Rugby Star Celebrates a Double Achievement
“My cousin told me about the programme, and I didn’t expect to enjoy it so much. I’m thrilled to have applied and to be among the graduates today,” Ms Nawa said.
Saturday 27 July 2024 | 14:04
Miliakere Nawa with her two sister’s Vasemaca Cadulala and Talica Vakarawa on July 26, 2024. Photo: Ronald Kumar
It was an emotional day for Miliakere Nawa on Friday as she graduated from the Fiji National University (FNU) with both a Deck Hand Fishing Certificate and a Basic Sea Safety-Fishing Vessels Certificate.
At 33, this is the first time Ms Nawa has received a certificate from an educational institution bearing her name.
Hailing from Navaga Village in Koro, Lomaiviti, with maternal ties to Namuana Village in Tavuki, Kadavu, Ms Nawa also plays full-back for the Nasinu women’s rugby team.
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“My cousin told me about the programme, and I didn’t expect to enjoy it so much. I’m thrilled to have applied and to be among the graduates today,” Ms Nawa said.
“After Form Six (now Year 12), I began playing rugby, and this is my first certificate. Receiving it has inspired me to continue my studies in this field.”
Ms Nawa encourages other girls and women to seize the opportunities FNU offers.
“I’m grateful for these programmes. Age should not be a barrier to learning,” she said.
“Thank you, FNU, for this opportunity. I am forever grateful, and this marks the beginning of my journey to becoming who I am meant to be.”
Ms Nawa also extended her best wishes to the Fiji men’s and women’s rugby teams at the Olympic Games in Paris.
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