7TH ANNUAL POETRY CIRCLE
CFBC TO HOST 7th ANNUAL POETRY CIRCLE ON WORLD POETRY DAY— FRIDAY, 21st MARCH 2025
Basseterre, St. Kitts, 21st March 2025 (CFBC): The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC), the Federation’s only indigenous tertiary institution, will be celebrating and highlighting the work of local poets and joining in the observance of World Poetry Day for a seventh consecutive year, not only in recognition of its significance in the lives of residents of St. Kitts and Nevis, but also to further its flowering and endurance.
The CFBC will host its annual Poetry Circle on Friday, 21st March 2025, at the CFBC’s Main Campus at Burdon Street, Basseterre, in the Poinciana Conference Room at 5pm.
There are great expectations for this national linguistic and cultural event, which will feature notable poets in our Federation, some of whom are published—as well as CFBC students, faculty and staff, and alumni.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) first adopted 21st March as World Poetry Day in 1999 during its 30th General Conference in Paris with the aim of supporting linguistic diversity through poetic expression and increasing the opportunity for endangered languages to be heard.
The theme for World Poetry Day 2025 is “Poetry as a Bridge for Peace and Inclusion”. This theme highlights poetry’s transformative role in promoting peace, creativity, and inclusion by connecting people across borders and fostering mutual understanding and respect.
According to UNESCO “World Poetry Day is the occasion to honour poets, revive oral traditions of poetry recitals, promote the reading, writing and teaching of poetry, foster the convergence between poetry and other arts such as theatre, dance, music and painting, and raise the visibility of poetry in the media. As poetry continues to bring people together across continents, all are asked to join in.”
William Hazlitt said “Poetry is the universal language which the heart holds with nature and itself. It is the bridge that connects us, transcending borders and differences.”
Members of the public are invited to attend the poetry event.
For further information, please call 465-2856 Ext. 1112 or 662-8589.
Read MoreINTERNATIONAL DAY OF MATHEMATICS
CFBC TO HOST INAUGURAL PANEL DISCUSSION ON 14th MARCH,
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF MATHEMATICS,
THEMED “MATHEMATICS, ART AND CREATIVITY”
Basseterre, St. Kitts, 10th March 2025 (CFBC): The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) is set to host its inaugural International Day of Mathematics (IDM) Panel Discussion on Friday,14th March 2025, coinciding with the global observance.
The event will be held at the CFBC Main Campus, Burdon Street, Basseterre, in the Poinciana Conference Room at 5:30 pm. Students of Mathematics and the Arts are encouraged to join the discussion.
The International Day of Mathematics has been celebrated annually on 14th March since it was proclaimed at UNESCO’s 40th General Conference in November 2019. In many countries, 14th March (3/14) is already celebrated as Pi Day because π, one of the world’s most widely known mathematical constants can be rounded to 3.14.
In its proclamation, UNESCO noted that “Greater global awareness of mathematical sciences are vital to addressing challenges in areas such as artificial intelligence, climate change, energy and sustainable development, and to improving the quality of life in both the developed and the developing worlds.”
IDM highlights the importance of mathematics in various fields such as science, technology, and sustainable development. It also aims to inspire creativity and innovation through mathematical thinking.
This year’s IDM theme “Mathematics, Art and Creativity” highlights the deep connections between mathematical concepts and artistic expression. It celebrates the creativity inherent in both fields and how they can inspire and enhance each other. The theme also encourages exploring the aesthetic aspects of mathematics and recognizing its role in fostering innovation and creativity, while making mathematics more accessible and engaging by showcasing its relevance beyond traditional applications.
The panel will feature experts discussing various topics, such as the societal relevance of mathematics, its relationship with the built and natural environment, its role in performing and visual arts, innovative methods for teaching mathematics, and the intersection of mathematics and technology.
Each panelist brings extensive experience and expertise in mathematics from diverse fields such as education, architecture, computer science, art, and technology.
The distinguished lineup of panelists includes H.E. Dr. Ricardo Neil, CFBC Senior Lecturer in Information Technology, Chairman and Founder of the St. Kitts and Nevis Robotics Association and St. Kitts and Nevis’ Goodwill Ambassador for Science and Technology, Mr. Wycliffe Morton, CFBC Senior Lecturer in Architectural Design Technology, Architect and Vice President, Americas at Commonwealth Association of Architects, Mr. C. Ellsworth Diamond, CFBC Senior Lecturer in Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Integrated Mathematics, Technical Mathematics and Statistics, Ms. Lizca Bass, Art Teacher at Verchilds High School, Artist, Painter, Illustrator, Photographer, and Printmaker, and Mr. Enoete Inanga, CFBC Lecturer in Applied Mathematics, Pure Mathematics and Computer Science.
Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) is dedicated to fostering excellence in mathematics through innovative teaching methods, rigorous academic programmes, and a supportive learning environment. The college emphasises the importance of mathematics in various fields, encouraging students to explore its applications in science, technology, engineering, and the arts. CFBC’s commitment is reflected in its highly qualified faculty. By nurturing a passion for mathematics, CFBC aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in their academic and professional pursuits.
Read MoreCLOSURE OF CFBC’s CAMPUSES
PUBLIC NOTICE
CLOSURE OF CFBC’S CAMPUSES ON COMMENCEMENT DAY, TUESDAY, 25th FEBRUARY 2025
The Management and staff of the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) inform of the closure of the college’s campuses on Tuesday, 25th February 2025 to facilitate the Commencement Ceremony on that day.
The Commencement Ceremony will be held at the Pro Cathedral of St. George with St. Barnabas at 4:30 pm. Attendees are asked to be seated by 4:00 pm.
Read MoreHISTORY CLUB EXHIBITION
CFBC HISTORY CLUB TO HOST ANNUAL EXHIBITION AND SALE OF TRADITIONAL GOODS IN CELEBRATION OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Basseterre, St. Kitts, 21st February 2025 (CFBC): The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) History Club will host its annual Exhibition and Sale of Traditional Goods on Wednesday, 26th February 2025, at the college’s main campus on Burdon Street, Basseterre, in celebration of Black History Month.
The event will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the CFBC Common Room with historical exhibits and traditional local goods with tickets costing XCD 20.00. Local foods, including conkie and almond sugar cake, will be available for purchase.
Black History Month is an annual observance that celebrates the achievements, history, and contributions of Black individuals and communities in the month of February. The month is marked by various events, including educational programmes, cultural activities, and exhibitions, like the one being held by the CFBC History Club.
Read MoreWORLD POETRY DAY
CFBC TO HOST 7th ANNUAL POETRY CIRCLE ON WORLD POETRY DAY— FRIDAY, 21st MARCH 2025
Basseterre, St. Kitts, 21st February 2025 (CFBC): The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC), the Federation’s only indigenous tertiary institution, will be celebrating and highlighting the work of local poets and joining in the observance of World Poetry Day for a seventh consecutive year, not only in recognition of its significance in the lives of residents of St. Kitts and Nevis, but also to further its flowering and endurance.
The CFBC will host its annual Poetry Circle on Friday, 21st March 2025, at the CFBC’s Main Campus at Burdon Street, Basseterre, in the Poinciana Conference Room at 5pm.
There are great expectations for this national linguistic and cultural event, which will feature notable poets in our Federation, some of whom are published—as well as CFBC students, faculty and staff, and alumni.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) first adopted 21st March as World Poetry Day in 1999 during its 30th General Conference in Paris with the aim of supporting linguistic diversity through poetic expression and increasing the opportunity for endangered languages to be heard.
The theme for World Poetry Day 2025 is “Poetry as a Bridge for Peace and Inclusion”. This theme highlights poetry’s transformative role in promoting peace, creativity, and inclusion by connecting people across borders and fostering mutual understanding and respect.
According to UNESCO “World Poetry Day is the occasion to honour poets, revive oral traditions of poetry recitals, promote the reading, writing and teaching of poetry, foster the convergence between poetry and other arts such as theatre, dance, music and painting, and raise the visibility of poetry in the media. As poetry continues to bring people together across continents, all are asked to join in.”
William Hazlitt said “Poetry is the universal language which the heart holds with nature and itself. It is the bridge that connects us, transcending borders and differences.”
Members of the public are invited to attend the poetry event.
For further information, please call 465-2856 Ext. 1112 or 662-8589.
Read MoreREGISTRAR’S OFFICE CLOSURE
Public Notice: Closure of Office of the Registrar, CFBC
The Office of the Registrar at Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) informs the public and all stakeholders that it will be closed on Friday, 28th February 2025, to facilitate a compliance workshop.
Please note that this will not affect the normal operations of other CFBC departments.
The office will reopen for business as usual on Monday, 3rd March 2025. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Read MorePROCESSION ROUTE
PUBLIC NOTICE
ACADEMIC PROCESSION ROUTE FOR CFBC COMMENCEMENT DAY, TUESDAY, 25th FEBRUARY 2025
The traditional academic procession of the Board of Governors, President, Vice Presidents, Faculty and Graduates for the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College’s (CFBC) Commencement Day on Tuesday, 25th February 2025, will begin from Independence Square starting at 4:15 pm, led by the Marshall.
The procession route will follow along Central Street, then turn onto Church Street and proceed north to the Commencement Ceremony venue—the Pro Cathedral of St. George with St. Barnabas (formerly St. George’s Anglican Church).
Attendees are kindly asked to be seated in the cathedral by 4:00 pm.
Read MoreCOMMENCE REHEARSAL
PUBLIC NOTICE
All graduands taking part in the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College’s (CFBC) 36th Commencement Ceremony on Tuesday, 25th February 2025 are reminded of the rehearsal at the Pro Cathedral of St. George with St. Barnabas on Thursday, 20th February 2025 from 5:00 to 6:00 pm. Please be on time.
Read MoreKEYNOTE SPEAKER ARCHITECT KERISSA ROBERTS
For Immediate Release
ARCHITECT KERISSA ROBERTS, CFBC ALUMNA, IS KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT 36th CFBC COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY ON 25th FEBRUARY
Basseterre, St. Kitts, 14th February 2025 (CFBC): Ms. Kerissa Roberts, an outstanding alumna of the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC), is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at the tertiary institution’s 36th Commencement Ceremony at the Pro Cathedral of St. George with St. Barnabas on 25th February 2025.
Ms. Roberts is a highly esteemed professional with a deep passion for architecture, project management, and community development. With more than ten years of dedicated experience, she has effectively merged her technical skills and managerial expertise to make substantial contributions to her areas of specialization.
She earned her Associate of Science Degree in Architectural Design Technology in 2012. She continued her education at the University of the West Indies Open Campus, obtaining a Bachelor of Science Degree in Management Studies in 2018 and a Master of Science Degree in Project Management in 2021. She has also achieved several certifications, including ISO certifications as an Internal Controls Risk Analyst, Internal Controls Risk Architect, and Lead Implementer, as well as a certification in Advanced Supervisory Management. In February 2025, she attained her Project Management Professional certificate from the Project Management Institute.
In 2015, Ms. Roberts established KR Architectural Services, where she specializes in innovative residential, commercial, and open-space designs. She also launched Maxim—Maximum Impact Solutions SKN in 2024, focusing on project management, business logistics, and professional training.
As a dedicated advocate for community upliftment and social development, Ms. Roberts served in the St. Kitts National Youth Parliament Association from 2011 to 2021, holding key roles such as General Secretary and Treasurer. She has represented St. Kitts and Nevis at international forums, including the UNESCO Youth Forum in Paris and the Caribbean Youth Leaders’ Summit in Belize.
As the commencement speaker, she brings extensive knowledge, experience, and a vision for innovation and sustainability, aiming to empower future leaders and drive impactful projects for a brighter, sustainable future.
Read MoreTRADITIONAL ACADEMIC PROCESSION
For Immediate Release
CFBC COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY TO BE PRECEDED BY TRADITIONAL ACADEMIC PROCESSION ON FEBRUARY 25
Basseterre, St. Kitts, 11th February 2025 (CFBC): The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) Board of Governors, along with faculty, staff, students, government officials, dignitaries, and parents and guardians, are expected to gather to celebrate the Class of 2024 at the 36th CFBC Commencement Ceremony. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, 25th February 2025, at 4:30 p.m. at the Pro Cathedral of St. George with St. Barnabas (formerly St. George’s Anglican Church). The ceremony will be held under the patronage of Her Excellency Dame Marcella Liburd GCMG, JP, Governor-General of St. Kitts and Nevis. This year’s theme is “The CFBC: Cultivating Excellence for a Sustainable Future.” Attendees are requested to be seated by 4:00 p.m.
The highlight of the ceremony will be the presentation of certificates in various academic disciplines to the graduates of the Federation’s only indigenous tertiary institution. These students have eagerly anticipated this moment after dedicating themselves diligently to their studies.
The traditional Academic Procession with the President, Vice President, Faculty and Graduands, is planned to depart from Independence Square at 4:00 p.m. The procession will follow along Central Street, then turn onto Church Street and proceed north to the commencement venue.
The 2024 Class Representative is the TVET scholar from the Division of Technical and Vocational Education and Management Studies (TVEMS), which will be announced shortly. The keynote address will be delivered by Architect Ms. Kerissa Roberts, an Alumna of the CFBC (TVEMS).
The Class of 2024 comprises 281 graduates from the College’s five Divisions—134 from Technical and Vocational Education and Management Studies, 34 from Teacher Education, 14 from Health Sciences, five (5) from Adult and Continuing Education and 94 from Arts, Sciences and General Studies.
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