MORE than 600 graduates proudly walked across the stage at Suva’s FMF Gymnasium today.
The occasion marked a major milestone for Fiji National University’s College of Humanities, Education and Law, as families celebrated years of sacrifice, resilience, and academic achievement.
A total of 664 students graduated on the opening day of the university’s graduation ceremonies, including 444 women and 220 men, reflecting the growing success of students across the college.
Among the graduates were Dr Sereima Baleisomi and Dr Vilive Cagivinaka Taginasedrau, who attained Doctor of Philosophy qualifications in Education.
The graduating cohort also included 14 students with Master’s qualifications, 76 postgraduate graduates, 493 undergraduate degree holders and 79 students receiving diplomas and certificates.
Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs, Pio Tikoduadua, who officiated at the ceremony, told graduates that Fiji’s future depended on the decisions they would make in their careers and communities.
“Whatever your field, your decisions will not be confined to your job description,” he said. “You will either raise the standard or lower it. And that is why Fiji depends on you.”
He also highlighted the importance of FNU’s Diploma in Vanua Leadership and the Sausauvou programme, delivered in partnership with the Great Council of Chiefs and the Ministry of iTaukei Affairs.
FNU Chancellor and Council Chair, Dr Alisi Talatoka Vudiniabola, said the university continues to serve Fiji and the wider Pacific through education and innovation.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Unaisi Nabobo-Baba praised the college for consistently producing PhD graduates.
