By Simone Augustus, Corporate Communications Officer
The University of the Southern Caribbean’s (USC) Main Campus reverberated with pride and accomplishment as it hosted its Honors Convocation on Monday, March 25, 2024, at the USC Auditorium. The event, held under the theme “Resilience Rising: Celebrating Academic Excellence,” provided a platform to recognize the remarkable academic achievements of USC’s students.
The highlight of the Honors Convocation was the keynote address delivered by Professor Prakash Persad, PhD, President of the University of Trinidad and Tobago(UTT). Professor Persad’s insightful speech emphasized the importance of resilience and self-belief in overcoming challenges and achieving success. He underscored the significance of nurturing personal competencies and emotional intelligence alongside academic excellence, urging students to strive for multidimensional growth in their professional and personal lives.
Reflecting on the theme of resilience, Professor Persad remarked, “Resilience is demonstrative of the strength of the human spirit, allowing us to emerge stronger and victorious from adverse circumstances.” He emphasized the role of support systems, including family, mentors, and colleagues, in bolstering individual resilience and fostering a spirit of cooperation. Addressing the honored awardees, Professor Persad extended his congratulations and gratitude, acknowledging their dedication and perseverance.
The Convocation honored a total of 488 students for their outstanding academic achievements during the academic year 2022-2023. Among them, 445 students were recognized on the Dean’s List, while 43 students received distinction on the Provost’s List. These honorees represented USC’s diverse campuses and sites across the Caribbean region.
To qualify for the Dean’s List or Provost’s List, students demonstrated exceptional scholastic achievement, maintaining high-grade point averages and fulfilling rigorous academic requirements. The Provost’s List, in particular, highlighted students who attained a cumulative GPA of 3.74 – 3.99 and demonstrated exemplary academic performance over consecutive semesters.
The Dean’s List, on the other hand, celebrated students who maintained a minimum GPA of 3.50 for one semester, showcasing their commitment to academic excellence.
Honors Convocation 2024 served as a testament to USC’s unwavering dedication to fostering a culture of resilience, academic excellence, and personal growth. Looking ahead, the University of the Southern Caribbean remains steadfast in its mission to empower future leaders and scholars, equipping them with the skills and values necessary to thrive in an ever-changing world.
The Honors Convocation 2024 will be remembered as a celebration of resilience, academic excellence, and the collective achievements of the USC community, setting the stage for continued success and innovation in the years to come.
