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Scholarships are made available from various private and public entities across the island and the diaspora. We encourage our students to take advantage of the great benefit they can be afforded; especially those of our top students who need the financial support in order to complete their studies. Here are a few:

SAGICOR FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS – SAGICOR GROUP
Eligibility: Undergraduate students at any year
Value: J$300,000.00
Requirements:
• Must be a Jamaican citizen
• Must maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 20 hours of voluntary service annually.
• Be a client of any Sagicor Group Jamaica subsidiaries (Sagicor Life, Sagicor Bank, Sagicor Investments)
• Have a letter of acceptance to an undergraduate degree programme in Jamaica.
• Demonstrate high academic performance (GPA, CXC, CAPE, etc.)
• Show strong leadership traits and spirit of volunteerism and involvement (e.g. Membership in an
established youth club).
• Maintain full-time student status during the duration of the programme.
Application period: Opens in June of each year
Contact Details: Apply online at https://sagicorfoundationscholarships.com

CARRERAS JAMAICA LIMITED
Postgraduate Scholarships
Eligibility: Tenable at any recognized local university and can be applied to any field of study.
Value: J$1,800,000.00
Requiremements:
• Official transcript showong academic background (at least an Upper Second-Class degree).
• Statement of Purpose of Study.
• Résumé
• Birth Certificate or Driver’s License or Passport.
• Two Letters of References.
• Evidence of acceptance for postgraduate studies at a college/university.
• Statement of intention of candidate after course completion.
• Extra-curricular activities at university level.
Application Period: April 15 – May 31 each year
Instructions: Application form can be retrieved at www.carrerasltd.com. Completed application form along
with supporting documents should be submitted to carreras_scholarships@bat.com

CARRERAS JAMAICA LIMITED
Eligibility: Bursaries offered to Returning Undergraduate students
Value: $50,000.00
Requirements:
• Must be a Jamaican citizen.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Official transcript.
• Be in need for financial assistance.
• Must be an enrolled student in any of the institutions (UWI, UTECH, CMU, NCU, UCC, Hydel).
• Have at least a ‘B’ average (3.0 GPA) in the previous academic year.
Application Period: April 15 – May 31 each year
Instructions: Application form can be retrieved at www.carrerasltd.com. Completed application form along
with supporting documents should be submitted to carreras_scholarships@bat.com. Completed forms may
also be dropped off at the Legal and External Affairs Department, Carreras Limited, 13a Ripon Road,
Kingston 5.

CARRERAS JAMAICA LIMITED – CAREER

CARRERAS JAMAICA LIMITED – CAREERAS SEEK SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: Offered to students pursuing Liberal Arts, Humanities or the Sciences
Value: $1 million
Requirements:
• Must be a Jamaican citizen.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Official transcript.
• Be in need for financial assistance.
• Must be an enrolled student in any of the institutions (UWI, UTECH, CMU, NCU, UCC, Hydel).
• Have at least a ‘B’ average (3.0 GPA) in the previous academic year.
Application Open: April 15 – May 31 each year
Instructions: Application form can be retrieved at www.carrerasltd.com. Completed application form
along with supporting documents should be submitted to carreras_scholarships@bat.com. Completed
forms may also be dropped off at the Legal and External Affairs Department, Carreras Limited, 13a
Ripon Road, Kingston 5.

VM FUTURE PLAN “HEAD-START” SCHOLARSHIP – VICTORIA MUTUAL BUILDING SOCIETY
Eligibility: First Year Students
Value: J$130,000.00 (renewable over 3 year)
Requirements:
• Holder of an active VMBS Savings Account.
• Letter of Acceptance from where candidate will be pursuing studies.
• Letter of recommendation from the candidate’s school certifying enrollment stating grades and copy of
last two end of year reports.
Application Period: March – July each year
Contact Details: Visit the website at http://vm.foundation/projects/youth-empowerment/victoria-mutualscholarship/ for details on how to apply.

VM MASTER PLAN “HEAD-START” SCHOLARSHIP – VICTORIA MUTUAL BUILDING SOCIETY
Eligibility: Final year students of an undergraduate or graduate programme
Value: J$160,000.00 (one-time scholarship)
Requirements:
• Holder of an active VMBS Savings Account.
• Letter of Acceptance from where candidate will be pursuing studies.
• Letter of recommendation from the candidate’s school certifying enrollment stating grades and copy of
last two end of year reports.
Application Period: March – July each year
Contact Details: Visit the website at http://vm.foundation/projects/youth-empowerment/victoriamutual-scholarship/ for details on how to apply.

VM MASTER PLAN “HEAD-START” SCHOLARSHIP – VICTORIA MUTUAL BUILDING SOCIETY
Eligibility: Students who will be starting tertiary education and pursuing studies in the area of Science,
Technology, Engineering or Mathematics.
Value: J$300,000.00 (renewable)
Requirements:
• Holder of an active VMBS Savings Account.
• Letter of Acceptance from where candidate will be pursuing studies.
• Letter of recommendation from the candidate’s school certifying enrollment stating grades and copy of
last two end of year reports.
• Essay of 300-500 words on ‘Why I chose STEM’ (double-spaced/letter-size).
Application Period: March – July each year
Contact Details: Visit the website at http://vm.foundation/projects/youth-empowerment/victoriamutual-scholarship/ or call (876) 754-7000 for application details.

JMMB JOAN DUNCAN FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Eligibility: Final year students except those pursuing Engineering.
Value: Undetermined
Requirements:
• To have at least a ‘C’ average and shall be identified by their educational institution as individuals
who are finacially challenged.
• Letter of request for assistance. Please include email address and phone number.
• Letter from the Institution identifying students as being financially challenged.
• One-time disbursement, must apply annually.
• Most current school grades and exam results.
• Birth certificate.
Application period: April 1 – May 31 each year
Apply Online: www.joanduncanfoundation.org/scholarships-and-educational-grants

BETTING GAMING AND LOTTERIES TERTIARY EDUCATION GRANTS
Eligibility: First Year and Returning Students
Value: $50,000.00
Requirements:
• Be no older than 26 years as at September of the applying year.
• Comfirmed to attend, or currently attending an accredited local tertiary institution.
• Must have acquired acceptance to or be enrolled at for semester beginning September 2022.
• Provide two (2) References on the Referee Affidavit Form and submitted with the application in the
Referee’s own sealed envelope addressed to the BGLC.
Application open: May 1 to July 31 each year
Contact Details: Visit https://www.bglc.gov.jm/?g=Education_Grant for application details.

COURTS JAMAICA – DARE TO DREAM SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME
Eligibility: Students who excel academically, but on the basis of need and the relationship their parents
and/or guardians have with Courts Jamaica.
Value: $250,000.00 (one-time); $400,000.00 (duration of study)
Requirements:
• Applicants must be accepted or be registered study of any recognized tertiary institution in Jamaica.
• New students must have at least (5) CSEC subjects and a minimum of (4) CAPE units.
• Must maintain a 3.0 GPA or B+ average.
• Must be pursuing a first degree.
Application period: May-June each year
Contact Details: Apply online at www.shopcourts.com/jamaica/ja-scholarship-applications

JAMAICA FLOUR MILLS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
Eligibility: Students residing within the communities surrounding its plant located in Eastern Kingston.
Value: Undetermined
Requirements:
• Must be a full-time student.
• Currently residing in Kingston 2 community for a minimum of 5 years.
• Between the ages of 17 and 35 years old.
• Six (6) CXC General Proficiency subjects at Grade I or II, including English Language and Mathematics.
• Three (3) 2-Unit CAPE subjects at Grade I or II.
• Current university student must have a 3.0 GPA.
Completed application form along with one (1) passport size photograph, certified copies of CSEC/CAPE
certificates or University transcripts should be submitted to Secretary, Jamaica Flour Mills Foundation.
Application period: None specified
Contact Details: Apply online at https://assets.adm.com/Worldwide/Jamaica/JAMAICA-FLOUR-MILLSFOUNDATION-SCHOLARSHIP-APPLICATION-FORM.pdf

JAMALCO COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Tertiary level students residing in Jamalco’s operating areas in Clarendon
Value: Undetermined
Requirements:
• High academic performance/grades in school exams, CXC, CAPE, etc.
• Membership in an established youth club, involvement in service club, or voluntary community
service or school involvement
• Students must need financial assistance
• Students who are re-applying for a scholarship must submit certified copies of their transcript(s).
Applications period: March – May each year
Contact Details: Email - corporate.service@jamalco.com for details on how to apply

WEST KINGSTON POWER PARTNERS (WKPP) SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Full-time or part-time students residing within the communities surrounding its plant located
in Western Kingston.
Value: $250,000 (Tuition and related expenses)
Requirements:
• Must live in Western Kingston for a minimum of 5 years and currently reside in the Division.
• Must be 21 years or younger upon entry to the institution.
• Students are required to participate in at least 3 company outreach projects for the year.
• Part-time students must demonstrate exceptional circumstances that have prevented him/her from
full-time enrolment.
• Scholarship is provided for academic excellence and/or financial need.
Application period: None specified
Contact Details: Apply online at https://www.jamenergy.com/giving-back/

JAMAICA ENERGY PARTNERS (JEP) SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: Full-time or part-time students residing in the parish of St. Catherine where it operates.
Value: $250,000 (Tuition and related expenses)
Requirements:
• Must live in St. Catherine for a minimum of 5 years and currently reside in the Division.
• Must be 21 years or younger upon entry to the institution.
• Students are required to participate in at least 3 company outreach projects for the year.
• Part-time students must demonstrate exceptional circumstances that have prevented him/her from fulltime enrolment.
• Scholarship is provided for academic excellence and/or financial need.
Application period: None specified
Contact Details: Apply online at https://www.jamenergy.com/giving-back/

NATIONAL COMMERCIAL BANK (NCB) FOUNDATION
Eligibility: Tertiary level students pursuing non-traditional fields of study, including but not limited to,
Engineering and Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Value: Undetermined
Requirements:
• High academic performance/grades in school exams, CXC, CAPE, etc.
• Letter of Acceptance to an accredited undergraduate degree programme in Jamaica.
• Maintain full-time student status during the length of the programme.
• Must have demonstrated financial need.
Applications period: Closes May 31 each year
Contact Details: Submit applications to https://ncbscholarships.com/ . Applicants must first create an
account before applying for the scholarship.

JAMAICA PRIVATE POWER COMPANY
Eligibility: Full-time or part-time students residing within the communities surrounding its plant
located in Western Kingston.
Value: $250,000 (Tuition and related expenses)
Requirements:
• Must live in the community for a minimum of 5 years and currently reside in the Division.
• Must be 21 years or younger upon entry to the institution.
• Students are required to participate in at least 3 company outreach projects for the year.
• Part-time students must demonstrate exceptional circumstances that have prevented him/her from
full-time enrolment.
• Scholarship is provided for academic excellence and/or financial need.
Application period: None specified
Contact Details: Apply online at https://www.jamenergy.com/ or phowell@jppc1.com

FIRST HERITAGE CREDIT UNION RENALD MASON SCHOLARSHIP
Eligibility: University students entering 2nd to final year at any recognized tertiary institution.
Value: Undetermined
Requirements:
• Application must be a member or the child of a member of FHC Credit Union.
• Must demonstrate community volunteerism.
• Students are required to participate in at least 3 company outreach projects for the year.
• Two (2) written references must be submitted to verify applicant’s involvement in projects.
• Applicant must not be the recipient of any other current scholarships.
• Submission of transcript.
Application period: None specified
Contact Details: Apply at https://www.fhccu.com/78-scholarshipandawards

 

S.M.I.L.E FOUNDATION

Canadian and Jamaican Bursary Criteria and Conditions
Founded in 2011, S.M.I.L.E (single mothers inspiring leadership in education) is a registered
Canadian non-profit organization that helps low-income, single mothers improve their lives
through education in the greater Toronto area (GTA) and abroad by partnering with community
organizations.
Eligibility: Low-income single mothers in Jamaica and Canada pursuing post-secondary education, a
qualification upgrade, diploma or certificate course.
Value: Maximum of CAN$1,000.00
Contact Details: Access application form at https://www.thesmilefoundation.ca/bursaries-2/

MINISTRY OF LABOUR & SOCIAL SECURITY – PATH PROGRAMME BURSARIES
Eligibility: PATH beneficiaries accepted to or attending accredited tertiary institutions
Value: $100,000.00 (renewable)
Requirements:
• Letter of acceptance from the institution where the candidate is expected to continue his/her studies
from first year students.
• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 for 2nd to 4th year of study.
Application close: October 31 each year
Contact Details: Email – prunit@mlss.gov.jm or call (876) 922-8000-13 for details on how to apply.

M.O.E.Y.I – EDUCATIONAL GRANTS
Eligibility: Full-time enrolled in a tertiary institution.
Value: Maximum $299,999.00
Requirements:
• Must be a Jamaican national accepted to or registered in an undergraduate programme.
• Returning students must have a minimum GPA of 2.2 to be considered.
• Must not be benefiting from any other government funded tuition assistance programme.
Application period: April 1 – June 30 each year
Contact Details: Students are required to to complete the official application form at
https://moey.gov.jm/scholarships. Completed application form and supporting documents are to
be emailed by the deadline date to grants@moey.gov.jm

M.O.E.Y.I – JAMAICA VALUES AND ATTITUDES (JAMVAT) PROGRAMME
Eligibility: Full-time, first time undergraduate students who qualify for admission but are financially
challenged.
Value: 30% of Tuition (Tuition must not exceed $350,000).
Requirements:
• Must be a Jamaican national
• First time undergraduate student who is willing to serve
• Must be between the ages of 18-35 on or before December 31 within the year of application.
• Must be unemployed.
• Attending or accepted to a tertiary institution approved by the UCJ.
Application period: April 1 – May 31 each year
Contact Details: Email – jamvat@moey.gov.jm for details on how to apply.

Zoom Security

ZOOM SECURITY TIPS

 

Zoom is being widely used across the University for virtual meetings and for teaching during this period of disruption due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.  In recent weeks, a number of cases of intrusion into Zoom sessions have been reported. Zoom has many features to ensure privacy and security of meetings, but unless the security and privacy settings are in place for your meeting, your Zoom session will be vulnerable to malicious intrusions.

 

Here are some useful tips to ensure that your Zoom meetings are secure:

 

1.      Update to the latest version of the Zoom App. Apple Mac users should uninstall the Zoom App and install the latest version while Windows users should update to the latest version         from https://zoom.us/download

 

2.      Use the Password Protect feature to protect Zoom meetings and share the password only with the designated participants.

 

3.      Disable screen sharing for participants and allow only the meeting host can present

 

4.      Enable the "Waiting Room" feature so that you can see who is attempting to join the meeting before allowing them access.

 

5.      Disable “Join before host” feature.

 

6.      Enable Mute participant upon entry.

 

7.      Make sure that your Windows and/or MacOS updated to the latest version.

 

8.      Make sure that the Symantec Endpoint (antivirus) software is updated to the latest version.

 

Please see the links below for instructions on how to adjust your Zoom settings to secure your meetings:

 

-          Link to best practices: https://blog.zoom.us/wordpress/2020/03/27/best-practices-for-securing-your-virtual-classroom/

-          Practice safe use of Zoom: https://www.cnet.com/how-to/zoombombing-what-it-is-and-how-to-prevent-it-in-zoom-video-chat/

-          More information from the CEO of Zoom: https://blog.zoom.us/wordpress/2020/04/01/a-message-to-our-users/

-          6 Tips to Deter Zoom-bombers - in times of  disruption 
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o16M200ruwHCA3iBqg72yKo3vjxXCblmNGZeV38smUs/edit

 

 

Infrastructure Manager

Mona Information Technology Services

The University of the West Indies

Mona Campus

876-927-2148

 

 

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