Low-GPA students, please don't give up

I got into a fully funded STEM master's program with a GPA below 3.0 (out of 4.0).

I'm guessing it was mainly because of:

1. Strong recommendation letters (my professors and supervisors absolutely love me)

2. Extensive research experience (with publications)

3. An upward GPA trend (only a small rise, and still not very high)

Anything is possible! Don't give up easily just because of one small factor

Everyone, please never give up on your future!!!

Just do it! All things will finally be worth it!