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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13. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Jonathan French (Randalstown) was presented with the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Prize awarded to the top Level 2 Technical Certificate in Agriculture student at the Greenmount Campus autumn graduation event. Congratulating Jonathan are Victor Chestnutt (Immediate Past President of the Ulster Farmers’ Union) and Martin McKendry (CAFRE Director). Photo: Submitted
14. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Dara Bradley (Kilrea) received the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Prize for being the top student on the Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Land-based Engineering course. Dara received his award from Victor Chestnutt (Immediate Past President of the Ulster Farmers’ Union), and Dr Eric Long (Head of Education, CAFRE) at the Greenmount Campus autumn graduation event. Photo: Submitted
15. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Julianne Edgar (Kilkeel), top student on the Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Agriculture was presented with the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Prize by Victor Chestnutt (Immediate Past President, Ulster Farmers’ Union) and Martin McKendry (CAFRE Director) at the Greenmount Campus autumn graduation event. Photo: Submitted
16. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Lois Neely (Broughshane) was awarded with the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Prize in recognition of being the top Level 2 Technical Certificate in Floristry student. Lois received her award from Martin McKendry (CAFRE Director) at the Greenmount Campus autumn graduation event. Photo: Submitted