KUCHING: It was a proud moment for 311 students from Technology College Sarawak (TCS) as they received their graduation scrolls yesterday.
The university’s 15th convocation themed “Crystal Convocation” held at Riverside Majestic Hotel was witnessed by the Tourism, Art, Culture, Youth, and Sports Minister Datuk Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah along with the presence of more than 800.
Earlier in his speech, Karim congratulated the students for their hard work and achievements.
“As you’ve completed your studies, please remember your parents who had made many sacrifices in order for you to reach this far,” he said.
He said it is always the parent’s priority to see their children succeed in life, and thus the children in return must deliver their best be it in their careers or their families.
“Students must not solely rely on certificates or grades to be successful, but it is also very important to have self-determination and discipline, as well as being humble in life.”
He then applauded the university for nurturing students, especially those from rural areas, and hoped they would continue to produce more local talents in the future.
Also speaking was TCS chief executive Azri Nor Abdul Rahman who said since the university’s establishment in 2003, the number of graduates grew from 90 students to more than 300 students.
“Our university is passionate in helping to eradicate poverty, so therefore we strive to educate those under the B40 group through affordable and quality education,” he said.
Meanwhile, about 44 students received their certificates for TCS’s Foundation in Business, 259 students received their Diploma in Technology Management, seven in Bachelor of Business Technology (Hons) in Computer Management and one in Bachelor of Business Technology.
There was also presentation of the Best Student Awards and Best Lecturer Awards.
Melvin Collin Douglas Muli of Bachelor of Business Technology (Hons) in Computer Entrepreneurial Management was awarded the Best Student Award.
Ramlin Jati Abdullah (Diploma in Technology Management) was awarded the best student for Diploma, and Travis Shane Asa Aran received the best student award for TCS Foundation in Business Programme.
The lecturers were also given special recognition for their service and dedication in educating the graduates.
Chong Min Khuik and Mazarina Rosana were the recipients of the awards and given RM500, as well as a certificate of achievement as a token of appreciation.
