News Releases

Two pervasive plants are poised to make a significant contribution to scientific discovery in Barbados, that could lead to revolutionary outcomes in nutraceutical and other potency applications as well as functional foods.
 

The George Alleyne Chronic Disease Research Centre at The UWI Cave Hill, in partnership with the Shaw Centre for Paediatric Excellence, embarks on a study to shape policies that better support children’s health on the island.

The University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus and the British Virgin Islands International Arbitration Centre (BVI IAC) have formalised their partnership in support of students and research into dispute resolution.
 The two parties signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) earlier this month to promote arbitration and other means of dispute resolution. Under the agreement, the BVI IAC will offer internships and fellowships to students from Cave Hill, and support their participation in moot competitions.
 

 The University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus is once again playing a significant role in a critical area of national development in Barbados.

Barbados has unveiled the world’s first vehicle powered by renewable natural gas (RNG) from Sargassum seaweed, rum distillery wastewater and Blackbelly sheep manure, and The UWI Cave Hill Campus came in for high praise for its pioneering role in this renewable energy project.  

Four outstanding regional citizens will be honoured for their remarkable contributions to society when The University of the West Indies at Cave Hill stages its annual graduation ceremony next month. The four: a regional head of state, a hotel executive, a public health advocate and a cultural stalwart will be conferred honorary doctorates on October 19, 2024.        

“Sonny contributed much to the development of Caribbean civilization and institutions. I am sorry for his passing, but I am proud of his contributions. In every sense he was one of our greatest leaders and impactful citizens.”    

The University of the West Indies (The UWI) has introduced a new inter-campus initiative, a global online graduate business school, geared towards exporting Caribbean knowledge to the world.
 

After almost two years of finalising its operational procedures and negotiations, The University of the West Indies (The UWI) is set to launch its first-of-its-kind global online graduate business school focused on leadership within the context of supporting the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Having recited the Hippocratic Oath, a time-honored tradition for medical graduates, over 40 newly minted physicians-in-waiting are poised to formally take up duties as doctors. The Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) Class of 2024 of The University of the West Indies, Cave Hill campus participated in an Oath Taking Ceremony on July 30. The Oath, a rite of passage for medical professionals symbolizes their commitment to ethical medical practices and compassionate patient care, serving as a solemn promise to uphold the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism in the field of medicine.