Education
Saint James School of Medicine Receives $30,000 Grant From UNDP for Launch of Bachelor’s-Level Program in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
KINGSTOWN, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, April 11, 2024 (Newswire.com) - Saint James School of Medicine (SJSM), a leading institution dedicated to providing quality medical education, is proud to announce the receipt of a $30,000 grant from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). This significant financial support will spearhead the launch of an innovative Bachelor's-level program in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, aimed at improving the higher education offering in the country.
The new Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences is designed to offer comprehensive education and training in health sciences, preparing students for advanced medical degrees and careers in healthcare. With an emphasis on practical skills, research, and community health, the program is set to become a cornerstone of medical education in the Caribbean region.
Kaushik Guha, the Executive Vice President of Saint James School of Medicine, expressed his gratitude and excitement about the collaboration. "This generous grant from the UNDP marks a significant milestone for our institution and higher education in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The idea for this program came from the Minister of Education of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Honourable Curtis King. With his help and guidance, and the financial support from UNDP, this program will help expand the higher education offering in St. Vincent and the Caribbean. The introduction of this program enables us to expand our academic offerings and reinforces our commitment to training competent, compassionate healthcare professionals capable of addressing global health challenges."
The funding from the UNDP will facilitate the development of state-of-the-art facilities, including modern classrooms, laboratories, and research centers. Additionally, it will support the implementation of community health initiatives, providing students with hands-on experience in addressing health issues within local communities.
Prospective students and interested parties can find more information about the program and application processes on the Saint James School of Medicine website.
About Saint James School of Medicine:
Saint James School of Medicine is committed to offering students a high-quality medical education at an affordable price. With campuses in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Anguilla, SJSM is dedicated to producing highly skilled, ethical, and compassionate physicians who are ready to meet the healthcare challenges of today and tomorrow.
Contact Information:Dan Cuckovic
V.P. of Operations
dcuckovic@mail.sjsm.org
847-375-9121
Original Source: Saint James School of Medicine Receives $30,000 Grant From UNDP for Launch of Bachelor's-Level Program in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
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Discovery Senior Living Announces New Board of Directors Appointment
Dr. Jacquelyn Y. Kung
Discovery Senior Living has announced the appointment of Dr. Jacquelyn Y. Kung as an Independent Board Member.
BONITA SPRINGS, Fla., May 8, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Discovery Senior Living ("Discovery") has announced the appointment of Dr. Jacquelyn Y. Kung as an Independent Board Member to its Board of Directors. Kung brings with her a wealth of experience in the healthcare industry, having served in executive leadership roles in numerous organizations.
Kung is the former CEO of Activated Insights, a health tech software company that focuses on employee, patient, and resident engagement. Under her leadership, Activated Insights grew to capture nearly 50% of the market share. The company also received recognition as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Company awardee.
Prior to her role at Activated Insights, Kung served as the Chief Operating Officer and Advisor at ClearCare (now WellSky®), the dominant cloud-based enterprise software company for home care agencies.
Kung also has experience as a consultant at McKinsey & Co., where she engaged in more than 10 healthcare studies serving provider, manufacturer, supplier, and investor growth needs. She also served as the Senior Director of Strategy at Erickson Retirement Communities, a $1.2 billion developer and manager of large-scale communities; as an Investment Banking Associate at Goldman Sachs International; and as a consultant for AARP and Boston Consulting Group.
As an Independent Board Member, Kung will work exclusively within the seniors housing industry with Discovery to support its ongoing growth and innovation as it continues to evolve as a world-class company supporting the aging population.
Kung earned her Doctorate in Public Health from Johns Hopkins University, a Master in Business Administration from Harvard Business School, and a B.A. in Economics from Harvard College. She currently serves as a Board Director for the Smithsonian Institute's SITES traveling exhibits division and as a Senior Advisor at Milken Institute's Center for the Future of Aging.
"We are excited to welcome Jacquelyn to our Board of Directors," said Dan Decker, Chairman of the Board for Discovery Senior Living. "Her extensive experience in the healthcare industry and expertise in business strategy will be invaluable to our organization as we continue to grow and evolve."
CEO and Board Member Richard J. Hutchinson added, "I am extremely excited to have another world-class business leader join our Board of Directors and very much looking forward to being able to work closely with Jacquelyn on our numerous next-generation initiatives."
"I'm very excited to partner with Discovery and positively contribute to their performance. Given how the sector is at a critical inflection, putting the operator and management company first will lead to faster innovations that enhance quality of life for our older adults," said Dr. Jacquelyn Y. Kung.
Kung's appointment to Discovery's Board of Directors is effective immediately.
About Discovery Senior Living
Discovery Senior Living is a family of companies that includes Discovery Management Group, Morada Senior Living, TerraBella Senior Living, Lakehouse Senior Living, Discovery Development Group, Discovery Design Concepts, Discovery Marketing Group, and Discovery At Home, a Medicare-certified home healthcare company. With almost three decades of experience, the award-winning management group has been developing, building, marketing, and operating upscale senior-living communities across the United States. By leveraging its innovative "Experiential Living" philosophy across a growing portfolio of more than 13,000 existing homes or homes under development, Discovery Senior Living is a recognized industry leader for lifestyle customization and, today, ranks among the 10 largest U.S. senior living operators and providers.
Contact Information:Heidi LaVanway
Vice President of Marketing
hlavanway@discoverymgt.com
239.301.5330
Original Source: Discovery Senior Living Announces New Board of Directors Appointment
