Beauty Trades Administrative Assistant, De'Sheika Coverley & Public Relations Assistant, Shantique Longley pose for a snap.

The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) has joined hearts and hands with the Sister Sister Breast Cancer Support Group in support of further awareness of the prevalence of breast cancer and early detection of the deadly disease.

On October 25th, the northern campus square was buzzing with staff, faculty and students wearing pink, and more importantly, making purchases during the bake sale of which all proceeds will be presented to the Sister Sister Breast Cancer Support Group.

With BTVI having assisted the group for the past five years, Dean of Student Services, Racquel Bethel is convinced that giving is a part of learning. She said BTVI’s Student Affairs’ team will continue to push for activities that motivate students to become more community-minded.

BTVI Chair of Academic Support, Cara Gibson & Dean of  Student Affairs, Racquel Bethel.

“A mandate of BTVI is to build good citizens. We want them to value giving back. It builds character and model citizens,” she said.

Ms. Bethel added how important it is for educators to venture beyond the four walls of the classroom.

“We have to connect students and society. We live in a community and hurricane Matthew reminded us that it’s not just about us. We have to think beyond ourselves and be our brother’s keeper,” she stated.

Pink treats ready to eat!

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By Hadassah Hall

Source: BTVI