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Pele FC Alumni Corp. and University of Guyana ink historic Bursary Award agreement
– Five students to benefit from full scholarships
Kaieteur News – The Pele FC Alumni Corporation has taken its commitment toward the investment in the educational capacity of Guyanese youths to another level. The USA-based non-profit organisation inked a signed a Bursary Award agreement with the University of Guyana which offers five undergraduate scholarships for new students to study at UG.
University of Guyana Vice Chancellor, Professor Paloma Mohamed (seated left) and Pele FC Alumni Treasurer, Patrick ‘Labba’ Barton (seated right) is pictured with other UG and Pele FC Alumni members following the signing.
This commendable initiative is being done under the Philanthropy, Alumni, Civic Engagement (PACE).
Inking the historic deal on behalf of Pele FC Alumni corporation was Treasurer Patrick ‘Labba’ Barton in the presence of Chairman Denis Carrington and Executive Committee Member, Eric ‘Riggy’ Smith, whilst the University of Guyana was represented by Vice Chancellor, Professor Paloma Mohamed, and Ms. Travonna Azeez.
Also in attendance at the very significant meeting was Dr. Mark Kirton who played an essential role in making the initiative reality.
Discussions between the two entities before the signing.
Pele FC Alumni Corporation Chairman Carrington commented: “Our UG initiative was the next step in our long-range plans of going deeper in reinforcing to our young people the importance of having a solid education as they transition into the work environment.”
Treasurer Barton also added his voice: “There are countless reasons a student would have to apply for financial aid or receive gifted funding to attend university and no one should have their education limited due to a lack of household income.
These scholarships provide an opportunity for students to earn an education. Without assistance from an outside source such as Pele F C Alumni Corporation, students may have trouble paying for the degree they need to enter the workforce and become contributing members of society.
This scholarship package to the University of Guyana has achieved one of our key initiatives in terms of promoting education.”
Professor Mohamed expressed her and the University’s delight in an initiative that will further empower the students who would benefit from the scholarships, whilst also complimenting the organisation for its continued investment in the educational pursuits of Guyanese youths.
Following are the requirements
– Scholarship awardees would be required to maintain a Grade Point Average of at least 2.7 for each academic year and will be required to submit an official transcript to the Scholarship Committee at the end of each academic year.
– Each awardee will be required to attend an interview before the beginning of each new academic year.
– Applicants are required to send complete applications by email to [email protected]
The submission deadline is Monday 15th August 2022
The application process also includes the submission of the following:
1. A 500-word essay presenting the applicant’s long-term educational and professional goals and the special and unique qualities which make them a suitable candidate for the award
2. Two-character references
3. One passport-size digital photograph
4. Acceptance letter from the University of Guyana
5. Engagement and active participation in community-based activities
6. Demonstration of verifiable financial need
7. Presentation of an essay on a subject to be determined and
8. Proof of residence in Region Four
For more information, email [email protected] or call/Whatsapp (592) 623 3156.
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