UWI and Nigerian universities have launched a new partnership to strengthen education links between Africa and the Caribbean. The initiative reflects growing cooperation between CARICOM and the African Union. Recently, The University of the West Indies hosted a delegation from Nigeria. The meeting took place at the university’s regional headquarters in Jamaica. The delegation included […]
UWI Five Islands Campus is celebrating a major milestone. Its Postgraduate Debate Team placed second at the 2026 Inter-Campus Competition. The event took place February 20–21 at The UWI Mona Campus in Jamaica. Notably, this marked Five Islands’ first appearance. Moreover, the result stunned many observers. The team competed under the Five Islands Association of […]
UWI economist Dr Daren Conrad is urging the State to end full funding for tertiary education. He says public financing should stop at secondary school. After that, students should pay part of the cost. Conrad spoke at a UWI Trade and Economic Development Unit panel. The discussion focused on backpay promises and the macroeconomy. According […]
UWI posthumously conferred an honorary Doctor of Laws degree on the late Honourable Don Wehby last Saturday in Kingston.The award was presented during the graduation ceremony for the Mona School of Business and Management and the Faculty of Sport. The University of the West Indies said the honour recognized Wehby’s outstanding service to business, sports, […]
Students at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Mona campus are protesting the decision to resume in-person classes shortly after Hurricane Melissa hit. Many feel the university is rushing things. The storm left thousands displaced, without power, and struggling to cope. The students want a one-week pause before classes start again. The students describe […]
The University of the West Indies (UWI) Five Islands Campus recently celebrated a major achievement in lifelong learning. Over 400 students graduated from its LifeLong Learning Unit. This event marks one of the largest groups to complete professional development courses at the campus. The graduation ceremony was held with great excitement and pride. Governor General […]
The UWI Five Islands graduation ceremony celebrated the success of nearly 200 students, focusing on the theme of “Pelicans in an AI-Driven Future.” This theme highlights the importance of combining new technology, like artificial intelligence, with Caribbean cultural traditions. The ceremony reminded graduates to use their education not only to innovate but also to honor […]
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