10 | Principal’s Overview
Exhibit of original manuscript of C L R James’ book Beyond a Boundary
Most Honourable Desmond Haynes at his 100th test match in 1993, and signed by members of the then West Indies cricket team. The bat was presented by Dr Margaret Broomes, Librarian at the C L R James Cricket Research Centre, who described the bat as “priceless” and “an item of personal cricket memorabilia, not only of Dr Haynes’ personal achievement, but essential to the West Indian cricket historical record”. In recognising the donation of the bat to the Campus’ sport gallery, Professor Landis remarked that the “CLR James Cricket Research Centre should be on the bucket list of every cricket aficionado”. A special exhibit at the ceremony, was the handwritten notes and original manuscript of CLR James’ book Beyond a Boundary . Final work had also been undertaken on the 3Ws memorial site with the tomb of Sir Everton Weekes encased in granite and the plaque set in place. The facility would be a significant attraction for not just cricketing fans and sport personnel but also for researchers. These crick- eting attractions, The UWI’s international ranking and the Campus’ beautiful environment were important assets in Cave Hill’s internationalisation thrust. During the ceremony, Mr Pete Russell, Chief Executive Officer of the CPL announced that a fully accredited certifi- cate programme in Sports Marketing will be offered at Cave Hill, coinciding with the observance of the league’s tenth season. He indicated that the programme will be augmented by insight from senior CPL staff who will offer their expertise on the issues of marketing, brand building, public relations, content creation, understanding of the digital landscape and business management. Upon completion, up to 12 students will be given the opportunity to join the league’s internship
programme that is operated in conjunction with The UWI. In his remarks, Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, a former director of the West Indies Cricket Board, stated that the certificate programme in Sports Marketing will bring tremendous value to West Indies cricket because the graduates will move into professional positions where they, in turn, will empower those who follow. He further stated, “We have a commitment in our university to West Indies cricket and cricket as a culture. It is not a dry weather commitment. We are committed to West Indies and global cricket through thick and thin. We are committed because we have invested the best of ourselves in this culture. But importantly, West Indies cricket, for us, is a trailblazer.” The Vice Chancellor commended Professor Landis on his lead- ership, vision and being a believer in strategic partnerships. Campus Principal, Professor Clive Landis, stated that the institution intends to leverage its academic achievements to attract international students to the world-class cricket programme offered at the Academy of Sport, some of which is offered online. In this respect, he said the campus has decided to convert its Master’s in Cricket Studies into an online degree programme for students interested in earning a master’s degree online from an accredited university with a unique cricketing pedigree. Also in attendance at the ceremony, were Mrs Amanda Reifer, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Sport, who brought remarks on behalf of the Dean of the Faculty, Dr Akshai Mansingh, and Chief Executive Officer of the Indian Premier League’s Rajasthan Royals franchise, Mr Mike Fordham.
THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES CAVE HILL CAMPUS ANNUAL REPORT TO COUNCIL 2021/2022
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