Hon. Barbara Gloudon, OJ, a verteran broadcaster, journalist and playwright was the former features editior at The Gleaner and hosted Radio Jamaica's talk-show 'Hotline' from the late 1980's until her departure in 2015. As host of Radio Jamaica's talk show, Hotline, she attracted a huge following with her folksy delivery and wit,coupled with the emphaty she she exuded in her interactions with listeners.
For decades Barbara Gloudon was the Chair, chief writer and producer for the Little Theatre Movement's, Annual Pantomine.
The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica. Wednesday, April 6, 2022—The following statement is issued by Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice-Chancellor of The University of the West Indies, on the passing of His Excellency Ambassador Vance W. Amory former Premier of Nevis and Government Minister in St. Kitts and Nevis, and alumnus of The UWI.
President of The UWI Alumni Association (Barbados) Chapter Mr. Dario Welch recently donated five tablet computers to the Cave Hill Campus for loan to current students. The tablets are to assist students in need of appropriate devices to facilitate their studies in the current hybrid learning environment triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. The donation was made in response to a Technology Initiative launched by the Alumni Office of the Student Enrolment and Retention Unit (SERU) to expand the pool of devices available to the Unit for loan to deserving students.
Facilitator and Coordinator of the Preparing Today for Tomorrow’s Challenges Programme which is designed to transform children’s lives, Mrs Sandra Griffith-Carrington was conducting the Basic Business Etiquette session with the students at Princess Margaret Secondary School which is among the six schools currently enrolled in the programme - Coleridge & Parry, Frederick Smith, St. George Secondary, The Ellerslie School and The St. Michael School.
The life and legacy of outstanding alumnus Jerry Medford will long be recognized by The University of the West Indies. His passing is a tremendous loss for the UWI community. Jerry will be missed especially by his fellow Freedom Hall and engineering peers. He always worked to unite and engage fellow alumni from all the UWI campuses when he served as Alumnus representative.
Cognisant that today’s youth, while possessing some academic qualification, lack the necessary interpersonal skills needed to function in the working environment Miss Faith Richards, teacher of The Ellerslie School conceptualised the idea that a programme was necessary to address the dearth of competencies which will undoubtedly affect the students’ lives as they seek jobs and places in institutions of higher education.
A natural encourager, collaborator, optimist, and Up-the-Stairs Ambassador who fosters empowerment through conversation. Mark believes that true service comes from Servanthood, and is a servant to others which is his main strength.
On Friday, November 5, 2021, Dr. Veronica Simon, Head, Student Virtual Concierge Services Unit (SVCSU) shared that Ms. Denise Chapman, a student of the Open Campus Trinidad site had lost all her possessions to a fire.
This touched the core of the heart of the Campus Officer for Alumni Relations for the Open Campus, Mrs. Sandra Griffith Carrington who immediately sought assistance from the Institutional Advancement Division, through its Head, Ms. Elizabeth Buchanan-Hind. This resulted in Ms. Chapman being awarded a UWI Toronto Awards Scholarship for the 2021/2022 academic year.
We’re still celebrating this performance and win—West Indies greatness from our regional University. Congratulations Rovman Powell on your stellar century from your proud UWI family. Best wishes as the tournament continues.
On Wednesday, January 26, Powell scored 107 during the 3rd match of West Indies vs England, England Tour of West Indies 2021/22, T20I. His performance which assisted the West Indies win, places him in history books as the third West Indian batsman (behind Chris Gayle and Evin Lewis) to score a hundred in a T20 International.
Le-Anne Roper is a sustainable development professional who hails from the beautiful island of Jamaica. Her current role focuses on climate change adaptation and loss and damage in her home country, but she also advocates for small island states as an international climate change negotiator. She holds a Master of Science degree in Natural Resource and Environmental Management (Hons.) with a specialization in climate change. She has contributed to several published works, including Christian learning resources relating to environmental stewardship and climate change.
Additional outdoor seating for study and reflection is now available to students at The University of the West Indies Cave Hill campus following the handing over of The Pondside Students’ Recreational Space on Monday.
This was made possible by The UWI Alumni Circle, in collaboration with The UWI Office of Business Development and the Office of Alumni Relations/Student Enrolment and Retention Unit.
The Rex Nettleford Foundation invites you to a viewing of “Renaissance Man”. A documentary of the life of Professor The Honourable Rex Nettleford, OM, FIJ, OCC.
Bookmark this link and join us on Thursday, February 3, 2022, at 8:00 P.M. (EST).
It was at the Antigua Grammar School that Franklyn Lennox Francis taught me West Indian history. He was the person who first brought to me a consciousness of self and to whom I am grateful for helping me to become the person that I am.
The 75th Anniversary of the University of the West Indies (The UWI) represents an ideal opportunity for the UWI Medical Alumni Association (UWIMAA) to mobilize and galvanize the medical alumni to assist in the further development and sustainability of their alma mater and to honor the founding pioneers.
The University of the West Indies (The UWI) Open Campus Alumni recently launched an Endowment Fund to provide scholarships to talented yet needy students from across the Caribbean as well as grants for developmental projects for the Open Campus. The earnings from the fund will be utilised under the guidance of a Governing Board of Advisors consisting primarily of Alumni and the Open Campus Administration. The fund will be professionally managed with transparency and periodic reporting to all stakeholders.
The Caring for Miracles Foundation was created in pursuit of the vision that all children attain optimal physical, mental and emotional health in order to achieve their greatest potential.
Tania Waldron-Gooden has been appointed the Chief Executive Officer of listed company Caribbean Assurance Brokers. Her appointment was effective January 1, 2022. She replaced Raymond Walker who retired on December 31, 2021. She brings to the organization over fourteen years of experience in areas such as Investment Banking, Research, New Product Development, Pension Fund, and Portfolio Management.