CQU Noosa Hub has (Saturday, July 22) celebrated its third graduation ceremony, at the Sheraton Noosa Resort.

A total of 37 graduates attended - most from the innovative learning management program which has been praised at national level.

Graduates included Noosa Councillor Lew Brennan and Noosa District State High School (Cooroy) teacher Ruth Davoren, who have completed Master of Learning Management degrees.

Bachelor degree graduates included Cheryl Edgeworth. Ms Edgeworth has obtained a permanent position in the Special Education Unit at Rosella State School in Gladstone, where she joins Sarah Wells, one of CQU Noosa Hub's first batch of graduates.

Jade Duckmanton, who delivered the speech on behalf of graduates, has a position at Golden Beach (Caloundra) State School.

The graduates heard from guest speaker Alan Rogers, Noosa Shire's Director of Community Services.

CQU Chancellor Rennie Fritschy officiated and Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor Angela Delves also attended.

Photo (above): Noosa Shire Councillor Lew Brennan graduates with his Master of Learning Management qualification. Cr Brennan has been an active partner and advocate for higher education in the establishment of the Noosa Hub. His postgraduate work was an exploration of contemporary societies and the manner in which they embrace education as a pillar of social and economic development.

Photo (below): Bachelor of Learning Management (Primary) graduate Aimee Woodward celebrates her achievement. She starts a teaching contract at Tewantin State School this week.