Student Achievements Honoured at Melbourne Graduations
Congratulations to more than five hundred graduates who owned the stage at our Melbourne campus, marking their achievements across the Faculty of Higher Education, Centre for Tourism, Hospitality and Events (VET) and, Centre for Food Trades and Culinary Arts (VET).
Pre-ceremony refreshments were served at the newly launched Tram Café, providing a delightful backdrop for families and friends to gather, celebrate and extend support to the graduating students.
Three students were honoured with a DUX, the highest level of academic achievement in their course. Eleven students received a prestigious Dean's list commendation and thirteen students were honoured with the VET Special Achievement Awards. Among the standouts, events student Daniel Keenan received the award for Most Outstanding Student, a recognition sponsored by Club Chef. Food science and technology student Anthony Do, received the award for Best Academic Student, sponsored by the Food Technology Association of Australia.
Encouraging words of inspiration were delivered by William Angliss Institute's Board Chair Hon. John Pandazopoulos and CEO Nicholas Hunt.
The Hon. John Pandazopoulos emphasised the Institute's mission to deliver the highest quality specialist skills and education programs to inspire and empower a diverse community of learners. "This graduation ceremony provides an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the achievements of our graduands. Congratulations on all your achievements and I wish everyone all the best for their future careers," he said.
Corinne Hurst, accomplished hotelier and alumna delivered a motivating speech at the Faculty of Higher Education ceremony. Having completed the Bachelor of Resort and Hotel Management (International Practice) in 2021, Corinne congratulated the graduands saying, "Your journey to this moment is truly commendable, reflecting your passion, commitment and resilience.
"As you embark on your own journey as graduates, remember that education is a continuous process. Embrace opportunities to grow and develop, just as I have throughout my career. I encourage you to carry the spirit of curiosity and perseverance into the future."
Corinne attributes her career trajectory to her decision to study at William Angliss Institute, a move that led her from country Victoria to her current role as Duty Manager at Adina Apartment Hotel Flinders Street.
Having received the Indigenous Encouragement Award at her own graduation, alumna and guest speaker at the Centre for Tourism and Hospitality (VET) ceremony Emma Stock kick-started her career with Abercrombie & Kent in the Inbound Operations team and is currently Operations Specialist - Australia & New Zealand.
The perfect Melbourne autumn day provided an ideal opportunity for graduates to capture memorable moments with family, friends and teachers across campus.
Full list of Awards included:
HIGHER EDUCATION SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
- Hoang Manh Tuan Vu – Dux of Bachelor of Resort and Hotel Management (Professional Practice)
- Ni Putu Amora Rosajaya – Dux of Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Melinda Chen – Dux of Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management
DEAN'S LIST
- Bethany Anne Anne Ciesielski Master of Food Systems and Gastronomy
- Balapuwaduge Aneshika Biwani Mendis Senaviratne Bachelor of Culinary Management
- Jodie Anne Beard Bachelor of Event Management
- Elise Chantelle Versace Bachelor of Event Management
- Tessa Anne Williams Bachelor of Food Studies
- Laura Evemarie Hoareau Bachelor of Resort and Hotel Management
- Steffan Onggowinarso Bachelor of Resort and Hotel Management
- Jia Ying Chun Bachelor of Resort and Hotel Management (Professional Practice)
- Frankie Sze Chun Tseu Bachelor of Tourism
- Gaurika Bhatia Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Ronan Kohlmeyer Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management
VET SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
Most Outstanding Student - Certificate III in Hospitality
Awarded to Bronte Wiggins
Sponsored by Ovolo Hotels
Most Outstanding Student - Diploma of Hospitality Management
Awarded to Lobato Cruz
Sponsored by Food and Desire
Most Outstanding Student - Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management
Awarded to Go Kuroda
Sponsored by Sheraton Melbourne Hotel
Most Outstanding Student – Travel and Tourism
Awarded to Maria Turcious Garcia
Sponsored by SKÅL International
Most Outstanding Student - Aviation
Awarded to Myron Bay-Asen
Sponsored by Altara
Most Outstanding Student - Events
Awarded to Daniel Keenan
Sponsored by Club Chef
Simon George and Sons Award for Best Practical and Theory Student – Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Non-Apprentice)
Awarded to Darcy White
Sponsored by Simon George & Sons
Best Practical and Theory Student – Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Apprentice)
Awarded to Chia-Yu Jen
Sponsored by Dura-Wear Industries
William Angliss Institute Award for Outstanding Final Year Student – Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (Apprentice)
Awarded to Emily Nguyen
Sponsored by William Angliss Institute
Club Chef Award for Excellence in Patisserie
Awarded to Fatemeh Wafa
Sponsored by Club Chef
Award for Excellence in Chocolate Skills – Patisserie
Awarded to Audrey Chegwidden
Sponsored by Cacao Barry
Best Academic Student – Diploma of Food Science and Technology
Awarded to Anthony Do
Sponsored by Food Technology Association of Australia
Encouragement Award - Diploma of Food Science and Technology
Awarded to Michelle Ketelaar
Sponsored by Food Technology Association of Australia
Published 14 March 2024
