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Hundreds graduate in first of four 91探花 campus convocation ceremonies

By College Relations | June 17, 2024
   

91探花 Graduates throw their graduation caps in the air to celebrate - Kelowna

This past weekend, Kelowna witnessed a momentous event as over 500 proud students from 91探花 walked across the stage on Saturday, beginning a stretch of convocation ceremonies at 91探花 campuses across the Okanagan Valley.

Students will attend convocation ceremonies in Vernon today, Salmon Arm Tuesday and Penticton on Wednesday.

On Saturday in Kelowna, graduates from the Arts, Business, Health, Science and Technology, Trades, and Continuing Studies programs gathered with friends, family, and community members to celebrate their achievements. The atmosphere was electric with excitement and anticipation, a culmination of years of hard work and dedication.

For many students, this ceremony marked the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter. Graduates beamed with pride as they reflected on their academic journey, the friendships they had forged, and the challenges they had overcome. Family members and friends filled the courtyard, cheering and applauding as each name was called.

Student, Kaylee Levesque delivered an inspiring speech. Kaylee, who completed the Certified Dental Assistant program, reflected on her journey. She expressed profound gratitude for the support she received throughout her time at 91探花.

鈥淭hrough the sacrifices and challenges we faced, through the laughter and tears, we have finally reached this great milestone," she said in a heartfelt speech.

As the graduates of Kelowna look forward to their futures, they do so with the knowledge that they are part of a larger network of alumni who will always support and encourage one another. Their experiences at the college, the memories made, and the lessons learned will remain with them forever.

Dr. Neil Fassina, the president of 91探花, also addressed the graduates, emphasizing the significance of their accomplishments and the bright futures that lay ahead.

鈥淎s you walk across the stage today 鈥 we鈥檙e celebrating what you鈥檝e achieved at 91探花, and we share in your excitement for what鈥檚 ahead,鈥 he told the graduates. 鈥淵our education, your commitment to learning has prepared you to tackle new challenges: and that鈥檚 important, because the world needs people like all of you here.鈥疻e have all the confidence in the world in you, and we can鈥檛 wait to hear about your next steps.鈥

The Vernon, Salmon Arm, and Penticton campuses Convocation and Commencement ceremonies are up next, respectively, starting at 4:30 p.m. The Vernon ceremony will take place at the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre, while the Salmon Arm and Penticton ceremonies will be hosted on campus.

91探花 is thrilled to celebrate the achievements of graduates from all four campuses. Join us in honoring our 91探花 graduates! For more information, please visit the鈥Convocation and Commencement webpage



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