News – Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology

Mr. Mark Hassell, Mr. Ian Drakes, and Ms. Arlene Ross signing the MOU.

October 15, 2024BywebadminBlog0

Celebrating 55 Years of Service and Community!

As Eric Hassell & Son Ltd marks 55 years, we are proud to invest in education and health initiatives that shape the future of Barbados. Last Friday, Chairman of the Board Mark Hassell signed an MOU with the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI),...

Dr. Glenda Gay and Mr. Terry Scantlebury presenting at the 16 SJP Memorial Lecture

September 27, 2024BywebadminBlog0

AI Experts Delve into Impact on Education and Workplace at Samuel Jackman Prescod Memorial Lecture

The 16th Samuel Jackman Prescod Memorial Lecture, held as part of the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology’s 55th-anniversary celebrations, featured an insightful presentation on the impact of generative AI on education and the workplace. The lecture, delivered by Dr. Glenda Gay and Mr. Terry...

Mr. Ian Drakes, Principal of the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI), and Sonia and Mark Corbin, Founders of the Markonia Foundation, sign a memorandum of understanding during a ceremony in the Media Resource Centre, marking an important collaboration in education and scholarship opportunities.

August 14, 2024BywebadminBlog0

Past Students Make Generous Commitment to SJPI: Mark and Sonia Corbin Establish Markonia Award

The Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) and the Markonia Foundation recently formalized their commitment to supporting the educational pursuits of SJPI students by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The ceremony, which took place on Tuesday, 13th, August, in the Media Resource Centre...

Santia Bradshaw, Ian Drakes, Sophia Greaves, Sandra Husbands

June 11, 2024BywebadminBlog0

Pinelands Creative Workshop and SJPI Unveil Revolutionary Education Access Initiative

Pineland Creative Workshop and Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) have announced a groundbreaking initiative aimed at revolutionizing access to education. The event was attended by the Honourable Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Works and Water Resources, and Parliamentary Representative for St....

Students from the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) Garment Technology Programme Unveil Spectacular Collections at "Majestic Illusions"

June 5, 2024BywebadminBlog0

Majestic Illusions: SJPI Garment Technology Students Unveil Spectacular Collections

Students from the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) Garment Technology Programme Unveil Spectacular Collections at “Majestic Illusions” The SJPI auditorium was filled with enchantment and creativity as the students of the Garment Technology faculty at SJPI, under the expert guidance of Instructor and...

Students from the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) were given a behind-the-scenes look at the operations of the Sandals Barbados Red Lane Spa, winner of the World Spa Award for Barbados’ best resort spa in 2019 and 2021.

May 29, 2024BywebadminBlog0

SJPI students tour award-winning Sandals spa

Students from the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) were given a behind-the-scenes look at the operations of the Sandals Barbados Red Lane Spa, winner of the World Spa Award for Barbados’ best resort spa in 2019 and 2021. The massage therapy students, who...

BAC’s Executive Director Lisa Gale and (left) and Administrative Officer Requell Griffith (right) interact with students of the Daryll Jordan Secondary School during the Council’s Open Day.

May 11, 2024BywebadminBlog0

BIMAP, SJPI soon to be accredited by BAC

Two entities are in the final stages of being added to the list of institutions accredited by the Barbados Accreditation Council (BAC), Executive Director Lisa Gale has disclosed. The Barbados Institute of Management and Productivity (BIMAP) and the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI)...

April 26, 2024BywebadminBlog0

Government Launches Education and Training Phase Of Project Dawn

The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment has launched the educational phase of Project Dawn at the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI), signifying the importance of empowering the island’s vulnerable youth. The launch was held on Monday, April 22, 2024, at the...

SJPI Principal Ian Drakes (left) and Managing Director of United Commercial Autoworks Limited Pedro Stanford shaking hands moments after signing the MOU.

March 27, 2024BywebadminBlog0

More engineers to be trained to deal with hybrid, electric vehicles

The Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) and United Commercial Autoworks Ltd (UCAL) are collaborating to improve training for the next generation of automotive engineers, particularly those who will be responsible for repairing and maintaining the island’s growing fleet of hybrid and electric vehicles....

February 22, 2024BywebadminBlog0

SJPI now accepting applications

The Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) is now accepting applications for the August 2024 intake. Aspiring students 16 years and older can choose from a pool of over 50 programmes in mechanical engineering, agriculture, business studies and more. Get the full list of...

Jadun Clarke and Richard Carter receive Ministers Maritime Award

February 1, 2024BywebadminBlog0

Former SJPI students win Minister’s Maritime Award

Two former Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) students, Richard Carter and Jadun Clarke have been awarded the Minister’s Award of Maritime Excellence for 2023. Minister of Tourism and International Transport Ian Gooding-Edghill congratulated and presented 20-year-old Clarke and 23-year-old Carter with awards for...

January 31, 2024BywebadminBlog0

SJPI principal says institute has come a long way

The nation’s main technical college has marked its 55th anniversary with its principal saying it has come a long way in its journey towards shaking off stereotypes and the perception of it as a simple trade school. During a commemorative church service and wreath-laying ceremony...

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