The event brought together degree students from across the three campuses of Enniskillen, Loughry and Greenmount, to celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2023.
Martin McKendry, College Director welcomed Gill Gallagher, Chief Executive, Northern Ireland Grain Trade Association as Guest Speaker to the event. Also on the Platform Party were Katrina Godfrey (Permanent Secretary, DAERA), who chaired the ceremony, Dr Susan Doherty, Queen’s University Belfast and Professor Aine McKillop, Ulster University.
Mr McKendry remarked: “CAFRE has long established strategic partnerships with both universities, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank both institutions for your continued support to our degree programmes.”
Graduation Day is the highlight of the academic calendar which recognises the work and commitment of CAFRE students. Mr McKendry commented as he looked at the graduates before him: “I think the breadth of your smiles are only matched by your parents, guardians, partners, family and CAFRE staff seated around the hall. Today is special for them too. I hope you enjoyed your time at CAFRE and are now looking forward to a fantastic career within agriculture, equine, food and horticulture.
“I have no doubt that over the next years there will be science and technology challenges which will heavily influence your careers. The education which you have received at CAFRE will place you in a very strong position to compete successfully and play your part from day one.”
5. Graduation
Teresa O’Boyle (Toomebridge) graduated with a BSc (Hons) Degree in Horticulture at the Greenmount Campus ceremony. Teresa first studied on the Level 2 in Horticulture and has progressed through the courses over the years to now attain a Second Class, First Division Honours Degree. Congratulations Teresa, you are a fine example of how CAFRE students can grow and develop their knowledge and skills. Credit: DAERA Photo: DAERA
6. Graduation
Top Industry Placement students on the BSc (Hons) Degree in Agricultural Technology course Ciara McCullagh (Cookstown) and Wilson Marshall (Aughnacloy) were awarded Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Certificates by Katrina Godfrey (Permanent Secretary, DAERA) and Dr Susan Doherty (Queen’s University, Belfast) at the Greenmount Graduation Ceremony. Photo: DAERA
7. Graduation
Foundation Degree in Horticulture graduates relax with their Course Manager, David Dowd, after celebrating their achievements at the Greenmount Campus graduation ceremony. Credit: DAERA Photo: DAERA
8. Graduation
Growing success at Greenmount Campus! This year saw the first group of students to graduate with a BSc (Hons) Degree in Horticulture. The students had previously attained a Foundation Degree in Horticulture at the college and progressed on to the Ulster University validated Honours Degree course. Well done to you all as you set your roots firmly into growing careers in Horticulture. Credit: DAERA Photo: DAERA