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Dr Arliene T. Penn hailed for remarkable story en route Doctorate of Philosophy

-Premier Andrew A. Fahie details Dr T. Penn’s challenges at achieving new academic milestone
Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) has shone the spotlight on VI’s newest Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy and Administration, Dr Arliene T. Penn for a remarkable journey at reaching her new milestone. Photo: Facebook
According to the Leader of Government Business, Dr T. Penn is a past athlete, pageant queen, calypso queen and currently an avid steelpan player. Photo: Facebook
According to the Leader of Government Business, Dr T. Penn is a past athlete, pageant queen, calypso queen and currently an avid steelpan player. Photo: Facebook
Premier Andrew A. Fahie also described Dr Arliene T. Penn as a hardworking professional within the Public Service serving as Director of Communications. Photo: Facebook
Premier Andrew A. Fahie also described Dr Arliene T. Penn as a hardworking professional within the Public Service serving as Director of Communications. Photo: Facebook
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) has shone the spotlight on VI’s newest Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy and Administration, Dr Arliene T. Penn for a remarkable journey at reaching her new milestone.

The Premier in a social media post published today, Saturday, December 26, 2020, said his salute of Dr T. Penn comes as part of a series of positive stories from the BVI community and beyond, that needs to be heard. 

Dr. T. Penn a former Athlete, Beauty & Calypso Queen 

According to the  Leader of Government Business, “Dr T. Penn who is a past athlete, pageant queen, calypso queen and currently an avid steelpan player is a hardworking professional within the Public Service. She is the Director of Communications and has also served in this capacity with three previous administrations. Additionally, she also served as the Executive Private Secretary to the Governor or Head of the Governor’s Office, Virgin Islands.” 

The Premier revealed that it was Dr T. Penn who introduced social media as a communications arsenal to the Government of the Virgin Islands, one that has now become a major platform used by the administration to communicate to the populace.

Hon Fahie revealed that Despite Hurricane Maria and Irma and the presence of COVID-19, Dr Penn maintained a 4.0 GPA on the road to the graduation.

Dr. T. Penn 'defied the odds' - Pemier Fahie 

“She has done excellent in her Doctoral programme satisfying the requirements prescribed by the Board of Directors of Walden University, Minneapolis, Minnesota, and is now a Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy and Administration.”

The Premier said he was indeed proud of Dr Penn as a Virgin Islander who defied the odds and burned the midnight oil balancing work, studies, church and home life.

“May GOD continue to bless Dr T. Penn as she makes her mark in this country and the in world,” he said.

21 Responses to “Dr Arliene T. Penn hailed for remarkable story en route Doctorate of Philosophy”

  • 1 (26/12/2020, 13:28) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    congratulations sister
  • 2 (26/12/2020, 14:19) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Great job Arliene!
  • from here (26/12/2020, 14:23) Like (7) Dislike (4) Reply
    Remarkable woman to have achieved all this, this is why we need to keep our local and from here people employed here.
  • one eye (26/12/2020, 15:01) Like (13) Dislike (2) Reply
    She born here clap clap clap clap
    • Admirer (27/12/2020, 02:01) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
      Yea, yea, yea, Nevisian bloodline also. Congratulations Arliene.
    • Hmm (28/12/2020, 13:48) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      But her parents ain't from here so according to most of you she from down de islands and that means they get the credit for her achievements
  • Mash One (26/12/2020, 16:36) Like (8) Dislike (1) Reply
    I have known this Lady for all her life and what she has accomplished definitely will make her Mother nose swell.However for all the young Ladies who know her should have her as their role model.Young Ladies reach for your dreams and NEVER give up until you reach your goals.Congrats.
  • Sister (26/12/2020, 17:45) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    I am so proud of you "Glama Girl" . You achieved your goal. God is indeed good. Blessings
  • musa (26/12/2020, 18:16) Like (8) Dislike (2) Reply
    I know this girl who become a professional lady and I encourage all girls to follow her leadership skills.
  • Outsider (26/12/2020, 18:19) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
    She should pass some knowledge on to her next of kin so that his department becomes more empowered!
  • Nice (26/12/2020, 18:33) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    CONGRATULATIONS
  • Citizen (26/12/2020, 18:57) Like (4) Dislike (1) Reply
    To God be the glory sister.
  • hog city (26/12/2020, 19:24) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    You go girl!
  • what we need is (27/12/2020, 00:47) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    ARLENE FOR THE 3RD DISTRICT NOT AARON OR THE OTHER ARLENE
    • Common Smith Bloodline (27/12/2020, 17:50) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
      Huge congratulations Dr. Arliene T. Penn! This is a special moment for the Smith family as you have joined the academic ranks of your cousin, Dr. Arlene Smith-Thompson, in achieving your doctorate. Let's just celebrate with the family instead of making it a political scorecard. Believe it on not, all three of them share a common set of great-grandparents! Happy holidays everyone and please stay safe! #bvilove
  • voter (27/12/2020, 06:47) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations!! Well done - My good and faithful servant..
  • soo (27/12/2020, 15:42) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulation Dr. Arliene T. Penn!
    If your cousin and principal was alive he would have been proud of you.
  • Youth (28/12/2020, 07:59) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    I congratulate Dr. T. Penn and we are proud of her but I also congratulate our Premier Hon. Fahie for consistently weekly recognizing the outstanding achievement of our V.I. people. This shows true leadership.
  • Mister Bernard (28/12/2020, 15:29) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations. So so proud of you. Great achievement.
    I can almost hear you saying MISTER BERNARD
    GO Dr Penn!
  • Cil (29/12/2020, 07:22) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congrats Mrs. Penn God bless you


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