Research Edge Forum Highlights Challenges and Targets for Sustainable Groundwater Management in Grand Bahama and Abaco
25th June 2021 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — Ever since Hurricane Dorian ravaged Grand Bahama and Abaco in 2019, Israeli non-governmental organization (NGO) IsraAID has been on the ground providing critical Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) support to those adversely impacted. As a result of the storm’s devastating impact on groundwater resources on both islands, IsraAID […]
ACADEMIC SEMESTER FALL 2021 COVID-19 Coronavirus Contingencies
11th June 2021 The Office of Academic Affairs wishes to advise the University community that the Academic Senate has given approval for the Fall 2021 semester to continue in the same modality as Spring 2021. As such, UB courses will continue mostly virtually until further notice. However, classes with less than 15 students will […]
Debate Series Bucks Tradition in Midst of Calls for Change in Political Culture
9th June 2021 Last month political novices shared a stage and debated issues that elevated the youth voice. Last week, what many saw as senior contenders were in the spotlight debating two of the most extraordinary threats of our time – COVID-19 and climate change. Though relatively new in this Bahamian context, political debates are […]
Vochelle Ferguson Appointed Vice President of Human Resources
30th May 2021 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — University of The Bahamas (UB) announces the appointment of Mrs. Vochelle Ferguson as Vice President, Human Resources (HR), with effect 1st June 2021. A UB alumna, Mrs. Ferguson has many years of human resources experience. As VP of HR Mrs. Ferguson will be primarily responsible for providing creative vision, […]
Allington Hunter Appointed Vice President of Finance and Business Enterprise
30th May 2021 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — University of The Bahamas (UB) announces the appointment of Mr. Allington Hunter as Vice President of Finance and Business Enterprise effective 1st June 2021. Reporting directly to the President, Mr. Hunter will work closely and collaboratively with all other vice presidents and senior administrators as well as the Chief Internal Auditor. […]
Audrey Dean-Wright Memorial Endowment Established at University of The Bahamas
28th May 2021 University of The Bahamas (UB) has cultivated the musical and educational genius of many Bahamians who have, in turn, nurtured the same prowess in others. It is this perpetual cycle that the Audrey Dean-Wright Endowment for the Arts Support Award will nurture. Not only does the award memorialize the passion, indomitable […]
Glennett Fowler to Deliver 2021 Commencement Address to UB-North Grads
28th May 2021 At a time of intense disruption balanced against emerging opportunities, new university grads will have to use their imagination and intellect to forge ahead and thrive. President and CEO of FOWLCO Ltd. Glennett Fowler will share the lessons she has learnt about adapting and succeeding in a dynamic world when she delivers […]
Meadows Family Student Award to Support Dual Degree Majors at UB
21st May 2021 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS – Now, more than ever, it is important and possible to develop a wide and varied base of knowledge. Education and experience across seemingly unconnected disciplines is the way to become and remain competitive at the highest, global levels. Pursuing dual degrees is one way for Bahamians to […]