An important career milestone is achieved for 1,500 Moose Jaw students
June 13, 2024 – Today Saskatchewan Polytechnic celebrates the achievements of its graduates and recognizes outstanding award recipients at the Moose Jaw campus convocation ceremonies. More than 1,500 students were invited to attend, marking the next steps of their professional journey. Sask Polytech graduates are well-equipped to make a significant impact in their respective fields. One out of every 19 jobs in Saskatchewan are supported by the activities of Sask Polytech, its students and alumni.
“It is an honour to celebrate our Moose Jaw campus graduating class of 2024,” says Dr. Larry Rosia, Sask Polytech president and CEO. “Your dedication, perseverance and countless hours of hard work have paid off. I encourage each one of you to make your mark and to continue to embrace Sask Polytech’s RISE values: respect, integrity, sustainability and excellence. Use your skills and Sask Polytech’s values to change the world and our communities in your own way. Congratulations! I wish you every success on your career journey.”
As part of the convocation tradition, Sask Polytech recognizes extraordinary individuals who have demonstrated exceptional achievements and embodied the institution's vision, mission and values. Sask Polytech’s vision is to empower a better Saskatchewan and its mission is to inspire success in every learning journey. Congratulations to the Moose Jaw campus award recipients.
Spencer Frank William Michel is the recipient of the Governor General’s Academic Bronze Medal for the highest average in the Moose Jaw campus Adult 12 program.
Hong An Nguyen, a graduate of the Computer Engineering Technology program, is the recipient of the Governor General’s Academic Collegiate Bronze Medal for the highest average at the Moose Jaw campus.
Rhea Almeda, a graduate of the Business program, received the Outstanding Citizenship Award. Almeda, a dedicated mother, wife, international student, part-time employee, and volunteer, prioritized her education and consistently made the dean’s honor list. She volunteered with the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Student Association (SPSA), helping to create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere at the Moose Jaw campus. One of her educational highlights was assisting with the orientation and welcome week for new students.
Sask Polytech awarded an honorary degree in Applied Studies to his Worship, Mayor Clive Tolley.
Sask Polytech is known for producing exceptional graduates and has over 6,000 students who are eligible to graduate across all four campuses this spring. Sask Polytech plays a vital role in fueling provincial growth by providing qualified, work-ready graduates to meet labour market demand. This is demonstrated by consistently high graduate employment rates. Sask Polytech currently has a 95 per cent graduate employment rate and 92 per cent Indigenous graduate employment rate.
The Moose Jaw campus ceremonies are broadcast live so graduates, family, friends and the polytechnic community who are unable to attend in-person can participate. To view the livestream or previously recorded video please visit www.saskpolytech.ca/convocation.