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No matter what our long term objectives are, we should really be proud of ourselves and stand tall, because we are a pretty special hardworking bunch of people.”She reflected on the days of hard work, even commenting on the agony of the registration process, which aroused much reaction from the graduates, who seem to understand all too well what was being emphasised.“Each one of us had at least one course which we were forced to grapple with, but Class of 2008, we have finally done it. We must try to be tomorrow’s positive image. Our actions must make the statement that wherever we come from, whatever we have, whatever our colour, sex or cultural background, we can be partners in success and can achieve greatness together for our country…”In his feature address to the gathering, Guest Speaker, retired Major General Joe Singh, congratulated the graduates even as he urged them to be deservedly proud of their achievement.He further noted that the council, administration and staff, faculty heads,Andre Branch Dolphins Jersey, lecturers, tutors and facilitators are also deserving of applause for the mission of piloting the graduates to yesterday.“I also pay tribute to all those persons who have helped to sustain you in your professional, personal and private lives, thereby allowing you to focus on your academic programmes. I acknowledge the spiritual presence which I believe most of you would credit with being a source of inspiration and strength…”He reminded the graduates that the university has provided them with academic opportunities, fellowship, friendship and memorable experiences which will remain embedded in them for the rest of their lives.Singh went on in his address to emphasise the important role that the university plays in the local society.He pointed out that since its establishment some 45 years ago, the university’s aim was to train middle range technical cadres in large numbers, train an adequate number of high level professionals to exercise intellectual leadership in Guyana and to man positions of high responsibility, and to undertake active research.It was also hoped,Deion Jones Falcons Jersey, he said, that the university would produce teachers highly qualified for the public service, and the scientists, technologists and technicians needed for the national programme of agricultural and industrial development.In addition, it was aimed at providing a focus for the intellectual life of the community, and a place where the merits of particular solutions to Guyana’s problem might be tested by arguments and experiments.“I am sure you will agree that the aims and policies as articulated at that time, 1963, were very broad based and all encompassing, and the extent to which they have been achieved are indeed still relevant…and perhaps will inform the university as it develops its own strategic plan.”Major General (ret’d) Singh noted,NFL Jerseys From China, though, that by the time of its 50th year of existence, in 2013, the university should be on an assured path of having aligned its roles and its outputs in consonance with the needs of Guyana’s development and the expectations of its graduates and the people of Guyana.At yesterday’s convocation, nearly 1,400 individuals were able to graduate after a compact semester, which commenced about two months later than usual due to the delay caused by the asbestos removal process which was engaged since July of this year.