Five of the thirteen graduates are from Tinian.
Fitial said Emmanuel College represents the CNMI’s emerging education industry, “a viable industry with great promise and potential.”
He said he and Lt. Gov. Eloy S. Inos want the CNMI to have continuous access to foreign students, foreign investors and educational instructors even after the expected federalization of local immigration in November.
Grateful
The graduation ceremony is just the beginning of new challenges, class valedictorian Leonora C. Angelo said in her speech.
She then narrated the funny experiences that the graduating class had undergone, and thanked their instructors and loved ones for their assistance and support.
“I am very proud of what my mother has achieved,” Angelo’s son, Tony, said in an interview.
He said he believes that his mother will be strong enough to face the new challenges that await her.
Job ppportunity
The Tinian Health Clinic is opening its door to the graduates, the Tinian Mayor’s Office said.
According to the mayor’s office employing their own graduates will help Tinian save money.
The office is hoping that the graduates will serve the Tinian community for a few years before working overseas.
Four of Emmanuel College’s graduates from last year are now working at the health center.
