VIDEO: Pit Bull Attack Victim Shabo Nedwell Attends UWI Graduation, Receives Standing Ovation

In a remarkable display of resilience, 27-year-old Shabo Nedwell attended her graduation ceremony at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Five Islands Campus just days after surviving a harrowing pit bull attack. The event, held on Saturday, saw Nedwell receive her Bachelor of Science in Accounting diploma to a heartfelt standing ovation from attendees, including Prime Minister Gaston Browne and his wife, Maria Bird-Browne. Despite her injuries, Nedwell arrived in a wheelchair, her face partially covered, embodying courage and determination. Her presence moved the audience, turning the ceremony into a poignant celebration of perseverance. Nedwell’s family revealed that she was adamant about attending, determined to honor her academic achievement despite the physical and emotional toll of the attack. Last week, she was mauled by four pit bulls while visiting a family home, sustaining severe injuries to her legs, hands, and face. The incident has sparked widespread discussions about dog control and public safety in Antigua and Barbuda. Nedwell’s story has since become a symbol of strength, inspiring many with her unwavering spirit in the face of adversity.