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Today, the Department continues to be the multicultural hub of the UWI St. Augustine Campus that encourages innovation and creativity in teaching and learning.<\/p>\n<p>At the Department, we are committed to quality tertiary education for graduates destined to perform in the Caribbean space as well as globally. Our staff, comprising 35 full-time and part-time lecturers, and 12 highly trained instructors are intellectual and industry leaders who foster a diverse community and expose our students to a worldview respectful of differences. Our research agenda connects the Caribbean with the rest of our continent and with the global community.<\/p>\n<p>The DMLL commands regional and global recognition. 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