Jerome Lawrence made the sister isle of Tobago very proud when he recently graduated with a bachelor's degree at the prestigious institution of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Lawrence has earned his BA in Aviation Maintenance Science with a concentration in flight and a minor in meteorology.
On December 15, 2014, Lawrence made history and T&T proud by being the first Trinbagonian chosen to read the valedictory speech at the graduation ceremony from among 510 graduates.
Lawrence has always held his head skyward from a young age and flying has forever been his passion. He attended Bishop's High School in Tobago where he attained nine O'Level passes and four A'Level passes.
This obviously set the foundation that he needed to propel him on the right path for success.
During his tenure at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Lawrence's involvements ranged from the Caribbean Students Association to the Aviation organisation. He also held presidency for many of these organisations. One of his most recognisable executive positions held was that of senior class council.
In 2014, he was the senior class president where he gave a motivational speech encouraging his fellow peers to achieve and pursue excellence.
He highlighted the three P's of life–Patience, Practice and Persistence–and reiterated the fact that unless one believes in oneself, no one will believe in you.
Lawrence has now moved on to Massachusetts where he will begin a four-month internship with Cape Air. Following that, he will take up a position at the maintenance department at the university.