3 October – December 2022 | VOICES Bi-Monthly Magazine of the University of Technology, Jamaica The University conferred Honorary Degrees on eminent Jamaicans, Mr. Alfrico Adams, distinguished engineer who received the Doctor of Technology, Honoris Causa and Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor-McKenzie, CD, esteemed medical officer and physician who was awarded the Doctor of Medicine, Honoris Causa. The Edward Seaga Award, which is presented to the student with the highest overall GPA in the graduating cohort, was awarded to First Class Honours graduate, Ms. Shanya Connell who earned the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Faculty of Engineering and Computing. The Award which is being presented for the fourth year in memory of former Prime Minister and Chancellor, The Most Honourable Edward Seaga, ON, PC is in acknowledgement of his outstanding national service and contributions to the University and to Jamaica. Cont’d from page 1...Graduating Class Urged to Pursue Lifelong Learning to Compete in the Global Economy Honorary Graduates High Achievers Edward Seaga Award UTech, Jamaica Chancellor Mr. Lloyd Carney (left) adjusts the tassels of Dr. Jacquiline Bisasor-McKenzie, CD, during her conferment of the Doctor of Medicine, Honoris Causa. First Class Honours graduate Shanya Connell, recipient of the Edward Seaga Award celebrates receipt of her prestigious academic award with Chancellor, Mr. Lloyd Carney (left) and Professor Colin Gyles, CD, Acting President. The Edward Seaga Award is presented annually to the student with the highest overall GPA in the graduating cohort. Engineer Alfrico Adams (right) prepares to sign the Register of Honorary Graduates following his conferment of the Doctor of Technology, Honoris Causa by Chancellor Mr. Lloyd Carney. Cont’d on page 4
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