Weston Maharaj

BSc. Accounting (Special)

Faculty of Social Sciences

First Class Honours

The generosity of fellow students, socializing with friends, and transitioning from a physical to virtual mode of
learning.

These are just three of many notable factors which stood out to Weston throughout his UWI experience. However before becoming a symbol of Pelican Pride, Weston Maharaj came from humble beginnings, a nuclear household which ensured that him along with his sister, understood the importance of education and it being the key to future success. This stood as the pillar foundation for both siblings and all their academic endeavours, and was strengthened within Weston, as he watched and became inspired by his older sister, leading by example.

Moving through his school life, attending Holy Cross College (Form 1-5) and Arima Central Secondary (Form 6), along with the inspiration of his role model, Weston developed a passion within the areas of Economics and Accounting. After much deliberation, he made the decision to pursue Accounting as his degree and holds no regrets! Engaging in extracurricular activities such as being a member of the Management Society of UWI and student employment opportunities, an Admission Student Advocate (ASA) in particular, enriched his university experience and academic pursuit.

Now, as Weston jumps into his next chapter, he hopes to make a difference and also, lead by example as he
showcases what it means to “BeUWI”: Determined, free spirited, courageous, unique, kind and in a nutshell,
dreaming big, aiming high and daring to be. Weston believes that being able to share all that he’s learnt and
guide a younger set of impressionable persons into our society to ensure their futures are secure and promising
would be the noblest thing he could achieve in his life.