May 27, 2004 For Immediate Release

The University of Northern British Columbia will be hosting graduation events in various northern BC communities to celebrate the successes of local students in completing degree, certificate, and diploma programs.

In total, the 2004 graduating class is UNBC's largest ever, with just over 720 grads. About 64% of those graduating this year have indicated that they are from northern BC. Following the main graduation ceremony in Prince George on May 28th, regional grad celebrations will be held:

Terrace
Sunday, May 31, 5pm
Best Western Inn and Conference Centre

New Aiyansh - Wilp Wilxo'oskwhl Nisga'a Convocation
Monday, May 31, 2pm
Recreation and Cultural Centre

Quesnel
Wednesday, June 2, 6:30pm
Quesnel Recreation Centre

Fort St John
Thursday, June 3, 7pm
The Northern Grand Hotel Ballroom

At each of the events, many of the students who completed all of their coursework in regional centres will be present to be recognized for their accomplishment. Since 1994, the year UNBC opened for full operations, more than 220 students have completed their programs in regional campuses.

This year's Convocation events are also including the official installation of Peter Bentley as UNBC's third Chancellor, and the awarding of honorary doctoral degrees to Haida artist Robert Davidson and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome research pioneer Dr Kwadwo Asante.