Wyre Forest Students Celebrate Achievements at Graduation

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Sean Clarke, Sophie Hemmings and Jordan Ingamells were among those who graduated in the historic Worcester Cathedral last week.

Sean, from Stourport-on-Severn, earned his First Class Honours in Physical Education and Sports Coaching Science.

“Words cannot describe how proud I am to have achieved a First Class Honours,” said the 21-year-old former Stourport High School and Sixth Form Centre pupil. “It is something I never thought I would be able to achieve. The experiences and memories I had already made at university made it the best time of my life so far, and for it to finish with a First Class degree is the perfect ending to my undergraduate time.”

Sean is now studying for a Masters degree in Sports Coaching and hopes one day to work within a professional football academy helping to develop the nation’s next generation of players.

Sophie graduated with a degree in Adult Nursing.

“Achieving a First Class Honours in my degree gave me an immense sense of achievement and self-pride as this was a reflection of the hard work and determination that I carried throughout my studies and clinical practice,” said the 21-year-old from Kidderminster. “I have now pursued my passion for oncology and haematology, having started my registered nurse role within this field of nursing. This is a speciality that I aspire to professionally develop within to continuously deliver the best evidence-based practice and quality care to support individuals through a challenging and sensitive journey.”

Jordan graduated with a First in Business Psychology.

“I put many, many hours into my assignments, alongside a part-time job, to gain my First Class degree. It is an achievement that will stay with me for life and I am very proud that I achieved this classification; I had always hoped that I would gain a First Class degree and it is an incredible feeling to know that my hard worked paid off,” said the 23-year-old, from Bewdley.

Jordan is now working as an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Support Officer for Dudley Council.