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Press Release
August 13, 2013
UB awards scholarships to 83 students
The students were
awarded the
scholarships at the
University of
Belize Scholarship
Award Ceremony
at the Jaguar
Auditorium,
Central Campus,
Belmopan on
August 9.
The awards to the
students were in
three categories:
Barton Fund, UB
Alumni
Association, and
Student-Athlete
Scholarships.
The Barton Scholarship fund provides full and partial scholarships to students
enrolled in University of Belize’s Associate and Bachelor Degree programs. A
total of 15 students were awarded this scholarship. Funding for this scholarship is
provided through annual support from one of the University of Belize’s
benefactors, Nick and Debbie Barton from the UK.
The University of Belize Alumni Association (UBAA) Scholarship is based on
financial need, academic excellence and other conditions set by the UBAA and the
Office of Student Affairs. This year’s recipient is Dyandra Marleney Williams a
student pursuing an Associate Degree in Tourism Studies. President of the UB
Alumni Association, Mr. Kerry Belisle, presented the scholarship to Ms. Williams.
The Student-Athlete Scholarship Program is funded by the University of Belize
and it has been in existence for the past eight years. The scholarship is catered for
students who excel in both academic and athletic skill. This year the University
awarded 67 student-athletes (male and female) that range from Basketball,
Football, Softball, Cycling and Canoeing.
Dean of Student of Affairs, Mr. William Neal presented the scholarships to the
students and congratulated them. The students also signed a contract where they
assumed responsibilities including good behaviour, good grades, and community
service.
Congratulations to all the awardees.
The University of Belize…Education Empowers A Nation!