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Wellness Tips
• When last did you reflect on the things that are going right in your life? So often we get focused on the problems of life that we forget to give thanks for the things that are going well. One way to help us focus on these is to keep a gratitude journal. If you choose to do so, remember to review the journal regularly. A long-term view of our accumulated blessings can help us keep a positive perspective on life. (new year tip)
"Strategic Directions for the Jamaica Library Service"
The Department of Library and Information Studies in collaboration with the Jamaica Library Service will present a talk entitled "Strategic Directions for the Jamaica Library Service" on Wednesday, April 18 at 2:30 pm in the Multifunctional Room of the Main Library, UWI. The presenter will be Patricia Roberts, Director General, the Jamaica Library Service. The University community and the public are invited to attend.
36th Annual Graduate Recruitment Programme
The Office of Placement and Career Services, Office of Student Services and Development 36th Annual Graduate Recruitment Programme for final year UWI students will continue until Friday, April 20. The Annual Graduate Recruitment Programme is organized to provide an opportunity for final year students from the faculties of Social Sciences, Pure and Applied Science and Humanities and Education to interview for openings at companies and organizations.
6th Annual Careers in Ageing Week, April 8-14
The sixth Annual Career in Ageing Week hosted by the Mona Ageing and Wellness Centre and Pan American Health Organization/ World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) Collaborating Centre for Ageing and Health, Department of Community Health and Psychiatry runs from April 8– 14.
The week’s activities begin with an Opening Ceremony on Tuesday, April 10 at 10 am at Master of Public Health Building, Department of Community Health and Psychiatry.
Call for Papers- Caribbean Early Years Education
The International Journal of Early Years Education is a peer-reviewed journal published three times per year, March, June and October, by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis, Oxford, UK.
The journal is a forum for researchers and practitioners to debate the theories, research, policy and practice which sustain effective early years education worldwide. It offers a comparative perspective on research and major new initiatives in the care and education of young children.
Congratulation to the Actor Boy Awards Winners
The University of the West Indies extends congratulations to members of UWI community on being declared winners in the various categories at the recently held 2007 Actor Boy Awards. Brian Heap, Staff Tutor in Drama, Phillip Sherlock Centre for the Creative Arts, UWI received awards for the Best Special Effects for Howzatt and Best Director for After Mrs. Rochester. Also receiving awards were: The University Players for Best Production and Best Drama for After Mrs. Rochester, UWI lecturer, Franklyn St.
Exit Survey
All final year students of the University of the West Indies are invited to complete the Exit Survey in order that the University can evaluate the level of satisfaction of the educational experiences at the institution. Your responses to this survey will provide both academics and administrators with important feedback that will be used in educational planning to improve the student experience. All information that you are able to offer is welcomed and will be treated with confidentiality.
JEF Management Development Convention
The Jamaica Employers’ Federation (JEF) will host its annual Management Development Convention at the Sunset Jamaica Grande Resort in Ocho Rios from May 3 - 6. This year’s theme is “Enterprise, Excellence: Innovate, Engage and Grow”. The Convention will feature local and international presenters.
For registration form please contact the Human Resource Management Division and for additional information, individuals may call the JEF Secretariat at 926-6908/5524/6762 or 968-2987 or e-mail alewis.client@jamaicaemployers.com or
Renewal of SLB Loans
The Student Loan Bureau wishes to advise all UWI students with current student loans and who wish to renew their student loans for the 2007/8 academic year that they are required to purchase a status report form, to be completed and returned to the Student Loan Bureau before April 27. Failure to do so will negate that loan for the 2007/8 academic year. Students who wish to be considered for a Grant-in-aid must reapply in full.
Security Tips
Always lock your car doors.
Always roll car windows up tight.
Never leave valuables in vehicles (especially hand bags, money, cell phone, lap-tap and other equipment).
Place valuables in car trunks before coming on campus.
Avoid carrying cellular phones openly on the outer parts of clothing or on a neck strap.
Avoid walking and talking on the phone as you move about in public places since this may reduce your awareness of your surroundings and give perpetrators an opportunity to identify victims with expensive phones.