Nevis Island Administration and Medical University of the Americas Scholarship Recipients
Scholarship Recipients Announced
Ms. Kiane Boddie and Ms. Dericia Williams are the recipients of the 2024 Medical University of the Americas (MUA)/Nevis Island Administration (NIA) Scholarship.
Scholarship Details
Mrs. Boddie will be pursuing veterinary medicine at the University of the West Indies- St. Augustine Campus, and Ms. Williams will pursue a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics at Western Illinois University in the United States.
Ceremony and Congratulations
At an awards ceremony on August 27, Minister of Health the Honourable Jahnel Nisbett congratulated the young women and highlighted the government’s willingness to assist them as they embark on their tertiary education journey.
“Congratulations to both of these young ladies…These are two amazing, intelligent, confident young women that we are able to support through this scholarship programme.
“These [fields] are two critical areas of importance to the Nevis Island Administration and to the development of Nevis as a whole. So it is our joy to partner with the Medical University of the Americas to be able to support these two young women in achieving their personal goals, which they will then use to contribute to the collective goal of Nevis.”
University Commendation
Dr. Robert Mankoff, MUA Dean of Students and Director of Student Support said the university is honoured to assist the young persons and be part of the journey with them.
“Education and service are the foundations of a healthy society; they are the future, and to recognize young people for service and education and for their capacity is truly an honour.
“Medical University is thrilled and delighted to invest in Nevis and the future and in our collaboration. My sincerest hope is that the two of you will go on to support your country, support your society and be wonderful citizens,” he commented.
Gratitude and Commitment
Ms. Boddie and Ms. Williams both expressed their gratitude to the NIA and the MUA, as well as their loved ones for the opportunity.
Ms. Boddie especially thanked “those who saw potential in me that I can do this”.
Ms. Williams shared, “It is my hope that my country will eventually benefit from my studies. I pledge to do my best to maintain high standards at all times.”
Scholarship Terms
Mrs. Shelissa Martin-Clarke, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Chairperson of the Scholarship Committee, explained that the scholarships will provide crucial financial support for a period of four years, contingent on them maintaining a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher.
Conclusion
The Nevis Island Administration and Medical University of the Americas Scholarship aims to support young individuals in pursuing their tertiary education goals, and Ms. Boddie and Ms. Williams are proud recipients of this prestigious award.
FAQs
Q: What is the duration of the scholarship?
A: The scholarship will provide financial support for a period of four years.
Q: What are the conditions for maintaining the scholarship?
A: Recipients must maintain a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher.
Q: What are the fields of study that the scholarship supports?
A: The scholarship supports veterinary medicine and Nutrition and Dietetics.
Q: How many students have benefitted from this scholarship?
A: 26 other young individuals have benefitted from this scholarship.
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