ICYMI: Lorin Gutierrez Is Officially One Degree Hotter As She Completes Her College Studies Abroad

Graduation season is in full swing, and Lorin Gutierrez is among this year's graduates, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Advertising from Seaver College at Pepperdine University—all while balancing content creation.

In an Instagram post, Lorin expressed her gratitude to the people who supported her throughout her college journey.

"So grateful for all the love and support that made this moment possible. My family, my mom, my friends, and the @pepperdine community," Lorin wrote.

"Above all, thank you God for guiding me every step of the way," she added.

Lorin also shared a special moment with her mother, Ruffa Gutierrez, posting an exclusive story to celebrate the milestone. Ruffa, for her part, is also nearing the completion of her Master's degree at Philippine Women's University.

"I wouldn't be here without my mommy and her sacrifices 🤍," she said.

"Today is as much as mine as it is yours, I love you with all my heart and no amount of thank you will never be enough @iloveruffag," she added.

Ruffa couldn't hold back her emotions as a proud mother witnessing her daughter's milestone. She took to Instagram to share snippets from Lorin’s graduation rites—including the moment she walked across the stage to receive her degree.

"Watching you grow into the independent young woman you are today has been my greatest joy. 🫶🏻" Ruffa said. 

"You worked so hard for this moment, and you deserve it all. Forever proud of you, Lorin. This is only the beginning. 🎓🌸 Your family, Venice and I love you so much," she added. 

The Gutierrez family also showed up in full force for the celebration, with Raymond Gutierrez, Elvis Gutierrez, and Venice Bektas in attendance.

"is it just me or did it just get one degree hotter in here?🤣🤣🤣🔥👀," Venice quipped.

ICYDK, Seaver College is the liberal arts college of Pepperdine University, located along Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, California. For the 2026–2027 school year, the flat-rate tuition for 12 to 18 units is priced at $74,370 (approximately P4,566,838.59). However, with miscellaneous fees, housing, and food, total costs can reach $99,260 per semester, or around P6,095,258.82.