Graduation Ceremony 2026

🔸 On November 10, the graduation ceremony for the Class of 2026 of Caucasus International University was held at the “ExpoGeorgia” exhibition center. The large-scale event was attended by the university leadership, academic and administrative staff, as well as representatives from various public and private institutions.

🔸 The event was officially opened by Professor Kakhaber Kordzaia, Rector of Caucasus International University. In his address, the Rector emphasized the significance of personal character development and fundamental values—qualities he noted are just as significant as professional achievements. He discussed the pressures exerted by the modern digital world and social media, which often leave individuals with the unsettling feeling that they are falling behind in the “marathon of life”. Kakhaber Kordzaia urged the graduates not to become prisoners of their own success, to resist conforming to externally imposed standards, and to discover their own unique definition of happiness. At the conclusion of his speech, the Rector expressed his wish that, when looking back years from now, the young people would see significant professional achievements, honorable choices and good deeds. He reminded the students once again to believe in their own capabilities and to remember that the University always stands by their side.

🔸 Zviad Gabisonia, Deputy Minister of Education, Science and Youth of Georgia, addressed the graduates and wished them success. He highlighted the ongoing reforms within the education system, which are focused on aligning academic programs with the modern demands of the labor market. Additionally, the Deputy Minister extended congratulations to those present on the occasion of International Day of Scientists.

🔸 The celebratory ceremony included graduates from the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels representing the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, the Faculty of Law, the Faculty of Medicine, the Faculty of Business and Technology, and the Faculty of Viticulture and Enology.

🔸 The young graduates were congratulated on completing university and embarking on a new stage of life by the invited guests of honor: Koba Kobaladze, Director of the State Service of Veterans Affairs (Major General); Giorgi Khabashvili, Chairman of the Retail Association and General Director of “Goodwill”; Zurab Vacharadze, Deputy Chairman of the National Wine Agency; and Professor Mamuka Nemsadze, Clinical Director of the Jordania Medical Center.

🔸 During the event, the deans of the respective faculties—George Khatidze (Faculty of Law), Ekaterine Chalaganidze (Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities), Ketevan Nanobashvili (Faculty of Business and Technologies), Magda Tortladze (Faculty of Medicine), and Olani Gotsiridze (Faculty of Viticulture and Enology)—addressed the graduates and wished them success. Following the deans' remarks, an individual awards ceremony for the graduates was held.

🔸 Nino Mindiashvili, Head of the University Doctoral Studies Office, also delivered a speech at the event. Doctoral graduates and outstanding students from various faculties were presented with honorary diplomas, specially prepared for the occasion. Several graduates—Tatia Kokobinadze, Aleksandre Shamugia, Davit Zoidze, and Tamar Tagvadze—also addressed the audience, sharing poignant messages.

🔸 The event was hosted by Davit Gvetadze, Head of the University Strategic Communications Department.

🔸 The evening featured musical performances by “Gigi Pianoman”, as well as a performance by the university ensemble “Kavkasieli”, under the direction of Bezhan Tsintsalashvili. In the final part of the event, Caucasus International University student Nini Kupatadze performed a special musical flash mob.

🔸 The graduation evening concluded with the traditional cake-cutting ceremony and the academic cap toss. Following the official proceedings, a DJ provided entertainment for the graduates, while guests and graduates alike had the opportunity to capture the day’s memorable moments in specially arranged photo zones.