Cayman Scholarship Directory Recipients Edition 2016

Scholarships Recipients Directory 2016

Scholarships Recipients Directory 2016
001
001 Introduction
002 EY: Celebrating 2016
EY recipients
003 Greenlight Re:
Looking forward to the
future
004 Mourant Ozannes: Q&A
with Adam Barrie
006 Butterfield: Presenting
scholar – Sean Whewell
008 CUC: Careers for Scholars
009 Preparations before
leaving home
012 Getting Started: How to
select a scholarship
014 PwC: “Our” Scholarship
Program
016 Ministry of Tourism:
Invitation to Caymanians
018 Ministry of Education:
Scholarship FAQ’s
020 Stefan Banks shares
his scholarly advice
Special thanks to: Mrs.Deirdre
Carmola, Manager, Scholarship
Secretariat, Ministry of Education,
Employment & Gender Affairs.
Heather-Ann Cahill of the Careers
Advisory Service. All of our advertisers
who have invested in the education of
students and participated in this magazine.
Thank you to each and every one of you
for your support.
The Cayman Scholarships Recipients
Directory is designed to showcase the
successes of the students of the Cayman
Islands. It is a tool to motivate and inspire
students at high school, university and
postgraduate levels to pursue their goals
and dreams, and learn from their peers.
Maybe most importantly, we want them
to understand what it takes to stand
out from the crowd; prove that they too
stand a chance of being a recipient if they
commit to working hard.
The scholarship recipients featured in this
directory, all have something in common-they have all earned their awards. Their
quest for educational excellence, ambition and sense of social responsibility, have been
the fundamental factors that have influenced the scholarship committees.
Each of our advertisers has shared with us the winning attributes of their recipients.
Wannabe scholars need to take note of the reasons why these recipients were chosen.
On page 13, parents need to check out the details regarding the new Fidelity Prepaid
Visa Card. Designed to relieve parents of the stress of wiring money overseas, they can
now pre-load the card with funds in advance and monitor their child’s expenditure.
This could prove to be a life saver for parents monitoring their kid’s expenses.
On page 20, the Cayman Islands Yellow Pages summer intern, Stefan Ebanks, reveals
his experiences as a recipient of numerous scholarships. Having personally worked
with Stefan during the summer months, I am impressed by his professionalism and
determination to succeed in life.
Thank you to the organisations that have supported this directory and continue to
invest in the further education of local students. By awarding these scholarships, they
lighten the financial burden on students and their families, which allows students to
focus on the most important aspect of college/university – learning.
For students keen to apply for a scholarship, look out for the Cayman Scholarships
Directory publishing in March 2017. This will highlight all of scholarships available in
Cayman plus advice and tips on making your application dazzle.
Lisa Beauchamp
Regional Product Development Sales Manager, Global Directories
Tel: (345) 814-1754
Email: lbeauchamp@globaldirectories.com
What it means
to them
Office location: “Woods Building”, 131 Dorcy Drive, George Town.
Mailing address: PO Box 688, Grand Cayman, KY1-1107,
Cayman Islands.
Tel: 345 949 7027
Web: www.globaldirectories.com
Front cover credit: Greenlight Re scholarship recipients, from left to right, Taneil Lee, Charles Lewinson
and Renee Marsh posed for our photographer, Tesla Oviedo.
This special directory is produced
and published by the Cayman Islands
Yellow Pages, a subsidiary of
MediaHouse. Printed by PCA, Miami.

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EY Announces Amanda Alexander
and Dylan Bostock as Winners
of 2016 Cayman Scholarships
About EY
EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory
services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build
trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies
the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to
deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing,
we play a critical role in building a better working world for our
people, for our clients and for our communities.
(from left to right) EY Cayman Scholarship recipients Dylan Bostock and
Amanda Alexander, with Mike Mannisto, EY
EY announced today that Amanda Alexander and Dylan
Bostock have been awarded this year’s EY Cayman
Scholarships, following a highly competitive application and
review process.
Amanda is a graduate of Cayman Prep High School and will
be attending Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida.
Dylan, a graduate of Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee,
formerly interned at EY and has been accepted at Furman
University in South Carolina.
The EY Scholarship is valued up to $30,000 a year for a
maximum of five years until the recipient has completed the
minimum educational requirements to qualify as a CPA.
The goal is to provide academically talented individuals the
opportunity to achieve their education goals and ultimately
build careers in the professional services industry.
Dan Scott, Managing Partner for EY in the Bahamas, Bermuda,
British Virgin Islands and Cayman Islands, commented:
“When we evaluated this year’s candidates, we looked for
individuals who embodied the EY culture of achievement, as
well as our commitment to building a better working world.
Amanda and Dylan have shown an ability to balance high
academic achievement and civic engagement, and we are proud
to honor them as this year’s recipients.”
The scholarship program focuses on those studying accounting
or another appropriate field who have demonstrated sustained
academic excellence. It includes an eight- to ten-week summer
internship to gain practical accounting experience, as well
an offer of full-time employment at EY upon completion of
studies.
EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or
more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited,
each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global
Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide
services to clients. Ernst & Young Ltd. in Bermuda, BVI and
the Cayman Islands, Ernst & Young in the Bahamas, and Ernst
& Young LLP in the US are client-serving member firms of
Ernst & Young Global Limited. For more information about our
organization, please visit www.ey.com.
EY is a leader in serving the global financial services marketplace
Nearly 35,000 EY financial services professionals around
the world provide integrated assurance, tax, transaction and
advisory services to our asset management, banking, capital
markets and insurance clients. In the Americas, EY is the only
public accounting organization with a separate business unit
dedicated to the financial services marketplace. Created in 2000,
the Americas Financial Services Office today includes more
than 4,000 professionals at member firms in over 50 locations
throughout the US, the Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda and
Latin America.
EY professionals in our financial services practices worldwide
align with key global industry groups, including EY’s Global
Asset Management Center, Global Banking & Capital
Markets Center, Global Insurance Center and Global Private
Equity Center, which act as hubs for sharing industryfocused
knowledge on current and emerging trends and
regulations in order to help our clients address key issues. Our
practitioners span many disciplines and provide a well-rounded
understanding of business issues and challenges, as well as
integrated services to our clients.
With a global presence and industry-focused advice, EY’s
financial services professionals provide high-quality assurance,
tax, transaction and advisory services, including operations,
process improvement, risk and technology, to financial services
companies worldwide.

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Looking forward
to the future
The Greenlight Re Scholarship Committee is delighted to
announce the recipients of the 2016 scholarships:
Renee Marsh, attending UCCI, is working on her Associate in
Business Administrator.
“By receiving funding from Greenlight Re, I will be more
financially stable and able to better provide for my daughter”.
Taneil Lee, attending UCCI, is studying for her Associates
in Science to be a physician. She has been a Greenlight Re
recipient since 2015.
“I am now able to further my studies and fulfill my hopes of
becoming a neo-natal surgeon, without the stress of being
burdened with loans”.
Scholarship recipients: (from left to right) Taneil Lee, Serena Whittaker,
Elizabeth Bowen (Greenlight Re Finance Operations), Renee Marsh and
Charles Lewinson.
The Greenlight Re Scholarship Programme is committed to
assisting students who wish to further their post high school
education in Cayman. The selection process is based upon
academic merit and the individual’s financial need.
Charles Lewinson, attending UCCI, is studying for his
Bachelors in Science. His goal is to be a Clinical Psychologist.
He has been a Greenlight Re recipient since 2015.
“I have a strong passion for science and medicine. I can see my
future because I am sponsored. This simply means everything
to me.”
Serena Whittaker is studying her Associates in Business at ICCI.
“I’m very grateful and appreciative to Greenlight Re. This
represents a new beginning for my future”.
Greenlight Re is proud of these scholarship recipients and
wishes them the very best for a successful academic year

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Adam Barrie Scholarship Questions 2016
Mourant Ozannes 2015 Scholarship Recipient, Adam Barrie.
How did you settle on Law as a career?
I developed an interest in pursuing a
career in law during the final years of
my undergraduate degree in politics.
Focusing on comparative politics
and international relations inspired
me to learn more about the practical
application of rules and regulations in
society.
How has the Chantal Whittaker
Scholarship Award helped you to
pursue your studies?
The Chantal Whittaker scholarship has
provided me with financial aid to cover
the costs of my legal tuition fees as well
as a living allowance during my time at
university. I am so grateful to Mourant
Ozannes for giving me the opportunity
to pursue my legal education. Knowing
that I have the support of the firm
continuously motivates me to push
myself academically and to work to my
best ability. It feels great to be part of a
firm that provides support such as this.
What are the expectations of you by the
Mourant Ozannes management team?
I am expected to maintain a 2:1 grade
average throughout my studies and to
work as an intern during the summer.
Having now completed my first two
years of studies, I’m being given
more challenging work and greater
responsibility that will help me to further
develop my legal knowledge.
You’ve just completed a 2-year Masters
Conversion Law Degree and are now
about to begin your Legal Practice
Course. What have you enjoyed the
most about your studies so far?
I enjoy having the opportunity to learn
from top legal academics who are
extremely passionate and interested
about the subjects they teach. The ability
to engage in debates through seminars
with professors and classmates motivates
me to be constantly engaged in the class
material.
Can you describe your experience as an
intern at Mourant Ozannes?
My experience as a Summer Intern at
Mourant Ozannes provided me with
a first hand view of what it is like to
work in a leading offshore law firm. I
was placed in the Corporate & Funds
department where I had the opportunity
to learn about the role that offshore
jurisdictions, such as Cayman, have as
international financial centres. Through
discussions with various colleagues I
grasped a valuable understanding of the
basic principles of formation, structuring,
and regulation of investment funds.
What plans do you have after the
completion of your LPC? Is there any
particular area of Law that you would
like to focus on?
In September 2017 I plan to begin my
Articled Clerkship at Mourant Ozannes.
I hope to subsequently qualify as a
Cayman Islands Attorney. I look forward
to gaining experience in other practice
areas, such as Insolvency & Restructuring
and Litigation services.
In your opinion, why do you think
Mourant Ozannes selected you to be a
scholarship recipient? What made you
stand out?
I think that from the beginning of
the internship I demonstrated to my
colleagues that I was very interested
and motivated to learn as much as I
could during the time I was at Mourant
Ozannes. Along with my experience at
the firm, my academic record and extracurricular
activities helped provide the
credentials that the firm wanted for a
successful scholarship candidate.
What advice do you have for students
who are considering applying for a
scholarship?
Focus on achieving a strong academic
performance. Aim to be as well rounded
as possible by participating in various
extracurricular activities and summer
jobs. The ability to demonstrate to an
interviewer that you’re truly interested
in the business operations of the firm,
and motivated to provide a positive
contribution to its growth, will make you
stand out as an applicant.

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Q&A with BUTTERFIELD Scholarship
RECIPIENT: Sean Whewell
receive so much in my life; a loving family and a great education
from primary school all the way until the end of high school. I
tell myself that I have no excuse not to try and give of my best,
because so many other young people my age don’t have the great
opportunities and support I have been given.
Winner of the 2016 Butterfield scholarship, Sean Whewell, shares
his insights with us and advice for potential scholars, on what it
takes to be a successful candidate:
Where and what are you currently studying?
I will be attending Durham University in the UK, studying marketing.
Aside from a degree, what do you hope to gain from your
college/university experience?
Apart from my academic life at university, I hope to make lifelong
friendships, and participate in several extracurricular activities
both within the university and also the wider community. In
particular, I am hoping to play football on the university team. I
believe that university life can offer students so much more beyond
academics, and that sometimes you can learn as much, if not more,
outside the classroom from the people around you. To that end,
I hope to learn more about myself, those around me, and those
invaluable life lessons that I’ll take with me after I graduate.
When will you graduate?
June 2020
Sean Whewell
What are your future career goals?
I’m not sure yet exactly what I want to do in the future. However,
I am interested in business and marketing, and in particular am
thinking of sports tourism marketing as a potential career.
You are obviously a talented student; what motivates you to be
a good learner and to put forth your best effort?
What motivates me is the simple fact that I’ve been so blessed to
What does it mean to be a Butterfield scholarship recipient?
It is a great privilege to have been chosen by Butterfield
as a Scholarship Recipient. It means, of course, a level of
achievement, but beyond that it means responsibility. A
responsibility towards those who chose me to give all of myself
in everything I do at university, to make the very most of the
funding I’ve been given, and to fulfill the faith Butterfield has
shown in me.
What are the expectations of you by the Butterfield
management team?
I´m conscious that I´ll be representing not only myself but
Butterfield and Cayman in everything that I do, so I´m expected
to give maximum effort at all times. Also, upon graduation, to
bring back the skills and experience that I have gained whilst
at university, to make a positive ongoing contribution to the
Caymanian community.
In your opinion, why do you think Butterfield selected you to
be their scholarship recipient 2016? What made you stand out?
I think you can never really know exactly what an individual
interviewer or an interview panel is looking for specifically, and
so you just have to be yourself. If you be yourself throughout
the process, then you’ll naturally stand out for who you are. Of
course, academic ability, leadership potential and also being
involved in extracurricular activities are all important as well, but
I’d say staying true to yourself is the most important thing.
What advice can you give to students applying for
scholarships?
To go for it if you qualify, give maximum effort every step of the
way, and most importantly just be yourself.
Interested in applying for the Butterfield
Undergraduate Scholarship? Like us
on Facebook and look out for more
information on our 2017 application
period at www.butterfieldgroup.com

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CUC Careers for Scholars
In its continued commitment to developing home-grown
talent, Caribbean Utilities Company, Ltd. (CUC) is pleased to
announce it has recently awarded scholarships to five young
Caymanians.
The recipients include Derricka Neysmith, who received
assistance for ‘A’ Level studies at Cayman Prep & High
School; Isaiah Robinson, who received assistance for his ‘A’
Level studies at St. Ignatius Catholic High School; Andrew
Greene, who is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical
Engineering at Pennsylvania State University in the United
States; Bianca Christian, who is completing an Associate’s
degree in Engineering Technology at the University College
of the Cayman Islands; and James Ebanks, who is working
to complete a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic
Engineering at the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom.
especially in technical areas. It provides an opportunity for
qualified Caymanians with high potential to pursue degrees in
engineering, computer science, accounting and other related
fields.
“We are delighted to offer assistance to the five young
Caymanians, especially to our first female engineering
scholarship recipient Bianca Christian, and our first engineering
student with a focus on renewable energy, Andrew Greene.
We are also very pleased to offer assistance to the two students
pursuing their ‘A’ Levels,” expressed CUC’s President and CEO
Richard Hew.
Currently, CUC has three scholarship recipients attending
university in the United Kingdom, the
United States and Canada.
CUC established its scholarship programme in 1989. The
programme is focussed on attracting top local talent,

Preparations before
LEAVING HOME
By Lisa Beauchamp
It’s time to finally spread your winds and fly the nest, pack your
bags and head overseas on a new adventure.
You’ve been awarded a scholarship that enables you to study
abroad, so now begins the next all-important step in your life.
Sounds exciting, but it vcan be daunting at the same time.
Suddenly the reality of being on your own for the first time,
no mum to cook your dinner and prepare your breakfast, no
sibling to argue with, is very real indeed.
It’s advisable to adopt the mindset of “these will be the best
years of my life” and consider all of the good times ahead, and
they will surely outweigh the bad times.
Putting aside the insecurities and anticipation, it’s best to be
prepared in advance to avoid disappointment and ensure a
smooth transition.
Here are some tips on how to be prepared:
Budget – first and foremost, you must know how much money
you have available to use for living expenses. Estimate how long
this will last. Learn to keep track of what you spend in order to
avoid running out. You may need to consider taking on a part
time job in order to cover all of your expenses.
Cooking – a poor diet will affect your performance in class as
well as your waistline. Avoid skipping meals and eating junk
food. Try to include fruit and vegetables in your daily eating
routine.
Cleaning – keeping your own personal living area clean is
important. Make time to vacuum and sanitize regularly.
Laundry – use the college/university laundry facilities, or the
services of a local Laundromat. Make sure you wash your
clothes regularly. Take your personal hygiene and cleanliness
seriously.
Adjusting to a roommate – this could be the first time that
you’ve shared a room or an apartment with another person
of your age. You need to adjust to their habits and learn to get
along. Be tolerant during this stage of adjustment. Who knows,
you may become life long friends.
Make it home – take some reminders of home with you –
photos and pictures. Avoid taking valuable keepsakes and
expensive jewellery with you.
Study routine – you must be self disciplined and self motivated
to establish a routine that allows you to concentrate and study
without interruptions. Be serious, if you are a scholarship
recipient, there are expectations of your performance and
grades.
Keeping in touch - there is no reason why you can’t
communicate on a regular basis with your parents, siblings and
friends back home. Make sure you allocate time each week to
touch base with your family and friends via social media, email
or phone.
It’s time to grow up and be responsible for your own personal
wellbeing and fend for yourself. You have the world at your feet;
spend the next few years exploring life. Enjoy!

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Getting started
how to select a scholarship
By Lisa Beauchamp
Depending on the institution/business/trust providing the scholarship, they can take
various forms. The scholarship can be aimed at high achievers with proven academic
abilities within their field. Or they can provide financial assistance to those students who
are in most need. Some scholarships take both merit and need into consideration.
Ask yourself the following questions before you start searching for a suitable
scholarship:
• What are my goals and ambitions?
• What do I love to do?
• What do I hope to accomplish with my life?
• In my current position, what options are available to me?
• Which colleges and universities offer the areas of study that will help me to achieve my
goals?
• What financial assistance do I need? (if any)
• Which scholarships are available at the educational institutions where I wish to study?
• Which scholarships am I eligible to apply for?
• Which company in the Cayman Islands offers me the best scholarship opportunity to
pursue my goals and dream career?
• How can I impress the companies who I apply to for a scholarship?
• What qualities and skills do I possess that will me stand out during the selection
process?
It’s crucial to ask yourself these questions and focus on your goals, opportunities,
completing the applications and most of all – your studies.
Wait until March 2017 and utilize the content in the Cayman Scholarships Directory to
seek out the scholarships available for 2017. Also, keep checking online at
www.caymanscholarships.com for up to date information about scholarships.

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MINISTRY OF TOURISM
SCHOLARSHIP
The Ministry of Tourism (MoT) invites Caymanians wishing to pursue a Bachelor
degree in a tourism or tourism-related discipline to apply, for the MoT Scholarship
Programme. Consideration will also be given for studies pursuing a Master’s degree
level.
One of the Ministry of Tourism’s primary goals is to attract skilled and enthusiastic
tourism professionals who can actively contribute to the future prosperity of the
tourism industry. The Ministry and Department of Tourism continues to work hard
to achieve this through the Scholarship Programme and through other initiatives
such as the School of Hospitality Studies based at the University College of the Cayman
Islands.
Since its inception in 1996, this annual scholarship has awarded over 200 students
full or partial scholarships. Many of these students have gone on to work full time the
tourism industry, and some of the “Ministry’s graduates” now hold senior positions
at the Department of Tourism and other tourism establishments.
Past MoT scholars have earned degrees from universities and colleges in the United
States, Canada, and the United Kingdom in disciplines such as:
· Marketing
· Hotel Management
· Travel Tourism
· Hospitality
· Visual Arts
· Public Relations and Communications
· Tourism and Environmental Management
2017 MoT Scholarship Application Deadline: Tuesday, 31 January 2017
For further information please contact Tunisia Barnes at the
Department of Tourism by telephone at 244-1252 or by email at
motscholarship@caymanislands.ky.

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Cayman Government Scholarships
Most frequently asked questions
the scholarship website at www.education.gov.ky/scholarships.
(Normal requirements are that an applicant must first complete at
least two years of local study).
Q. How do I apply for a local or overseas scholarship from the
Education Council?
A. You can apply for a local scholarship by going to the Scholarship
webpage at www.education.gov.ky/scholarships. The entire application
process in online and you will be required to complete an online
application together with other supporting documentation which
must be uploaded to the system. You should contact the Scholarship
Secretariat for guidance by email at: scholarships@gov.ky .
Q. What are the academic criteria required to qualify for an
Education Council Scholarship?
A. The criteria for the various local and overseas scholarships are
noted in each of the relevant application forms. Each
application form is available on our website at
www.education.gov.ky/scholarships
Q. What are the deadlines for submission of application forms?
A. The Overseas scholarship application period is
15th November – 31st January annually. The Local Scholarship
application period is 1st March – 30th April annually.
Q. Am I able to apply for a scholarship to pursue online studies?
A. Yes, Education Council Scholarships are available to pursue
online studies at the undergraduate level at ICCI and the UWI
Open Campus. Online study with an overseas institution is only
available at the post-graduate degree level or higher. (i.e. Masters
level or higher)
Q. Are scholarships available to pursue certificate programmes
at UCCI or technical/vocational programmes overseas?
A. Yes, there are TVET Educational Grants available from the
Education Council to pursue non-professional certificate
programmes at UCCI and some vocational/technical
programmes at overseas institutions. Some of the vocational
studies undertaken include automotive technology, electrical
technology, ship building, plumbing & construction technology,
paramedical, radiology and phlebotomy technology for
example. TVET grant forms can be found on our Scholarship
website (www.education.gov.ky/scholarships) and potential
candidates are encouraged to communicate with the
Secretariat about these opportunities (email: scholarships@gov.ky).
Q. Am I able to obtain an Education Council Scholarship to
attend an overseas institution immediately after I finish High
School?
A. There is provision for persons achieving the required high
school grades to attend an overseas institution immediately after
high school. These opportunities are noted on the
overseas and TVET grant application forms which are found on
Q. Does my acceptance at a local or overseas institution
guarantee the award of a scholarship?
A. No, the acceptance into a university locally or overseas, does not
guarantee the award of a scholarship. It forms part of the
requirements but other criteria must also be met including but not
limited to academics. If you are in doubt please contact the
Scholarship Secretariat by email at: scholarships@gov.ky.
Q. What do I have to do to maintain my local or overseas scholarship?
A. Both local and overseas undergraduate scholarship recipients
are required to achieve a semester GPA of 2.5 (US) / 2:2 (UK) or
higher during their first year of studies whether locally or overseas and
a semester GPA of 3.0 (US) / 2:1 (UK) or higher during subsequent
years of study. Post-graduate scholarship recipients are to achieve
a semester GPA of 3.0 (US) / 2:1 (UK) throughout their studies. A’
Level students are required to achieve grades C, C, D in 3 out of 4
AS subjects taken in the 1st year to continue funding into their 2nd
year of studies.
Q. Are scholarship opportunities available to persons who have
Special Education Needs and wish to pursue tertiary education?
A. There are provisions available to accommodate high school
graduates with Special Education Needs and applicants are
encouraged to communicate with the Secretariat about these
opportunities (email: scholarships@gov.ky ).
Q. Is career and tertiary education guidance provided if I am
unsure of the post-secondary opportunities available to me?
A. Yes, the Scholarship Secretariat does offer career and tertiary
education guidance to anyone needing assistance. Continued
support is offered to Education Council scholars during their
post-secondary and tertiary experience.
Q. Are local and overseas scholarship opportunities available to
mature candidates?
A. Yes, both local and overseas scholarship opportunities are
available to mature persons who are encouraged to contact the
Scholarship Secretariat by email: scholarships@gov.ky.
Q. What Can I do as an applicant to help the process run as
smoothly and quickly as possible?
A. You can ensure that you complete the application as directed,
that you provide all required documents including updated
information in a timely fashion during all aspects of the
scholarship from applying to maintaining.
For further information contact the Scholarship Secretariat by
telephone: 244-2482 or by email: scholarships@gov.ky

MINISTRY OF
EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT
& GENDER AFFAIRS
NATIONAL WORKFORCE
DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CAYMAN ISLANDS GOVERNMENT
MINISTRY OF
EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT
& GENDER AFFAIRS
Scholarship Opportunities
CAYMAN ISLANDS GOVERNMENT
for Qualified Caymanians
NATIONAL WORKFORCE
DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
LOCAL Scholarships
Application Period: 1st March – 30th April 2017
The local scholarship can facilitate a Fall 2017/Spring 2018 start date at UCCI, ICCI, Truman Bodden
Law School or A Levels, CAPE, BTEC Level 3, International Baccalaureate or Advanced Placement
Those Year 11 JGHS, CHHS and LSHS students wanting to pursue A Level, CAPE, BTEC Level 3,
International Baccalaureate or Advanced Placement studies ONLY beginning Fall 2017, must also
complete this application process.
OVERSEAS Scholarships
Application Period: 15th November 2016 – 31st January 2017
The overseas scholarship can facilitate a Fall 2016/Spring 2017 start date.
Scholarships are available to pursue overseas tertiary studies; TVET, Associate,
Bachelor, Master & PhD studies.
For both Local and Overseas Scholarships:
*NO applications can be made in advance or after the application periods stated.
Do not delay applications because grades or acceptance letters are not yet available.
Applications must be made online or they will not be accepted!
To apply and obtain application forms, criteria and required documentation visit:
www.education.gov.ky/scholarships.
Contact the Scholarship Secretariat at:
Phone: 244-2482 • Email: scholarships@gov.ky

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Life as a scholar
By Stefan Ebanks
Hi, there, I’m Stefan Ebanks, and I’m
proud to be the first ‘Ritz-Carlton ‘
scholarship recipient graduated from
Johnson and Wales University Magma
Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s in Culinary
Arts & Food Service Management. I
also graduated with a minor in Tour
Management and Nutrition, in 2014. I
have since gone on to pursue my Master’s
in International Tourism Management at
the University of Surrey. I’m anticipating
to graduate with distinction in September
2016.
I’d like to share my experience with
students and potential scholars to reveal
what can be achieved through hard work
and commitment.
Future Aspiration
My biggest aspiration is to become
a CEO of a hospitality company in
the NASDAQ 100. The tourism and
hospitality industry is one of the fastestgrowing
industries (Sharma et al., 2016),
offering a broad range of interesting areas
to work within. Having almost completed
my Master’s, I can now appreciate the
epistemological and social science
aspects of the industry.
Scholarships Awarded
As well as being the first recipient
of the Ritz-Carlton Scholarship in
2011, I have been blessed to have won
Ministry of Tourism, Caribbean Tourism
Organization (CTO), Educational
Council Overseas, and Johnson & Wales
Presidential Academic Scholarships over
his university journey of five years.
Internship at DOT
During my internship at the Cayman
Islands Department of Tourism (DOT)
from June til August 2015, the experience
allowed me to connect together practical
and ideologies taught to me at university.
This enabled me to see tourism as
an everyday activity that everyone
participates in, on a daily basis; rather
than a discrete activity associated with
the word “vacation.” The expectations
on me were demanding but extremely
rewarding. I was expected to play vital
roles on future initiatives commissioned
by departmental leads, which would
consist of activities such as - data
analysis, literature reviews, note taking in
meetings and focus groups, assisting in
writing sections of reports. In addition, I
gained an understanding of the direction
both the Ministry of Tourism and
Transport and Department of Tourism
wanted to take the country (i.e. cruise
tourism and pink tourism). Lastly, the
internship provided an opportunity
to interact with leading hospitality
and tourism industry partners; thus,
giving me a holistic appreciation for
the industries on macro-economic and
micro-economic aspects.
Culture Shock
“Culture; differentiate one societal group
from another by identification beliefs,
Stefan Ebanks
behaviours, language, traditions, Art,
fashion styles, food, religion, politics, and
economic systems”. Believe me, living
in foreign country can be difficult for
most! However, for me, I embraced the
kaleidoscope of experiences as a way to
discover who I am as an individual.
Budgeting
As a young man growing up, I always
knew the value of money. As such,
these principles have translated into
my everyday life. For first time overseas
scholars, budgeting can be daunting, so
here are some tips:
- Purchase second hand text books (they
can be half the price of new ones)
-Purchase student transportation passes
-Avoid impulse buying
-Buy food in bulk (if possible)
-Cook in bulk and freeze
-Look for student discount activities for
entertainment
Words of advice
To all scholars and young professionals -
Don’t sell an idea you love. Dare to explore
beyond this paradise we call home. Life is
all about people, so the relationships you
build will be a great asset.

Scholarships Recipients Directory 2016

Scholarships Recipients Directory 2016