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Cave Hill and McGill Collaboration

For Release Upon Receipt - June 19, 2009

Cave Hill


An international group of 12 students with diverse backgrounds constitute the first participants in the Barbados Interdisciplinary Tropical Studies (BITS) programme, a 14-week-long session, begun on May 25 and jointly coordinated by McGill University, the UWI Cave Hill Campus, and the National Conservation Commission.  The program was made possible by an MOU signed between all three institutions, and is a landmark agreement which will provide for collaboration in teaching, research, and community service. 

Dr. Danielle Donnelly, Programme Director, noted that “this summer program is an activity-filled, hands-on study experience for students with an interest in international studies with a Caribbean flavour”.

Both Canadian and UWI students will be exposed to a wide range of agri-food-energy industries and related socio-economic issues in Barbados. Intensive course work is integrated with group project work and contributes to the formation of professionals with planning, managing, decision-making, and communication skills. Students enrolled in the program take 3 courses co-taught by Cave Hill and McGill lecturers. They also participate in project work with local mentors in industry, governmental, and non-governmental agencies.

 The program addresses a global need for experienced international professionals capable of interacting with various levels of government, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector.  

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