SUNDAY 22 JANUARY, 2017 – UWI TODAY
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CAMPUS NEWS
The UWI Development and Endowment Fund’s
(UWIDEF)
all-inclusive UWI Fete is all-new in 2017 with
new event managers, Caesar’s Army, at the helm. They
unveiled the theme, Wanderlust – Taste the World for this
year’s Fete, carded for January 29, 2017 from noon to 8pm
at The UWI St Augustine, Grounds of the Office of the
Campus Principal.
“UWI Fete has always been known for its quality ever
since its inception as the country’s first all-inclusive fete –
we aim to raise expectations. Having Caesar’s Army as our
event management team for 2017, will undoubtedly raise
the bar once again,” said the Chairman of UWIDEF, Ewart
Williams, as he welcomed the new management.
More than just a party, UWI Fete’s proceeds go towards
fundraising for scholarships and bursaries for deserving
students. Jules Sobion, CEO of Caesar’s Army expressed his
desire to create “an enhanced experience – not just a party or
fete. There will be something for everyone; a mix of the old
and the new.” He elaborated that this year’s theme is set to
FETE TO FUND EDUCATION
Many beneficiaries of The UWIDEF huddle together for a happy moment with some board members and academic staff. From left (front row): Jerry Medford, board member; Deirdre Charles, board member; Brian
Copeland, Pro Vice Chancellor and Campus Principal; Lisa Wickham, board member; David Lewis, board member; Kenrick Nobbee, secretary of the board; Heather Cateau, Dean of Faculty of Humanities and
Education; Indar Ramnarine, Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology; Rhoda Reddock, Deputy Principal
be a “Foodie’s Paradise.” Patrons will have the opportunity to
have a taste of the foods from six countries – Africa, China
and India – three previous themes of UWI Fete and France,
Italy and Mexico.
The coveted slots for UWI Fete’s performance line-up
thus far include Machel Montano, Roy Cape All Stars and
Dil-e-Nadan. More acts will be revealed in the new year.
The Fete continues to be possible thanks to steadfast
dedication of the UWIDEF Committee. Their work
continues to provide the young people of Trinidad and
Tobago and the region with opportunities for higher
education despite the challenging economic environment
nationally, regionally and internationally.
Early-bird UWI Fete 2017 tickets
are available for TT$1,100
at some Republic Bank outlets, from The UWI, and, online
at
ticketfederation.com
. Regular tickets will be at a cost
of TT$1,250. Limited tickets for UWI Alumni Association
Members will be available for TT$1,000.
