“THE ceremony today may feel like an ending but it is truly the beginning of the next stage of your life adventure”.
That was the message amid the buzzing atmosphere at St George’s Hall as hundreds of people united with friends and family to celebrate their graduation from Bradford College this week.
Collecting her BA (Hons) certificate in Counselling and Psychology in Community Settings, Kuldip Rai called out to the assembled students: “I did it!”
Opening proceedings, Chair of Governors Cath Orange said: “Today is a special day for you and graduands as well as for us at Bradford College as we celebrate your ambition, your hard work and your success.
“We are very proud of you. It takes dedication, persistence and serious study to get this far and you really deserve it.
“We hope you will take many fond memories of Bradford and Bradford College with you as you move forward into your chosen field.”
Some students took the opportunity to pay tribute to the staff who have supported them throughout their studies. Others thanked their families.
Among those receiving their degree certificates was mother-of-seven Sarah Hussain Khan, who has graduated with a Foundation Degree in Law and Legal Practice.
She said: “My family are very supportive and they are so proud of me, now they want to make me proud too.”
Brooke Coe graduated with a BA (Hons) degree in Fashion. Brooke, who was among students who put together a fashion show at the School of Art at the end of her final year, is the first person in her family to gain a BA degree.
She said: “Seeing my mum so proud of me makes it all worth it.”
Jada Hill, also known as R&B, soul and pop artist Ms Wisdom, graduated with a BA Hons degree in Music for the Creative Industries this year.
She said: “I knew that it was something that would encourage me to push myself in other areas and would give me the tools to expand my knowledge of the music industry, so that I could continue developing after leaving education.”
Martin Mortimer and James Boyes graduated with BSc Degrees in Construction Management.
In July 2020 they both gained recognition for Outstanding Achievement from the Chartered Institute of Building.
Beth Menzies, who has achieved a Visual Arts degree, said she had made lasting friendships. She is now studying to be an art teacher at Bradford College.
She said: “Follow your dreams and dream big, and never ever give up on those dreams because stepping into a profession that is your passion is stepping into your destiny. Everyone has got something they are good at, a core passion. Be brave, you got this.”
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