The Catholic University of Bukavu held the graduation ceremony for the 2020-2021 academic year on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at Kalambo Campus.

This activity crowns the success of students enrolled in the end-year of Bachelor’s degree who stood out in all the faculties organized by the University. Several personalities including academic and administrative staff, members of the board of directors and parents of graduands were present at the ceremony.

During his address, the Chancellor of the Catholic University of Bukavu, His Excellency Monsignor François Xavier Maroyi Rusengo called on the students to combine excellence with human values ​​and competence.

The Rector of the University, meanwhile, recommended the graduands not to give up despite the realities of the world of employment. He urged them to knock on all doors and to be honest and responsible men and women regardless of the circumstances.

Finally, the Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs presented the general academic situation of the University and the best percentage for the academic year 2020-2021. Miss Igega Mulemangabo Divine, registered in first year in the Faculty of Agriculture, is the best student of 2020-2021 academic year with 86.1%.

The closing remarks were made by the Rector, after the laureates had received blessings from His Excellency Monsignor.