Ms Roshima G. Roberts, graduated with a Master’s of Science Degree in Aviation Safety at in a ceremony held at the Florida Institute of Technology (FIT) on December 15, 2018
FIT which is a Tier 1 ranked University, is a private nonprofit Doctoral/Research University, located in Melbourne, Florida. It is known for programmes in Science, Engineering, Aeronautics, Business, Humanities, Psychology, and Communication.
Ms Roberts obtained all her Primary and Secondary Education at various schools in the Commonwealth of Dominica, before migrating to Anguilla. On October 10th 2015, she graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Management Studies from the University of the West Indies (UWI) Open Campus.
However, her love for Aeronautics and her current role in the Public Service as Air Traffic Services Manager (ATSM) at the Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport, (CJLIA) propelled her to pursue studies in Aviation Safety.
Ms Roberts felt that undertaking these studies would equip her with the necessary knowledge, skill and tenacity to provide support to Management, in employing proactive, rather than reactive polices, practices and procedures ensuring that her workplace meets the highest standard in aviation safety.
She also holds various certificates such as On the Job Training Techniques, Instructor Techniques from the Trinidad and Tobago Civil Aviation Authority (TTCAA) and Air Traffic Control Assessor from Air Safety Support International Ltd (ASSI) in the UK and is also the first ATSM in Anguilla, to hold these Certificates and a Degree in Aviation Safety.
Ms Roberts extends her gratitude firstly, to God for his guidance in helping her through the many struggles and obstacles she encountered throughout life. Secondly, to her family, especially her grandmother, for her continuous encouragement in all her endeavours. Thirdly, her friends, especially Rev Joseph Lloyd and Mrs Lloyd who provided constant support particularly, in her lowest moments. Fourthly, special thanks to Mrs. Meridith Gumbs for always believing in her, encouraging and supporting her to start that journey in her Tertiary Educational studies and for constantly making phone calls to ensure that she stayed on the right path. Mrs. Gumbs continuously reminded her that no matter what, she can do it. Finally, thanks to the Government of Anguilla, for assisting her in obtaining her Bachelor’s Degree.
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