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CS2AC Episode 6: An Interview with President of Dalhousie University’s Caribbean Connection About How She Manages Being A Chemistry Major on Scholarship with A Part-time Job

CS2AC Episode 6: An Interview with President of Dalhousie University’s Caribbean Connection About How She Manages Being A Chemistry Major on Scholarship with A Part-time Job

On this session of  the Caribbean Students to Atlantic Canada Podcast we talk with Beautisca King, a third year Chemistry major at Dalhousie University. 

She was born and raised in the Bahamas, where she attended C.R. Walker High School and then the College of the Bahamas (now University of the Bahamas). She is a recipient of the All Bahamas Merit Award from the Bahamas’ Ministry of Education.

 On top of a demanding degree, this future doctor is currently President of  Dal’s Caribbean Connection, a dancer, a dance instructor and works part-time at the university clinic. 

In this session you will learn:

  • How she chose Chemistry as her major and what courses she is taking now (2:19)
  • Why she took the SAT even though she didn’t need it for admission to Dalhousie (4:35)
  • How she feels the SAT helped her secure the All Bahamas Merit Scholarship (4:35)
  • How she learned that she needed to be 19 to set up a cellphone in Canada (6:30)
  • How she was still able to get a phone despite the age barrier 
  • How easy it was for her to set up a bank account (8:00)
  • How having a Canadian debit account and online banking helps her manage her day-to-day (paying rent, bills, receiving payment from work, etc) (8:58)
  • Why she chose to move off campus after her first year (9:57)
  • Why she said , “Kijiji for everything” (11:55)
  • How to get in touch with Dalhousie’s Caribbean Connection (13:08) 
  • Why she loves University of King’s College Dance Collective and how you can join(14:25)
  • How she found her part-time job at the university clinic (15:57)
  • What her current strategies are for balancing everything and tips for future students (18:08)
  •  Tips for surviving your first snow experience (20:20)

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Dalhousie Chemistry Department

Bahamas Ministry of Education’s All Merit Scholarship

Dalhousie Student Job Bank

Dalhousie’s Caribbean Connection : Email (dalcaricon@gmail.com), Facebook, Instagram

University of King’s College Dance Collective

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Rothesay Netherwood School in New Brunswick Helping Dominica After Hurricane Maria

 The Commonwealth of Dominica, is a beautiful Caribbean island with a population  of 70,000 plus . The 29 x 18 mile island nation was devastated by Hurricane Maria (a category 5 storm) back in September 2017.

We were fortunate enough to interview Samara Burton for our podcast. Samara , who was born and raised in Dominica, is currently a student at Dalhousie University and a former student of Rothesay Netherwood School.  Here’s what she had to say about the current state of Dominica :

"I think that Dominicans have been really making the effort to build back since then. The devastation was very widespread but I went home over Christmas break and even in December, just a few months later, I was amazed by the progress. They are well on their way to building back…better than ever. "

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15-year-old Heather Chisholm, a student at Rothesay Netherwood School (Samara’s Alma Mater) was inspired to act after learning about the devastation in Dominica. She and her classmates are currently in the process of figuring out how to build a school (out of shipping containers) that can be sent down to Dominica.

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Dalhousie University : Reverend Trevor Phillips Memorial Scholarship for Caribbean Students

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Dalhousie University 

Halifax, Nova Scotia,  Canada

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Awarded to students beginning their studies in any program directly from high school who are either Nova Scotia residents of Caribbean descent, or applying from the Caribbean.

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Deadline: March 15

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About this Award:

Revd. Trevor A. Phillips was born in Jamaica on March 5, 1941. He received his early education at Kingston College and Union Theological Seminary in Kingston. He was an Ordained Minister at Mount Zion United Church in Jamaica before migrating to Canada. From 1969-72 he continued his pastoral work in Prince Edward Island. Revd. Phillips moved to Nova Scotia and worked at St. Paul’s United Church in Halifax from 1973-1981, and then Sambro-Parkhill-Jollymore Pastoral Charge from 1981 until his passing in 2008. He obtained degrees at the University of Prince Edward Island (BSc), St. Mary’s University (MEd) and Dalhousie University (BEd 1975 & MA Education 1980) Science, Education, Educational Psychology, Counselling, Educational Administration and Supervision. During his career he was a teacher and guidance counsellor at several schools within the Halifax Regional School Board and a member of their Crisis Intervention Team. He was also a presenter at several national and provincial conferences delivering workshops on multi-culturalism, human rights, curriculum reform and discipline strategies. Revd. Phillips was a man of excellence with great passion for life. He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed badminton (at Dalplex with the “Silver Tigers” Table Tennis), cricket and jogging. His compassion and dedication to Christian Ministry, counselling within the community and caring for people in need was extensive and extraordinary. His amazing laughter and sense of humour brought joy to many lives. He was a legend in his time. On Eagles’ Wings is an autobiographical account of his life and faith. The Revd. Trevor Phillips Memorial Scholarship was established as a “living” memorial so that his name and his excellence will be remembered in a significant way.

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CS2AC Episode 5: A Dominican Student’s Journey from Canadian Boarding School to Studying Applied Computer Science at Dalhousie University

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CS2AC Episode 5: A Dominican Student’s Journey from Canadian Boarding School to Studying Applied Computer Science at Dalhousie University

On this session of the Caribbean Students to Atlantic Canada Podcast we talk with Samara Burton, a second year Applied Computer Science major at  Dalhousie University  in Nova Scotia. Born in Dominica, Samara attended Rothesay Netherwood School in New Brunswick before attending Dalhousie.  She tells us about her first coding experience, her current scholarship and so much more. Listen to the entire interview above.

In this session you will learn :

    • About the current state of Dominica after being hit by Hurricane Maria
    • Why Samara chose Dalhousie  after Rothesay Boarding School in New Brunswick
    • The difference between Computer Science and Applied Computer Science
    • About the courses that help make up a degree in Applied Computer Science
    • How Samara got her start in coding while in Dominica
    • What filling out her immigration paperwork was like
    • Why she recommends Caribbean students attend  international student orientation
    • Why students should utilize Dalhousie  webinars before you arrive
    • Why she moved off campus after first year and resources she used
    • About The Dalhousie scholarship she is on that is specifically for Caribbean students
    • Samara’s advice when it comes to applying for scholarships as a Caribbean student
    • Her upcoming co-op work term and Dalhousie’s co-op application process
    • What Samara’s first snow experience was like
    • Her tips for Caribbean students experiencing the snow

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Applied Computer Science Program 

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Agriculture at Dalhousie University for Caribbean Students

Have you ever considered a career in agriculture ? Then Dalhousie may be the right place for you. 

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"Our unique programs combine the core disciplines of agricultural sciences with business management and innovative technology. Here, you can study engineering, landscape architecture, international food business, aquaculture, and many more..."

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St. Thomas University : President’s International Scholarship

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Awarded annually to top-ranking international students entering first year.

Academic excellence is the sole selection criterion.

To be eligible for the renewable portion of the award, students must achieve a minimum annual average of 3.5 on a minimum of 30 credit hours.

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4 Engineering Programs That You May Want to Consider

If you are considering engineering as a profession you may already be familiar with civil, mechanical, electrical and chemical engineering. However, as we dived into this field of study, we came across some pretty interesting engineering disciplines that we wanted to bring to your attention. 

1. Ocean & Naval Architectural Engineering

Offered by Memorial University of Newfoundland this program involves some of the world’s biggest structures that just so happen to be off shore!

2. Geodesy & Geomatics Engineering

The University of New Brunswick’s GGE program uses your aptitude  for math and science in order to analyze data about the Earth’s surface. 

3. Mineral Resource Engineering

Managing available resources and figuring out how to extract them in a sustainable manner are all part of mineral resource engineering. Offered by Dalhousie University, the  details can be found here.   

4. Sustainable Design Engineering

At the University of Prince Edward Island, sustainable design engineers design solutions and/ or products that utilize resources in a way that does not compromise the environment or deplete materials. Find out more here. 

Universities in Atlantic Canada that provide engineering programs include:  University of New Brunswick, Dalhousie University,  Memorial University of Newfoundland , St. Francis Xavier University, and Acadia University . 

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Last week on the Caribbean Students to Atlantic Canada Podcast (CS2AC), we spoke to Andy. Andy, who is from the Bahamas, is a graduate of the University of New Brunswick’s computer engineering program.

Listen to what Andy has to say about his experience as a UNB Engineering student.

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3 Cool Things About Engineering Programs in Atlantic Canada

Do you have an interest in math and science? Have you ever thought about engineering as a career ?

Simply put, engineers are problem solvers. They design and produce products and systems that meets a specific need in their community.

This week on the Caribbean Students to Atlantic Canada Podcast (CS2AC), we spoke to Andy. Andy, who is from the Bahamas, is a graduate of the University of New Brunswick’s computer engineering program.

Listen to what Andy has to say about his experience as a UNB Engineering student.

As we continue to feature this great field of study, we thought it fitting to  list a few things that we like about the engineering programs throughout Canada’s East Coast.

1. Great Variety

That’s right! You may have heard about civil and chemical engineering, but have you heard about sustainable design engineering or geodesy & geomatics engineering? How about ocean & naval architectural engineering offered by Memorial University of Newfoundland?  Check out our post on Interesting Engineering Disciplines offered  by universities in Atlantic Canada.

2. You Get A Ring

But not just any ring! All Canadian trained engineers wear this symbol on the pinky finger of their working hand. It’s purpose is to act as constant reminder of   what it means to be an engineer and the ethical obligations that accompany the title. Read more on : ‘The Ritual of the Calling of an Engineer‘

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3. Co-op Programs

A co-operative education program allows a student the opportunity to apply what was learned in the classroom  to a professional setting.The benefits are numerous allowing pre-graduates to expand their knowledge, explore career options and establish contacts in their chosen industry.

Interested in an engineering program? Check to see if they offer a co-op option.

Universities providing engineering programs include:  University of New Brunswick, Dalhousie University and Memorial University of Newfoundland

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