St. George’s University (SGU) (www.SGU.edu), an accredited School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, recently held a successful information session at Hotel 340 in Gaborone, Botswana, on September 18, 2024. The event, hosted by Amy Karabus, SGU’s Student Recruitment Manager for Africa, provided prospective students and their families with insights into pursuing a medical career with SGU.

Attendees had the opportunity to explore SGU’s 4-Year Medical Degree (MD) program as well as its 5-and 6-Year MD Tracks, while gaining a deeper understanding of the admissions process. The highlight of the event was a Question & Answers session with SGU alumni from Botswana, who shared personal experiences and offered insights into what it’s like to study and practice medicine after completing their education at SGU.

Commenting on the impact of the information session, Amy Karabus, Manager- Student Recruitment, Africa, at SGU said, “We were thrilled by the level of enthusiasm and engagement from the attendees. It was a pleasure to connect them with our alumni who could offer firsthand experiences and guidance. SGU has made significant strides in contributing to the healthcare sector in Botswana, and we remain committed to producing vibrant doctors who will continue to make an impact.”

With 127 SGU graduates from Botswana and 45 current students, this information session underscores SGU’s dedication to nurturing future medical professionals from Africa, empowering them to make meaningful contributions to global healthcare.