"Veronica is a self-starter and very studious. She takes detailed notes and can instantly translate them into action. She has calm professionalism that sets the tone for her classmates and subconsciously motivates their actions in a positive way. She is detail oriented and naturally talented. She will make a strong and creative chef someday soon!"

"He is a breath of fresh air in class with his positivity and his effort he puts in to be better. He has perfect attendance and punctuality! He was already like that back in level 1 through to level 5. In academics, he was always upbeat and diligent with the class work. He is hard working and an inspiration to his classmates. He is also quick to volunteer for community events to support local chefs."

"Ibiso Membere demonstrates the spirit of CIL and is a leader who possesses great levels of integrity, creativity, and service. It is an honor to have her among our student body. Ibiso has already achieved great success in her career and will continue to do so in the future. Through her work in both cuisine and media, Ibiso highlights the importance of elevating marginalized voices and promoting the important creative and culinary professionals in her community."