UWI Mona Campus Celebrates Class of 2024 with Five Distinguished Valedictorians
October 22, 2024
Kingston, Jamaica — The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Campus, is proud to announce the appointment of five outstanding valedictorians from its graduating Class of 2024. These exceptional students will be delivering inspiring messages of perseverance, achievement, and ‘Pelican Pride’ at the graduation ceremonies, which will take place from October 31 to November 2.
This year’s valedictorians represent a wide array of disciplines and exemplify academic excellence, community involvement, and leadership. The chosen graduates are Saran Ffrench from the Faculty of Social Sciences (The Mona School of Business and Management), Britney Hay from the Faculty of Medical Sciences, Candace Ramsay from the Faculty of Humanities and Education, Serene Shirley from the Faculty of Engineering, and Nathan Walker from the Faculty of Social Sciences.
“These students not only excelled in their academic pursuits, but they have also made significant contributions to their communities. Their ongoing commitment to serve sets them apart as beacons of light and inspiration for peers and the wider nation,” UWI highlighted in an official statement.
Themed "Celebrating Caribbean Legacy: A Kaleidoscope of Resilience," the graduation ceremonies will showcase these brilliant minds alongside celebrating the rich heritage of the Caribbean.
Here’s the schedule of addresses for the valedictorians:
- Britney Hay (BSc Nursing): Thursday, October 31 at 4 pm
- Nathan Walker (BSc Economics): Friday, November 1 at 10 am
- Serene Shirley (BSc Biochemical Engineering): Friday, November 1 at 4 pm
- Candace Ramsay (BA Integrated Marketing and Communication): Saturday, November 2 at 10 am
- Saran Ffrench (BSc Human Resources Management): Saturday, November 2 at 4 pm
In addition to these notable speeches, this year’s ceremonies will feature a number of firsts. Dr. Dodridge D. Miller will preside over the ceremonies for the first time since becoming The UWI’s 7th Chancellor in August. Additionally, the university will be unveiling a newly designed academic regalia, marking a fresh chapter in UWI’s storied tradition.
This season of celebrations promises not only to recognize the accomplishments of its graduates but also to honor the rich, resilient legacy of the Caribbean.
