The UWI Five Islands Campus_Class of 2023 Graduation Booklet

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ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES

descent have direct ties to the University: Mona alumnus Sir Derek A. Walcott (Nobel Prize for Literature, 1992) and former Vice-Chancellor, Sir Arthur Lewis (Nobel Prize for Economics, 1979). Our breadth of notable alumni also include the current President of the 78th Session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 78), Ambassador Dennis Francis and the current Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Carla Barnett, among many others. The UWI has been consistently ranked among the top universities globally by the most reputable ranking agency, Times Higher Education (THE). The UWI is the only Caribbean-based university to make the prestigious lists since its debut in the rankings in 2018. In

The University of The West Indies has been and continues to be a pivotal force in every aspect of Caribbean development; residing at the centre of all efforts to improve the well-being of people across the region for the past 75 years. From a university college of London in Jamaica with 33 medical students in 1948, The UWI is today an internationally respected, global university with near 50,000 students and five campuses: Mona in Jamaica, St. Augustine in Trinidad and Tobago, Cave Hill in Barbados, Five Islands in Antigua and Barbuda and its Global Campus, and global centres in partnership with universities in North America, Latin America, Asia, Africa and Europe .

As we commemorate this jubilee year — themed, UWI at 75. Rooted. Ready. Rising. —

we reflect on our foundation that is rooted in the Caribbean; we stand ready to confront present and future challenges and opportunities, rising as a beacon of empowerment to our communities.

The UWI offers over 800 certificate, diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate degree options in Culture, Creative and Performing Arts, Food and Agriculture, Engineering, Humanities and Education, Law, Medical Sciences, Science and Technology, Social Sciences, and Sport . As the Caribbean’s leading university, it possesses the largest pool of Caribbean intellect and expertise committed to confronting the critical issues of our region and wider world. With a network of more than 250,000 alumni, there is no sector of Caribbean society, including the highest levels of government, business, and civil society organisations in which our graduates are not found. Over 25 have risen to become Heads of Government or Heads of State, and countless more are leaders of all the professions – locally, regionally, and internationally. Two of the three Nobel Laureates of Caribbean

addition to its leading position in the Caribbean in the World University Rankings , it is also in the top 25 for Latin America and the Caribbean and the top 100 global Golden Age universities (between 50 and 80 years old). The UWI is also featured among the leading universities on THE’s Impact Rankings for its response to the world’s biggest concerns, outlined in the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including Good Health and Wellbeing; Gender Equality and Climate Action. 2023 is significant for The UWI as it marks 75 years since the official opening of its first Campus in Mona, Jamaica. As we commemorate this jubilee year — themed, UWI at 75. Rooted. Ready. Rising . — we reflect on our foundation that is rooted in the Caribbean; we stand ready to confront present and future challenges and opportunities, rising as a beacon of empowerment to our communities through the delivery of world class education services.

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CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE

The Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2023 suggests that technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence, will be a key driver in the world of work in whatever sphere of endeavour in which you will be involved in the future. In addition to technological literacy, several skills and competencies are important as you go forth. These include analytical and creative thinking which are among the characteristics of the ideal UWI graduate. Others are resilience, flexibility, agility, motivation, self-awareness, curiosity, lifelong learning, dependability, and attention to detail. Attitudes to work are also important for survival, in particular empathy and active listening. World Economic Underpinning your education and experiences is a spirit of regionality that is the foundation of our University. I urge you to keep it firm in your hearts and minds as you go forward. This year, The UWI celebrates 75 years of service to the region and you – our graduates – are our most significant contribution to development at the national, regional and global levels. Today, we celebrate your achievements and the promise of even greater things to come. We look forward to your continued involvement with this noble institution which has nurtured so many and has placed you on a path to success. Mentor a student, contribute to scholarships and bursaries, return as adjunct or full-time lecturers, advocate for The UWI in your professional networks! We wish you the very best as you continue on your chosen paths and hope that you will remain engaged with your alma mater.

My heartiest congratulations to each member of the graduating class of 2023! Your graduation marks the end of one journey and the start of another. As you reflect on the journey to this day, you will also be considering the future. For the past three years our lives have been influenced by a combination of health, geopolitical and economic factors. The COVID-19 pandemic caused us to revisit how we organise our daily living, the Russian invasion of Ukraine resulted in supply chain disruptions that made us realise how inter-connected we are in the global space, and although the global recession that was being hinted at last year has not materialised, we are dealing with increasing inflation that also impacts our daily lives. Your programmes of study have prepared you intellectually, and I hope that all you have experienced at The UWI during these years – co-curricular activities and other student engagement and enrichment programmes – have helped to inculcate the skills and competencies that you will need to be resilient and to effectively engage in the world beyond The UWI.

Robert Bermudez Chancellor

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VICE-CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE

As you reflect on your journey to this day, I share with you a quote from Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Bishop Desmond Tutu – You stand out in the crowd only because you have these many, many carrying you on their shoulders. For many of you, this was a shared journey. Your batch mates, parents, spouses, children, have been there with you, every step of the way. So have your lecturers, the administrators and technical teams at the University. All of us have had to adapt to the changes in modus operandi. I ask that you find ways to say thank you to those who have supported you through this journey. Information and communication technologies have transformed our world in the past few decades. The COVID-19 pandemic forced our hand in 2020 and technologies such as artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, cloud technology, and the internet of things are now infused in our daily lives. Traditional university life usually affords students opportunities to engage with counterparts from other countries and cultures. It is my fervent hope that even with online studies, you were still able to form friendships that withstood the test of group work and assignments. That networking and some of those friendships may last beyond your academic careers and into your professional lives. Continue to nurture those relationships. As you reflect on the journey you have completed and on what lies ahead, please consider how you can have a positive influence in all that you do in the future. In addition to your professional pursuits, mentor a student, contribute towards scholarships for bright but financially challenged students, advocate for your University in numerous fora, and stay in touch with us through the various social networking facilities that have been set up for this purpose. My very best as you continue on your chosen paths.

My heartiest congratulations to the graduating class of 2023! Three years ago, in October and November 2020, the world was in “wait and see” mode. Some of you were already enrolled in programmes at The UWI. That year, some of you took a leap of faith and entered The UWI to begin programmes at undergraduate or graduate levels, not knowing what the COVID-19 pandemic had in store for the world. And what a fascinating journey it has been for all of us! The UWI, now your alma mater was able to pivot easily to emergency, remote teaching in 2020. This was because the Open Campus, now the Global Campus had the capacity to conduct training in online teaching methods for sister campuses. This sharing of expertise reflects what we call our “One UWI” philosophy and underpins all that we do. Even though we delivered programmes in blended and in some cases almost full face-to-face mode in the 2022 academic year, it is possible that some of you may have never been on one of the campuses. Whatever your experience has been, this graduating class, like those of 2020, 2021, and 2022, has a special place in the unfolding history of this institution. Your success is our success and your University is grateful to you for staying the course and demonstrating that in the face of challenges, by working together, we can achieve our goals.

Blessings!

Professor Sir Hilary Beckles Vice-Chancellor

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CAMPUS PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

The effects of global warming are becoming increasingly obvious and it seems that everyday new highs in temperatures across the globe are being recorded. The UWI has played a major role as Caribbean nations have advocated for concerted global action to keep global warming to 1.5 degree Celsius and to provide the financing necessary for our vulnerable states to adapt to and mitigate the harmful effects from global warming. As you graduate from our academy I implore you not to sit on your laurels but to go out and become the next generation of globally impactful climate advocates from the Caribbean. I implore you to develop the technological solutions as our nations seek to adapt to climate change. The Caribbean region and the wider world face an epidemic of Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases as the quality and quantity of life is adversely affected by diabetes, hypertension, cancer and other such diseases. The epidemic of Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases is highly correlated with the rise of sedentary lifestyles and a global food system that produces and distributes unhealthy foods. As you graduate from our academy I implore you not to sit on your laurels but to go out and become the next generation of globally impactful health and wellness advocates from the Caribbean. I implore you to lead the way in food security for the Caribbean and easy access to healthful foods.

I take this opportunity to offer, on behalf of myself and the team at Five Islands Campus, heartfelt congratulations to the class of 2023, the fourth graduating class of the campus and the class graduating in the 75 th year of our beloved university’s existence. We want to thank you for entrusting us with the task of shaping such a critical phase in your development. We congratulate you on your efforts and sacrifices and also extend congratulations to your family and support system. As you graduate from our academy, the world appears to be at a major tipping point as humankind confronts the Triple C Crisis comprising of the existential threat of Climate Change, an epidemic of Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases, an explosion of gun-related Crime in the Caribbean at the dawn of the 5 th Industrial Revolution powered by advances in Artificial Intelligence.

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The last time the world was at such a tipping point was the first Industrial Revolution which led to remarkable advances in human well-being, but it also led to the “Great Divergence” as there was a sharp divergence in living standards between nations and regions that embraced that revolution and those that did not. The Caribbean cannot afford to be victims of a “Great Divergence” consequent to the fifth Industrial Revolution. The region and the world are depending on you graduands to lead the Caribbean in this transition. Again, warmest congratulations to the class of 2023. You can now take your place as proud UWI Pelicans; distinguished “Frigates” ready to serve your country and the wider Caribbean region. Graduating class of 2023, you are only taking leave from the lecture theatre, the Five Islands Campus will forever be your nesting place. Graduates stand ready contribute to the Caribbean and the world confront this major tipping point in human history. There is no doubt in my mind that you will answer the call to arms.

The Caribbean region leads the world in gun related homicides. In our beautiful tropical paradise young men shoot each other to death with impunity daily and whole communities are held to ransom by gunmen. As you graduate from our academy I implore you not to sit on your laurels but to go out and become the next generation of globally impactful advocates from the Caribbean for peace and justice. I implore you to lead the way in developing effective, innovative, just and equitable solutions to this crime gun related crime crisis that bedevils the region. In the second decade of the 21 st century humankind is on the cusp of the 5 th Industrial Revolution led by the rapid advances in Artificial Intelligence. “During the next decade we’re going to see smarts put into everything,” said Ed Lazowska, a computer scientist at the University of Washington who is a specialist in Big Data. “Smart homes, smart cars, smart health, smart robots, smart science, smart crowds and smart computer-human interactions.” The first Industrial Revolution freed humankind from the limits of muscle and animal power. The fifth Industrial Revolution offers the opportunity to free us from the limits of our mental capacities. As you graduate from our academy, I implore you not to sit on your laurels but to go out and lead the way to ensure that the Caribbean is able to capitalize on the opportunities and manage the threats arising from this fifth Industrial Revolution.

Prof. C. Justin Robinson Pro Vice-Chancellor and Campus Principal

THE LISTING OF NAMES AND DEGREES, DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES TO BE CONFERRED APPEARING HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO SUCH CHANGES

AS MAY BE NECESSARY TO CONFORM TO THE OFFICIAL RECORDS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES.

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THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES PRINCIPAL OFFICERS

Chancellor Mr. Robert Bermudez

Vice-Chancellor Sir Hilary Beckles, BA, PhD Hull, Hon DLitt Hull, Hon DLitt Knust, Hon DLitt Univ of Glasgow, Hon DLitt Brock, Hon DHL UVI, Hon DLitt Univ of Joh

Chairpersons of Campus Councils Sir Paul Altman, GCM, BCH, JP, BBA Mia, Hon LLD UWI – Cave Hill

Aziz Hadeed, CBE – Five Islands

Her Excellency June Soomer, BA, PhD UWI – Global Campus

The Honourable Earl Jarrett, OJ, CD, JP, Hon LLD UWI, FCA, MSc UWI – Mona

Sharon Christopher, LLB UWI, LEC HWLS, LLM LSU – St. Augustine

Pro Vice-Chancellors and Campus Principals R. Clive Landis, BSc Birmingham, MSc, PhD Loyola – Cave Hill

Justin Robinson, BSc UWI, MSc FIU, PhD Manc – Five Islands Campus

Francis Severin, BA, MSc, PhD UWI – Global Campus

Densil Williams, BSc, MSc UWI, PhD Manc – Mona

Rose-Marie Antoine, LLB UWI, LLM Camb, DPhil Oxon – St. Augustine

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THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES PRINCIPAL OFFICERS

Pro Vice-Chancellors Justin Robinson, BSc UWI, MSc FIU, PhD Manc – Academic-Industry, Partnership & Planning

Aldrie Henry-Lee, BA, MSc, PhD UWI – Graduate Studies & Research

Derek Chadee, BSc, PhD UWI – Undergraduate Studies

Sandrea Maynard, LLB (Hons) LLM, SFHEA, PgCHE – Global Affairs Deputy Campus Principals Winston Moore, BSc UWI, MSc Warwick, PhD Surrey – Cave Hill

Emily Dick-Forde, BSc UWI, MPhil Camb, PhD, FCPA, FCMA – Global Campus

Tomlin Paul, MBBS, MPH UWI, DFPHM (UK), FAcadMEd (UK) – Mona

Indar Ramnarine, BSc UWI, MSc U of Wales, PhD UWI, MBA Heriot-Watt – St. Augustine University Registrar Maurice D. Smith, JP, BSc NCU, MSc NSU, EdD Howard University Bursar Andrea McNish, BSc, MSc UWI, FCCA

Public Orators Kenneth Connell, MBBS, DM UWI, PhD KCL – Cave Hill

Andrea Veira, BS, Dip.Ed UWI, MA Derby, PhD UWI – Five Islands

Lesley Crane-Mitchell, BA, MA UWI – Global

Livingston White, BA UWI, MSc, PhD FSU – Mona

Suzanne Burke, PG Cert Essex, BA York, MA The Hague, PhD Essex – St. Augustine

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FORMER CHANCELLORS, VICE-CHANCELLORS AND PRINCIPALS OF THE UNIVERSITY

Her Royal Highness the Princess Alice Countess of Athlone GCVO, GBE, VA Chancellor (1949-1971) Deceased

Sir Hugh Wooding TC, PC, CBE, LLB, Hon LLD UWI Chancellor (1971-1974) Deceased

Sir Allen Lewis QC, LLB, Hon LLD UWI Chancellor (1975-1989) Deceased

Sir Shridath Ramphal OE, OM, OCC, GCMC, QC, Hon LLD UWI Chancellor (1989-2003) Chancellor Emeritus

Professor the Honourable Sir George Alleyne OCC, MBBS UCWI, MD Lond, FRCP, FACP, (Hons) Hon DSc UWI Chancellor (2003-2017) Chancellor Emeritus

Sir Philip Manderson Sherlock KBE, BA, LLD, DCL Vice-Chancellor (1963-1969) Deceased

Sir Oshley Roy Marshall CBE, MA, PhD Vice-Chancellor (1969-1974) Vice-Chancellor Emeritus

The Honourable Dr Aston Zachariah Preston OJ, JP, LLB, FCA, FCCA FICS, FREconS, Hon LLD Vice-Chancellor (1974-1986) Deceased

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The Honourable Sir Alister McIntyre OM, CCH, CD, OCC, BSc (Econ) Lond, BLitt Oxf, Hon LLD UWI, Hon LLD Sheff, Hon LLD Tor Vice-Chancellor (1988-1998) Vice-Chancellor Emeritus Deceased

The Honourable R.M. Nettleford OM, FIJ, BA Lond-UCWI, MPhil Oxf, Hon DLitt St Johns, Univ of Conn, Sheffield,Grand Valley State, Hon LHD CUNY, Hartford, Emory, Hon LLD Illinois Wesleyan, Tor, Queens Univ, Hon Fellow Oriel Coll, Oxf, Hon DCL Oxf Vice-Chancellor (1998-2004) Vice-Chancellor Emeritus Deceased

Professor E. Nigel Harris MPhil (Yale), MD (U of Penn), DM (UWI) Vice-Chancellor (2004-2015) Vice-Chancellor Emeritus

Sir Thomas Weston Johns Taylor CBE, MA, DSc Principal (1947-1952) Deceased

Walter Wyatt Grave CMG, MA, PhD, LHD, LLD Principal (1953-1958) Deceased

Sir William Arthur Lewis MA, PhD, LHD, LLD Principal (1958-60) and Vice-Chancellor (1960-1963) Deceased

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PROGRAMME Saturday, October 7, 2023 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Caribbean)

THE ACADEMIC PROCESSION Marshall The Graduands Members of Academic and Senior Professional Staff The Director of Academic Affairs

THE GOVERNOR GENERAL’S DEPUTY ARRIVES The Company is requested to stand for the arrival of the Governor General’s Deputy.

NATIONAL ANTHEM The Company is requested to remain standing for the playing of the National Anthem.

FANFARE A fanfare heralds the Campus Chair’s Procession.

The Company is asked to stand as the Campus Chair’s Procession enters and to sit after the Campus Council Chairman is seated.

THE CAMPUS COUNCIL CHAIR’S PROCESSION The Representative, UWI Alumni Association

(Antigua and Barbuda Chapter) The Director of Administration The University Registrar Pro Vice-Chancellor and Campus Principal, Mona Campus The Public Orator Pro Vice-Chancellor and Campus Principal, Cave Hill Campus The Honorary Graduand Pro Vice-Chancellor and Campus Principal, Five Islands Campus The Vice-Chancellor Campus Council Chairman The Mace Bearer

CHANCELLOR’S ADDRESS The Chancellor addressees the Company.

CONFERMENT OF HONORARY DEGREES The University Registrar calls upon the Public Orator to read the citation for Sir Leroy MacLean ‘King Short Shirt’ Emanuel for the conferring on him of the HONORARY DEGREE OF DOCTOR OF LETTERS of The University of the West Indies.

The Chancellor confers the degree of DOCTOR OF LETTERS Honoris Causa.

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PROGRAMME Saturday, October 7, 2023 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Caribbean)

GRADUATION ADDRESS The Campus Council Chairman calls on the Honorary Graduand, Sir Leroy MacLean ‘ King Short Shirt’ Emanuel to address the Company.

MUSICAL PRESENTATION The Campus Council Chairman announces that there will be a musical presentation by: The UWI FIC Club.

AWARD OF FIRST DEGREES, DIPLOMAS AND CERTIFICATES The University Registrar addresses the Campus Council Chairman and calls on the Director of Academic Affairs to present those persons who have been awarded First Degrees and Certificates.

VALEDICTORY ADDRESS The Campus Council Chairman calls upon the Class Valedictorian, Ms. Kendra Thomas, Bachelor of Education with First Class Honours, School of Humanities and Education to address the Company. AWARD OF HIGHER DEGREES, POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS The University Registrar addresses the Campus Council Chairman and calls on the Director of Academic Affairs to present those persons who have been awarded Higher Degrees and Postgraduate Diplomas.

THE UWI ALUMNI PLEDGE The Campus Council Chairman calls upon the Representative of the UWI Alumni Association (Antigua and Barbuda Chapter) to lead the graduates in reciting the Alumni Pledge.

THE UNIVERSITY SONG The Campus Council Chairman calls for the playing of the University Song “There is a Light”.

CLOSURE OF CEREMONY The Campus Council Chairman declares the Ceremony at an end.

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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT Bachelor of Science (Social Sciences) FIVE ISLANDS CAMPUS

First Class Honours

KENTISH, Pascalé Shirmell MAYNARD-JULIUS, Zonielle ALLEN, Stacy Tirika APPLETON, Maria Louisa BENJAMIN, Akeile T’Keyah BENJAMIN, Charisa Kavi BENJAMIN, Satorsha Anelcia BRIGHT, Stacy-Ann Kenecia BROWNE, Britney Kerion BROWNE, Keshannah Rasia BROWNE, Nequoyah Okema CHARLES, Zaire Kali CHEVALIER, Neisha Nneka CHRISTOPHER, Norel Cleison CODOUGAN, Merina Angela DAVIS, Shanique Ashley

SEALEY, Ajoné Irissa

GRANT, Breanna Alyssa GRAVESANDE, Ebonie Delissa HUGHES, Jadaine Theres JAMES, Alliana Kyra JAMES-JACKSON, Charissa Shermel JOSEPH, Kaiesha Sherissa JOSEPH, Viani Chrystal LAWRENCE, Malikiya Shaquandra LEITCH, Gnoj Shania

NATHAN, Janique Yoka PETERS, Joyanne Jonelle PHILLIP, Annecia Joselyn PHILLIP, Elizabeth Ada RALPH, Ava Cherise RAYNE, Aaliyah Syian REGGIES, Taningha Mtsweni SIMON, Tenaj L. ST. HILL, Jameina Tywanna ST. LUCE, Brittney Allissa TERRY, Madasha Queencina THOMPSON, Shaneika S. THOMPSON, Tiquion Tyrone TAYLOR, Jake Romario

DENNIS, Kenesha Sherinett DICKENSON, Darianne Jaden ELVIN, Keithanya Elca FLERMIUS, Jeheal Michael FLOYDE, Naja Victoria FRANCIS-VIGILANT, Latricia Teandra

GENUS, Akeme Rushemo GEORGE, Kiegel Aaliyah GOMES, Britney Joelle

SCHOOL OF HEALTH & BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE Bachelor of Science (Nursing)

First Class Honours

EDWARDS, Victoria Antoinette HANNIFORD, Sherreace Amanda BRAITHWAITE, Aisha Samella CARROL, Yonata Lydia DENNIS, Kemoya Mellisa

KENTISH, Julien David

LEWIS-JAMES, Flarintina Simona LINDSAY, Retinella Marcia MERCHANT, Danitrea Matilda POND, Alicia Maureen

DAVID, Nazika Allysha DAVIS, D’Jorne Amrita HUNTE, Shabana Amiena JOSEPH, Genette Shakima

SEALEY, Tomika Shanesa SMITH, J’Dean Shenica THOMAS, Kareena Karissa

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SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND EDUCATION Bachelor of Education

First Class Honours

JACKSON, Davaniea Cheslea JOSEPH-HARRIS, Aritha Sheena

THOMAS, Kendra Kerensa

ANTHONY, Melissa Shemica JACKSON, Jacqueline Emelda KNOWLES-VERSAILLES, Shellomane Eren

MARTIN, Tamya Burnelle WILLIAMS, Omia Orvillette

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE, COMPUTING AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Bachelor of Science (Computer Science with Management)

PIPER, Julian Andrew

CAVEHILL CAMPUS

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Bachelor of Science (Meteorology)

SPENCER, Trecy Iva

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES Executive Diploma in Management

RICHARDS-SILSTON, Ilissa

SIMON-DORSETT, Sharilyn

GLOBAL CAMPUS

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND EDUCATION Bachelor of Education

First Class Honours

PHILLIP-DEFOE, Dornett

NATHAN MATHURIN, Colleen

HYACINTH PHILLIP, Kjell

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GLOBAL CAMPUS

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES Bachelor of Science (Social Sciences)

First Class Honours

BROOKS, Tashanna CHARLERY, Sheena CYRIL, Kimberly DEBESON, Nathalian GEORGE, Kayola HORSFORD, Karen HUNTE, Philipa JAMES, Elizabeth

JOHN, Linella JOSEPH, Gem JOSEPH, Kadija LOUISON, Antonia MCMASTER-O’LOUGHLIN, Janice MONDESIRE, Deidra-Gay RAMSEY, Malynda WILLOCK, Javonson

ADAMS, Bhadeshia CLOUDEN-GONSALVES, Sherefa DANIEL, Delicia DUNCAN, Kethura DYER, Victoria FAUSTIN, Johanna GREENAWAY, Rickeshia

HILLAIRE, Clarista JOSEPH, Celestine LAURENT, Quanisha PROCTOR, Tanya MATTHEW, Nikisha SAMUEL, Curt

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES Associate of Science

ALFRED, Isher

ANTHONY, Marcia

MONA CAMPUS

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)

TIM, Rene Durand

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HIGHER DEGREES AND POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS

FIVE ISLANDS CAMPUS

SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND EDUCATION Postgraduate Diploma in Education

With Distinction

FARRELL, Rhea Kayla GREER, Connett Kelly

LOOBY, Shanise Syslen

GIL-MERCEDES, Farrell Alicia

CAVE HILL CAMPUS

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES Masters in Business Administration (Business Analytics)

BENN, Rawle

GLOBAL CAMPUS

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES Master of Science Management Studies (Project Management)

With Distinction

CHARLES, Whytella

EDWARDS, Navida JAMES, Akeema

Human Resource Management Management Studies (Public Sector Management)

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND EDUCATION Master of Arts (English Language)

BROWN-HOBSON, Glenis-Joy

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MONA CAMPUS

FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES Postgraduate Diploma (Loss, Grief and Trauma Management)

APPARICIO, Regina Amelia

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES Master of Science (National Security and Strategy Studies)

With Distinction

BENJAMIN-QUASHIE, Ambrozine Louisa

ST AUGUSTINE CAMPUS

FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES Postgraduate Diploma in Emergency Medicine

MORGAN HAUGHTON, Jodi-Ann

FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES Masters of Science Medical Microbiology

HILTON, Lois

CAVE HILL CAMPUS

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY Doctor of Philosophy

VEIRA, Andrea Kathryn

Biology

GLOBAL CAMPUS

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND EDUCATION Doctor of Education

CLAXTON-RICHARDSON, Josephine

Educational Leadership

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HONORARY GRADUAND SIR LEROY MACLEAN EMANUEL ‘KING SHORT SHIRT’

Born and raised in the Point area in St. John’s, Antigua, Sir Leroy MacLean Emanuel ‘King Short Shirt’, the‘Monarch’is described as a colossal of a calypsonian. He first entered the calypso arena in 1962 and, since then, has produced hundreds of quality calypsos, several for fellow calypsonians, and is known mainly for his cutting lyrical content, sweet harmony, and smooth melodious voice. King Short Shirt has won the Calypso Competition 15 times in Antigua and Barbuda and was the first to ‘three-peat’ in the annual competition 1964, 1965, and 1966. He took the Caribbean Calypso Competition crown seven times and has seven Road March Crowns under his belt. Some of his biggest hits include Tourist Leggo; Lucinda; Nobody Go Run me; Our Pledge; Lamentation; Star Black; Run Shorty Run; In Spite Of All, and so many more. He has been twice invited by the Prime Ministers of fellow CARICOM countries to their Independence celebrations: Belize in 1981, where he performed A New Beginning, a song he wrote especially for the occasion; and Saint Lucia in 2023.

Calypso may be his passion, but he has also translated his love of the craft and performing into businesses. In 1962, he opened Shorty’s Beach Bar and Shorty’s Glass Bottom Boats, followed eight years later by a record shop, A & B Record.

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VALEDICTORIAN MS. KENDRA THOMAS Bachelor of Education with First Class Honours

Ms. Kendra Thomas grew up in a disciplined and loving household with her parents Lemuel (deceased) and Veronica Thomas, both avid readers. They encouraged and modelled an environment of excellence, which taught her to appreciate and value an education. This left Kendra yearning for knowledge which she keenly received in school and by reading many books. Encyclopedias allowed her to explore and discover the world through pages and words as she realised a passion for science was slowly igniting within her. At a very young age, Kendra reinforced her learning by teaching stones and her dolls at home. She was destined to be an educator. Her pursuit in education took her to the Golden Grove Primary School, the Antigua Girls’ High School (where she pursued the natural sciences), and the Antigua State College where she completed teacher training, earning her associate degree in education. Kendra’s passion for knowledge and science led to her serving as an educator for 24 years at the Golden Grove Primary School and the Green Bay Primary School. She later joined the Ministry of Education, Sports and Creative Industries as a Curriculum Support Officer for primary and secondary level science, a position she still currently holds. Kendra combined her love for education and her passion for science and technology as she worked on the National Science Fair Steering Committee for many years and as a Trainer on the Systemic Technology Integration Technology Series (STITS), a project sponsored by the Antigua and Barbuda Rotary Club. She also co-edited the “Innovative Science and Technology for the Caribbean” textbook series and was a part of the curriculum writing committee for the OECS harmonized science curriculum and the 2009 and 2019 national primary science curriculum. Kendra volunteered with the Environmental Awareness Group (EAG) on several bird censuses and training sessions. She is community- spirited and actively contributed to her community as the Deputy Chairperson

of the District Disaster Preparedness Committee, showing her commitment to safety and well-being. In addition to her academic pursuits, Kendra is a dedicated mother of two children, a role she cherishes as her most significant achievement. She excels at balancing her family responsibilities with her educational aspirations and her hobbies, reading and backyard gardening. She acclaims her family’s support as pivotal in her continual motivation to excel in all her endeavours. She lives by the golden rule, “do unto others as you would have them do unto you” which shines through her humility, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family and community. Kendra Thomas, a remarkable individual whose educational journey was characterized by resilience, dedication, and leadership as she finally pursued her degree after many deferrals. Today, she is The University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus’ valedictorian for 2023. She embodies of excellence with a consistent GPA of over 4.0 and the Principal’s Award for Academic Excellence - a true inspiration to her fellow graduates. Her perseverance, dedication to education, and unwavering commitment to her community perfectly reflect the spirit of The University of the West Indies.

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ACADEMIC DRESS

UNDERGRADUATE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE

BLUE princetta gown of special tropical style, simple shape, with cape sleeves and 1.5“ self-facing, to be worn calf length: hood, blue outside, faced with AVOCADO GREEN and top edge bound with University red on each side. BACHELOR OF ARTS The same gown as Agriculture: hood, blue outside, faced with PLUMBAGO BLUE and top edge bound with University red. BACHELOR OF EDUCATION The same gown as Agriculture: hood, blue outside, faced with WHITE and top edge bound with University red. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING The same gown as Agriculture: hood, blue outside, faced with ALUMINIUM GREY and top edge bound with University red. BACHELOR OF LAWS The same gown as Agriculture: hood, blue outside, faced with BLACK and top edge bound with University red. BACHELOR OF MEDICINE BACHELOR OF SURGERY DOCTOR OF DENTAL SURGERY DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE The same gown as Agriculture: hood, blue outside, faced with PURPLE and top edge bound with University red. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (The Natural Sciences) The same gown as Agriculture: hood, blue outside, faced with ALAMANDA YELLOW and top edge bound with University red. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (Nursing) The same gown as Agriculture: hood, blue outside, faced with PURPLE and top edge bound with Blue and white. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (Pharmacy, BB Medical Science, B Medical Science, Physical Therapy) The same gown as Agriculture: hood, blue outside, faced with PURPLE with the bottom curve of the purple enhanced by a panel of gold. BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (Social Sciences) The same gown as Agriculture: hood, blue outside, faced with ORANGE and top edge bound with University red. BACHELORS: INTERDISCIPLINARY PROGRAMMES The same gown as Agriculture: hood, blue outside, faced with ECRU and top edge bound with University red.

Undergraduates are entitled to wear a scarlet gown, calf length, with round sleeves cut below the elbow.

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ACADEMIC DRESS

POSTGRADUATE MASTER OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE, and MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY Blue princetta gown of special tropical style with long sleeves cut at the bottom and 3” self-facing to be worn calf length: Hood, full shape blue princetta, fully lined with AVOCADO GREEN , bound all round with University red.

MASTER OF SCIENCE, and MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (The Social Sciences)

Blue princetta gown of special tropical style with long sleeves cut at the bottom and 3” self-facing to be worn calf length: Hood, full shape blue princetta, fully lined with ORANGE , bound all round with University red.

MASTER OF ARTS, and MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (In Humanities/Arts)

Blue princetta gown of special tropical style with long sleeves cut at the bottom and 3” self-facing to be worn calf length: Hood, full shape blue princetta, fully lined with PLUMBAGO BLUE , bound all round with University red.

MASTER OF EDUCATION, and MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (In Education)

Blue princetta gown of special tropical style with long sleeves cut at the bottom and 3” self-facing to be worn calf length: Hood, full shape blue princetta, fully lined with WHITE , bound all round with University red.

MASTER OF SCIENCE, and MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (In Engineering)

Blue princetta gown of special tropical style with long sleeves cut at the bottom and 3” self-facing to be worn calf length: Hood, full shape blue princetta, fully lined with ALUMINIUM GREY , bound all round with University red. MASTER OF LAWS Blue princetta gown of special tropical style with long sleeves cut at the bottom and 3” self-facing to be worn calf length: Hood, full shape blue princetta, fully lined with BLACK , bound all round with University red. Blue princetta gown of special tropical style with long sleeves cut at the bottom and 3” self-facing to be worn calf length: Hood, full shape blue princetta, fully lined with ALAMANDA YELLOW , bound all round with University red. MASTERS: INTERDISCIPLINARY PROGRAMMES The same gown as Agriculture: hood, full shape blue princetta, fully lined with ECRU , bound all round with University red. MASTER OF SCIENCE, and MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY (The Natural Sciences) DOCTOR OF MEDICINE (DM) Scarlet panama gown of special tropical style with longer and fuller sleeves than that of masters’ gown with sleeves lined and piped black, pointed with facings and yoke piped black : Hood, Red and lined with PURPLE, (NO MORTARBOARD) DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (DBA) Scarlet panama gown of special tropical style with longer and fuller sleeves than that of masters’gown with sleeves lined and piped black, pointed with facings and yoke piped black: Hood, full shape RED PANAMA fully lined with ORANGE , bound all round with University red. BLACK VELVET MORTARBOARD WITH BLACK TASSEL. DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PhD) Scarlet panama gown of special tropical style with longer and fuller sleeves than that of masters’ gown with sleeves lined and piped black, pointed with facings and yoke piped black : Hood, full shape BLACK PANAMA fully lined with red and bound as for Masters’ hood; BLACK VELVET MORTARBOARD WITH BLACK TASSEL .

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GREETINGS FROM THE UWI ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Please always remain involved with your Alma Mater whether through: the Pelican Perks Advantage Programme which allows you to get discounts at stores and businesses via your UWI Alumni Association (UWIAA) Chapter membership; by contributing stories of your achievements and innovations via the UWI Nexus and UWI Connect publications or the Global UWI Alumni Hub (uwiglobalalumnihub.com); the Soft and Life Skills Webinars; the Alumni Engagement Programme; or E-Mentorship, by sharing your knowledge and experiences with students and young graduates. Your University has celebrated its 75 th Anniversary this year. Your relationship with The UWI is extremely important to us, so please remain engaged with your Alma Mater and explore the many ways you can share your expertise with our future alumni: our students, by contacting the Campus Alumni Relations Officers or myself. Importantly, Global UWI Alumni Day 2024 will be special, and even more so, if you are participants. Therefore please plan on being involved on JUNE 26, 2024. Being a part of Generation Z, I believe that, as UWI graduates, you will help to create stable, productive Caribbean societies, and collectively work to protect our Region from challenges like climate change, global pandemics and other obstacles. As stated in the UWI Alumni Pledge, I invite you all to be “catalysts for Caribbean development and leadership.” There are UWI Pelicans all over the Caribbean, and the world, making their communities and societies better places to be, and I am confident that you will each also make your unique contributions. My warmest wishes to you all as you start your professional journeys!

Congratulations to the class of 2023! Universities produce mavericks, entrepreneurs, public and private sector professionals, educators, financiers, IT & AI specialists, health & wellness professionals, scientists, engineers, communicators, marketers, innovators and many more types of experts - who all lead each generation of their nations, and also influence and shape the futures of thousands of citizens. Class of 2023, as graduates, you represent The UWI’s richest potential and you are our greatest product! However, I must point out that you have big shoes to fill as you are entering the workforce after 75 years of UWI graduates who have already helped to build the Caribbean nations you are inheriting. However it is your time now! We trust that you will create societies and legacies that you will enjoy as you build them, and also that you will be proud to leave behind for the next generation, as you take your UWI experience and knowledge into your various professional spheres. I encourage you to look to the future with hope, purpose, vision and passion. I am honoured to salute you all and your achievements today and I do so with immense Pelican Pride. As a fellow UWI graduate, I am delighted to officially welcome you to the UWI Graduate Family and to bring you special congratulations on behalf of the wider global alumni population.

Celia Davidson Francis Director, Alumni Relations for The UWI

“One UWI, One Alumni Family”

MAKE YOUR MARK at THE UWI FIVE ISLANDS! Alumni and friends are encouraged to contribute to the continuing development of the campus!

Visit uwi.edu/alumnionline or contact: Institutional Advancement Division, The UWI Regional Headquarters, 2 Hermitage Road, Kingston 7, Jamaica, W.I. Tel: 876-977-1600

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“One UWI, One Alumni Family”

We invite you to keep your UWI connections and networks throughout your lifetime, with membership in the UWI Alumni Association (UWIAA). Benefit from networking for professional development. Continually enhance your skills through conferences and seminars. Enjoy mentoring opportunities. Treasure and maintain valuable friendships through your alma mater and show your Pelican Pride! The UWI Alumni Pledge As a graduate of The University of the West Indies, I commit myself to uphold the ideals and goals of my alma mater. My conduct and voice shall reflect the commitment to excellence of “The Light Rising from the West”, as I fulfill my social and professional responsibilities and serve my community and region. I will strive to ensure The UWI’s place as a Caribbean icon: the catalyst for Caribbean development and leadership. It is a legacy that I will proudly help build for future generations. The UWI – First in our hearts and first in our region.

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THE UNIVERSITY SONG “There is a Light” by Noel Dexter

From Caribbean Islands Guyana and Belize Was born our University Of the West Indies Proud symbol of our oneness Our strength in unity With vision clear you came along To shape our destiny

To follow after knowledge The truth to seek and find To teach us love and justice To liberate the mind

Today we see you rising A light out of the West That guides the feet of all who seek The noblest and the best

Chorus There is a light that is rising From out of the West And proud bearers of that light Are we, So we follow those whose work has brought glory to you name, Making a better world for you and for me

Now from your noble portals Your sons and daughters go, To face a world of challenges To conquer every foe, We’ll work and play together And as time marches on, We’ll ne’er forget the lesson that We let our big drums roll loud And steel pans ping, ping, pong. For you have shaped our lives so That we can truly say To you we owe our gratitude A debt we can’t repay “De whole a wi a one” U.W. I. we praise you We lift our voice in song

Repeat Chorus

This is our University of the West Indies

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HIGHLIGHTS OF DEVELOPMENTS IN THE UNIVERSITY – 2022/2023

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Cave Hill Launches 60 th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee Celebrations Launched with an interfaith service and followed by a campus-wide parade, the activities to celebrate Cave Hill’s 60 th anniversary got off to a rousing start. The milestone year includes a blue-ribbon Legacy Lecture Series themed “Building Resilience, Building Nations”, and featured a lineup of UWI scholars and thought leaders from across various disciplines. Monthly parish hikes and frequent bus tours took eager participants on heritage focused trails across Barbados. Early childhood literacy is also being addressed with a reading programme in collaboration with the Barbados National Library Service and the charity Kids in Action. Additional community engagement and environmental activities, such as beach clean-ups, are scheduled for the remainder of the year.

• UWI Scientists Involved in Global Cancer Study

Two scientists from the Cave Hill Campus are among a team of 16 transnational investigators involved in a global cancer study with groundbreaking implications. The Cave Hill co-principals are the Director of the George Alleyne Chronic Disease Research Centre and Coordinator of the MPhil & PhD programmes in Public Health, Dr. Natalie Greaves. World-class Support for Students UWI students are set to benefit from a strategic partnership with Deloitte & Touche, which underpins the provision of scholarships and programmes to enhance their workforce readiness. The “World Class Initiative” is part of the company’s social responsibility programme. Bridgetown–Caracas Cultural Exchanges An agreement with the National Experimental University of the Arts (UNEARTE) of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela is now in place to facilitate cultural education, training, and artistic collaboration. The partnership will support the exchange of students, professors, researchers, and artists in the fields of performing and audiovisual arts, music, dance, theatre, and museums.

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• Students experience International Trade Finance with African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) Graduates of the Master’s in International Trade Policy (MITP) Adiella Lewis and Brettney Romeo were the first awardees in the internship programme with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). The Afreximbank specialises in providing trade finance to the African continent to develop and promote trade in Africa.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF DEVELOPMENTS IN THE UNIVERSITY – 2022/2023

• Dukes Agricultural Research Park to Advance Food Sovereignty in the Caribbean A groundbreaking ceremony marked another milestone towards the launch of the Dukes Agricultural Research Park at Dukes St. Thomas. The project, which is funded through a generous bilateral grant between the People’s Republic of China and the Government of Barbados, will support training, research, and innovation in the agricultural sector.

• The UWI/RBC Race for the Kids Returned to the Road

After three years of virtual races, the Campus was excited to return to hosting the annual Scholarship Fundraiser 5K Walk/Run. On March 12, 2023 more than 1,500 participants enjoyed an evening of family fun and entertainment for a very worthy cause. RBC’s Managing Director for Barbados, Shimon McIntosh, expressed extreme delight at the tremendous turnout. Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor R. Clive Landis, also shared his excitement about the return to an in-person event, which raised BBD120,000. The Magic of Numbers Hundreds of students experienced the magic of numbers when renowned “Mathemagician” Professor Arthur Benjamin led a series of workshops hosted by the Department of Computer Science, Mathematics and Physics. The Professor, also known as the world’s fastest human calculator, shared exciting tips and tricks for quick calculations.

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• Annual Financial Support for Research in Environmental Resilience and Sustainability

On June 21, 2023, a Memorandum of Understanding between the UWI-CERMES and Harris Paints formalised the provision of an annual grant valued at USD20,000 for the next five years to assist research and improve access to postgraduate training in environmental resilience and sustainability.

• Distinguished Owen Arthur Memorial Lecture

The 2 nd Owen Arthur Memorial Lecture was held under the theme “The Future of CARICOM Single Market and Economy a Lived Reality Towards Building Sustainable Economic Development and Resilience” . CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Bennett delivered the engaging feature presentation, highlighting the challenges, opportunities and risks associated with the effective functioning of the CSME. Frank Worrell Memorial Lecture Prime Minister of Barbados, The Honourable Mia Amor Mottley delivered the 22 nd Frank Worrell Memorial Lecture, under the theme “Cricket Lovely Cricket — It is more than Bat and Ball”. Her discussion covered a range of challenges facing cricket in the Caribbean and recommendations for rebuilding the popular sport, including changes to community cricket and governance.

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