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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9. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Peter Haughey (Newry) received the Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster Prize for progress from Peter Alexander (President YFCU) and was congratulated by Joe Mulholland (Course Manager, CAFRE). Photo: Submitted
10. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Congratulations to Laura Kennedy (Larne) who received the National Beef Association Cup for performance in beef production at the Greenmount Campus graduation event. Laura was congratulated by Stephen Heenan and course Lecturer John Hamilton. Photo: Submitted
11. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Nathan Fulton (Knockloughrim) was presented with the National Sheep Association Cup by Maurice McHenry at the Greenmount Campus autumn graduation event. Nathan received the award for performance in sheep production and was congratulated by his course Lecturer Mark Poots. Photo: Submitted
12. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Holly Mitchell (Ballymoney) was presented with the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Prize by Martin McKendry (CAFRE Director). Holly received the award in recognition of being the top Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Horticulture student at the Greenmount Campus autumn graduation event. Photo: Submitted