Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institution (BTVI) students Victorian Knowles, Dexter Laidley and Philip Curling are the most recent recipients of tuition assistance by the RBC Royal Bank which recently made a $10,000 donation to the institution.
The donation represented the third and final installment of a $30,000 RBC commitment to BTVI and provides tuition assistance to three deserving students.
Curling is pursuing an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Technology Management.
Laidley is studying towards a Certificate in Electrical Installation.
Knowles is enrolled in the Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology Management program.
"I was surprised to receive the call telling me that RBC had donated and as a result I was selected as a recipient," said Knowles. "I have always wanted to pursue a degree in IT since I was nine or 10 years old, and now with this assistance I am able to achieve a lifelong dream. My ultimate goal is to work as an x-ray technician and this training at BTVI will allow me to build on a very strong foundation."
Dr. Iva Dahl, manager/consultant at BTVI thanked RBC Royal Bank for its contribution.
"RBC is well-known for its philanthropy in The Bahamas. At BTVI we are elated to have again been selected as recipients of such a kind gesture," she said.
Dr. Dahl said the bank's donation proved that RBC was concerned about education in The Commonwealth of The Bahamas, and that they see the value in technical and vocational education.
"We are most appreciative for the donation that has assisted three more students to obtain tertiary education. We now have three additional dreams being realized as a result of this corporate sponsorship,"she said.
Nathaniel Beneby, RBC Royal Bank managing director The Bahamas, Cayman and Turks and Caicos Islands said the institution supports a wide range of initiatives that help young people realize their potential.
"Our contribution to BTVI allows us to expand educational opportunities for young Bahamians with the expectation that they will lead and inspire future generations," said Beneby. "I wish this group of young persons the best of luck and continued success as they pursue their academic and career goals."

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