A teacher from East Canje, Berbice, is among the recent graduates of the University of Guyana (Berbice Campus), and she did so while balancing motherhood and other responsibilities.
Hariesha Ramnarace, 28, of Canefield Settlement, told the News Room that in 2013, she completed high school and stepped into the working world. She said the journey was far from easy.
According to Ramnarine, she moved from one job to another — seven different jobs in six years.
“Many people looked down on me. They whispered, they judged, and wondered why someone with CXC subjects was ‘working all over’. But what they didn’t see was my determination. I knew I wanted more. I knew I was meant for more,” she stated.
Then in 2021, she recalled happily, God blessed her with a precious daughter, and becoming a mother changed everything.
“Balancing motherhood, work, and studies came with many emotional and personal challenges, but I coped mentally, physically, and emotionally to keep moving forward. I refused to give up — because I knew who I was doing it for,” she said.
Ramnarace mentioned that in 2019, her life shifted — she became a teacher, executing duties at the Viola Nursery School located in New Amsterdam, Berbice. After joining the CPCE in 2021 and working hard, pushing through every obstacle as a new mother and student, Ramnarace graduated with Distinction.
“During those years, I continued elevating myself. I completed 42 Coursera courses, and through GOAL, I completed one additional course in Health and Family Life Education. Even while I was at CPCE in 2023, I didn’t stop dreaming bigger — I opened my own online business: PR Printery & Stationery. What started as a small idea quickly became another accomplishment I am proud of. In that same year, I took another bold step and began my journey at the University of Guyana,” she disclosed.
Ramnarace said,” It wasn’t an easy journey, but I made it. I thank God for His blessings; my heart is truly grateful.”
Ramnarace, who completed the two years of Bachelor’s of Education in Early Childhood, passed with credit.
“When I look back at where I started, I smile. I started small — with nothing but a dream, determination, and faith. There were days I doubted myself, days I felt overwhelmed, and days I wondered if I could truly balance work, motherhood, and studies. But every small step, every late night, and every early morning built the woman I am today. What began as a small start has grown into a big achievement. My journey at UGBC came with many emotional and personal challenges, but I stood strong. All the hard work, sacrifices, and sleepless nights doing assignments were worth it. The results speak for themselves, and I am thankful for this achievement. I proudly dedicate this degree to my daughter, Verena Genelia Persaud. Everything I did, I did for you,” Ramnarace revealed.
She expressed gratitude to her parents for the endless support, stating that they were her strongest backbone. She thanked her sister, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, friends, and Teachers
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