The graduation celebrated the achievements of students completing Level 2 and Level 3 full-time courses in Agriculture, Land-based Engineering, Horticulture and Professional Floristry.
Martin McKendry, CAFRE Director extended a special thanks to Victor Chestnutt (immediate past president of the Ulster Farmers’ Union) who inspired the students in his address and presented special awards.
During his address Martin McKendry congratulated the Level 2 and Level 3 graduates. He said: “Today marks a milestone in your academic career. The qualifications you have attained are just a stepping stone on your path of knowledge and learning. It is vital that you continue to keep up to date with new technologies.
“Even though you may feel that your studies are finished for now, you need to remain open minded. Be receptive to developing yourself and enhancing your skills and qualifications through higher level study or continuous professional development. CAFRE is here to support you every step of the way.”
CAFRE delivers education programmes to almost 1,900 students. Courses range from Level 2 through to Master’s Degree. Applications can be made now for courses starting in September 2023. Course and contact details can be found at www.cafre.ac.uk
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5. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Edel Michael (Maghera) was awarded the Victoria Rose Bowl for progress in practical Floristry when she graduated with a Level 2 Technical Certificate in Floristry at the Greenmount Campus autumn graduation event. Congratulating Edel are Paul Mooney (Head of Horticulture, CAFRE) and Sherry Suett (Lecturer, CAFRE). Photo: Submitted
6. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Kelcy Blair (Ballyclare) received the Ronnie Cameron Perpetual Award presented by ALCI for landscape design project work at the Greenmount Campus autumn graduation event. Kelcy, a Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Horticulture graduate was congratulated by Martin Wooster (CAFRE Lecturer) and Paul Mooney (Head of Horticulture, CAFRE). Photo: Submitted
7. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Joe Mulholland (CAFRE, Course Manager) thanked James Flanaghan for Norbrook’s continued support to CAFRE students. The Norbrook Cup is presented for performance in animal health and this year’s winner was Laura Kelly who was unable to attend on the day. Photo: Submitted
8. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Holly Mitchell (Ballymoney) was presented with the Crosbie Cochrane Perpetual Award by Paul Mooney (CAFRE, Head of Horticulture) at the Greenmount Campus autumn graduation event. Holly received the award in recognition of being the best plantsperson on the Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Horticulture course at CAFRE. Photo: Submitted