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UWI Researcher wins AI Innovation Grand Challenge at COP29

University experts at the annual climate conference discuss outcomes and the financial urgency for Small Island States The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica. Friday December 6, 2024—Dr. Letetia Addison, a seasoned researcher and Adjunct Lecturer at the School of Science, Computing…

Cayman: RCIPS & CBC Joint Operation Result in Arrest of Overstayer

From RCIPS In response to community concerns reported to the police about illegal activity and allegations of immigration offences, RCIPS and CBC officers conducted a joint operation early on the morning of Thursday, 5 December, just off the Cypros Road…

Jamaica: Republic bill ready

By By Bert Wilkinson From Caribbean Life Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Andrew Holness. Government of Jamaica Prime Minister Andrew Holness’s administration says it is ready to table a bill to dump the British monarchy, make Jamaica a republic, and install a local…

UWI students showcase interdisciplinary research for Caribbean and global advancement at the postgraduate conference

The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica, WI. Wednesday, November 27, 2024—Students at The University of the West Indies (The UWI) are shaping the future of the Caribbean and beyond through their research. The University recently hosted its second annual postgraduate student…

The UWI Welcomes Six New Professors

The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica, WI. Friday, November 22, 2024. — The University of the West Indies (The UWI) proudly announces the appointment of six new professors, enhancing the esteemed academic community across its campuses. The following individuals have been…

Youth, tourism, and entrepreneurship need urgent attention, says Tourism leader

Source: Arcadia Hotels & Resorts Honorary Graduate Ralph Taylor exchanges a handshake with Chancellor of The UWI, Dr. Dodridge Miller. Barbadian hotelier calls for construction of hotel on college campus BARBADOS (November 23, 2024) – Ralph Taylor, a homegrown leader…

The UWI hosts launch of Development Bank for Resilient Prosperity – Fri Nov 22

The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Wednesday, November 20, 2024—The Development Bank for Resilient Prosperity (DBRP) will officially launch on Friday, November 22, 2024, at the Eon Nigel Harris Council Room, The University of the West Indies (The UWI), from…

The UWI Global Campus Class of 2024 Shines in Virtual Graduation Ceremony

DR KIRANI JAMES – 2024 HONORARY GRADUATE1 Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal. Tuesday, November 19, 2024 —The University of the West Indies (The UWI) Global Campus celebrated the achievements of its Class of 2024 in a virtual Presentation…

The UWI signs new Dutch partnership

The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Friday, November 15, 2024—The University of the West Indies (The UWI) has formalised a new global partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas) from the Netherlands. This…

Full scholarships available for first UWI students in joint Online MA Global African Studies

The UWI, Regional Headquarters, Jamaica. Wednesday, November 13, 2024—The University of the West Indies (The UWI) anticipates welcoming the first cohort of Caribbean nationals to its joint Masters in Global African Studies with the University of Johannesburg (UJ).  Prospective students…