TITUTE - bamsibahamas.edu.bs · Science Institute. These values guide our teaching, research, and outreach activities and support our Mission and Vision: Promoting academic excellence

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MISSION

To be the leader in providing first-class education, cutting-edge technology and

technical training in agriculture, marine sciences and related disciplines. We are

devoted to a nationwide mission of inspiring entrepreneurs and preparing stu-

dents for successful careers with a focus on environmental stewardship, leader-

ship, research and outreach.

VISION

BAMSI will cultivate, through an unwavering commitment to education, training and innovation, a dynamic

experiential learning environment for agricultural and marine sciences and related disciplines that is student-

focused, environmentally friendly, science-based, sustainable, technologically driven and services the needs of

The Bahamas.

CORE VALUES

The following core values and principles are embraced by faculty and staff of the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine

Science Institute. These values guide our teaching, research, and outreach activities and support our Mission and

Vision:

Promoting academic excellence

Facilitating knowledge transfer and critical thinking

Focusing on student needs and development

Fostering a community of leaders and entrepreneurs

Encouraging research and innovation

Ensuring integrity and ethics in our actions

Facilitating community engagement, partnership and outreach

Supporting environmental sustainability and stewardship

BAMSI Past , Present and Future The Academic Pillar of the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute opened its doors on September 29th, 2014, with 45 students from across the archipelago. It was mandated to pro-vide technical education and training in agriculture and marine sciences. During its inaugural commencement ceremony on July 7th, 2016, 23 students received certificates and Associate Degrees in Agriculture, Marine Science and Aquaponics. To date BAMSI has graduated over 60 students with Associate of Science Degrees. It has expanded its degree offerings to include seven (7) Associate of Science Degrees in Agriculture, Aquaponics, Agribusiness, Art and Environment, Business Management, Environmental Science and Marine Science. Three (3) Associate of Applied Science Degrees in General Agriculture, Agronomy and Animal Science. In 2019 the institute graduated it first student in Environmental Science.

As enshrined in the motto of the academic division, “Feeding Minds, Growing Greatness” The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute is poised to be the premier tertiary institution for Agriculture and Marine Science here in the country and beyond. In this our fifth Commencement exercises under the theme “Feeding the Future” we are proud to celebrate the 2020 graduating class.

Stemming from their academic accomplishments, some of the graduates have furthered their education in China, Canada and the United States while others have become entrepreneurs or agricultural officers.

In the wake of these successes, the Institute has unveiled many exciting initiatives including short professional and personal development courses and certificate programs. BAMSI has trained over 600 people across the archipelago through these competencies and proficiency-based courses. The future is endless as the institute continues to expand its degree and certificate offerings providing more online and distance education courses. The annual Summer Education and Enrichment Discovery Series (SEEDS) gives high school students the opportunity to explore opportunities in the various fields.

The Institute is mindful that its roots are in North Andros but covers the entire Bahamas. Its online courses and distance education connects learners throughout the islands.

BAMSI has memorandum of understanding with local as well as international universities. The Institute is registered with and our courses and programs are NAECOB approved. The future is bright for the institute as we continue to set trends in the area of science for the country. As we grow, we will introduce other much needed degrees in Forestry, Food Science and Nutrition, Veterinary Technology, Landscape and Horticulture, Farm Machinery and Mechanization and Crop Production to name a few.

MEMBERSHIPS

American Association of College Registrar’s and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), The Caribbean Council of Higher Education in Agriculture (CACHE), Caribbean Agriculture and Research Development Institute (CARDI), Association of Caribbean Tertiary Institutions (ACTI), Global Forum on Agricultural Research (GFAR), College Board (for SAT/ACT scores), Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Goshen College (GC), Central State

University (CSU), International Field Station (FORFAR)

STUDENT CLUBS, ORGANIZATIONS PARTNERSHIPS Circle K International, Bahamas National Trust Eco Warriors, BNT/Ministry of Tourism Birding Group, 4-H (Collegiate Chapter), YWCA– Young Women's Christian Association, GGYA Expedition, Art Club, Aquatics Club, Athletic Club, Glee

Congratulatory Message

from

Hon. Michael Pintard M.P. Minister of Agriculture & Marine Resources

As history retells the story of 2020, prominent among all the goings-on will be the record of your graduation, how you overcame the odds of online learning, social distancing and even having to don a mask to successfully complete your Associate’s Degree from the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute. I congratulate you on this outstanding accomplishment and for remaining steadfast as you finished your course with grace, focus and determination!

History will also recall, undoubtedly so, that 2020 was a phenomenal year for agriculture and its related sciences – aquaponics, hydroponics and aquaculture – and for the marine and fisheries industries. As the social and economic landscape changed due to forces beyond our control communities across The Bahamas, and the world also, turned their attention to food. We turned our attention to growing food in our backyards, to driving the sustainable production of produce at the commercial level, to instituting and implementing sustainable practices for harvesting fisheries so we could feed ourselves today while also leaving behind a wealthy yield for generations to come. These objectives were all brought forcibly to the forefront – creating opportunities, pathways, ventures for resourceful young men and women, like yourselves, equipped with training and an academic grounding which will allow them to navigate what is quickly becoming the new industry norm. This is what awaits you graduates, do not be afraid or reluctant to step into the swirling tide and grab hold of this occasion.

This is indeed an important moment for you and those who supported you. It is a moment of great pride and of awesome significance because as you step out from the sheltered confines of BAMSI, no longer students, but graduates, the world eagerly awaits your contribution. The executive director, faculty and staff of this evolving and maturing institute have poured their knowledge and years of experience into you, and they have supported you each step of the way of your journey, and now it is your responsibility to take all that they have given you and build on it.

So many opportunities await as you step out from BAMSI – whether to continue your studies to the bachelor’s degree level and beyond, to enter the workforce or begin an entrepreneurial venture – I encourage you to pursue your chosen path with passion, to be unafraid to explore those ideas that come in the middle of the night, to give it your very best effort because we are supporting you, rooting for you to win – to revolutionize our industries and transform them for the better. I look forward to seeing you flourish, seeing you take your place in our community, working to grow these sectors, and I wish you every success.

Congratulations and God bless you.


from

Hon. Jeffrey L. Lloyd, M.P. Minister of Education

It gives me great pleasure to congratulate the 2020 graduates of The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI), for pursuing and completing a course of study, which plays a critical role in preparing the people of The Bahamas for self sufficiency.

The events of the past year have further solidified your cohort as a class of significance. The need for our country to reduce its reliance on imports, and heighten the productivity of agricultural and fishery products, have become even more apparent, as our country navigates through the unprecedented challenges of COVID -19.

Graduates, your theme “Feeding the Future,” reflects the essential function a BAMSI alumna will perform. The specialties you would have studied are all vital to helping The Bahamas move one step closer toward a diversified econ-omy and, as a result, a stronger economic base.

The global pandemic has shown us the importance of further tapping into the agricultural and marine industries. Our BAMSI graduates are critical to us getting this done. We can look to these graduates for the development of quality Bahamian sourced commodities from the agriculture and fishery sectors. Our graduates have been trained in the use of the latest equipment and technology to expand their proficiency, and we believe The Bahamas will benefit from these achievements.

Parents, I commend you for your support and cooperation which has played a pivotal role in making this milestone possible. I also acknowledge our community stakeholders who have partnered with BAMSI to offer internships and practical training, which further assist in ensuring our graduates are workforce ready.

Graduates, as you conclude your chapter at BAMSI, I am told that many of you have opted to continue your studies, while some of you will be entering the workforce, whatever your route, I wish you the greatest success in all of your endeavors.


from

Mr. Carlton Bowleg Jr., M.P.Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Agriculture &

Marine Resources

Each of you along with your classmates, can celebrate this momentous occasion, with great gratification and pride. I am sure you realize that you did not get to this point without discipline, determination, drive and dedication. These elements were the fuel on your journey through school, but now through life.

Henry Peter Brougham once said, “Education makes a people easy to lead, but difficult to drive: easy to govern, but impossible to enslave.” Graduates, use the education gained as your compass to where you go next.

“Cultivators of the earth are the most vigorous, the most independent, the most virtuous, and they are tied to their country and its

liberty by the most lasting bands.” ~ Thomas Jefferson

As you reflect over your time spent at The Bahamas Agriculture & Marine Science Institute (BAMSI), be sure to thank the persons who helped you to get thus far; parents, guardians, family, friends, administrators, teachers, support staff, and classmates. It is imperative that you express your appreciation to each of them.

With your degree now in hand, and for others, your certificate, you have successfully completed another level of your educational journey, but this does not have to be the end to you pursuing further education or accomplishing new goals.

Once again, I say Congratulations, and I wish you well on your future endeavors. Remember, with God at the center, everything falls into alignment.

God Bless.


from

Mr. Stephen Turnquest President & Chairman

Bahamas Agriculture & Marine Science Institute

It is with great pride and satisfaction that I congratulate this 2020 class of BAMSI graduates. Graduates, today is the first day of the rest of your lives but you have the implements and by that I mean the intellectual, scientific, practical and managerial skills to make a difference in agriculture and marine knowledge to train others.

I am confident with this wisdom and training you all have received while studying here at BAMSI, should strengthen your resolve to continue with a passion and determination to succeed. BAMSI is a bludgeoning Institute which inevitably I am sure, will become the epicenter for agriculture and particularly marine science training in this hemisphere.

In addition, you have the opportunity to expose to the world the many species of marine life from our oceans, bays and wetlands. It is my hope and expectation that all of you graduates will emerge as beacons for the new age of marine and farming pioneers for self-sufficiency and develop innovative ways to plant and harvest sustenance for the nation.

As Malcolm X remarked: Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today.

You are all the pioneers and the pace setters of the future, embrace it with pride and continue to be proud, unselfish, imperious and dignified graduates of The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI). Form an alumni and remain active. God bless each of you.


from

Mr. Alaasis Braynen Chief Executive Officer


Congratulations to the graduating class of 2020.

As BAMSI College graduates you are joining a very elite alma mater because your training and experience are in high demand in The Bahamas. Some of you will be employed in the agriculture or marine industries which are now key sectors to diversify the economy of The Bahamas. It is also noted that you have worked extremely hard to achieve success, especially during the final term which was challenged by COVID - 19 Emergency conditions.

As students, you have been trained and equipped by well qualified and experienced lecturers and professionals in an environment which is very unique, compared to other programs in the Caribbean region. Your education included the academic schedule of sciences and you have applied that knowledge in the field. Also, your learning environment has taken place within the BAMSI organization which is responsible for building capacity, not just academically but also in research and extension services, for local producers.

Finally, you have been privileged to be taught in the Bahamas. Many of us have not had such an opportunity to be academically trained within the environment where one works. That experience in The Bahamas therefore provides you with incite and first hand knowledge on the environment where you will work. The whole academic and administrative teams along with the other staff at BAMSI have done and continues to do a tremendous work, in producing graduates of such a high caliber. Congratulations to you also. As we look forward with high expectation to the opening of the campus buildings in the near future that expectation is also shared for the future of the graduates of Class 2020.


from

Dr. Raveenia Roberts-Hanna Executive Director


Congratulations CLASS of 2020! I salute your achievements today!

On behalf of The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute, I wish to extend to you heartfelt congratulations on earning your degree. I am pleased to honor you and all of those who helped you reach this remarkable milestone, including your friends and family and our wonderful staff and faculty.

You are graduating in a time of global crisis as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are counting on you to lead us through a global change and feed the future. You can do it. Your time here would have prepared you for the world ahead. Our country is depending on you, as you represent our hope in the future and the success of the mission of the Institute. You are the next generation of leaders and your success in life will depend on your attitude, determination and belief in yourself. As you continue to advance in your pursuits, keep in mind the challenges others face—and strive, with your fellow graduates, to make a difference. I am confident that you will continue to be a leader of positive social change as you demonstrate a passion for learning that opens the door to a bright and exciting future. Many opportunities will present themselves, but only those prepared to seize those opportunities will experience the glory of success.

I hope you will take what you have learned at BAMSI and find your own path of service to the nation and to humanity. I look forward to seeing that path unfold in the years ahead, and we hope that you will renew your connections with this INSTITUTE and with other alumni.

Commencement is a time for celebration and recognition of a job well done. This is your moment. Please accept my best wishes for your continued success and for the journey that lies before you. Go BOARS!

God Bless!!

Order of Ceremony

MUSICAL PRELUDE

PROCESSIONAL

NATIONAL ANTHEM - Ms Tatyana Lockhart, 2020 Graduand

INVOCATION .…………………………………..……………………Apostle Elect Vincent Gaitor Sounds of Redemption Ministries Int’l and BAMSI Board Member

WELCOME REMARKS ………………………………………….……...Dr. Raveenia Roberts-Hanna Executive Director Bahamas Agriculture & Marine Science Institute

REMARKS ………………………………………….…...................…............ Mr. Stephen Turnquest Chairman, Bahamas Agriculture & Marine Science Institute

SPECIAL GREETINGS ……….……………….…..……….……...…… Mr. Carlton Bowleg Jr., M.P. Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture & Marine Resources

Member of Parliament for North Andros & The Berry Islands

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER . COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS …………………………………………...Hon. Michael Pintard M.P.

Minister of Agriculture & Marine Resources

PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES FOR CERTIFICATES & ASSOCIATE DEGREES PRESENTATION OF SPECIAL AWARDS

Ms. Sherese Cunningham, Registrar, Bahamas Agriculture & Marine Science Institute

CONFERRAL OF DEGREES Mr. Stephen Turnquest, Chairman, Bahamas Agriculture & Marine Science Institute

COMMENCEMENT CLASS SPEAKER …………………..….…...………...……. Mr. Aaron Francis Associate of Science, in Agriculture

ALMA MATER (School Song) …………………..…………........…………......Ms. Maleka Cleare Associate of Science, in Aquaculture

BENEDICTION …………………………………………………….……Apostle Elect Vincent Gaitor Sounds of Redemption Ministries Int’l and BAMSI Board Member

RECESSIONAL

Associate of

Science

Degrees

Agriculture

Aquaponics

Environmental Science

Marine Science

ACADEMIC HONOURS SYSTEM

***Distinction 3.51 - 4.00 **Credit 3.00 - 3.50 Pass 2.00 - 2.99

AQUACULTURE

Maleka Cleare

AGRICULTURE

Hubert Fernander Aaron Francis *** Jewelene Missick **

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Deisha Johnson LeeMarvin Johnson

MARINE SCIENCE

Eliana Burrows ** Tatyana Lockhart Denee Rankine ** Oscar Riley ** Angelique Rolle Desmond Theophilus Paul Whymns

In conjunction with

.Alabama State University, University of Florida, University of Georgia

Short

Certificate *

Agriculture

Auto Mechanics/Heavy

Equipment

Graphic Design &

Marketing

Ornamental & Turf

Management

Pesticide Safety &

Handling

Urban Pest Management

Workplace Health & Safety

AGRICULTURE

David Allen Arlene Newton

Dorlan Curtis Gwnedolyn Patram

Aschrica Gardiner Indira Rolle

George Martin Bekera Taylor

Darieo Martin

URBAN PEST MANAGEMENT

Raphael Adams Georgina Colebroke

Yasmin Johnson Beulah Laing

Monique Sweeting Doral Woods

ORNAMENTAL TURF MANAGEMENT

Barron Andrews Michael Cooper

Zhivargo King Julian Robinson Joewell Smith

PESTICIDE SAFETY & HANDLING

Raphael Adams David Adderley Kristen Adderley Barron Andrews Illisere Arisma Pauline Augustine Christina Bain Wilston Brown Eugene Butler Jordan Cartwright Lovan Chrisitie Codena Colebrooke Cordea Colebrooke Georgina Colebrooke Paulamae Colebrooke Michael Cooper Brian Dorsett

Caleb Evans Anves Ferguson Sheri Fountain Lynden Gaitor Dionsio Hepburn Rachell Hinsey Patricia Johnson Yasmin Johnson Zhivargo King Carlisa Knowles Rochelle LaFleur Buelah Laing Crystal Miller Tanaz Morley Darieo Moxey

Anslo Newton Jetlyn Newton Marina Newton Terrance Peet Tanya Phillips Tekio Piccstock Fredlin Quatorze Eric Roberts Julian Robinson Johnnie Rolle Joewell Smith Kirk Sweeting Monique Sweeting Norah Taylor Joan Telle

* COMPLETED DURING THE 2019 ACADEMIC YEAR

In conjunction with

Hocking College

GRAPHIC DESIGN & MARKETING

Lovan Christie Sherese Cunningham

Sheri Fountain Linda Gaitor

Charis McPhee Marva Miller

Marina Newton

AUTO MECHANIC/HEAVY EQUIPMENT

Sheri Fountain Jonathan Fowler Candice Roberts

WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY

Mia Avril Sharona Woodside-Barr

Diane Brown Sean Evans

Makesha Lewis Glenn Major Jamie Smith

VEGETABLE PESTICIDE

Short

Certificate *

Agriculture

Auto Mechanics/Heavy

Equipment

Graphic Design &

Marketing

Ornamental & Turf

Management

Pesticide Safety &

Handling

Urban Pest Management

Workplace Health & Safety

David Adderley Kristen Adderley Pauline Augustine Christina Bain Wilston Brown Eugene Butler Jordan Cartwright Lovan Chrisitie Codena Colebrooke Cordea Colebrooke Paulamae Colebrooke Brian Dorsett

Caleb Evans Anves Ferguson Sheri Fountain Lynden Gaitor Dionsio Hepburn Rachell Hinsey Patricia Johnson Carlisa Knowles Rochelle LaFleur Crystal Miller Tanaz Morley Darieo Moxey

Anslo Newton Jetlyn Newton Terrance Peet Tanya Phillips Tekio Pickstock Eric Roberts Kirk Sweeting Norah Taylor Joan Telle

* COMPLETED DURING THE 2019 ACADEMIC YEAR

Award for Excellence in Agriculture

Awarded to the Associate Degree graduate who

has the highest grade point average over 3.50

and demonstrated excellence in Agriculture

Awardee: Aaron Francis

Spirit of BAMSI Award


exemplifies leadership, high personal character

and who is involved in significant extracurricular

activities and/or community service and obtained

a minimum cumulative grade point average of

2.85

Awardee: Tatyana Lockhart

Best Student Research Project


has demonstrated outstanding research and

scholarly potential and who has produced and

presented the best student research project.


Valedictorian


has achieved the highest cumulative grad point

average of the graduating class.


Leadership Awards 4 H Club - Aaron Francis

Eco Warriors - Eliana Burrows

Glee - Tatyana Lockhart/ Maleka Cleare Athletics - LeeMarvin Johnson Circle K - Deisha Johnson

Aliv - Aaron Francis

BTC - Hubert Fernander Angelique Rolle

SONGS

Great is Thy faithfulness O God my Father

There is no shadow of turning with Thee Thou changest not

Thy compassions they fail not As Thou hast been Thou forever will be

CHORUS

Great is Thy faithfulness Great is Thy faithfulness

Morning by morning new mercies I see And all I have needed Thy hand hath

provided Great is Thy faithfulness

Lord unto me

Summer and winter, and springtime and harvest,

Sun, moon and stars in their courses above,

Join with all nature in manifold witness To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and

love.

Pardon for sin

And a peace that endureth Thine own dear presence to cheer

And to guide Strength for today

and bright hope for tomorrow Blessings all mine, with ten thousand

beside

CHORUS

GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS

The Bahamas Agriculture & Marine Science Institute

ALMA MATER


A Symbol of posterity Ensuring food security and sustainability

For our national economy. BAMSI, you have given us a start

BAMSI, from your halls we will depart To render service with dignity

BAMSI…..BAMSI…..

BAMSI, our Alma Mater, we will cherish you. Mr Edward Rolle

BOARD MEMBERS

Mr Stephen Turnquest - Chairman

Mr Olvin Rees - Deputy Chairman

Mr Donald Symonette - Board Secretary

Mr Bernard Adderley - Director

Mr Stephen Adderley - Director

Mr Shomekhan Cargil - Director

Mr Joel Lewis - Director

Mr Pericles Maillis - Director

Mr Douglas Turnquest - Director

SENIOR MANAGEMENT

Dr. Raveenia Hanna - Executive Director

Ms Sherese Cunningham - Registrar

Dr Vallierre Deleveaux - Director of Marine Science

Mr Glenn Major - Director of Student Affairs

ACADEMIC SUPPORT STAFF

Ms Liz Brace (Student Activities Coordinator)

Ms Kathryn Huyler (Counsellor)

Ms Jerinda Rahming (Admissions)

Mr Nicholas Richardson (IT)

FARM & CAMPUS

Mr Vincent Gaitor

Mr McKallan Stubbs

FACULTY

Ms Mia Avril

Mrs Diane Brown

Ms Deandra Deveaux

Ms Keva Fawkes

Ms Charis McPhee

Ms Gimmel Morley

Mr Said Ponda

Dr Ashton Stanley

Ms Diane Turnquest

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT STAFF

Mrs Lovan Christie

Mrs Johnique Nielly

Ms Brittney Taylor

TRANSPORTATION

Mr Roy Barr

Mr Granville Murphy

DINNING SERVICES

Mrs Valderine Woodside -

Head Chef

Ms Mary Burrows

Ms Gayle Munnings

Ms Daphanie Oliver

Ms Mary Rolle

Ms Melva Storr

FACILITIES &

MAINTENANCE

Mr Samuel Russell -

Facilities Manager

Mr Jamie Smith -

Assistant Facilities Manager

Mr Oscar Colebrooke

Mr Kelson Fowler

Ms Sunae Knolwes

Mr Urandel Lewis

Ms Deborah McKenzie

Mr Lemuel Rolle

Mr Nicholas Russell

Angelique Rolle

Congratulation Angelique on achieving your Associate’s of Science in Marine Science. Your journey was not an easy one, but you persevered. I am so proud of you and your accomplishments thus far. I know you will also do well in your pursuit to further your education. This is only chapter one and I will be looking forward to chapter two in the very near future. I pray God’s richest blessings and favour on your life. Maebell Grant Your grandmother

paul Whymns

Paul, I promised you that I would be there for your graduation, since not in person, in spirit. I am proud of your success. I knew you wouldn't disappoint me. BUT don't stop now; reach for the stars there's one with your name on it. Just JUMP high and grab it...Ma Brace Paul, I hope you will remember this quote by Ziad K. Abdelnour. "Life is like a camera. Focus on what's important. Capture the good times. Develop from the negatives. And if things don't work out, take another shot." Liz

Elianna Burrows

Words can’t express how proud I am of you that you’re doing what you love and you’re about to graduate from college from high school days when I met you all you talk about was the ocean and it’s environment and how yo would love to explore it and now that you can you’ve been more happy . I just want to say congratulations and to stay focus and to keep God first and you know that I’ll always be there when you need me - Your Friend Brandon

Jewelene Missick

To my beautiful sister, you are one of the bravest people I have ever met. Never afraid to try something new in order to be success-ful. Through your bravery you have made many sacrifices, missing family functions, birthdays and a lot of other events that I know you would have enjoyed. But through sacrifice and pain we become successful. So today you will receive your reward for all of the hardship that you may have endured and I know you will use the knowledge that you've gained to continue to succeed not just at farming but also in life itself. Congratulations my beautiful sister from your big brother Justin. I love you! Proud of your accomplishment Proud of your drive Proud of you entirely Your little sister Deborah Congratulations to my big sister and best sister in the world. Your little brother Emmanuel Life is not a problem to be solved, but an experience. Congratulations big sister the first of the 10 crackheads to graduate college. #proudlilsis Samantha When it comes to my sister Jewelene, she always sets her mind on greatness and strives to achieve her goals with determination and persistence. She's a very quiet but outspoken person and I am very proud of my sister. We have a college graduate in the family!!! Congratulations on your success, your big brother Kellen To a gem I call sister.! To a risk taker.! To a genuine, selfless lady. To an educated black woman!

I just want to congratulate you on one of your many accomplishments Jewelene I’m so proud you. I know this wasn’t easy for you but you pushed through! I told you not to let those sleepless and tearful nights become a weakness of distraction, but for you to use it as strength and you did just that and now you are here today to receive your degree. I wish you nothing but the best as you take this journey to building your career. I can truly say you deserve it congratulations baby sis I love you so much! Janequa Missick

Tatyana Lockhart

Congratulations Tatyana on a milestone reached! Continue to climb higher. From Deana & Alexander Williamson

Congratulations Tatyana. Continue to succeed with God's blessings! from Life Community Church Youth Group: The Pact

A mother's pray for her child/children is that God will protect and direct there path safely. I am proud and thankful to God for bring Tatyana M. Lockhart thus far and pray for her continued success in All of her future endeavors. Mommy loves you infinity no matter what happens. Remember to pray God's will and way in all you wish to accomplish. PEACE, JOY & most of all LOVE, from your #1 fan mommy Ms. Hadassah M. Rolle.

Congratulation to you for taking the big leap into Andros and accomplishing what you set out to do with great stride and determination. You have made your mom and the village so proud. Continue to embrace knowledge. The sky is the limit! Morissa Brown Congratulations on your graduation. Your hard work paid off. Follow your dreams.

Loads of love, Grandpa, Fiona, Aunty Alisa & Aunty Lesley.

Congratulations beautiful the skye is the limit..your doing beautiful young lady, your mother and your family are very very proud of you love you beautiful angel..keep up the good work Shelly Kemp

Congratulations to you on completing this journey of your life. Wish you all the success this life has to offer very proud of you lil cousin Tammy Buttler

Congratulations to a young lady that took to me and made me a part of her life. I am so very proud of you. Please continue to add to what you have done over the last years. This is only the start, the world is yours. Continue to strive for excellence as you go for-ward. Again, you have made me proud. May our good Lord bless this and all your future steps on the paths that you travel.

Sigmund J. Willis Sr.

We’ve known each other from preschool days and had a lot of moments together and I’m grateful for that and to know that you’re doing much better and graduating College is a huge step and especially if it’s something that you love doing . I’m really proud of you and I want you to continue doing well with your life and never lose focus and always put God first I Love You and yinno you can talk to me about anything - your childhood friend Brandon .... a.k.a Bdawg

Hubert fernander

TO OUR SON

It is with great excitement, a grateful heart and a joyful spirit that both me and your mom today celebrate you. As you begin a new chapter in your life with the successes of your hard work and dedication to your dream in the journey we congratulate you for all your achievements and encourage you that nothing is impossible if you trust God and stay focus on God.

So Hubert your future looks much brighter and more prosperous as you pursue your dreams. Go with God and the insurance of knowing both of us love you very much and believe in you. Just trust and put God first and you will be well.

Love Harry & Deborah Fernander

Daddy & Mommy Hubert you did it.

Head Office Island Trader’s Building East Bay Street P.O. Box SS-6254 Nassau, Bahamas Phone: 242-397-6580

Farm Office COOP Building Queen’s Highway North Andros, Bahamas Phone: 242-329-1104 242-329-1738

www.bamsibahamas.edu.bs

Eleuthera Palmetto Point Eleuthera, Bahamas Phone: 242-332-1066

BAMSI Institute BARTAD Building Queen’s Highway North Andros, Bahamas Phone: 242-329-1701-4

South Andros Tartex Plaza, High Rock South Andros, Bahamas Cell: 242-376-0843 Phone: 242-369-1480

Academic Apparel

Those participating in our procession today, are attired in the academic

apparel in keeping with custom at commencements of recognized

institutions of higher learning. Academic apparel has been tradition for

hundreds of years and is governed by a generally accepted code.

The Cap:

The mortarboard or beret is black. The tassel is worn on the right side

of the mortarboard until the degree, diploma and/or certificate is actually conferred;

then the tassel is worn on the left.

The Gown:

The gown is black. The Associate gowns are accented with stoles.

The Cord:

The gold cord is worn by candidates graduating with distinction.

The cumulative grade point average required for the award of

distinction is 3.51 - 4.00

The Mace:

The ceremonial mace is the symbol of scholar and integrity. It is used to lead the academic procession at the com-mencement exercises

Feeding Minds, Growing Greatness!

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