Ruthin college celebrating 100 years as front-runners in agricultural education
Despite not being able to properly celebrate, the college has been sharing photos of their rich history online
Elin Roberts Assistant Principal of Technical Studies at Llysfasi
Submitted by Martin Williams
A Welsh college has had to put plans for centenary celebrations on hold, however it hasn't stopped them from sharing fond memories to honour the occasion.
Coleg Cambria Llysfasi in Ruthin, Denbighshire were looking forward to celebrating 100 years at the forefront of education, however have pushed plans back for when it is safe.
With staff and students are currently operating online and serving small groups of learners at the Denbighshire site, with strict social-distancing in place, the college has been sharing photos online of the long history in agriculture.
They are also holding virtual ‘talk and tour’ events this weekend for prospective students to find out more on the wide range of courses available, meet tutors, take part in Q&A sessions and view the cutting-edge facilities on campus.
Elin Roberts, site lead and Assistant Principal of Technical Studies at Llysfasi, said: “This is a momentous time for the college, but due to the pandemic we will have to revisit our centenary celebrations later in the year.
“Our priority is the safety of students and staff, and prospective students and their families, which is why open events are being held virtually at the present time.
“We would like to be able to organise and confirm activities to mark the anniversary this summer and at the start of the next academic year, though for now these plans are on hold as we continue to deliver virtual lectures online - and in person where it is safe to do so, given many qualifications delivered at Llysfasi are practical and vocational.”
Having taken the helm in September, Elin is pleased with progress made in the last five months despite the negative impact of Covid-19, including completion of a £1.2m rural education hub.
With plans for a carbon neutral farm forming part of the £1bn North Wales Growth Deal, and burgeoning partnerships with innovative organisations such as Kubota, Tilhill and AGCO, she is confident the first 100 years of Llysfasi have laid the foundations for future success.
To join the talk and tour events this weekend, visit here.
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