Posted on July 2, 2019

Spring 2019 Convocation recap

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Passion is what has pushed you over the finish line and it is passion that will guide you through your career. Do not underestimate the value of the education you have just received.

– Curtis Krahn, VCC drafting alumnus

Among photos, flowers, and family members, on Thursday, June 27, proudly gowned Vancouver Community College (VCC) graduands proceeded from the Downtown campus to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre to celebrate one of their biggest academic milestones. 

Over 1,250 guests were in attendance to celebrate the graduation of 1,335 students in this Class of 2019.

VCC awarded degrees, diplomas, and certificates to the following program areas:

  • School of Health Sciences
  • School of Hospitality, Food Studies and Applied Business
  • School of Trades, Technology and Design
  • School of Arts and Sciences
  • Continuing Studies
  • Library and Teaching & Learning Services

This spring, Samuel Dabrusin of the Bachelor of Applied Music program gave the valedictory address:

Our graduating class is extremely rich in diversity. The VCC experience was one where the open exchange of ideas could be shared respectfully. It was a place where we could take risks and pursue our passions. Thanks to the supportive environment created by the staff and students, we experienced a reinvigorated energy to learn, create and play. It was a place where we could make friends to inspire us one day and humble us the next.

Curtis Krahn delivered the alumni address, offering some words of wisdom to the Class of 2019:

Throughout your career, remember to always celebrate your successes, big and small. They are often hard-earned, often involve a team effort, and are fun to share! Passion is as individual as you are, and it has no limits.

Curtis is a local architect, an alumnus of VCC's drafting program, and recipient of a 2018 VCC Outstanding Alumni Award. He continues to stay connected with VCC's CAD and BIM (drafting) programs by offering mentorship and serving on the program advisory committee.

View the full photo gallery online. 

Replay the Facebook Live broadcast. 

Congratulations to our VCC grads! Learn more about the perks and benefits you now receive as VCC alumni.