Meet our 2026 PETNA SPISE Scholars

We are delighted to feature our 2026 PETNA SPISE (Student Program for Innovation in Science and Engineering) scholars, Samara Munro and Mahesa Boodhoo!

The Student Program for Innovation in Science and Engineering (SPISE) celebrates outstanding Caribbean students pursuing education and research in STEM fields. Below are the introductory videos, opening remarks, and presentation slides from this year's ceremony.

Samara Munro

• Welcome Ceremony Video: Watch Samara Munro's Video

• Opening Remarks:

Munro, Samara - SPISE 2026 Welcome Ceremony Speech SM2026_06_25 (fnl).docx

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Mahesa Boodhoo

• Welcome Ceremony Video: Watch Mahesa Boodhoo's Video

• Opening Remarks:

Boodhoo, Mahesa - SPISE 2026 Welcome Ceremony Speech MB20260625 (fnl).docx

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Welcome Ceremony Presentation & Slides

• Slide Deck: 

SPISE2026 WelcomeCeremony MahesaBoodhoo SamaraMunro MONTAGES (fnl).pptx

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Congratulations to both of our scholars on their outstanding achievements!