A TOUCHING tribute was paid to Bori Benko at Bradford College's graduation ceremony after the student's tragic death.

She died last month after she was found with multiple stab wounds in her bedroom.

Zbigniew Soj, 23, of Sherborne Road, has been charged with her murder and a trial date has been set at Bradford Crown Court for May 9, 2022. 

Bori had been due to graduate with a BA (Hons) Degree in Supporting and Managing Learning in Education.

Friends and family of Bori listened as lecturer Debbie Rolls read a speech at the evening graduation ceremony. She said: “We are proud that Bori studied with us at Bradford College.

“We are deeply saddened that she is no longer with us. She radiated joy, concern for others and had a real passion for working with children.

“Today Bori should have graduated.

“It is fitting that we use this opportunity to celebrate her life. To travel to a new country and complete a degree is an accomplishment in itself.

“On her journey to degree status Bori enriched the lives of many others as well as developing new learning and skills.

“Bori was a truly beautiful person, one of those rare people whose presence lit up the room.”

Debbie added: “Our thoughts are with the family, friends, students, tutors, colleagues, parents and children who are grieving for Bori, but we know that she would want to celebrate everyone’s achievements here today, and we should celebrate hers.”