Faye Burge graduated BSc (Hons) in applied Sports Science from Edinburgh University. Faye, a former pupil of Anderson's Primary School and Forres Academy, is the daughter of Anne Burge, Mannachie Rise, and the late Robert Burge. She is to begin a Masters degree in physiotherapy at Queen Margaret University in October.

Jason Chester, grandson of Rose and the late George Chester, Glebe Road, Kinloss, has graduated BA (Hons) in creative and media writing and film studies from Middlesex University, with a special award for outstanding achievement.

Kirsty Boyle, daughter of Tony and Lesley Boyle, The Hillock, Dallas, graduated from Napier University, Edinburgh, with a 2:1 BA (Hons) degree in Journalism. Kirsty is a former pupil of Anderson’s Primary School and Forres Academy and is currently the assistant media relations officer for The Scottish Parliament.

Cameron Stuart Chisholm, son of Alan and Jennifer Chisholm, Alexandra Terrace, Forres, graduated from the University of Stirling with a BSc (Hons) in Computing Science. Cameron, a former pupil of Anderson’s Primary and Forres Academy, begins a graduate technical consultancy position in the south of England later this month.

Angela Bowen, Orchard Road, Forres, graduated from the University of Edinburgh with an MA in French and Business Studies with First Class Honours and distinction in Oral French. Angela, who is a former pupil of Anderson’s Primary School and a former dux of Forres Academy, is the daughter of Lorna and Richard Bowen and the grand-daughter of the late Bunty and Allan MacMillan.

Hannah Copeland, former Forres Academy pupil, graduated from Stirling University with a BA (Hons) in History. Hannah is the daughter of Alan and Sue Copeland, 1 Bailies Road, Forres.

Emma Batchford, Alves, former Alves Primary School pupil, daughter of Paul and Sandra Batchford, graduated from Glasgow Caledonia University with a BA in Tourism International Travel Management.

Claire Crossman, daughter of Stewart and Ann Crossman, Lilacgrove, Dyke, has graduated from Glasgow University with an MA (Hons) in Mathematics. Claire is a former pupil of Dyke Primary and Forres Academy.

Chris Buckland, son of Clive and Sheena Buckland, of Fyrish Road, Findhorn, graduated from Glasgow University with First Class Honours in History and Politics. Chris is a former pupil of Kinloss Primary School and Forres Academy.

Lynsey Alexander, daughter of George and Kathleen Anderson, Waterford Farm, Forres, graduated BA in Business Law and Economics from the University of Strathclyde. Lynsey is a former pupil of Anderson’s Primary School and Forres Academy.