The Fiji National University’s first Grand Alumni Fundraiser Ball recently took place at the Sheraton Fiji Beach & Golf Resort, gathering alumni, staff, friends, and family to support underprivileged students. Special guests included President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu and First Lady Emily Lalabalavu. The evening aimed to highlight the community’s unity through shared goals and passion, as emphasized by FNU Vice-Chancellor Professor Unaisi Nabobo-Baba. She lauded the alumni as lifelong ambassadors of the university, noting their role in shaping communities and inspiring change while exemplifying FNU’s values.
The Vice-Chancellor celebrated the alumni network’s strength, reminding attendees of the legacy created from FNU’s educational ethos and the achievements of its graduates. She expressed pride in how alumni achievements reflect the education and life lessons acquired at the university.
This fundraising event aligns with FNU’s broader initiatives, such as their regular graduation ceremonies, which honor and celebrate student achievements across various faculties and emphasize the university’s commitment to academic excellence and societal contribution. These ceremonies unite graduates and their families and reflect a hopeful outlook for Fiji, as these graduates are envisioned as future leaders and innovators.
Overall, the alumni ball serves not only as a means to raise funds for deserving students but also as a celebration of community and shared purpose, illustrating the influential role of education and collective support in fostering both individual and societal progress. The FNU community continues to show its dedication to nurturing educational growth, paving the way for future achievements and contributing positively to the nation’s development.