Christopher Irons is a graduate of the EMSVA. He distinguished himself while still at college by being chosen most outstanding student of the second year and by receiving scholarships from the Bolivar and Student Council, Multi Care Foundation and the Ronald Moodie Scholarship. After graduating in 1998 he was selected to continue post-graduate studies in painting at the EMSVA. Christopher has also been the lead singer in the musical band Assesimba. He has gained a number of awards including first prize in the Wray and Nephew - Spirit of Jamaica Competition and an award for his participation inthe environmental programme at Gideon Educational Centre. PA-S