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HLSCC alumna Latasiha A. Bennett gains Dean’s Award @ UVI

- as part of School's 2021 Academic Achievement Award for proficiency in nursing practices
Latasiha A. Bennett, an alumna of both the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) and H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) in the Virgin Islands (VI), has been awarded the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Dean’s Award for Clinical Practice Level 2, 3, as part of the school’s 2021 Academic Achievement Awards. Photo: Provided
Latasiha thanked her mum Rochelle C.M Weir, teachers for her support towards her becoming a nurse. Photo: Provided
Latasiha thanked her mum Rochelle C.M Weir, teachers for her support towards her becoming a nurse. Photo: Provided
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI - Latasiha A. Bennett, an alumna of both the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) and H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) in the Virgin Islands (VI), has been awarded the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Dean’s Award for Clinical Practice Level 2, 3, as part of the school’s 2021 Academic Achievement Awards.

Ms Bennett, speaking to Virgin Islands News Online (VINO), said she is proud of the achievement, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic also made studying and university challenging.

Challenging year with pandemic

“It was very challenging going from fact to face classes to just strictly online, it was very challenging… at one point it did take a toll on me, but with God’s help and with supportive people especially to my mom and teachers that were there… I managed to get through it,” she said.

Bennett, who is originally from Jamaica but had the majority of her schooling in the VI, said the award shows that she knows how to care for her patients with or without medications, as well as having a good understanding of the field.

Bennett said; however, that while she has big dreams of returning to the VI to help revolutionise the nursing field as a big gesture of thanks, the plan right now is to further her education and studies in midwifery.

“It is something that I am very passionate about since I was a little girl."

A need to help 

Bennett shared that she was convinced early that the medical profession is where she is meant to be.

“I want to help people because I know what it's like wanting someone to help you. I just think this is my calling, what I love. It is what I want to do so I’m going to pursue it,” she said.

Latasiha A. Bennett, who thanked her mum Rochelle C.M. Weir and teachers for their support, is scheduled to graduate from the University of the Virgin Islands in May 2022.

20 Responses to “HLSCC alumna Latasiha A. Bennett gains Dean’s Award @ UVI”

  • Mr. Mack (15/04/2021, 08:49) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    YES, YES!! Very well done, mama! We are all SO very proud of you. Continue to do your best
  • Sophie (15/04/2021, 09:11) Like (7) Dislike (1) Reply
    Beauty with brains great going keep being the eagle you are ment to be proud of you baby girl
  • ras (15/04/2021, 09:20) Like (8) Dislike (0) Reply
    Great going! Well done. We give thanks for all healthcare associates in these times.
  • Fan (15/04/2021, 10:19) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
    CONGRACTULATION!!!
  • mother (15/04/2021, 11:51) Like (14) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congrats my baby girl. I want you to know I am proud of you . First I must thank God for making me come into contact with lovely people who help me to care for you in many different ways. Thanks to the British Virgin Islands who open the door to us . Thanks to the Staff and Teachers at Elmore Stout High School and HLSCC . Mrs . S. Pemberton may your soul rest in peace thanks for the many encouragement you gave to her.
    • Natz (19/04/2021, 16:39) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      Congratulations little sis I am super proud of u .. and I want to say the sky is the limit and I am so so happy u r working towards your dream.. continue making ur mom proud.. love you tasiie
    • Proud mom (20/04/2021, 12:06) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      Congrats to you and your beautiful daughter mom, keep up the hard but fantastic work
  • Proud (15/04/2021, 12:26) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Omg congrats baby girl.. I know you from a little girl always by your mommy side.. to Rochelle girl I admire your strength as a single mom God is awesome!!!! Keep pushing love and your daughter as well!!! The sky is the limit hun.. love you guys!
    • mother (15/04/2021, 12:48) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
      Thank you very much. I tried my best with the support of my friends and God's help.
  • friend (15/04/2021, 13:49) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congrats Latasiha. I am so very proud of you. Continue to do well. I pray God's guidance and continued protection over your life
  • Grandmother (15/04/2021, 20:45) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    THIS IS AWESOME,CONGRATULATIONS BABY GIRL YOU HAVE MADE US ALL SO PROUD,KEEP REACHING MY DARLING THE SKY IS THE LIMIT ANYTHING THAT IS YOURS YOU WILL SURELY ACHIEVE,KEEP DOING YOUR BEST AND KEEP THE FOCUS.
    CONGRATULATION ALSO TO YOU ROCHELLE,KEEP ON ENCOURAGING HER.

    LOVE FROM GRANDMA YVONNE AND FAMILY❤
  • Richie (15/04/2021, 23:51) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    I am so happy for you for you Latashia and Rochell you did well as a single mom
  • Godmother (16/04/2021, 00:26) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    MAY THE LIGHT OF YOUR GLORY NEVER GO DIM .MAY THE WISDOM OF GOD REMAIN IN YOU AND MAY MIGHTY DOORS BE OPENED UP FOR YOU .CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ACHIEVEMENT LASTASIHA .AM SO PROUD OF YOU . LISA YOU HAVE BEEN DOING A WONDERFUL JOB FROM THE DAY TASI WAS BORN. WITH GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE
  • mother (16/04/2021, 05:49) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    Thank you so much mommy Yvonne
  • LilyAnn (16/04/2021, 08:05) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Next step is Doctor and your own practice !!!!! Niceeee !!!!
  • Collie boo (17/04/2021, 07:23) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    How you mean daughter and mommy and all who have been there as a support in all forms,i must say congratulations and may the Lord continue to shine his blessings upon you, may you be successful in all your endeavours ..keep smiling, keep shining!!
  • Sweet (20/04/2021, 14:22) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulation my dear. You deserve it all. To God be the glory.
  • nigel (26/07/2021, 00:45) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Congratulations to you Ms. Bennett you have done it and will keep on doing it. Hi ods blessings on you and your mom continually.


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