STATEMENT

The University of the West Indies, Mona, notes with regret, the passing of the Hon. Nelson Mandela, former President of South Africa and Honorary Graduate of the UWI, Mona Campus.

 
The University recalls with great pleasure his visit to the Mona Campus on July 24, 1991 when he was conferred with an honorary degree - Doctor of Laws (LLD).

 
In light of this, the UWI flags will be flown at half-mast on Friday, December 6, 2013 (today) and on the day of his funeral.

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