PORTMORE Community College (PCC) recently received a generous donation of 47 laptops from international sports technology company Sportradar, thanks to the initiative of final-year part-time student Romaine Findlay. The donation is expected to significantly improve digital access for students.

For Findlay, the effort was deeply personal. “My time at PCC has played a major role in shaping who I am today, both personally and professionally,” he shared. “When the opportunity came up to secure a donation, I immediately thought of the need for easy access to a computer and how many students could benefit from having better access — especially in this digital age. It was important to me to give back to the institution that has given so much to me.”

Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in management information systems, Findlay is no stranger to the college. His journey with PCC began in 2014 as a Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) student, and his decision to return for his degree was, as he describes it, “a natural one”.

He credits the college’s strong academic support, flexible part-time programme, and practical approach to learning for helping him grow both personally and professionally.

Findlay’s vision wasn’t realised alone. He was joined in the effort by current student Nick Aitken and alumnus Glenford Thorpe, who assisted with logistics and coordination.

Dr Dawn Barrett-Adams, vice-principal of academics and student affairs, expressed her appreciation for the students’ commitment.

“This type of partnership between the institution and our alumni plays a crucial role in enhancing both the quality of instruction and the learning environment for our students,” she said. “This is a remarkable achievement, and we are truly grateful.”

The donation couldn’t have come at a better time, especially for students in PCC’s technology programmes. Desmond Grant, head of the Computer Studies Department and one of the lecturers who taught Findlay during his early years at the college, was moved by the gesture.

“Romaine has always been a driven and thoughtful student,” Grant shared. “He has shown tremendous academic acumen and a deep sense of social responsibility. This donation will go a long way in supporting our students, particularly those who may not have reliable access to a personal computer. It also strongly conveys that PCC students and alumni are invested in the college’s continued success.”

Findlay’s story is a reminder of the transformative power of education—and the impact of remembering where you started.

“Academically, PCC has sharpened my analytical thinking, technical abilities, and research skills,” Findlay said. “Personally, I’ve become more confident in my abilities. I hope this donation bridges the digital divide for students who might not have access to their own devices.

Whether it’s completing assignments, doing research, or exploring new software—having the right tools is essential.”