Twenty-four Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) students from the T.A. Marryshow Community College (TAMCC) are the latest recipients of the National Ozone Unit’s (NOU) Scholarship Programme.
During a special ceremony held on Monday September 16 in commemoration of World Ozone Day, the entire first-year class of 16 students and 8 second-year students in the Associate Degree program were awarded their scholarship instruments. The scholarship package for first-year students includes uniforms and tool kits, essential for their practical training. Meanwhile, second-year students, upon obtaining a GPA of 3.0 and above, will have their graduation fees fully covered as part of their scholarship.
This year’s scholarship initiative marks the highest enrollment since the programme’s inception in 2010, reflecting a significant interest in HVAC studies. Additionally, it includes the largest number of female participants to date, with four first-year female students being awarded scholarships, a milestone that highlights the programme’s efforts to promote gender inclusion and diversity in technical fields.
In addition to the scholarships, TAMCC received state-of-the-art, cutting-edge equipment, valued at over $35, 000 EC Dollars to strengthen its HVAC technology program. Among the items handed over were recovery machines, vacuum pumps, leak detectors, ventilators, charging kits, and three R-290 training racks.
Abraham, principal of TAMCC, accepted the equipment on behalf of the institution saying, “ this is a testament to the public-private partnerships that TAMCC is dedicated to and this contribution directly impacts the local, regional and international standards of the College’s education.” Mr. Andrew, urged the recipients to take advantage of the opportunities presented to them as they enter a programme that is not only current but has employment, entrepreneurial and mobility potential.
TAMCC extends a heartfelt thank you to Mr. Leslie Smith and his team at the National Ozone Unit (NOU) as this contribution will significantly enhance the practical training and development of HVAC students produced by the College.