The Tribune

By FAY SIMMONS

Tribune Education Reporter

jsimmons@tribunemedia.net

The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) held its 2024 commencement ceremony, ushering in new generation of professionals to the agricultural, environmental and marine sector.

Students graduated with Associate of Science degrees in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Environmental Science, Marine Science and Business Management.

The institution also awarded certificates for flats fishing certification, nature tour guide certification and trained guides.

Minister of Agriculture and Marine Sciences, Jomo Campbell said he was proud of the graduate’s dedication to learning and passion for advancing the agricultural and marine sciences industries.

He encouraged them to continue to cultivate innovation and sustainability as they embark on their journeys beyond the classroom.

Special awardees included Kyajah Davis who received the academic achievement award in Agriculture; Joel Bain, academic award in Agribusiness; Marilin Matelus, academic achievement award in Environmental Science; Kristin Wallace, award of excellence in Marine Science, best student research paper and Spirit of BAMSI award; and Edlicia Green, award of excellence in business and Valedictorian.