Centre for Regional Engagement
12 April 2009
“Graduations are an opportunity for students and staff of the
University, to get together to celebrate their successes. It’s the first
day of the rest of their lives”, said Professor Neil Otway – Director:
Centre for Regional Engagement.
Speaking about the impending UniSA Graduation Ceremony being held this
Friday 17 April at the Middleback Theatre, Professor Otway said he was
looking forward to the occasion.
“It’s a day that graduates will always remember…. and I am personally
looking forward to this ceremony as it will be an occasion to celebrate
the years of dedicated learning of many of our students from around this
region and beyond.”
Over forty students from across Australia are expected to have their
degree qualifications officially conferred during the ceremony that will
be officiated by the Chancellor of the University, Dr Ian Gould.
The occasional address (key note) is being delivered by Mr Ray Garrand,
Chief Executive Officer of the Department of Further Education,
Employment, Science and Technology.
In addition to the Chancellor and Mr Garrand attending the ceremony,
other UniSA staff members attending from Adelaide include the
Vice-Chancellor, Pro-Vice Chancellors, heads of disciplines and council
members, further signifying the importance that the University places on
the Centre for Regional Engagement, said Professor Otway.
“This day will open many doors for future careers of UniSA graduands”,
said Professor Otway.
Speaking about her participation in the ceremony, Bachelor of Business
degree graduand Rebecca Edwards said she was really looking forward to
the occasion and the opportunity to catch up with her fellow students.
“Participating in the ceremony gives you a real sense of accomplishment
allowing you to move onto bigger and better things”.
Rebecca now works as a team leader in finance at the Port Augusta
Hospital.
The Graduation ceremony will commence at 3.00 pm.
Please note: Graduands in this ceremony are travelling from: Whyalla,
Port Augusta, Port Lincoln, Clare, Waikerie, Elliston, Minnipa, Belair,
Tanunda, Port Germein, Torrensville, Stirling North, Bamera, Rohodes
NSW, Sunbury VIC.
Contacts for Interview
Professor Neil Otway – Director: Centre for Regional Engagement
Office: 08 8647 6005 Mobile: 0437793817 Email: neil.otway@unisa.edu.au
