Jamar Grant
Jamar Grant lives life by the sage advice found in James 2:26, which states, “Just as the body is dead without breath, so also faith is dead without good works”. As the first in his family to attend university, Mr. Grant attributes his accomplishments to his humble beginnings. Growing up in More-Rock
Sheffield, a deep rural community in Westmoreland, Mr. Grant’s upbringing taught him that, in a simple way, he can and will change the world. But although Mr. Grant prides simplicity as being one of his greatest assets, he has never felt limited in his pursuit of greatness and has lived a life that affirms the premise “success is not final”. He entered Godfrey Stewart High School in 2013 as a top Grade Six Achievement Test (GSAT) scholar, and left in 2018 with the coveted title of Head Boy. As a UWI, Mona student, Mr. Grant maintained his place on the Dean’s honour roll. In fact, his scholastic performance earned him The UWI Visa Card Scholarship, and the Claire Whyte Academic scholarship, which he held since high school. He also served as a WIGUT ambassador, having received The UWI MONA WIGUT bursary. Earlier this year, Mr. Grant was among a group of six students selected by the Caribbean School of Media and Communication (CARIMAC) to participate in a three-month internship at the FOX 5 Media Group and isareak in New York. This was a part of a pilot project organised by the US Consulate in New York, and the local Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade. During his time at the Mona Campus, not only did Mr. Grant continue to perform at an exceptional level in academics, he also excelled in service and leadership. He was a volunteer teacher for the Taylor Hall Mentorship Programme, working on weekends with children from volatile communities in the Township to improve their mastery in various subject areas. At his church – Sheffield New Testament Church of God – he currently serves as the director of The Royal Princes, training an all-male performing arts group to successfully pull off speech and drama items. Mr. Grant has since returned to his alma mater where he works as a literacy teacher. The 22-year-old aspiring speech language pathologist has a strong desire to work with children. This drive aligns with his belief that the outcomes of a society are dependent on how it treats its children.
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