Photos/Video: RBT Educational Awards Presented
RBTCC Chairman Clement Talbot announced the distribution of the 2012 RBT Educational Awards for the final time, with Jeelise Allen, Lauren Furbert, Jasmine Looby, Shuntelle Paynter, Allison Outerbridge, and Priscilla Thompson-Tavares all receiving awards. The second year awardees were Michiko Campbell, Khamani Fox and Kendra Simons.
Mr. Talbot said, “Once again we had so many applicants for this our final year and as I always say I only wish we had the funds to assist each and every one of the students who applied for an RBT Education Award.
“This year we will be providing Scholarships totaling $68,000 to 9 very deserving university students, 6 of which are new students and second awards to 3 students from last year as part of their continuing awards.”
He continued, “As a result of the magnificent corporate sponsorship and community support, we have been able to provide $538,000 in Education Awards over the past 6 years. This has enabled the Ross “Blackie” Talbot Charity Classic to assist 41 Bermudian students to pursue their academic endeavours overseas.”
Jeanne Atherden, RBT Education Awards Committee Chairperson, said, “I personally and on behalf of the RBT committee, wish to thank the members of the Screening and Selection Committees for giving freely of their time resulting in the selection of these most worthy students.”
Richard Moseley, HSBC Bermuda CEO stated, “The generosity of the Ross “Blackie” Talbot Education Awards is outstanding, with more than half a million dollars gifted to 41 Bermudian students over 6 years. This commitment of time and resources, raising funds in support of education, is an example of the RBT Board’s exceptional passion for Bermuda and her people.
“HSBC Bermuda is pleased to have been a lead supporter for the RBT event since its inception, the proceeds of which have not only benefited local charities, but also young Bermudians, providing them with opportunities to develop academically.”
Mr. Talbot closed by saying, “I would like to close by extending our heartiest congratulations to each and every one of you for your pursuit of a higher education which will enable you to assume positions of responsibility in our community.”
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What a joy to see two of my former students receiving educational awards toward continued education. May you have a successful school year ahead. Remember to be steadfast in your studies and you will surely accomplish your target goals. Congratulations Khamani Fox and Shuntelle Paynter and the other students congrats on your studies.
If its one thing, i am not surprised to see a certain someone receiving an award. Her and her daughters always looking for free money.. #pityCases ..
Why dont you take ya negative crap and go somewhere? Better yet if you have something you really need to say, stop hiding behind the internet and say it!! What makes someone a pity case?? Pathetic …THIS GOES FOR EVERYONE THAT MAY SEEMINGLY HAVE AN ISSUE…IF YOU DONT KNOW WHAT YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT OR YOU FEEL SOMEWAY ABOUT IT…DONT BE AFRAID TO SAY IT…IM SURE YOU HAVE NO IDEA WHAT YOU ARE TALKING ABOUT!!
Anyway…congratulations to all the recipients. Im sure they have ALL worked hard and deserve it!!
Guess they touched a nerve. Lmao
Just wondering how many people have applied for scholarships are they all pity cases. From your comment you are obviously someone who presumes to know my families intimate business…. because you don’t you can make erroneous comments.by now one would think you would fnow that nothing in life is free. My daugthers and I will continue to take advantage of all that is available to us with much gratitude. We will continue to work hard for our needs, and we will not let small minds like yours define us. …Shay no nerve touched but fuel added to our fire!
Yup nerve touched. lmao
Congrats to all the students, well done!!!!!!!
Congrats everyone!