In an inspiring narrative of perseverance and academic triumph, Mr. Keion Liburd of Antigua and Barbuda has culminated his educational journey with a Pharmaceutical Studies degree from Georgia Southern University in the United States. The achievement stands as a powerful rebuttal to early childhood skepticism about his academic potential.
Hailing from Golden Grove (New Extension) Village, Liburd was raised by his mother Miss Jell Webson, grandmother Miss Sybil ‘Edna’ Parker, and father Mr. Robert ‘Bobby’ Liburd. His educational path began at Adventist Primary School, where a teacher once predicted he would not excel academically due to his opinionated nature in classroom settings. Rather than accepting this negative prognosis, Liburd transformed it into motivation for academic excellence.
His exceptional performance at Adventist Primary School earned him a scholarship to Island Academy, where he continued to distinguish himself academically. This success paved the way for another scholarship to Georgia Southern University, marking the beginning of his international educational pursuit.
The graduation ceremony earlier this year featured a poignant display of national pride as Liburd adorned his academic regalia with the Antiguan and Barbudan flag, symbolizing his roots and representing his homeland with distinction. This gesture highlighted both personal achievement and national representation on an international platform.
Family spokesperson Desrie Southwell expressed the collective pride of both the family and nation, emphasizing Liburd’s journey as testament to overcoming negative predictions through determination and intellectual resilience. The message concluded with aspirational wishes for continued success, encouraging Liburd to ‘soar like an eagle’ in his future pharmaceutical career and beyond, demonstrating that he was ‘indeed born for greatness.’