(Hawassa- (19 July 2010) On truly eventful and memorable convocations held on 17-18 July at the Colleges of Agriculture, Medicine and Health Sciences as well as at the Main Campus, Hawassa University graduated 3708 students from different programs. Of this, 1743 are from different departments of the Main campus, 945 from the College of Agriculture, 619 from the College of Medicine and 401 from the College of Forestry (whose graduation took place on 10 July).

Present on the occasions were invited dignitaries, guests, staff, graduates and their families. The heavy presence of thousands of graduation-related visitors was felt both by Hawassa University community and throughout Hawassa city.

Addressing the participants, Dr. Admasu Tsegaye, President of the University, noted the massive expansion of the University over the last years. When the university was established ten year ago, it has 8 study fields of study; today the figure reached over 60 programmes. During the same time, total enrolment jumped from 2,308 to 21,629. Progress is also made in staff numbers which was 136 in 2000, which now reached 1,100. Moreover, the University completed preparations to start over 41 postgraduate study programmes including PhD programmes in Agriculture, Forestry, Natural Sciences and Public Health.

Opening speeches were made by (Dr. Yibrah Beyene) Head of College of Agriculture and Dr Belayhun Kibret, Head of College of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Students with distinction were presented to the ceremony by the heads of respective departments and received recognition for their hard work. Moreover, outstanding students were awarded gold medals alongside best preforming female students.

The University wishes the best to all its graduates and advises to stay in touch as we are developing strong Alumni network.

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