Comment: I do understand the government's perspective in prudent economic management re reducing guarantee on funding students to UWI. I do hope that their decision followed a comprehensive analysis of the academic, extra-curricula and social gains students obtained when moving and studying in other countries.
I will suggest that this decision be a short-term one that ends when the fiscal position improves to a level that can accommodate funding students. I base my argument on the basis that the benefits of an overseas experience in studying are too numerous and profound for any nation existing in a highly interconnected world.
Nuff said! |