By Etienne Mainimo Mengnjo
Graduating students from the Vocational Training Institute of Giddis for Advanced Technology and Entrepreneurship (VTI-GATE) have been urged to let excellence be their trademark as they go out into the field.
The call was made on August 10 in Yaoundé by various personalities during the institution’s 11th batch graduation ceremony.
In a keynote address, Rev. Fr. Dr. Cornelius Banah Sama said, “Let the quality of your services and words be your tool of market, and let excellence be your trademark.”
While calling on the graduating students to keep “graduating” every day, Rev. Fr. Dr. Banah Sama said they should graduate from cheap companies and conversations that will not help them realize their dreams in life.
“Graduate from gossips and jealousy, and learn to concentrate on building your personality and your capacities,” he said.
Besides calling on them to graduate from indecency and cheap appearances that do not portray the person they aspire to become in the future, he also urged them to graduate from cheap and unhealthy relationships that do not honor their bodies as the temple of the Holy Spirit.
“Let us all graduate from corruption, dishonesty, bitterness, anger, and betrayals that are destroying our society and strive to live for a brighter future,” he further stated.
To achieve their goals as they enter society, the students were also urged to be humble but never desperate in their search for a job, nor allow human dignity to be compromised just because they need a job.
He added that they should remain focused, disciplined, and hardworking because there is no greater magic than determination and hard work.
“Idleness should never be part of you because you are a graduate from a vocational institution that promotes entrepreneurship and practical knowledge. Always set your objectives that are smart and can permit you to live a meaningful life,” Rev. Fr. Dr. Banah Sama said.
The Founder and CEO of VTI-GATE, Gilfort Fur Fondzenyuy, challenged them to face challenges with confidence, continue to learn and grow, and always strive for excellence.
“As you step into the world, remember that the skills and knowledge you have gained here are your tools to create a brighter future,” Fru Fondzenyuy said.
While thanking the administration and staff for their diligence throughout the school year, he extended heartfelt gratitude to the parents who have entrusted the school with the education of their children. “Your trust and support are the pillars of our success. Thank you for believing in us.”
The newly appointed director of VTI-GATE, Bruno Berinyuy Lukong, congratulated the students for their hard work, pointing out that the skills they have acquired are the skills they need for a better tomorrow.
To the current students in the school, he said, “I encourage you to tighten your belt and know it is through hard work that comes success, and for sure, you shall reap what you sow. I urge you to follow the footsteps of hard work and determination exhibited by your seniors.”
The graduating students hailed the school for the knowledge they have acquired and promised to face their next step in life with determination. “Now that I am a graduate in Secretarial Duties and Office Administration and Management, I would actually execute my skills and also impact them,” a graduating student said.
Award and scholarships were given to deserving students. Over 42 students graduated from the different departments in the institution.
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