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$4,000 Engineering Scholarship Being Offered
After a period of dormancy, the Bermuda Association of Professional Engineers [BAPE] is working to invigorate engineering on the island via a $4,000 scholarship being offered to a student pursuing or considering pursuing a degree in the fields of mechanical, electrical, civil, environmental, chemical, or industrial engineering. There is no GPA requirement... Read more of this article
Teleza Pitcher Wins Brown Family Scholarship
Teleza Pitcher was today announced as the 2014 recipient of the Brown Family Health Scholarship, receiving $5,000 towards her studies. Established by former Premier Dr. Ewart Brown and his wife Mrs. Wanda Henton-Brown, this scholarship is intended for Bermudian Undergraduate or Post Graduate student pursuing studies in Health Sciences, Dentistry, Nursing... Read more of this article
ABIC Education Awards Highlights Alumni
The Association of Bermuda International Companies [ABIC] celebrated the success of its 35+ year scholarship programme by highlighting some of its past awardees. ACE Bermuda President and CEO, Mr. Rees Fletcher, was a 1980’s scholar and had this to say about the Award, “As a past recipient of an ABIC Education Award, I know firsthand how helpful... Read more of this article
BSSF Drama Scholarships For Vickers & Smith
The Bermuda Shakespeare Schools Festival [BSSF] will award two major scholarships to two outstanding drama students, with Rowan Vickers and Marcus Smith set to receive assistance to continue their studies. Every year BSSF, now in its seventh year of operation, invites applications for scholarship support from any student who has participated in one... Read more of this article
Tourism & Hospitality Scholarships Announced
The Bermuda Tourism Authority has announced three locally offered Tourism-industry scholarships. Combined, more than $850k has been awarded via these scholarships to over 100 Bermudian students over the past two decades. The three scholarships are: Skål Bermuda Scholarships for Hospitality and Tourism Studies are awarded to students pursuing educational... Read more of this article
Home Affairs Ministry Donates To Scholarship
Minister of Home Affairs Michael Fahy revealed that the Ministry will donate $5,000 towards the Hamilton Parish Council’s newly created scholarship fund. A spokesperson said, “The public will be aware that as part of its mandate, the Ministry of Home Affairs oversees the island’s Parish Councils. Parish Councils have various functions... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: “Sit-In” Over Education Grants
Shadow Minister of Education Lovitta Foggo was joined today [May 6] by Education Minister Dr. Grant Gibbons and crowds of people who attended the “Silent Sit-In” at the Cabinet Grounds today in protest over the cuts to education grants. Ms. Foggo spoke first, and then Dr. Gibbons addressed the crowd, drawing jeers and boos when he said,... Read more of this article
Y.A.O. Baseball Launch Play Ball Grant Fund
The Board of Directors of Y.A.O. Baseball Bermuda have launched a Grant Fund to provide their most talented players with the opportunity to pursue their aspirations to play at the college or even professional level. A Board spokesperson said, “Since 1995 YAO has provided the opportunity for over a thousand children from ages 4-15 to play baseball.... Read more of this article
Minister On Government Scholarships, Awards
Today, Dr Grant Gibbons, Minister of Education and Economic Development moved to address what he said was some “misinformation that has been circulating on the granting of scholarships and awards.” The Minister stated, “The Ministry of Education and Economic Development continues to make a substantial investment in public education and... Read more of this article
Aliyyah Ahad Selected As 2014 Rhodes Scholar
The Bermuda Rhodes Scholarship Selection Committee announced that Ms Aliyyah Ahad has been selected as Bermuda’s Rhodes Scholar 2014. Aliyyah is the daughter of Abdallah and Ameenah Ahad of Sandys Parish, Bermuda. Aliyyah attended Bermuda High School and graduated in 2008 with top results in her GCSEs and the International Baccalaureate. Aliyyah... Read more of this article
Duperreault Fellowship Invites Applications
The Duperreault Fellowship today invited applications for financial support from residents working or studying in the field of substance abuse. The Duperreault Fellowship, a fund designed to enhance the professional capabilities of individuals working in substance abuse prevention and treatment programmes, was established in 2004 when a $500,000 donation... Read more of this article
Student Competing For New School Scholarship
A Bermudian high school student with her eyes set on a full scholarship at Parsons, The New School for Design in New York City has entered the New School Competition, a challenge that could earn her a fully sponsored spot at the institution. Shanna Hollis, a 17-year-old currently attending Saltus Grammar School, was required to complete three tasks... Read more of this article
