This is to advise that in order to maintain a safe living environment for our staff and students, persons wishing to reside in a hall of residence, including 138 Student Living facilities on the Mona Campus, must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
Application Deadline Extended until May 19, 2021
We understand the many hurdles prospective students and their families have had to overcome due to changes within school communities islandwide and the unprecedented challenges presented by COVID-19. With these disruptions in mind, The UWI Mona Campus has taken the decision to extend the application deadline until May 19 for the semester beginning August 2021.
Welcome to the 2020/2021 Academic Year!
The University of the West Indies Mona Campus continues to implement plans and protocols to safely restart campus activities, following public health advice and best practices.
Update on Reopening and Facilitation of Students Adversely Impacted by Hurricane Melissa
November 02, 2025
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As we continue to navigate the deep and sorrowful situation in our country following the passage of Hurricane Melissa, The UWI Mona, once again, wants to stand with our students and their families during this difficult time.
Reminder of UWI-Mona Reopening – November 3, 2025
October 31, 2025
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As we draw closer to reopening on Monday, November 3rd, and further to our advisory of October 29th, we are aware that some members of our community may have challenges to engage face-to-face. We therefore want to use this opportunity to reiterate and reassure affected students that lecturers will post their course material on the learning management system for you to consume when able.
Preparations for Reopening – November 3, 2025
October 30, 2025
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Members of the UWI-Mona Academic Community would have been aware of the advisory with respect to the suspension of teaching and learning activities for the rest of this week and the recommencement of face-to-face classes on Monday, November 3rd.
Update on Operations at the UWI-Mona – October 29, 2025
October 30, 2025
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Further to our advisory of Sunday, October 26th, the Management of the Campus met today following a preliminary assessment of the impact of Hurricane Melissa. Following this assessment, we now advise the Campus Community that all operations of the Mona Campus will be suspended for the rest of this week, including teaching and learning activities, and assessments.
Updates on the Operations of the Mona Campus in Light of Hurricane Melissa
October 26, 2025
Critical
Further to the last advisory to the Campus Community on October 23, 2025, the Management Team of the Campus met today to further assess the situation with respect to the continued threat of Hurricane Melissa. The latest information from the Meteorological Office is that the island is already experiencing tropical storm conditions which is projected to evolve to hurricane like impact by tomorrow, with landfall in south-central Jamaica and the hurricane traversing the island from south to north on Tuesday.
Pivot to Full Online Operations – October 23 – 24, 2025
October 23, 2025
Warning
The Management of the Campus met this morning to assess the situation with respect to the approaching tropical storm. The island is now under a Tropical Storm Warning and Hurricane Watch. Against this background, effective 2pm today, the Campus will pivot to full online operations.
Consequently, we are asking our Jamaican students on our halls of residence to immediately begin vacating the halls, given that physical operations on the Campus will be suspended. Regional and International students will remain on hall.
EARTHQUAKE ADVISORY
August 16, 2024
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Dear Colleagues,
This morning, Friday, August 16, 2024, at 8:01 am EST, a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 5.3 was felt across Jamaica. According to the Earthquake Unit at The University of the West Indies, Mona, the epicentre was located approximately 6 km northeast of Golden Spring, St. Andrew, at a depth of 27 km.
Rise in Local Covid-19 Cases
August 16, 2024
Warning
As we approach a new academic year and with recent developments considered, The UWI would like to encourage everyone to be informed and prepared regarding the rising cases of COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses.
Here are some key points and guidelines to help minimize the risk of infection and manage your health effectively:
Precautionary Measures:
• Wear Masks: We encourage you to wear masks and follow other COVID-19 precautions, especially if you are experiencing symptoms similar to the flu or if you suspect potential exposure.
Reopening of the UWI Mona Campus
July 04, 2024
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The University of the West Indies, Mona hopes all staff and students are safe after the passage of Hurricane Beryl. We take note of the discontinuation of the hurricane warning by the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), and having done our own preliminary assessment, will reopen the Campus for normal operations on Friday, July 5, 2024.
Hurricane Beryl Advisory - Update #4
July 03, 2024
Warning
Dear Faculty/Staff and Students:
The University of the West Indies, Mona hopes all students, staff, and faculty are safe during the passage of Hurricane Beryl. The university continues to monitor updates from the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) and will be guided by national announcements on the way forward.