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Free Health Checks, Fun Games, and Endless Opportunities Await at UWI Open Days 2024

For Release Upon Receipt - April 11, 2024

St. Augustine


St. Augustine, April 11th 2024 – If you're a prospective student eager to learn about our diverse programme offerings, a parent seeking the best educational opportunities for your child, a seasoned professional looking to start a postgraduate degree or simply curious about what makes The UWI St. Augustine Campus stand out, our Open Days are designed with you in mind. Bring the family and join us for two (2) days of fun and excitement at our Open Days on Saturday, April 13th, and Sunday, April 14th, 2024 at The JFK Quadrangle, at The University of The West Indies (The UWI) St. Augustine Campus from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.

 The UWI St. Augustine Open Days are FREE to all and offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of our campus and discover the wealth of opportunities that await you. At the Open Days, attendees can explore a range of programmes spanning different levels aligned with their career paths, including postgraduate, undergraduate, certificate programmes tailored for secondary school CSEC graduates, and Continuous Professional Education programmes that cater to working professionals.

 Prospective students will also gain insights into programmes from one-on-one conversations with our knowledgeable faculty members and other passionate students. So, if you’re still indecisive,

 Here’s Why You Should Attend:

  Guidance: interact with the Government Assistance for Tuition Expenses Programme (GATE) representatives on site

 Financial Aid: learn more about 350 scholarships and financial aid options available from The Financial Advisory Services Unit of The Division of Student Services and Development. We will also have representatives from financial institutions and government entities like:

Financing Your Education: receive personal advice on financial matters from First Citizens, JMMB, Eastern Credit Union and Republic Bank Limited who will also be present to guide prospective students about options for financing their education.

Personal Touch: at the faculty booths our dedicated Faculty can share more about the programmes on offer, career paths plus current students and lecturers/coordinators will also be on hand to share their advice. Added to which, the Admissions team will be on hand to assist you in completing your application. Whether it's navigating the final steps or understanding the specifics of your desired programme, we're here to ensure a smooth process.

Direct Answers: have specific questions or need clarification on any part of the application? Our team is ready to provide the answers and guidance you need to confidently complete your application and help you move from "in progress" to "application complete," in no time.

 Explore Our Campus: beyond applications, grab the opportunity to explore our beautiful campus on guided tours led by our student champions and discover the many student support services that we offer, including housing and financial support.

You and your family will also have the chance to participate in the many engaging activities designed to enrich your Open Day experience and give you a sneak peek of the vibrant life at The UWI St. Augustine. We encourage all to have fun while learning at The UWI and here are some of the FREE activities you can expect at this weekend’s Open Days:

 Experience captivating campus tours to explore the various Faculties

Take advantage of FREE Blood Pressure Screenings to monitor your heart's health

Discover your Body Mass Index (BMI) with our Precision BMI Calculations

 Learn life-saving skills through our Interactive CPR Demonstrations

 Enhance your dental health knowledge with Oral Hygiene Demonstrations

Test your skills with our dynamic Hoops Challenge

 Feel the burn and fun on our energizing Spin Bikes

Engage in a playful workout with our Hoola Hoop challenge fun activity

Strike a pose for shots with our roaming photo booth, where you can capture memories with your friends and family

 Pose for the “Future UWI Graduate” photo booth

 View the Mode Alive-sponsored stylish student accommodation room

Plus, partake of the many food items on sale

   Our open days, generously sponsored by notable industry leaders including Republic Bank Limited, KFC, SM Jaleel, Mode Alive, KISS Baking Company, Toppers, and Hand Arnold, showcasing their steadfast support and commitment to our community.

 So spread the word and come discover the endless possibilities that await you at The UWI St. Augustine Campus. For more information visit https://sta.uwi.edu/opendays/

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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 center of all efforts to improve the well-being of people across the region for over 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 nearly 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 Global Campus, and global centres in partnership with universities in North America, Latin America, Asia, Africa, and Europe.

 The UWI offers over 1000 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 the wider world.

 The UWI has been consistently ranked among the best in the world by the most reputable ranking agency, Times Higher Education (THE). Since The UWI’s 2018 debut in THE’s rankings, it has performed well in multiple schemes—among them including World University Rankings, Golden Age University Rankings (between 50 and 80 years old), Latin America Rankings, and the 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 Well-being; Gender Equality and Climate Action.

 Learn more at www.uwi.edu   

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