Convocation Ceremonies Held in Fort Frances

It was a night of celebrations and recognition for the 2009 graduating class of Confederation College's Rainy River district campus.

Diplomas and certificates were awarded to nearly 50 students at Convocation ceremonies held at the Townsend Theatre

The college's Vice-President of Academic and Student Services Judi Maundrell offered congratulations to the students.

"Best wish for you as you leave the college, ready and able, to make a difference in your life and the life in other," said Maundrell. "Please ensure that you are of service to others anyway you can in your journey of life. We are proud to welcome you into the world of successful Confederation College alumni."

Bill Trochimchuck of the college's board of governors told the students it was a night to honour their success.

"The real intrigue and intoxication of personal success is the opportunity for you to write your own ending," said Trochimchuk. "Your academic achievement we celebrate today will help you do just that. Your Confederation College education is an investment in your personal success. You leave here today with the tools and the wisdom to achieve personal success."

Among the award winners was Melissa Wood of Fort Frances who earned the student leadership graduate award for her work as the campus' student president.