The University of Limassol held its annual graduation ceremony on Friday, June 26, 2026, held its annual graduation ceremony in Limassol, in an atmosphere of emotion and pride. The graduates received their degrees, marking the completion of an important chapter in their academic journey and paving the way for their future personal and professional development.

The President of the University of Limassol Council, Mr. Socrates Ellinas, who spoke about the University’s dynamic growth, which is rooted in the legacy of CIIM. He highlighted the ongoing expansion of the schools and academic programs, while noting as particularly significant the participation of the first graduates of the School of Social and Humanities Studies and the distance learning programs.

On behalf of the President of the Republic of Cyprus, the Minister of Labor and Social Insurance, Mr. Marinos Mousiouttas, who highlighted CIIM’s transformation into the University of Limassol, as well as its focus on innovation, technology, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation—elements that reinforce its position as one of Cyprus’s fastest-growing universities.

The Rector, Professor Theodoros Panagiotou, called on the graduates to apply their knowledge responsibly, integrity, and ethics, pursuing success without compromising their values and contributing positively to society.

On behalf of the graduates, valedictorian Maria Vryoni spoke of the importance of the university experience as a lifelong journey of learning, thanking the faculty for the guidance and inspiration they provided.

Conferral of the Title of Founding Rector and Professor Emeritus

A special moment of the ceremony was the conferral of the title of Founding Rector and Professor Emeritus (Founding Rector and Professor Emeritus) to Professor Theodoros Panagiotou, on the occasion of the completion of his term as Rector. The Senate and the University Council honored his contribution to the founding, development, and shaping of the academic identity of the University of Limassol, as well as his long-standing service to higher education, with the award coinciding with the 50th anniversary of his academic career.

The 2026 Commencement Ceremony reaffirmed the University of Limassol’s steadfast commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and the development of scholars with knowledge, ethics, and social responsibility.