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.
