Summary:
A US college graduand has failed to take off on stage during his graduation ceremony.

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By . Adam Duggan . One US graduand has managed to cause himself embarrassment during what is normally a graceful walk from one side of a stage to the other. After shaking hands with administrators at Michigan’s Davenport University, Robert Jeffrey Blank couldn’t contain his excitement and decided to attempt a back flip. Unfortunately, his back flip attempt was an instant fail. Be careful: US college graduand Robert Jeffrey Blank fumbles mid-air to find the right landing position for his failed back flip attempt . Failing to rotate into the right position for the back flip fast enough, Mr Blank looks to have landed face-first on to the stage. Luckily, it appears he didn’t suffer any serious injuries - picking himself up, dusting himself off and proceeding to exit, stage right. Caught on camera by a university film crew – Mr Blank will be able to relive the joy, and shame, of his graduation ceremony for years to come. Remaining dignified: Robert Jeffrey Blank accepts his college diploma from Davenport University administrators . Cheers all round: The graduand looks elated, removing his graduation cap after shaking the hands of college administrators . Lift off: the graduand balances himself, preparing to take off on his back flip attempt . What just happened? Davenport University officials turn in shock, as Robert Jeffrey Blank's face hits the stage .