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Thousands Brave the Inclement Weather to Attend UWI St. Augustine Open Days 2025

For Release Upon Receipt - May 26, 2025

St. Augustine


St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago – May 26, 2025 – The University of the West Indies (The UWI), St. Augustine Campus hosted its Open Days 2025 on May 17 and 18, welcoming more than 3,000 registered guests to the JFK Quadrangle over the two-day event. The free public event was designed to give prospective students, parents, professionals and alumni a closer look at the academic and personal growth opportunities available at The UWI.

 

 Attendees take part in a CPR demonstration at the Faculty of Medical Sciences booth at The UWI Open Days 2025, Day 2, held on Sunday, May 18th, 2025

 Thousands of prospective students engaged with the Campus resulting in a significant boost in possible students across multiple programmes. The event also reinforced ongoing efforts to encourage final-year undergraduates to consider postgraduate studies at UWI, with tailored engagement strategies aimed at helping them see the value of continuing their academic journey right here at home.

 

 Prospective students engage with the application process at The UWI Application Center during Day 2 of The UWI Open Days 2025, held on Sunday, May 18th.

 There was a tremendous response to the career guidance sessions, which helped students better understand their options and how their interests can align with future careers. Parents also found great value in the financial information sessions, which covered the cost of programmes, details on Government Assistance for Tuition Expenses (GATE) Programme, and the more than 335 scholarships and bursaries available to students to make access to tertiary education more affordable.

 

 Prospective students participate in Career Assessment Sessions, hosted by Ms. Nandi Mitchell, during Day 2 of The UWI Open Days 2025, held on Sunday, May 18th, 2025.

 Guests explored a world of possibilities, from undergraduate and postgraduate degrees to certificate and professional development programmes. The Open Days featured interactive booths from all eight faculties, guided campus tours, innovation showcases and hands-on activities. Attendees engaged directly with faculty, student ambassadors and student support services staff to gain personalised insights into university life.

 

 A wide view of the crowd gathered at The UWI St. Augustine Campus on Day 2 of UWI Open Days 2025, held on Sunday, May 18th.

  For individuals who were unable to attend the Open Days, the university encourages them to visit its website at https://sta.uwi.edu/apply/  and to follow its social media platforms for upcoming “Taster” and “Ask UWI” Sessions. These sessions offer virtual insights into the diverse range of programmes available at The UWI St. Augustine Campus. To learn more about the campus’ postgraduate programmes, interested persons can view the Post Graduate Video Series on The UWI St. Augustine YouTube Channel

 

 Attendees, joined by Professor Duraisamy Saravanakumar, Director of Graduate Studies and Research, participate in a scientific experiment at the Faculty of Science and Technology booth during Day 1 of The UWI Open Days 2025, held on Saturday, May 17th.

 

 

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