Local students celebrate at NWRC gradaution

A special moment for Alisha McKenna, from Omagh, as she poses for her official graduation picture at the 2026 North West Regional College (NWRC) Higher Education and Access Graduation ceremony. placeholder image
A special moment for Alisha McKenna, from Omagh, as she poses for her official graduation picture at the 2026 North West Regional College (NWRC) Higher Education and Access Graduation ceremony. | Submitted.

The event celebrated the academic achievements of students from across the Strand Road, Limavady and Strabane campuses, with a number of students receiving special awards for their academic excellence.

THERE was cause for celebration as students from the local area attended the North West Regional College’s (NWRC) Higher Education and Access graduation ceremony.

The event took place in the Millenium Forum and celebrated the academic achievements of students from across the Strand Road, Limavady and Strabane campuses.

Graduates of Art & Design, Business, Computing, Construction, Engineering and Science, Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy, Early Years, Health & Social Care, Hospitality, Tourism, Sport, Media, Music and Performing Arts gathered with friends and family to mark the successful completion of their Higher Education courses.

A number of students received a special award for their achievements in recognition of their academic excellence, commitment and creativity in their studies.

A NWRC spokesperson said: “What a fantastic day at our 2026 Higher Education and Access graduation ceremony

“We’re so proud of every student who studied with us - the future is bright for you all.

“Congratulations to our Class of 2026!”

The graduation ceremony was streamed live on the college’s YouTube channel and is still available to watch.

BBC presenter Barra Best hosted the event.

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