11 September – December 2021 | VOICES Bi-Monthly Magazine of the University of Technology, Jamaica University of T e c h n o l o g y , J a m a i c a celebrated the Graduating Class of 2021 in a virtual ceremony streamed live via the University’s YouTube channel on December 12, 2021. Over one thousand graduates who have qualified to receive terminal, master’s and undergraduate degrees, associate degrees, diplomas and certificates in a variety of disciplines were presented with their respective academic awards. Mr. Richard Powell, Pro-Chancellor, in his welcome, offered hearty congratulations to the Graduating Class, noting that their achievement “acknowledges and celebrates the culmination of all your years of learning, the friendships and lifelong connections made along the way, and the personal growth and development that you have gained.” As he wished them a smooth transition to the next phase of their journey, the Pro-Chancellor lauded graduates on their perseverance in overcoming the many obstacles of the past few years, and urged them to apply their skills and knowledge to build their communities and their country. He also expressed congratulations and gratitude to graduates’ families, sponsors, mentors, lectures and administrators who have supported them in countless ways throughout their academic journey. Professor Colin Gyles, Acting President, also lauded graduates for their hard work and years of investment resulting in their academic achievements. He invited graduates to “celebrate and savor your achievements, as you move forward to reap the rewards.” In expressing hope that the upheaval brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic will eventually end, the Acting President asserted “I am confident that your UTech, Jamaica academic certification has prepared you well to be positive agents of change and has equipped you well to contribute to rebuilding and strengthening of economies anywhere in the world your chosen careers and continuing journey take you.” He urged graduates to uphold the tradition of excellence laid out at the University, and to be “ambassadors of good values and attitudes that will preserve and develop our society.” Class of 2021 Celebrated in Virtual Graduation Ceremony Mr. Richard Powell, Pro-Chancellor Prof. Colin Gyles, Acting President The UTech, Jamaica Steel Band performs a riveting selection of “My Dream” by Nesbeth, arranged by Lorenzo Hall, during the virtual Graduation Ceremony.
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