In the fall of 2024, the Le Flambeau Foundation awarded its inaugural Dr. Luc L. Colas scholarships to two students at Université Notre Dame d’Haïti in Cap-Haïtien. These scholarships cover their full tuition for their final two years of college as they pursue degrees in agronomy—a field vital for sustainable development and community empowerment in Haiti. Now, as they begin their final year, these students reflect on their journey this past year, and share wisdom for the next generation, along with selecting a photo that captures their passion.
Fanequerlie Pierre
Hello to all the members and supporters of the Le Flambeau Foundation ,
It is with great pleasure that I share with you my experience as a future final-year student.
The 2024-2025 academic year has been one of the most motivating for me. It was a year during which I learned a tremendous amount, both educationally and socially. As a student, I admit that not everything was easy: there were moments of doubt, fear, stress, and discouragement. But despite this, my commitment, determination, and competitive spirit remained intact.
At first, everything seemed unclear and complicated. I knew what I wanted to accomplish, but I had no idea how to actually get there. Thanks to the various courses I took this year, several doors opened to me, new perspectives emerged, and my ideas evolved beyond what I had imagined…. (to read the full piece click here)
Fanequerlie Pierre 03/05/25
Rodné Trevol
Hello, members and supporters of the Le Flambeau Foundation !
I hope you are well. I would like to express my deep gratitude for the support you have provided me throughout this first year as a Dr. Luc L. Colas Scholar. This scholarship has been much more than just financial support: it has been a source of motivation, discipline, and perseverance in my career.
During my fourth year of agronomy studies at the University of Notre Dame of Haiti (Cap-Haïtien campus), I deepened my knowledge of natural resource management, agricultural production systems, and rural economics. I also had the opportunity to participate in enriching field activities, allowing me to better understand the agricultural realities of our country.
This year has strengthened …(to read the full piece click here)
Rodné Trevol 03/05/25
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