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Dr. Wheatley to Receive Award in New York

By: , June 5, 2018

The Key Point:

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, will be honoured with the Jamaica College Old Boys’ Association of New York (JCOBA-NY) inaugural Technology Leadership Award this month.
Dr. Wheatley to Receive Award in New York
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Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley.

The Facts

  • The presentation will be made at the Association’s Annual Griffin Awards and Fundraiser at the SVA Theatre in Manhattan, New York, on Saturday, June 9.
  • President of JCOBA, New York chapter, Carl Bennett, told JIS News that the Award will be presented to Dr. Wheatley to recognise him for his stellar work in driving Jamaica’s transition into a world-class society through innovation in science, energy and technology.

The Full Story

Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, will be honoured with the Jamaica College Old Boys’ Association of New York (JCOBA-NY) inaugural Technology Leadership Award this month.

The presentation will be made at the Association’s Annual Griffin Awards and Fundraiser at the SVA Theatre in Manhattan, New York, on Saturday, June 9.

President of JCOBA, New York chapter, Carl Bennett, told JIS News that the Award will be presented to Dr. Wheatley to recognise him for his stellar work in driving Jamaica’s transition into a world-class society through innovation in science, energy and technology.

“This is perfectly aligned with the Association’s mission to enable innovation and technology competence through national workforce development to fuel Jamaica’s future growth,” he said.

Dr. Wheatley will deliver the keynote address at the event, which is being held under the patronage of Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks. The Ambassador will address the gathering, as will Consul General to New York, Trudy Deans.

The Association will also recognise and present awards to several persons, namely Dr. Robynne Chutkan and Vanessa Noel, who will receive the Woman of Distinction Award, while Clifton Patrick Simpson will receive the Jamaica Brand Ambassador Award; and four past students – Gary ‘Butch’ Hendrickson, Drs. William Foster, Paul Lindo and Dwight Williams – will receive the Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Mr. Bennett pointed out that the Griffin Award celebrates the achievements of Jamaicans and friends of Jamaica in the arts, sciences, business, politics and community service. He said it is a very special event for his Association, as it provides an opportunity to honour some of the most deserving members of the community for their tireless contributions in enhancing the lives of the citizens.

Proceeds from the fundraiser will help to support the science, technology, Engineering and mathematics (STEM) applications and spark innovation to advance workforce development in Jamaica.

The President added that the event gives them an opportunity to support the robotics project, which was introduced at Jamaica College in 2009.

The screening of Trevor Rhone’s iconic film, ‘Smile Orange’, will headline the entertainment package. Members of Mr. Rhone’s family will be in attendance to present the film.

Last Updated: June 5, 2018

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