Wellness is achieved by practising good habits and eliminating harmful ones. It requires taking positive control of lifestyle choices you can influence. What good wellness habits have you incorporated in your lifestyle? Take a moment to think about them and to congratulate yourself for being consistent in carrying them out. Recommit to doing them regularly.

The University of the West Indies community has learnt with regret of the passing of Nurse Lois Gallant Rowe, who joined the staff of the UWI Health Centre in November 1997, having previously served as a Nursing Sister at the University Hospital of the West Indies. Initially she worked as a sectional nurse, but then joined the staff full-time. Nurse Rowe was well loved by staff and patients as she was a warm and caring person, dedicated to her work and always ready to go the proverbial “extra mile” for the well being of her patients.

“Freedom: Retrospective and Prospective” is the theme for this year’s Mona Academic Conference which takes place from Friday, August 31 to Sunday, September 2 at the University of the West Indies, Mona. The Conference officially begins with an Opening Ceremony on Friday, August 31 at 6:00 pm at the Undercroft, UWI Mona. The Minister of Education and Youth, Honourable Maxine Henry-Wilson will bring greetings on this occasion. The keynote address will be delivered by Professor Ruth Simmons, Professor of Comparative Literature and African Studies and President of Brown University.

The University of the West Indies, Office of Student Services and Development wishes to advise ALL new students, full-time and part-time, that the Orientation which began on August 25 with a session for Parents and Spouses continues until September 1. Upcoming activities scheduled during the period are a special session for Commuting Students and presentations on topics including: “Understanding Foundation Courses” and “Coping with Stress and Distress”. These activities take place at the Rex Nettleford Hall beginning at 1 pm and 4:30 pm respectively.