CUC Mount Isa’s Inaugural Graduation Ceremony Celebrated Thirty Local Graduates

On June 26th, CUC Mount Isa celebrated its inaugural graduation ceremony celebrating 30 students who completed Certificates, Diplomas, a Bachelor and a Doctorate while being able to remain in Mount Isa.

Since opening its doors in October 2024, CUC Mount Isa welcomed over 200 students from various education providers including Skills Generation who provided in person support in pursuing formal training and education in community services.

CUC Mount Isa offers facilities and personalised support to all students enabling them to achieve their study goals and feel like they belong to a community of like-minded people. In addition to modern technology and study facilities, CUC Mount Isa is known for a good cuppa and friendly staff.

Centre Manager Sean Bower opened the ceremony by welcoming friends and family who came to celebrate the graduates and their milestones in education. “We pride ourselves for having the doors open to any local or vising students and we strive to celebrate every student at our centre,” Mr Bower said.

Centre Manager Sean Bower speaking to friends and family who came to support the graduates

The graduation ceremony included many graduates from the Skills Generation, including Charlize Ferguson who completed Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention:

“In Mount Isa you are very limited. With the help of Skills Generation I was able to upskill my passion towards helping people. This also wouldn’t have happened without the support of the CUC Mount Isa Centre and their staff. “

Another graduate Richie O’Sullivan also completed Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention and found great value in accessing to study locally:

“It is very important to have CUC in local towns as it helps people with learning new skills and gaining a good education which normally wouldn’t be easy in a rural town.”

Richie O’Sullivan and other graduates minutes before going on stage

CUC Mount Isa’s first ever student, Megan Crowther completed her Diploma in Project Management which has significantly enhanced her capabilities and confidence in managing complex initiatives within government and opened up new opportunities in her career.

“A key enabler in achieving this milestone was my access to the Country University Centre, which provided a supportive and flexible learning environment right here in the Mount Isa! Having a dedicated space to study, connect with other students and access academic resources made a significant difference in balancing full-time work, 3 children and study!”

CUC Mount Isa is a dedicated study and learning space located in the Mount Isa region.

Any student studying through any Australian higher education provider is welcome to register with CUC Mount Isa for free to access high-speed internet, modern technology, and general academic support. Students also have the opportunity to build a network of like-minded fellow students and engage in social activities.

Visit CUC Mount Isa during staffed hours to learn more about us or express your interest to register online!