DSC Marks Record-Breaking Achievements at 24th Commencement Ceremony

The Dominica State College (DSC) is preparing to celebrate another significant milestone when it hosts its 24th Commencement Ceremony on Wednesday, July 8, recognizing the accomplishments of hundreds of graduates across a wide range of academic and technical programmes.

This year's ceremony marks several notable achievements for the College. For the first time in its history, DSC will confer its highest number of Bachelor's degrees, with 21 graduates completing bachelor's programmes. These include 10 graduates from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing programme and 11 graduates from the Bachelor of Science in Business Management programme, reflecting the College's continued expansion in higher education.

The College also continues to demonstrate strong performance in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), highlighting its ongoing commitment to developing a highly skilled workforce. Graduates will be recognized in programmes including Building & Civil Engineering, Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Plumbing, and Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, underscoring the growing demand for technical and vocational skills in Dominica.

The 2026 Valedictorian is a Building & Civil Engineering student, an accomplishment that reflects the increasing excellence and prominence of the College's technical programmes.

Another milestone for the institution is the graduation of the first cohort of 11 teachers from the Accelerated Associate Degree in Primary Education programme. This initiative represents DSC's continued commitment to strengthening the education sector by providing accessible professional development opportunities for in-service educators.

The 24th Commencement Ceremony promises to be a celebration not only of academic

excellence but also of innovation, workforce development, and the continued evolution of the Dominica State College as the nation's premier institution for tertiary education.