Proud graduates of the 'Unuaki 'o Tonga Royal University received their Certificates and Degrees from Queen Mother Halaevalu Mata'aho in their graduation ceremony last night.

Over 60 students were presented with Certificates in various fields of study, including Computer Information, Business Administration, and Automotive Engineering, with degrees including Associate of Occupational Studies in Computer Information, Medical Specialities, Business Administration and other areas.

The Queen Mother congratulated the graduates and thanked the founder and the Board Directors for their vision that had given these students the opportunity to study.

The institute was established in Tonga in 2003. Present at the ceremony held at the International Dateline Hotel were 'Etuate Lavulavu the founder and president of the university, Dr 'Okusitino Mahina of the University of Auckland, Dr Sam Wang and other guests, including many of the part time faculty.