BTC’s groundbreaking scholarship initiative, launched just a year ago, continues to gain momentum as a driving force for educational opportunity. In its commitment to nurturing talent, BTC has awarded valedictorians from six schools with four-year scholarships totaling $120,000. Director of People, K. Darron Turnquest commented on the scholarship program: “It is with great pride that I announce the latest cohort of the BTC scholarship recipients for 2024.
At BTC, we firmly believe that education serves as the catalyst for transformative change, opening doors to endless opportunities. By empowering our students to pursue their dreams, we are not only investing in their growth, but also in next generation of leaders of The Bahamas.”
The six scholarship recipients, who are currently in their first year of studies, will each receive $20,000 over the next four years to support tuition, housing, or any other educational expenses that they may incur while pursuing undergraduate studies in their desired field.
The six scholarship recipients were selected from schools in New Providence and the Family Islands. They include:
Carleah Culmer, a graduate of Central Eleuthera High School who is currently studying Finance at Nova Southeastern University with the intent of becoming a Financial Analyst.
Kareem Curtis, a graduate of Eight Mile Rock High School in Grand Bahama who is currently studying Manufacturing Engineering at Central State University with the intent of pursuing a career in Design Engineering.
Maneiqua Marshall, a graduate of St. Augustine’s College who is currently studying Biological Sciences at Virginia State University with the intent of becoming a Radiation Oncologist.
Deandra Paul, a C.V. Bethel Senior High School graduate who is currently studying dermatology at the College of Saint Benedict & Saint John’s University with the intent of becoming a Dermatologist.
Reynald Fleuridor, a Government High School graduate who is currently studying at Colorado State University with plans to specialize in Pediatrics.
Kerrine Simeon, a graduate of R. M Bailey Senior High School who is currently studying Biology & Chemistry at the University of The Bahamas with the intent of pursuing a career in Pediatric Neurosurgery.
Recipients are required to maintain a 3.0 GPA throughout the duration of the scholarship program.
“On behalf of BTC and our Board of Directors, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to each and every one of you”, Turnquest added. “Your perseverance has earned you this well-deserved recognition. At BTC, learning and education are deeply ingrained in our corporate social responsibility pillars. We firmly believe in nurturing talent and fostering an environment to thrive. Together, we can pave the way for a brighter future, where dreams become a reality.”
In addition to BTC’s scholarship program, the company has also led several learning and training initiatives to support the future development of youth.
This year, BTC has supported the Technical Cadet Training Program in partnership with the Ministry of Education. BTC has supported Junior Achievement for over forty years and has also made countless contributions to the Gentleman’s Club scholarship program and The Bahamas Primary School Student of the Year program. In previous years, BTC has also collaborated with the University of The Bahamas, providing a
$250,000 four-year scholarship program.
The company, in conjunction with its parent company, Liberty Latin America (LLA,) is in the second year of its “Graduate Program” attracting professional talent. Recent college students are hired as graduates and are mentored and supported by senior leaders at BTC and are placed in a fast-paced rotation program to learn insights into core business areas. This allows BTC to develop a strong bench of leaders, continuing to position itself as the company as the employer of choice in the telecoms market.
Since the launch of the Graduate Program, BTC has onboarded two college graduates in the persons of Nicholas Hudson and Kaneisha Johnson, who were both present at the scholarship announcement to show their support. Recent graduates interested in this program can find the details on our LLA LinkedIn page.
Source: Indera Collie/BTC
BTC Director of People, K. Darron Turnquest, addresses guests at BTC’s scholarship announcement on Monday at its Perpall Tract headquarters.
Kareem Curtis, a graduate of Eight Mile Rock High School in Grand Bahama who is currently studying Manufacturing Engineering at Central State University (center) is presented with a scholarship cheque. Seen from left to right are Drexel Woods (BTC); Minister of Youth, Sports & Culture, the Hon. Mario Bowleg; K. Darron Turnquest (BTC); Kareem Curtis; BTC Deputy Chairman Valentine Grimes; Minister of Education and Technical and Vocational Training, the Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin; Indira Collie (BTC); Keisha Edwards (BTC) and Delmaro Duncombe (BTC).
Reynald Fleuridor, a Government High School graduate who is currently studying at Colorado State University (center) is presented with a scholarship cheque. Seen from left to right are Drexel Woods (BTC); Minister of Youth, Sports & Culture, the Hon. Mario Bowleg; K. Darron Turnquest (BTC); Reynald Fleuridor; BTC Deputy Chairman Valentine Grimes; Minister of Education and Technical and Vocational Training, the Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin; Indira Collie (BTC); Keisha Edwards (BTC) and Delmaro Duncombe (BTC).
Kerrine Simeon, a graduate of R. M Bailey Senior High School who is currently studying Biology & Chemistry at the University of The Bahamas (center) is presented with a scholarship cheque. Seen from left to right are Drexel Woods (BTC); Minister of Youth, Sports & Culture, the Hon. Mario Bowleg; K. Darron Turnquest (BTC), Kerrine Simeon, BTC Deputy Chairman Valentine Grimes; Minister of Education and Technical and Vocational Training, the Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin; Indira Collie (BTC); Keisha Edwards (BTC) and Delmaro Duncombe (BTC).
Maneiqua Marshall, a graduate of St. Augustine’s College who is currently studying Biological Sciences at Virginia State University (center) is presented with a scholarship cheque. Seen from left to right are Drexel Woods (BTC); Minister of Youth, Sports & Culture, the Hon. Mario Bowleg; K. Darron Turnquest (BTC); Maneiqua Marshall; BTC Deputy Chairman Valentine Grimes; Minister of Education and Technical and Vocational Training, the Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin; Indira Collie (BTC); Keisha Edwards (BTC) and Delmaro Duncombe (BTC).
Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, the Hon. Mario Bowleg, delivers remarks at the BTC press conference to announce its second cohort of scholarship recipients.
Minister of Education and Technical and Vocational Training, the Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin addresses scholarship recipients.
Erlange St. Luc-Paul (center) accepts a scholarship cheque on behalf of her daughter, Deandra Paul, a C.V. Bethel Senior High School graduate who is currently studying dermatology at the College of Saint Benedict & Saint John’s University. Seen from left to right are Drexel Woods (BTC); Minister of Youth, Sports & Culture, the Hon. Mario Bowleg; K. Darron Turnquest (BTC); Erlange St. Luc-Paul; BTC Deputy Chairman Valentine Grimes; Minister of Education and Technical and Vocational Training, the Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin; Indira Collie (BTC); Keisha Edwards (BTC)and Delmaro Duncombe (BTC).
Carleah Culmer, a graduate of Central Eleuthera High School who is currently studying Finance at Nova Southeastern University (center) is presented with a scholarship cheque. Seen from left to right are Drexel Woods (BTC); Minister of Youth, Sports & Culture, the Hon. Mario Bowleg; K. Darron Turnquest (BTC); Carleah Culmer; BTC Deputy Chairman Valentine Grimes; Minister of Education and Technical and Vocational Training, the Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin; Indira Collie (BTC); Keisha Edwards (BTC)and Delmaro Duncombe (BTC).
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