At the University at Buffalo’s graduation, Jean-Paul Al-Arab, a new dad, ran across the stage with his 6-month-old son, Mtanos, to get his criminology degree.
Al-Arab thought it was okay since he’d seen others do it and asked about it earlier.
The crowd cheered as he grabbed his diploma and waved, with a police officer close behind.
He later apologized but said he wanted to share the moment with his son to show the importance of being a present dad.
The university said he broke the rules, but he will still get his degree.