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On Saturday, May 31, students
from IYRS’ three accredited programs will graduate from
their respective Schools of Technology and Trade, and the
students from the Boatbuilding and Restoration Program will
launch their boats. For both Newport and the school,
graduation has become a community celebration, attracting
hundreds of supporters, admirers, community leaders, and
industry partners. International yachtsman, Dr. Robert
McNeil, who owns and is, funding the restoration of CORONET
on the IYRS campus, will speak at the ceremonies. The public
is welcome to join the ceremony and launching festivities
and see the fine craftsmanship produced by students.
Graduation ceremonies begin at the IYRS Newport campus (449
Thames Street) at 10:00 am inside Restoration Hall. After
the speaking and certificate award program, the crowd is
invited to the school docks to watch the launching of the
newly restored boats. |