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Dear seniors, relatives, friends and teachers
It is an honor and a great pleasure to be with you today, at this special moment that is every graduation ceremony, as it is now for KES College.
First of all, I would like to extend my sincere congratulations to the seniors and graduates who have successfully completed this higher education phase in their lives, upon pursuing personal choices, regarding further professional training and knowledge specialization in relation to the modern job market, not limited to the local one.
It is a moment full of pride, joy and excitement for you and for all of us who are here to celebrate this great success, the achievement of your goals.
It is also important to stress that I am equally honoured to be invited to speak today about such an important milestone of experience in your lives, because I know the people of KES College very well and have strong memories associated with them.
The times we live in, ladies and gentlemen, are demanding, complex and challenging. Education, however, is the tool that equips us with the knowledge, skills and confidence we need to meet these challenges. Through my duties as Press Officer of the University of Cyprus, I have come to love education and education in general. There we had the opportunity to discuss the importance, role and achievements of the College in the heart of Nicosia for the benefit of its students.
I was really impressed by the development of the College and its efforts to provide professional rehabilitation for its students even before they complete their studies through the practical training required in many of the programmes of study it offers.
At this point let me mention that the Government is aware of the long-standing issues that plague Universities and Schools of Higher Education. Targeted measures on the part of the State are aimed at transforming our country into a quality, regional and international, educational and research centre of reference. The Government places special emphasis on the development of higher education, be it in Universities or Higher Education Colleges.
Dear KES College seniors and dear seniors
As you transition from this important moment to everyday life beyond your College, I am confident that you will benefit from the knowledge and training you have already received, thereby multiplying your experiences.
A few years ago you had the opportunity to choose among five Schools and 22 Pioneering Study Programmes the one that was right for you, the one that interested you in preparing for a successful professional future. Today is that moment.
Your Graduation Ceremony marks the "now" you have dreamed of and the tomorrow to come, with the job market making new demands, both local and international. Nothing will be given to you and you need to put up a real fight to earn it.
Beyond the academic knowledge, however, your KES College education has offered you more. You have gained valuable experiences, friendships and memories that will stay with you forever. You have worked hard, you have faced various circumstances in student life, you have developed social skills, but also the ability to function and cooperate with each other and take on responsibilities. All these are valuable assets that will help you in social, economic and other areas. That is: All things are possible, if one does not avoid toil, said Demosthenes.
True, what garden was created by someone sitting in the shade singing "oh, what a beauty". None.
As you turn the page on this new and exciting chapter of your life, you will notice that the previous ones were thumbnails. Nothing compares to the open sea stretching out before you. It is up to you to find port. It will be important that you continue to demonstrate determination, confidence and perseverance.
Do not be afraid to dream and set high goals, for they are the fuel that will, perhaps, determine your subsequent course. Accept the uncertainty that accompanies life and treat it as an opportunity for learning and growth. Nothing is written. Remember that by striving for the impossible, you achieve the best possible. After all, for every disciplined effort, there are many rewards.
I have nothing - from my perspective and personal experience at least - but to encourage you to keep believing in yourself and your potential, even if the obstacles seem insurmountable. After all, you have proven that you can rise to challenges and achieve your goals. That is why you are where you are. Continue to trust the instinct that pushes you to move forward with enthusiasm, even if it means stepping out of your "safety zone."
Don't forget to also be grateful to those who have supported you during this journey, while letting go of what has hurt you. Focus on trying to make the world a little better than it was before. Your parents, families and friends, people who believed in you as much as you did, were always there to encourage you and provide you with their love and support. It is important to thank them and show them how important they are, what they truly mean.
Finally, I wish you every success in the future. I encourage you, therefore, not to be afraid to step out of your comfort zone, seek new opportunities and strive to make the world a better place through your knowledge and skills.
The KES College management and we will remember you as outstanding alumni and graduates, as young people with the strength and sense of responsibility towards known and unknown challenges that are constantly reshaping the world.
I look forward to you climbing to higher rungs and wish you a life full of success, joy and the realization of all your dreams.
Congratulations and good careers to all of you!
(PM/EP)
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