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The UWI launches PJ Patterson Centre for Africa-Caribbean Advocacy
Former Prime Minister is Statesman in Residence
Former Prime Minister of Jamaica, the Most Honourable PJ Patterson is Statesman in Residence at the PJ Patterson Centre for Africa-Caribbean Advocacy which was officially launched at The University of the West Indies (The UWI) on Friday, June 26, 2020. The new Centre’s mandate is to coordinate public policy and advocacy in fostering development relations between the Caribbean and Africa.
uwi-news.pngProfessor Sir Hilary Beckles: “Reparations calls for a development model”
On June 19, Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice-Chancellor of The UWI, President of Universities Caribbean, and Chairman of the CARICOM Reparations Commission was interviewed by the Al Jazeera Media Network https://mediaview.aljazeera.com/video/dzh6a6DN7f
The interview comes as British financial institutions and the Church of England acknowledged and apologised for their ties to the slave trade during the past week, and committed to fund projects to provide opportunities for minorities.
uwi-news.pngTO MY UNIVERSITY WITH LOVE - PwC Gifts Latops to The UWI Mona
Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal of The UWI Mona Campus, Prof. Dale Webber, is flanked by the Mona Campus Registrar, Dr. Donavan Stanberry (right) and PwC Territory Leader, Mr. Leighton McKnight at the handing-over of laptops to the University on Friday, May 29, 2020. The contribution of 20 laptops to the University was made to assist students in need of such devices to facilitate online remote learning.
uwi-news.pngStatement from the Vice-Chancellor: Marcus, Martin, and Minneapolis
The following statement is issued by Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice-Chancellor of The UWI, President of Universities Caribbean, and Chairman of the CARICOM Reparations Commission.
Martin Luther King Jr, when he felt he could not breathe came to Jamaica. When the threats to his life were constant and closing in around his neck, he took this measure to maintain his life. His visits to Jamaica’s north coast filled his lungs with the ‘freer’ air of our space. He returned to the mainland more battle ready for the struggle to achieve the God-given right to the dignity of black life.
uwi-news.pngThe UWI Modifies Matriculation in Response to COVID-19
Following the quarterly meeting of its Board for Undergraduate Studies (BUS) on Tuesday May 19, 2020, The University of the West Indies (The UWI), formally announces its decision to modify the matriculation requirements specific to academic year 2020/2021.
uwi-news.pngProfessor Densil A. Williams is the new Pro Vice-Chancellor and Campus Principal at The UWI Five Islands
The University of the West Indies (The UWI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Densil A. Williams as Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal of its Five Islands Campus, located in Antigua and Barbuda. His appointment was approved by the University Council at its meeting on May 13 and the Government of Antigua and Barbuda has indicated its keenness to work with Professor Williams in advancing the Five Islands Campus as a key objective within The UWI’s strategic plan. His appointment is for a period of three years, commencing the 2020/2021 academic year and he has accepted the position in addition to his current portfolio as Pro Vice-Chancellor for Academic, Industry Partnerships and Planning at The UWI.
uwi-news.pngTwo UWI Professors earn title of "Professor Emeritus
The University of the West Indies (The UWI) is pleased to announce that it has approved recommendations to confer the title of ‘Emeritus’ on Professor of Supramolecular Chemistry, Ishenkumba Kahwa and Professor of Management Information Systems Evan W. Duggan.
The ‘Emeritus’ designation generally allows former office-holders of The UWI to retain their titles of ‘Professor’ after retirement.
PROFESSOR OF SUPRAMOLECULAR CHEMISTRY, ISHENKUMBA KAHWA
The UWI Mona is saddened by the passing of Lascelles Bancroft Smith
"A real gentleman of the old-fashioned kind… He was kind, thoughtful and helpful to me on the few occasions I needed to call upon him for "accounting" advice. He was also sociable. I never worked directly with him, but I heard NO complaints about him as "a boss" or supervisor.”
uwi-news.pngThe UWI Community Mourns the death of Prof Frederick Hickling
“He was a great thinker and a mentor to many of us. For me it is a profound personal loss. He will be missed by his colleagues in the Department of Community Health and Psychiatry”.
uwi-news.pngTHE “WICKED WIT” MAN HAS LEFT THE WICKET
The following is a Tribute to Oliver Clarke by Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice-Chancellor of The University of the West Indies (The UWI).
Any tribute to Oliver Clarke should depart from his renowned trademark; the sharp, critical mind, spiced with a mischievous “wicked wit” and gentle charm of character. So deeply embedded were these effervescent elements it’s now challenging imagining the end of Oliver’s innings at the wicket.
uwi-news.pngAmbassador Dr. Richard Bernal now President of Royal Commonwealth Society - Jamaica Branch
Ambassador Dr. Richard L. Bernal O.J., Pro-Vice Chancellor, Global Affairs is now the President of the Royal Commonwealth Society, Jamaica Branch. He was elected at the annual general meeting on Thursday, April 23, 2020. He succeeds the late Sir Edward Zacca, former Chief Justice of Jamaica.
The Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS) is an education charity promoting international understanding, particularly among young people through a range of events and projects.
uwi-news.pngMGI and COVID-19 Response
(From left) MGI Director, Dr Parris Lyew-Ayee Jr, Brigadier Radgh Mason from the Jamaica Defence Force, President of the PSOJ Keith Duncan, Senior Superintendent of Police Stephanie Lindsay, and Chairman of the Council for Voluntary Social Services Saffrey Brown pictured at the launch of the PSOJ COVID-19 Response Fund.
uwi-news.pngUWI’s Leadership gives Percentage of Salaries to Student Fund.
The senior executive leadership of The University of the West Indies (The UWI)—the Vice-Chancellor, Campus Principals, Pro Vice-Chancellors, University Bursar and University Registrar—have all committed to allocating a percentage of their salaries for the next three months towards a student hardship fund. The aim of the fund is to promote equity of access for all students as well as provide much needed additional counselling services during this time.
uwi-news.pngThe UWI among Institutions Collaborating with WHO in COVID-19 Global Mega-Trial - SOLIDARITY
The UWI Mona to distribute more than 500 Devices to expand Internet Access for Distance Learning
Professor Dale Webber, Principal of The UWI Mona elbow bumps final year student, Rodanne Corney who is one of the beneficiaries set to receive a device donated though a cross-sector partnership to support students in need, access online learning platforms.
uwi-news.pngThe UWI Mona mourns the passing of Mr. Peter Gayle
The UWI Mona Campus is deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Peter Gayle. Mr. Gayle was the Principal Scientific Officer at The UWI’s Discovery Bay Marine Laboratory (DBML). He joined The UWI family in 1985 and remained with us until the time of his passing.
uwi-news.pngEnhanced Security Protocol at The UWI Mona Campus
In keeping with the Covid -19 protocol established by the Government of Jamaica, The UWI Mona Campus has suspended most face to face activities on campus including teaching, meetings and gatherings with more than ten persons, thus reducing daily traffic on the campus. The daily campus traffic/population has also been significantly reduced as a number of staff are working remotely and most students residing in the Halls have returned home. This reduced traffic increases the risk of theft and other criminal acts on the campus.
uwi-news.pngClinical and Ethics experts join The UWI COVID-19 Task Force
Four new members have joined The UWI COVID-19 Task Force, bringing expertise to address the clinical aspects of the virus. They are Professor Terence Seemungal, Pulmonologist and Dean of the Faculty of Medical Sciences at The UWI St Augustine Campus; Dr Carl A. R. Bruce, Medical Chief of Staff and Consultant Neurosurgeon at the University Hospital of the West Indies and Dr Anna K. Perkins, Senior Programme Officer, Quality Assurance Unit at The UWI whose expertise is in ethics. Newly elected Guild President at The UWI Five Islands Campus, Mr. Caleb Gardiner, has also been added to the diverse response team to represent the youth and student voice.
uwi-news.pngCLASSES TO RESUME IN ONLINE MODE AT THE UWI MONA APRIL 14
The University of the West Indies, (The UWI) Mona will resume classes in an online/remote mode on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. This is following a one (1) month suspension of classes with a view to having the seven (7) academic Faculties prepare to facilitate the delivery of all courses through an online platform and to allow students to prepare to engage teaching and learning using the online/remote delivery mode.
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