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Last Updated: Feb 13, 2017 - 1:45:37 AM |
BTC CEO Leon Williams and COB President Dr. Rodney Smith sign the Memorandum of Understanding for the new Innovation Lab
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Nassau, The Bahamas - As a gift to the nation in celebration of the country’s forty-third year of Independence, BTC has signed a $50,000 Memorandum of Understanding with The College of The Bahamas (COB) for a new Innovation Lab. The announcement, was made today at The College, during a ground breaking ceremony at the Harry C. Moore Library and Information Centre.
BTC CEO Leon Williams said, “We believe that it is of absolute importance that we continue to invest in the future of this country. This new innovation lab, will serve as a centre of excellence. As The College is on the cusp of University status, it is imperative that it has a state of the art, modern facility enabling the new generation of learners to thrive. Earlier this year, we hosted a Hackathon and we were encouraged by the level of coding talent displayed. Providing the technology and connectivity.”
The innovation lab is expected to harness the technological talent of the students. It will also provide tools and incentives for students to create software applications to be used in different organizational settings. As a part of the MOU, BTC will install the latest programming software, gaming technology, Promethean Interactive Whiteboard Systems and videoconferencing equipment. BTC will also provide wireless internet access throughout the Oakes Field Campus and host an annual Hackathon at The College.
$50,000 cheque presentation by BTC CEO Leon Williams to COB President, Dr. Rodney Smith.
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“BTC’s longstanding history of philanthropy continues to strengthen and enhance the soon to be University of The Bahamas. The signing of today’s MOU for the creation of the Innovation Lab is a major step towards providing students with access to the technology needed to become change agents in The Bahamas and internationally. We are very grateful for our continued partnership with BTC and for their commitment to education and national development,”said College of The Bahamas President Dr. Rodney D. Smith.
BTC has a longstanding relationship with The College of The Bahamas. In 2015, BTC opened a Franchise Store at Chapter One, The College’s Bookstore. BTC also has a four-year Scholarship Programme at COB which provides funding for ten students to pursue Bachelor degrees. The company also contributes to The College’s Endowment Fund. Annually, BTC works in conjunction with The College for its New Student Orientation Week.
Ceremonial ground breaking for the new Innovation Lab in the Harry C. Moore Library at the College of The Bahamas
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