It’s a special week for hundreds of NSCC students on the South Shore.
Graduation ceremonies are set to take place this week.
The Lunenburg and Shelburne campuses will host their convocations on Wednesday.
The Burridge Campus in Yarmouth will host their ceremonies on Thursday.
In total, 4,500 students will graduate from 13 campuses throughout the province.
Convocation Dates/Time:
Lunenburg Campus – 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 10
Shelburne Campus – 4:00 p.m. Wendesday, June 10 – Shelburne Community Centre
Yarmouth Burridge Campus – 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 11 – Mariners Centre
Meantime, a number of awards will be presented at the ceremonies, celebrating student academic achievement. This is highlighted by the awarding of four honorary diplomas to the following outstanding community members:
Ellen Hunt, School of Trades and Technology – Lunenburg Campus
Originally from Newfoundland and Labrador where she was trained in nursing, Hunt moved to Nova Scotia and graduated from the former Lunenburg Regional Vocational School. She would later give back to the College by helping to enrich programming and offer insights into the strong bond between the environment and the native community. The Mi’kmaq Elder has been honoured for her extensive volunteer work. She has and continues to share the Mi’kmaw heritage, culture, and language through storytelling and song.
D. Hugh MacGregor, School of Trades and Technology – Pictou Campus
MacGregor’s entrepreneurial spirit and passion for community has been at the root of his business success. He was a machining faculty member with the former Nova Scotia Vocational School System. He and his wife founded MacGregors Industrial Group. He has contributed significantly to his community through many community fundraising and charitable efforts.
Robbie Shaw, School of Business – Waterfront Campus
For over 40 years, the Dalhousie University law graduate held senior management roles in the private, public and non-profit sectors. Shaw was a key member of NSCC’s executive team and led the management of the $123-million investment made by the province in 2003, which helped to change the very face of the College. He continues to make significant contributions to his community through his many volunteer leadership roles.
Lemuel Skeete, School of Trades and Technology – Marconi Campus
Skeete is cited as one of the oldest indigenous African Nova Scotians and the last surviving African Nova Scotian World War II Veteran. He was the first African Nova Scotian from Cape Breton to receive his certification as a licensed mechanic. After serving with the military, he used this training to establish his own business in Whitney Pier and has spent his life giving back to his community.
