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UWI Installs New Guild Council to Foster Student Integration and Welfare

For Release Upon Receipt - June 16, 2023

St. Augustine


Ms. Aishwarya Maharaj, newly installed Guild president is congratulated by Professor Indar Ramnarine, Deputy Principal, The UWI St. Augustine Campus 

ST. AUGUSTINE, Trinidad and Tobago. Friday 16th, June 2023 - The University of West Indies (The UWI) St. Augustine Campus is pleased to announce the installation of its new Guild Council, a momentous occasion that coincides with the institution's ongoing 75th Anniversary celebrations. This milestone not only signifies The University's rich history and achievements but also presents unique opportunities for collaboration and engagement between students, faculty, and administration. 

Following an engaging election campaign season, The UWI is proud to introduce the newly appointed Guild Council. The student Guild at The UWI plays a pivotal role in representing the interests and welfare of the student population, fostering integration and providing a platform for active student participation, thereby contributing to the vibrant and dynamic university ecosystem. 

The new members who took their oath of office to serve for the year 2023/2024 at an installation ceremony on June 1, 2023 are as follows: 

Name

 

Position

 

 

Ms. Aishwarya Maharaj

 

President

 

 

Mr. Tyrese St. Louis

 

Vice President

 

 

Ms. Tishia John

 

Secretary

 

 

Mr. Inool Nabbie

 

Treasurer

 

 

Mr. Bradley Osbourne

 

Post Graduate President

 

 

Ms. Felicia Hector

 

Public Relations Officer

 

 

Mr. Joshua Fedryck Hinds

 

Publications Committee Chairperson

 

 

Ms. Kedisha Bethelmy

 

Student Activities Committee Chairperson

 

 

Ms. Shovonne George

 

Games Committee Chairperson

 

 

Ms. Amelia Ramkissoon

 

National Affairs Committee Chairperson

 

 

Ms. Crystal A. Singh

 

International Affairs Committee Chairperson

 

 

Mr. Shaquille Wilson

 

ICT Chairperson

 

 

Ms. Joanna Glasgow

 

Faculty of Engineering Rep.

 

 

Ms. Mercedes Archer

 

Faculty of Food and Agriculture Rep.

 

 

Ms. Haile Mungal

 

Faculty of Humanities and Education Rep.

 

 

Mr. Koffi Paul

 

Faculty of Law Rep.

 

 

Mr. Liam Mohammed

 

Faculty of Science and Technology Rep.

 

 

Ms. Crystel Agard

 

Faculty of Social Sciences Rep.

 

 

Ms. Alexandria Douglas

 

Faculty of Sport Rep.

 

 

Mr. Jonathan Salamat

 

Faculty of Medical Sciences Rep.

 

 

Ms. Shenelle Vincent

 

Evening and Part-time Rep.

 

 

Mr. Harvey Vijay Sharma

 

JGI Hall of Residence Chairperson

 

 

Nickeil Aki Teesdale

 

Canada Hall of Residence Chairperson

 

 

Niron John

 

SAL Hall of ResidenceChairperson

 

 

Ms. Kirby Moses

 

Gender Affairs Officer

 

 

Ms. Amrutha Chandramohan

 

Guild Librarian

 

 

Under the leadership of Aishwarya Maharaj, the newly installed Guild president, the council aims to unite the student body to overcome challenges and pursue their innovative ideas. Ms. Maharaj is the fifth female Guild president at The UWI St. Augustine Campus to be elected. The other four female presidents were elected in 1983, 2000, 2005 and 2007 respectively. 

In her inaugural address, Maharaj emphasized the importance of strengthening the relationship with The University’s administration to ensure students' interests are effectively met and was quoted as saying that the new Guild Executive was looking forward to “engaging in fruitful discussions as we work together to ensure the students' interests are prioritized.” Ms. Maharaj who is the fifth female Guild President, also acknowledged that although challenges may arise, the Guild will consistently strive to uplift the calibre of excellence among our student population, empowering them to become transformative forces. 

In fact, the inauguration of the new Guild leaders symbolises a fresh start for The UWI student body, presenting an opportunity to make a tangible difference on campus. Students continue to have a platform to voice their concerns, express their ideas and enhance the overall student engagement experience. 

Members of the new Guild Council take their oath of office at an installation ceremony on June 1st, 2023

This well-organized and collaborative student group, in partnership with The UWI administration, plays a crucial role in developing a vibrant and dynamic University ecosystem. 

Furthermore, the installation of the new Guild facilitates an unprecedented avenue for open collaboration and dialogue between students and The UWI leadership.  With ongoing and consistent student representation in place, The UWI administration can engage more closely with the Guild to develop comprehensive solutions that address their unique needs, aspirations and concerns. 

According to Maharaj, the opportunity to serve is a welcomed initiative as the youth exemplify and are a testament of the power of our unity, the strength of our conviction, and our everlasting ability to remain courageous in the face of the unknown. 

Professor Indar Ramnarine, Deputy Principal, The UWI St. Augustine Campus, extended her warm congratulations to the newly installed Guild Council encouraged them to utilise their platform to spearhead initiatives that address pressing issues and empower their fellow students to get involved in shaping the university's trajectory. 

As we look ahead, our anticipation is accompanied by immense excitement and hope, as the installation of the new Guild marks a crucial step toward building a better UWI. The UWI anticipates a future filled with remarkable collaboration, innovation, and transformative change.

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About The University of the West Indies 

The UWI 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 Open Campus, and global centres in partnership with universities in North America, Latin America, Asia, Africa and Europe. 

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. 

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 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 marks The UWI’s 75th anniversary. The Diamond jubilee milestone themed “UWI at 75. Rooted. Ready. Rising.” features initiatives purposely designed and aligned to reflect on the past, confront the present, and articulate plans for the future of the regional University. 

Learn more at www.uwi.edu  

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