Prizegiving 2011

Perth College UHI students’ celebrated their achievements at a prizegiving ceremony at Perth Racecourse on Thursday 9 June.

Awards were presented to over seventy prize winners for exceptional success in further education learning by Dr Thomas Moore, Principal and Chief Executive and former student Tom Urie, River City actor.

Dr Moore said: “Perth College UHI is wholly committed to providing high quality skills development so that our students are highly employable.  We are extremely proud of the achievements of all our prize-winners.  This year has seen outstanding performances by students who are today acknowledged for their skills, efforts and dedication by our industrial and commercial partners and individual sponsors.”

“Many congratulations to all the prize winners and their families and friends, and also a big thank you to all the dedicated staff at the College who have helped them with their success."

Tom added: “Each and every student has worked hard and deserves to be recognised for their efforts.  My time at Perth was most enjoyable and I learned that even when you leave formal education, you never stop learning and picking up skills.  I’m delighted to meet these young people and help celebrate their triumphs.”

You can see the full list of prizewinners in the programme here.