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Morgan DeRiggs is a 21-year old Doctor of Pharmacy candidate at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. He is currently in his fourth year in the six-year doctorate program and is expected to graduate May 2024. Morgan has built a cumulative GPA of 3.4 during his time on campus, and his reach hasn’t just been limited to furthering his own education.
 Following his graduation, Morgan hopes to find a way to better support his community by increasing medication literacy, as well as helping find ways for people to better afford their medications.

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Jameela Hyland TATUCA Scholarship Recipient 2010

I’m a Program Initiative Manager at NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, where I oversee multiple public health initiatives that connect New Yorkers to health insurance enrollment services and health care access resources with a strong focus on health equity. I’m also a member of TATUCA where I enjoy serving on the Scholarship Committee and providing insight and recommendations for various fundraising events throughout the year. My dreams are to work within a renowned global organization such as the Center of Disease Control or the United Nations where I can make an impact on people’s lives on a large public health scale, through health education and awareness. Furthermore, I would love to manage my very own non-profit that serves marginalized communities in the United States and Trinidad & Tobago. My journey to this point has not been easy, but with the strong support of my family and friends and financial assistance awarded to me by TATUCA during my academic journey, allowed me to achieve many accomplishments to which I owe them great thanks. It’s great being able to give back through my involvement with TATUCA in the West Indian community.

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My name is Dr. Kwesi Gill and I am a dedicated Pediatric Dentist with over 5  years of experience working with kids of all ages to promote healthy oral dental care habits. 

I was born and raised in Laventille, Trinidad and Tobago and migrated to the United States in 2003 with the goal of advancing my education. 

The generous assistance and support of the Trinidad & Tobago United Community Association, Inc (TATUCA) Scholarship contributed to my pursuit of undergraduate studies at Queens College, New York City, where I graduated with honors in Mathematics.

Upon graduation, I moved to Washington, DC where I attended Howard University School of Dentistry and subsequently completed my residence in Pediatric dentistry. 

With great determination and persistence, in 2018, I opened my own Dental Practice. Easy Breezy Kids Dental. The Practice offers a wide range of pediatric and orthodontic, through the latest dental technology and research. I am passionate about ensuring each patient has access to the best that modern dentistry has to offer. 

I am grateful to have been selected as one of the recipients of the TATUCA Scholarship as it has opened the door to a brighter future and inspired me to help others and give back to the community. .

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I am Theresa Swan. Thank you for making me one of the recipients of TATUCA Scholarship. I received this scholarship during the time I was pursing my bachelor’s degree at Medgar Evers College, after which I graduated with my bachelor’s degree in Education. Soon after, I began working with New York City Department of Education as a Teacher. In 2018, I obtained my master’s degree at Touro College with a degree in early childhood education. At this time, I am thinking about pursuing a degree in education administration in order to become an assistant Principal and potential principal. Once again, thanks for assisting me on my pathway to my career journey.

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Taylor Teresa G. S. Walker, was a recipient of the TATUCA award in 2017.
Since receiving her award, Taylor has graduated from The University of Pittsburgh, class of 2021.  She had a double major in Biochemistry and African American studies, while following her grandad’s footsteps, playing in the Marching Band.
Currently, Taylor is working  as a veterinarian technician under the studies of the surgical veterinarians on staff, while awaiting admittance to veterinarian school.(Her lifelong love of animals really shines through.)
Truly grateful for the opportunity to be a recipient of such a prestigious award from an organization that represents her family lineage. She hopes to continue to soar and embark on her extended education and chosen career path.
Thank you so much and God’s continued blessings to all.