Lavois Cruickshank Appointed Jamaica’s ‘I Believe’ Ambassador
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Lavois Cruickshank, a graduate of The University of the West Indies (UWI), the second recipient of the University of Birmingham and Jamaica National Foundation Legacy Scholarship, was appointed an ‘I Believe’ Ambassador by Jamaica’s Governor-General, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, during a courtesy call at King’s House, on Tuesday, September 8.
As the Governor-General pinned Lavois Cruickshank to become an ‘I Believe’ Ambassador during the courtesy call, he told the scholarship recipient that, “The sky is the limit.”
Sir Patrick Allen also pointed out that there was a growing need for more young people in Jamaica to become role models; and, urged Lavois to commit to volunteerism, and contribute to the growth and development of our nation.
“Volunteerism is an opportunity to build character; and, the qualities and attributes developed through giving back will help, not only the individual; but, also influence others in the community,” Sir Patrick stated.
The ‘I Believe’ initiative was launched four years ago in 2011 by the Governor-General, to motivate and inspire young Jamaicans to believe in themselves, achieve their God-given potential; and, to serve their community. Its primary activities are centered on: family, young people and education.
Saffrey Brown, general manager of JN Foundation, which manages the JN Scholarship Programmes, welcomed Lavois as the 2015 recipient of the scholarship. And, she highlighted the successful completion of the Masters degree by Chris Ann Thomas, the first scholarship recipient, who graduated with honours from the University of Birmingham; and recently returned to Jamaica.
“Chris Ann did extremely well in Birmingham,” Miss Brown declared, “And, therefore, we are positive that Lavois Cruickshank will join the long list of local and overseas ‘JN Scholars’ who have excelled; as well as, to blaze a trail for other youngsters to follow.”
The University of Birmingham and Jamaica National Foundation Legacy Scholarship programme, now in its second year, is structured to provide: three one-year scholarships to students who have successfully matriculated from a university in Jamaica, to be able to attend the University of Birmingham, in the United Kingdom.
The scholarship is awarded to Jamaicans residing in Jamaica, based on their academic merit, voluntary service and financial need.
Mrs. Tanya Pringle, senior manager, JN Corporate Communications, who participated in the courtesy call, noted that the approximately 150 scholarships offered by Jamaica National annually, have been instrumental in building a cadre of Jamaican scholars, who on graduation from their respective institutions, have contributed to enhancing the intellectual fabric of our country.
“We commend all our scholarship recipients and, over the years, many who have succeeded in their goals and return to express their appreciation to the organisation and are contributing to the development of Jamaica,” Mrs. Pringle stated.
For further details about the University of Birmingham and Jamaica National Foundation Legacy Scholarship, please visit: http://www.jnbs.com/jnbs-scholarship-programme.
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