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A group of ILS (Independent living skills) learners recently participated in a football tournament organised by Colegau Cymru. The event, which supported the ‘Show Racism the Red Card’ campaign, was aimed at encouraging teamwork, confidence and personal growth.

Coleg Sir Gâr recently welcomed the British Army’s Medical, Logistics and Adjutant General Corps (AGC) teams for an exciting day of activities focused on teamwork, resilience and career insights.

In 2016, Chloe James, an A-Level student, began a judo journey that would evolve from a hobby to a central part of her life. Starting judo for fun and self-defence, Chloe now competes in numerous national events and is working to reach the highest level in the sport.

A-Level students with an interest in the healthcare sector, started their first year of college with a visit to Swansea University, as part of the college’s Medical Field Programme partnership.

Georgia Theodoulou, the founder and lead for sports at Our Streets Now and an English lecturer at Coleg Sir Gâr, was invited to host a workshop and speak on a panel at this year's Include Summit in London.

Sumatran tigers and howler monkeys are just some of the animals involved in student research projects being carried out at Coleg Sir Gâr with Manor Wildlife Park in Pembrokeshire.

The Basis Foundation in Agronomy at Coleg Sir Gâr has proven to be an invaluable resource for those serious about advancing their careers in agriculture. One recent student, Hayley Lewis, shared how the course provided her with an exceptional foundation in the theory of agronomy, equipping her with essential knowledge that she now uses every day when working with farmers.

Earlier this term, UAL and Foundation Art and Design students at Coleg Ceredigion had the unique opportunity to take part in a hands-on masterclass with artist Zoe Quick. Known for her work in natural fabric dyeing, Zoe shared her expertise in sustainable textile practices, giving students a first hand experience of working with eco-friendly materials.

Coleg Sir Gâr wants to extend its thanks to Vaughan Construction for its sponsorship across all its sports academies as the college’s principal academy sponsor.

Olga Andersohn-Muszynska decided to sign up for a part-time maths GCSE course at Coleg Sir Gâr where she surpassed her expectations and gained an A* grade.

For many students, the journey through education can spark unexpected passions. For Leo, a recent Beauty Therapy student from Coleg Ceredigion, this was certainly the case. Reflecting on his journey, Leo shared how one unit in particular inspired him and his future career.

Coleg Sir Gâr A-level students, who are researching alternative progression routes other than university, have visited a company called Nexgen Careers in Barcelona to explore employability and global skills development.

Three female leaders at Coleg Sir Gâr are championing kindness as a core value in management, with the goal of fostering a more productive, engaged and innovative campus environment.

A new website is being unveiled at Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion which features a newly designed, student-focussed platform with improved navigation and improved learner experience.

Media students at Coleg Ceredigion have taken part in workshops with film company Amdami as part of it’s Welsh New Wave short-film competition.