Points of Departure: A Will, and a Way

Justin Breton

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Watch the video above to hear how an eBay auction helped Justin Breton (CGS’08, COM’10) show his parents that he was serious about attending BU. Photo by Kalman Zabarsky

Justin Breton (CGS’08, COM’10) remembers the excitement of being accepted to Boston University. He also recalls the doubt, after looking at his financial aid package, that he could afford it. The inventive public relations major ultimately prevailed, with help from eBay, where he sold opportunities to invest in his future. In two weeks, he raised $2,000.

“Four years later, here I am graduating,” says Breton. “And hopefully all the people who helped me can say that this is a really great investment for them.”

Alan Wong can be reached at alanwong@bu.edu.

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    Alan Wong oversees a team of video producers who create video content for BU's online editorial publications and social media channels. He has produced more than 300 videos for Boston University, shuffling through a number of countries in the process: Australia, Argentina, Peru, Ireland, China, and Cambodia. He has also bored audiences in Atlanta and Boston giving talks on video for higher ed. Profile

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  2. If you still have ways to contact your investors, how about sending them a link to this story. I’m sure it’ll be a highlight of their day!

    Good luck!

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  3. Justin, It was a pleasure to get to know you in SM411! I’m sure you will go far with your positive, determined attitude and ingenuity. Let me know if you need anything. Best of luck to you!

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  5. Justin, congratulations on all that you have accomplished in the last four years. It’s certainly no wonder to me why your parents and family are all so proud of you. For me, I ask once again, where as the time gone? Congratulations once again! Love, Bonnie

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  6. Investing $50 in you four years ago was the best investment I have ever made. BU and Boston won’t be the same without you, but I will expect to hear great things from your subsequent adventures. All the best, my friend!

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