President, Caribbean Maritime University (CMU), Professor Andrew Spencer’s life has been marked by a diverse range of experiences, that has shaped his approach to education and leadership. On National Heroes Day, October 21, Professor Spencer will be conferred with the Order of Distinction in the rank of Commander, for his contribution to the fields of tourism and education, at the...

In any other year, Rosalee Ann Marshall would have been a key part of the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) team charged with guiding and attending to the needs of media personnel and attendees at the annual National Honours and Awards ceremony. Known for her strong organisational skills, ability to adapt to and manage challenging conditions, and remain calm and composed...

Former Vice Principal of Academics at Montego Bay Community College (MBCC), Carol Dawn Walters, has been a transformative force in Jamaica’s hospitality and tourism sector, dedicating more than 40 years to its development. Her passion for the industry has become an integral part of her life’s journey, driving her to elevate hospitality training both locally and regionally. In recognition of...

Returning resident, Elaine Allen-Bradley, who worked as a nurse practitioner in England for 40 years, continues to contribute to the health sector in Jamaica. On National Heroes Day, October 21, Mrs. Allen-Bradley will be conferred with the Badge of Honour for Meritorious Service for her contribution in the field of health in Negril, Westmoreland, at the annual National Honours and...

Tamera Jarrett and her sister, Tia, are on a path to becoming lawyers thanks to the invaluable support of the José Martí Alumni Association New York Inc. (JMAANY) for enabling. The twins, who are studying law at the University of Technology (UTech), benefited from scholarships while attending the St. Catherine-based José Martí High School, which covered their tuition, books and...

Vice Chairman of the National Road Safety Council (NRSC), Dr. Lucien Jones, is reporting that vulnerable road users make up the majority of the 271 road fatalities that have been recorded since the start of the year. Vulnerable road users are defined as non-motorised road users, such as pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists and persons with disabilities or reduced mobility and orientation....

Children as young as five or six years should be introduced to badminton to get them to love the sport, says Jamaica’s badminton coach, Richard Wong. “At seven or eight, they are learning the basics, proper footwork, proper grips and strokes,” he explained, noting that players in China start training at age five. “Between eight and nine years, they should...

Many early-childhood educators across the island are now equipped to manage the learning environment of young children, observing the best practices established internationally to promote literacy. The teachers successfully completed a recent literacy intervention programme, dubbed ‘Read Right from the Start’, geared at delivering improved outcomes for children in the sector. The project resulted from a partnership involving United Way...

Sexual harassment investigative officer, Averie Allen March, is keenly aware of the awesome responsibility she has in ensuring justice and protection for persons facing sexual harassment in public and private sector entities. As one of 18 persons from the Bureau of Gender Affairs (BGA), who have been trained and certified to investigate reports of harassment, she will play a key...