Basseterre, Aug 7 (Prensa Latina) Hollis Prentice, president of the Association of Cuban Graduates in Saint Kitts and Nevis, today highlighted the human impact of training in Cuba for the development of his country.
Prentice’s statement came at the Cuban Embassy during the ceremony awarding scholarships by the Cuban government to a group of young Vincentians to study at Cuban universities.
The fellows, who include future doctors, engineers, and a dentist, signed the code of ethics before the national symbols of both countries and the image of the late leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, who promoted the educational cooperation program that benefited thousands of young people around the world.
The Cuban ambassador to the island nation, David Rivero, congratulated the students and urged them to make the most of this opportunity, despite the challenges they may face.
“Beyond the economic difficulties, Cuba maintains its commitment to solidarity with its sister nations,” he stated.
For her part, Daveen Wilkin, chief of medical staff at St. Kitts and Nevis General Hospital and a graduate of an anesthesiology program in Cuba, suggested young people focus on their studies. “Take advantage of this gift; it will be the foundation of your future,” she said.
Another graduate, Erick Browne, an agricultural engineer, also expressed his gratitude to Cuba and encouraged the fellows to learn from both the academic excellence and the human values instilled in the Cuban educational system.
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