Saskatchewan Polytechnic celebrates graduates
New graduates of Saskatchewan Polytechnic celebrated their hard work Friday as graduation ceremonies got underway at the E.A. Rawlinson Centre.
Graduates from across Saskatchewan and outside the province, along with students from countries such as China, Vietnam, and India crossed the stage to receive their diplomas in a variety of educational programs including construction, health sciences, nursing, hospitality and adult basic education. Nearly 900 students were invited to attend the event.
Alumnus Derek McGuin was recognized Friday with a Governor General’s Academic Medal for posting the highest grade average in the Prince Albert campus Adult 12 program. McGuin, a father of three, finished his Grade 12 programming last year with a 91.4 per cent average.
McGuin said he had a lot of support from his wife, friends and family, and was shocked to find out he had achieved the highest overall average. He said he’s now interested in working toward a career in mechanical engineering.