Students from The Northern School of Art celebrated their achievements on their graduation day at the All Saints Church, in Stranton.
Over 200 students were graduating from the school’s wide range of creative degree courses in ceremonies attended by an audience of invited guests including friends and families.
Principal and Chief Executive, Martin Raby said: “Our cchool is a community. Each year I’m impressed by the dedication of my colleagues but it’s the energy and involvement of our students that truly defines us. Today is of course an opportunity to celebrate, but also to reflect on the work that has been done and the progress that has been made.”
He added: “Achievements matter not only to students, but also to the wider creative community that has supported them and followed their development. We are here to acknowledge new voices, realised ambitions, and a cohort ready to contribute meaningfully to the cultural world.”
As they emerged from their ceremony into the summer sunshine, the new graduates were greeted by an informal guard of honour and applause from their former lecturers.
And there were emotional scenes outside the 900 year old Grade II listed church as the newly graduated students were reunited with their delighted families and friends.
Author: Ian
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