Vol. 4 No.1 July - September 2018 King’s House Times www.kingshouse.gov.jm Blend of Experience and Youthful Ingenuity Will Sustain and Grow Agriculture – Governor– General Governor-General of Jamaica, vativeness of the youth and the His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir spirit of cooperation of the Patrick Allen, has hailed the play- more experienced players will ers in the agricultural sector as create an unstoppable force in well as the executive body of the the development. Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) for their continued efforts ―I am encouraged by in improving and renewing the the exploits of young farmers sector over the years. such as fifteen-year-old Mat- thew Thomas, livestock owner His Excellency was de- from Rhynsbury whose efforts livering the main address at the have yielded excellent rewards, th recently concluded, 66 staging and the creative young people Their Excellencies The Governor-General and the Most of the Denbigh Agricultural, In- from the Heart Trust who will Hon. Lady Allen (second and third left) interacting with dustrial and Food Show in May carry the baton into the future,‖ baby chicks during their tour of the Hi Pro booth at the noted Sir Patrick. Denbigh Agricultural, Industrial and Food Show in Claren- Pen, Clarendon on Sunday, Au- don on Sunday (August 5, 2018). Looking on are President gust 5. of Jamaica Agricultural Society, Mr. Norman Grant The Governor-General, Thomas‘ Brahman bull which (second right) and a Hi Pro Feed Representatives (left and who is patron for Denbigh, indi- weighs a total of 1,740 pounds right). cated that the sector has contin- copped the top prize in its cate- ued to make progress despite the gory at the show. levels of support from both public and private sec- many challenges and outlined that tors for locally produced goods, while the industry a successful marriage of the inno- His Excellency went on to urge ensures quality standards and required quantities to stakeholders to ensure greater maximize gains in the industry. Continued on page 2 Inside this issue: 2018 SOS Presenta- 3 Governor-General Encourages Revolutionary Training At The University of tion Ceremony Technology Independence Re- 4 ception Governor- General Sir Pat- General observed that in this nor-General commended rick Allen has challenged technological age, graduates UTech for being pioneers in CCJ President Swear- 4 ing– In the University of Technolo- have to be exposed to new providing tertiary training in gy (UTech) to continue rev- efficiencies in the way in science, technology, and Diplomatic Roll Call 5 olutionizing education for which persons communi- innovation. the Millennials whom the cate, provide services and Diary Highlights 6-8 University will have to train execute plans. st for the 21 century. Speaking on the IBI/Monroe College 9 Presenting UTech‘s theme, “Promoting Excel- 60th Anniversary Distin- lence to Enhance Develop- Tour 10 guished Lecture on Thurs- ment: Pioneering Past; Continued on page 2 day, July 12, The Governor- Bright Future”, The Gover- Governor-General of Jamaica ibelieve_initiative @GGSirPAllen I Believe Initiative @ibija King’s House Times Blend of Experience and Youthful Ingenuity Will Sustain and Grow Agriculture – Governor– General Outgoing President of the cover,‖ noted Senator been tremendously impact- JAS, Senator Norman Grant. ful to the economy, result- Grant, used the opportuni- The industry, he ing in savings of over ty to thank the members of added, is currently satisfy- $500M over the last 14 his team for their support ing merely a quarter of the years. and assured incoming local demand for produce President, Lenworth and noted that more needs The Show boasted over Fullton that a strong sup- to be done in the near fu- 100 booths showcasing a port structure is in place to ture to increase output in number of agricultural His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir assist him to effectively an effort to keep the reve- products and services Patrick Allen (left) and outgoing discharge his duties. nue within our local econ- ranging from plant prod- Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) omy. ucts and chemicals to President, Norman Grant (centre), ―Our achieve- Grant noted how- equipment and financial greet 15-year-old livestock farmer, ments over the years have ever the ‗Grow What We services. Matthew Thomas (right), at the Den- been many, but there is Eat, Eat What We Grow‖ bigh Agricultural, Industrial and still much ground left to campaign by the JAS has Continued from cover page Food Show in Clarendon on Sunday (August 5, 2018). Governor-General Encourages Revolutionary Training At The University of Technology Sir Patrick Allen pointed out that, ―The educa- more substantial ways to promote tion of the next generation must evaluate the higher standards. impact of new technologies on our lives to en- The Lecture is part of a “ Excellence is about sure improvements and new inventions support year-long series of events orga- our ethos.‖ nized by the University to celebrate personal growth, and its 60th anniversary. doing your collective Commenting on the need for excellence at the best with your talents, national, corporate and personal levels, Sir Pat- rick Allen emphasized the importance of the gifts, and abilities…“ core values of excellence and the value of edu- - Sir Patrick Allen cation as a basis for sustainable development. Utech 60th Distinguished Lecture ―Each person has an individual and collective responsibility to promote excellence that will impact development. Leaders in the field of education have an obligation to promote excel- lence to influence the consistent application of core values in their lives, engagements and pro- fessional practice,‖ he noted. Stressing the importance of the pursuit of excel- lence to enhance development, and ensure a His Excellency The Most Honourable Sir ‗bright future‘, The Governor-General said that Patrick Allen delivering the 60th Anniver- Jamaica had a history of achieving and promot- sary Distinguished Public Lecture at the ing excellence. He urged Utech to continue University of Technology Jamaica, Papine building on the foundation of good ethics and Campus on July 12,2018. technological excellence while identifying even Page 2 Continued from cover page Vol. 4 No.1 Twelve Students Awarded Scholarships And Grants Under I Believe Initiative: Summer of Service Programme (S0S Programme) Twelve tertiary students aged the awardees to con- studies at The University received over $5M in tinue to foster a culture of of the West Indies, Mona; scholarships and grants volunteerism as an avenue Stephanie Wright, North- yesterday at King‘s House for self-development and ern Caribbean University; as part of the Governor- national growth. ―Those Kerone Miller, The Mico General‘s SOS Programme who want to live meaning- University; Brittania Der- under the I Believe Initia- fully and well must help to by and Mellisa Edwards tive. enrich the lives of others. who will attend the Carib- The students who The fact is, none of us tru- bean Maritime University; Their Excellencies, the Most Hon. Sir are enrolled in institutions ly wins until we all win,‖ and Phillip Griffiths, Uni- Patrick Allen (10th left) and the Most such as the University of stated His Excellency. versity of Technology. Hon. Lady Allen (10th right), along the West Indies, Universi- He further encour- with recipients and sponsors of the ty of Technology, Caribbe- Summer of Service awards during the aged the youngsters to take The scholarships presentation ceremony at King‘s an Maritime University advantage of opportunities and grants were made House on Tuesday (August 21). and College of Agricul- that present themselves; available through sponsor- ture, Science and Educa- considering not only the ships from: NCB Founda- tion were awarded through possible financial gains but tion, Derrimon Trading the competition which rec- the wealth of experience to Company; Newport Fersan “ Those who want to ognizes students for out- be garnered. Jamaica Limited; the Em- live meaningfully and standing voluntary work The students who bassy of the People‘s Re- well must help to undertaken during the received awards during the public of China; Kingston enrich the lives of Summer holiday period. ceremony were: Ashera Bookshop; Caribbean Barron, Ashley Bernard, Maritime University; and others. The fact is, Speaking at the Samantha Forrester, James First Regional Co- none of us truly wins awards function, Governor Peart, Jastine Smith, Sa- operative Credit Union. until we all win.” -General, the Most Hon. mantha Webb, and Magali - Sir Patrick Allen Sir Patrick Allen encour- Williams who will pursue 2018 SOS Presentation Ceremony His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (centre) shares lens with scholarship recipients, Brittania Derby (left) and Melis- Her Excellency the Most Hon. sa Edwards (right) after the 2018 SOS Lady Allen and scholarship Competition Presentation Ceremony on recipient, Kerone Miller share August 21,2018. smiles at the 2018 SOS Presen- tation Ceremony on August 21, 2018. Page 3 King’s House Times Governor-General’s Independence 2018 Reception A Memorable Occasion The Governor-General‘s Jamaica 56 Independence Reception held at King‘s House, last evening, was well attended by Government Officials and members of the Diplo- matic Corps. The evening featured live mento band music, an art exhibition mounted by the Insti- His Excellency the Most Hon. tute of Jamaica as well as performances by Tivoli Dance Troupe, Nexxus Performing Sir Patrick Allen raises toast Arts Company, NDTC, Ana Strachan and recording artiste Richie Stephens. to Jamaica at the 56th Inde- For his part, the Governor-General commended the team that assisted in putting to- pendence reception on gether what he described as national celebration of the island‘s achievements, culture, August 2 ,2018 heritage and people. ―When I receive Diplomats on their farewell call and I would ask, what is it that im- pressed you most about Jamaica, that leaves a memory with you? Invariably they will respond, it‘s the warmth and hospitality of the people,‖ His excellency commented.