The 233 graduates of the University of Guyana Berbice Campus (UGBC) were urged to use their skills to contribute to the development of Guyana, when the campus hosted its 13th Convocation at the University Square, Tain, Port Mourant, Corentyne last Saturday.Ms. Mootoo receiving her prize from a representative of Republic BankVice- Chancellor of the University,Cheap Jerseys, Prof. Jacob Opadeyi, in his congratulatory message to the graduated, urged them to continue to higher steps of learning. He reminded students that their education at the University is “highly subsidized by tax payers through the Government of Guyana.”“You therefore owe the citizens of this country gratitude for facilitating you education,” and one way of expressing that thanks is by staying in the country to develop it.He challenged the graduates to get involved in social development activities that will uplift under-privileged children and the differently-abled.“Be a mentor to somebody,” he urged. He cautioned the graduates to not let Saturday evening’s convocation be the end to their learning, adding that the university’s doors are open for higher studies.“If not a higher Degree, you can benefit from a second Degree that enhances your ability to create employment for others.”He urged students to join the university’s alumni in building the institution. We need your contributions in whatever form you can give…be a partner as we strive for excellence.”President of the Guyana Manufacturing Services Association (GMSA) and CEO of the Guyana National Industrial Company Incorporated (GNIC) Mr. Clinton Williams, during the Feature Address, urged the graduates to make a meaningful contribution to Guyana’s development. He discouraged them from migration.“Your young, fresh minds and unique analytical capabilities are exactly what this country needs to stimulate and accelerate growth,” Williams said. He expressed disappointment in the statistic of less than one per cent of UG graduates who remain in the country and recommended that UG bring on stream more Science and Business-based programmes such, in such areas as bio- gas and transportation logistic services.The Faculty of Education and Humanities presented the largest number of graduates, numbering 108; Faculty of Social Sciences presented 89 graduates from five programmes: Degree in Public Management (12), Diploma in Accountancy (20), Diploma in Public Management (23), Diploma in Marketing (10), and Diploma in Social Work (24).A section of the gathering at the Convocation CeremonyThe Faculty of Natural Sciences presented 39 graduates from four programmes: Associate Degree in Biology (22),Wholesale Nike NFL Jerseys, Associate Degree in Chemistry (8), Associate Degree in Mathematics (3) and Diploma in Computer Science (6), while the Faculty of Agriculture presented two graduates.The Valedictorian was school teacher, Ms. Pamela Mootoo of the School of Education and Humanities. She received the President’s Medal. Among others receiving special prizes were: Carl Ramsammy,Cheap Jerseys Wholesale, Second-Best Graduating Student; Karishma Narain; Aneesa Henry; Mellesia Punch; Delicia Bourne; Afsana Appalsamy; Wahid Omar; Alicia John; Aretha McAllister; Carolyn Bynoe; Carol Fraser; Lorrie Lee Farley; Candica Barker; Trisha Ramlochan; Rampersaud Seecharran; Meena Persaud; Shemar Lindie; Donna Ramsammy; Naseem Latiff; Electrice Bell; Camille Thompson and Coya Halley.Due to the University’s former Pro- Chancellor, Prof. Prem Misir, who tendered his resignation in May, being absent, the Vice- Chancellor did the honours of conferring upon the graduands,NFL Jerseys From China, their respective Diplomas,Nike Air Force 1 Donna, Certificates, Associate Degrees and Degrees. The Guyana Police Force Band, led by Assistant Police Commissioner Cecil Bovell, DSM,Chile Jersey, performed the renditions ‘Senor Senor’ and ‘Take the A-‘Train’, as well as ‘My Heart is Beating’.Other senior officers within the University were in attendance including the respective Deans of the various Faculties; Deputy Vice- Chancellor (Academics), Dr. Barbara Reynolds; Deputy Vice- Chancellor (Planning & Development), Dr. Elizabeth Ramlall; The Registrar, Mr. Vincent Alexander; UGBC Deputy Director, Ms. Jacqueline Murray. The Director’s Report was presented by current Director of UGBC, Dr. Subramaniam Gomathinayagam.
