The regional and international academic community is mourning the passing of Dr. Tomlin Paul, a respected physician, medical educator, and academic leader whose career spanned more than three decades of service to the health profession, education, public health, and institutional development.

Innovation and entrepreneurship took centre stage at the Mona School of Business and Management (MSBM) on Friday, February 20, 2026, as seven student-led ventures competed in the Finals of the Vincent HoSang UWI Venture Competition.

The University of the West Indies (UWI) has always stood as a beacon of knowledge; producing world-class research and thought leadership that has shaped the Caribbean and influenced the global academic landscape. This enduring legacy and proud tradition of excellence will be on full display at The UWI Mona Research Day 2026, scheduled for March 26, 2026.

The University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Campus and GraceKennedy Limited (GKL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish the UWI/GKL Elite Recruitment Programme - a strategic initiative aimed at retaining top academic talent within Jamaica and the wider Caribbean while strengthening the region’s human capital pipeline.

The University of the West Indies (The UWI) opens 2026 by celebrating a remarkable year of international recognition across the most prestigious global university rankings. Widely regarded as the gold standard, the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026 (released in October 2025) confirmed that The UWI has advanced within its ranking band, achieving an improved overall score range compared to the previous year.

Colleagues,

In the coming days, you will see the official launch video of the UWI Games—an important milestone marking the return of a cherished tradition that stands at the heart of Caribbean unity, student development, and institutional excellence at The University of the West Indies.

The University of the West Indies (The UWI), Mona Campus’ Faculty of Law was host this Monday to the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs (MoJCA) who handed over 300 printed copies of the newly consolidated Constitution of Jamaica to first-year constitutional law students. The presentation was made yesterday by Minister of State, Hon. Marisa Dalrymple-Philibert. The President of the Mona Law Society, Malieck Kirton, received the gift of behalf of the students.

The University of the West Indies (The UWI), Mona Campus proudly celebrates the exceptional achievements of five graduating students whose academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to service exemplify the highest ideals of the institution. Each graduating with First Class Honours, these individuals represent diverse disciplines yet share a common vision: using knowledge, innovation, and service to transform Jamaica and the wider Caribbean.

We entered January 2025 with great hope and aspirations for a rewarding year. No one could predict that within 301 days, hope would turn into sorrow for many of our brothers and sisters who suffered immeasurable loss and damage from Hurricane Melissa. Our hearts go out to all our colleagues and students who were directly or indirectly impacted by this devastating event.