14 things only a (Kingston) ‘College Man’ would know

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According to Jamaica Observer (General News), Kingston College, more popularly referred to as KC, is a traditional all-boys school that has been around for more than a century. The institution, which is well known for the strong loyalty among its students and alumni, occupies two campuses: the North Street Campus and Melbourne Campus. But, more importantly, KC is renowned for its academic and sporting excellence. Observer Online spoke to members of the school community to uncover a number of things you would know only if you attended the institution. 1. The motto Over the first three weeks of attending the institution, new students had to be able to recite the school motto and say it properly in Latin. The institution is guided by the motto: “Fortis Cadere, Cedere Non Potest”, which means “The brave may fall but never yield”. The motto has become deeply embedded in the KC identity, reflected in the determination and perseverance of

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