The Tribune

The Charlotte Knowles Thompson Agency recently held its 3rd Annual College Fair, which took place over two days and attracted more than 1,600 participants from Nassau and the Family Islands.

The fair brought together students, parents, counselors and representatives from over 22 prestigious colleges and universities including BAMSI, from The United States and Canada, making it the largest turnout yet for the event. 

The event provided a unique platform for high school students and prospective college applicants to meet directly with admissions officers, gather valuable information about academic programmes, financial aid options, and campus life, and explore their future educational opportunities. 

Attendees expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to engage directly with college representatives and experts. Many left the fair with a clearer sense of direction and newfound motivation to pursue higher education.

Leonardo Lightbourne, MP North Andros and the Berry Islands partnered with Charlotte Knowles Thompson Agency for the past three years to provide students in North Andros and the Berry Islands transportation to participate in the event.

Ms Knowles- Thompson, along with representatives from various universities from the United States and Canada, also met with Pia T. Glover-Rolle, Minister of Labour and Public Service, to discuss vital workforce development initiatives following the college fair. 

The meeting provided an opportunity for engagement, allowing for a comprehensive discussion of current and future labor market trends in The Bahamas. Understanding these trends is crucial for educational institutions aiming to align their programs with the evolving needs of the labour market.