Sydney and Melbourne Celebrate Graduations

In August, William Angliss Institute celebrated the achievements of more than five hundred graduates across our Sydney and Melbourne campuses.

These ceremonies honoured the dedication of graduates and showcased the Institute's commitment to nurturing industry leaders in the food, tourism, hospitality, and events industries.

Key industry partners, such as Intrepid, Nestlé Professional and Cacao Barry played a vital role in supporting student training and career opportunities throughout the year, with numerous partners sponsoring awards for excellence.

Congratulations to all our graduates, especially those who have achieved excellence in their chosen field of study who were also recognised by industry for their outstanding accomplishments.

Spirited Sydney

Angliss Spirit Award

In Sydney, the new Angliss Spirit Award celebrated outstanding graduates who showed exceptional commitment and inspired peers and staff alike.

"This award encompasses what Angliss is all about. They have consistently gone beyond, in their own unique way, to help others and lead by example at various stages of their journey training," said Head of Campus in New South Wales, Josh Michel.

The inaugural recipients were:

• Jared Bruderlin Diploma of Hospitality Management & Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
• Camille Del Rosario Certificate IV in Patisserie
• Chung Ming Cheuk (Coly) Diploma of Hospitality Management

Club Chef Award of Excellence

Hospitality Trainer and Assessor Catherine Comino thanked Club Chef as a longstanding sponsor of the Award of Excellence while adding that it was a hard choice among so many outstanding students. "The winning students have been an inspiration to others, always sharing their ideas and knowledge in the kitchen and at industry activities," said Catherine.

Awarded to:

• Angelica Febriani Diploma of Hospitality Management
• Carlos Rafael Enriquez Certificate IV in Patisserie

Melbourne Accolades

In Melbourne, Acting CEO Wayne Crosbie spoke of the post-pandemic revival and the significant opportunities available to skilled graduates.

"You are well placed to take advantage of this moment in time. As competition is increasing in industry, together with customer expectations, organisation need more skilled professionals such as yourselves who are committed to service excellence. We all look forward to learning of your successes and we wish you all the best in your future careers," said Bruce.

Alumni keynote speakers: Rachael Hansen, Operations Supervisor, Go West Tours; David Do, Learning and Development Manager, W Hotels and Geoffrey Meade, Director of Sales – Asia Pacific South, Dallas Group provided motivational insights.

Rachael said to graduands, "Remember that the knowledge and skills that you have gained by studying here at William Angliss Institute, are your tools for success. Congratulations, this is your moment to shine."

Graduates receiving special achievement awards were:

Higher Education Special Achievement Awards

• Mayhui Ting - Dux of Bachelor of Culinary Management
• Jesse Euclida - Dux of Bachelor of Resort and Hotel Management (Professional Practice) 
• Thi Phuong Than Doan - Dux of Bachelor of Resort and Hotel Management (Professional Practice)

Dean's List

• Thi Dieu Linh Pham Bachelor of Culinary Management
• Aishath Min aa Bachelor of Culinary Management
• Eddy Yong Chia Lu Bachelor of Culinary Management
• Julia Bassal Bachelor of Event Management
• Feyona Gebreselassie Bachelor of Event Management (Business Events)
• Vanessa Leigh Gates Bachelor of Event Management (Festival Events)
• Eddy Yong Chia Lu Bachelor of Culinary Management

VET Special Achievement Awards

• Roland Gordon - Most Outstanding Certificate III in Hospitality Student Award sponsored by Australian Hotels Association Victoria (AHA Victoria)
• Shienny Andriany – Most Outstanding Diploma of Hospitality Management Student Award sponsored by The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne
• Teresa Indie Chrissangga – Most Outstanding Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management Student Award sponsored by Trader House
• Ari Isaiah Kornhauser – Most Outstanding Travel and Tourism Student Award sponsored by Intrepid
• Elsie Florence Hooper – Most Outstanding Aviation Award Student Award sponsored by Altara
• Cheryl Jin Wen Lee - Most Outstanding Events Student Award sponsored by Blu Event Productions
• Byron Ko – Best Practical and Theory Student Award, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Part-time) sponsored by Cedar Hospitality
• Ben Radcliffe – William Angliss Institute Award for Best Practical and Theory Student Award, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Non-Apprentice) sponsored by William Angliss Institute
• Su Ying Ooi - Simon George and Sons Best Practical and Theory Student Award, Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (Non-Apprentice) sponsored by Simon George & Sons
• Ryan Needham – EOI Dux in Baking Award for Excellence sponsored by EOI
• Tri Thien Tran – Robot Coupe Award for Outstanding Creative Skills in Patisserie sponsored by Robot Coupe

Start your career or upskill in the foods, tourism, hospitality or events industries. To learn more, email enquiry@angliss.edu.au, call +613 8595 5334 or explore our courses.

Published 29 August 2024