The Ministry of Health is pleased to announce the 2024 Dr. Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship recipients. This prestigious scholarship, named in honor of the late Dr. Barbara Ball, the first Bermudian woman to practice medicine in Bermuda, supports Bermudians pursuing careers in public health.
The scholarship is awarded to Bermudian students who demonstrate academic excellence while pursuing careers or professional development in public health.
Candidates were assessed on academic achievement, financial need, public health need, and the quality of their application. 14 shortlisted candidates were interviewed and after a difficult selection process, 12 candidates were awarded between $6,000 to $9,000 each.
The 2024 recipients are:
- Ms. Asha Hoyte, studying Child and Educational Psychology at the University of East London, UK.
- Ms. Nia Dailey, studying Medicine at Queen Mary University of London Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry.
- Mrs. Tylasha Desilva, studying Social Work at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK.
- Ms. Elisha Bailey-Lewis, studying Medicine at St. George’s University, Grenada.
- Ms. Jordan Bascome, studying Medicine at the American University of Antigua (AUA) College of Medicine.
- Mr. Joshua Correia, studying Medicine at St. George’s, University, Grenada.
- Ms. Dy-Juan DeRoza, studying Public Health at the University of Toronto, Canada.
- Ms. Storm Gibbons, studying Medicine at St. George’s University, Grenada.
- Ms. Ronnelle James, studying Nursing at Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland.
- Ms. Harlee Purvey, studying Health Sciences at Western University, Canada.
- Ms. Veronica Swan-DeGraff, studying Medicine at St. George’s, University, Grenada.
- Ms. Tiontae Thomas Clarke, studying Nursing at Virginia Commonwealth University, USA.
“The Ministry of Health is proud to support these talented individuals as they pursue their education and careers in public health,” said Minister of Health Kim Wilson. “These outstanding individuals have demonstrated a commitment to public health and academic excellence.
“We are confident that they will make significant contributions to the health and well-being of our community. The Dr. Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship is a testament to Dr. Ball’s legacy of service and dedication to the people of Bermuda. The Ministry of Health is committed to continuing this legacy by supporting the next generation of public health leaders.”
About the Dr. Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship
The Dr. Barbara Ball Public Health Scholarship is awarded annually to Bermudians pursuing careers in public health. The scholarship covers tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.
About Dr. Barbara Ball
Dr. Barbara Ball was a pioneer in public health in Bermuda. She was the first Bermudian woman to practice medicine in Bermuda, and she dedicated her life to improving the health of the underprivileged. Dr. Ball was a tireless advocate for public health, and she made significant contributions to the field.
