UWI Chancellor's Week

ABOUT CHANCELLOR’S WEEK

For one week in July, thousands of alumni, students, staff and guests from across the Caribbean and the wider globe will converge at The University of the West Indies (The UWI) Mona Campus for a week of activities hosted by Chancellor Robert Bermudez.

From July 23-29, 2018, Chancellor’s Week is set to be one of the highlights of a year-long celebration of the University’s legacy of “70 years of service: 70 years of leadership.”

This “homecoming” offers a diverse and exciting programme of free and paid events which include academic gatherings, an awards function, parties and other entertainment, catering to the interests of the various age cohorts of The UWI family and the general public.

Proceeds from Chancellor’s Week will go to The UWI Regional Endowment Fund (UWIREF) to support undergraduate and graduate students, research and other developmental projects based on merit and financial need. Officially launched in July 2008 as part of the University’s 60th Anniversary celebrations, the UWIREF has since presented over 180 scholarships worth over US$1.1 million.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

MONDAY, JULY 23, 2018
WELCOME GALA RECEPTION
This reception which opens the week of activities will be hosted by the Prime Minister of Jamaica, the Most Honourable Andrew Holness, M.P., at Jamaica House. Attendance is by Invitation only.

TUESDAY JULY 24, 2018
NOSTALGIC CONVERSATIONS
An interactive public forum hosted at The UWI Regional Headquarters. The event will feature distinguished alumni reflecting on the history, contributions and achievements of The UWI, and their shared experiences.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 25, 2018
70TH ANNIVERSARY PELICAN AWARDS
This Awards ceremony organised by The UWI Alumni Association (UWIAA) will recognize seven alumni, selected by their peers and representing each decade from 1948 to present. Awardees chosen for their significant contribution to their communities and areas of endeavour.

THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 2018
PELICAN PROJECTIONS
The four campuses’ Guilds of Students will stage a panel discussion themed Pelican Projections: A University for the Future - UWI then, UWI now, UWI to come. This forum at The UWI Mona’s Faculty of Law Lecture Theatre promises to be a thought-provoking and animated panel discussion targeting students and the public, and led by young leaders from The UWI, Government and further afield.

FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2018
ONE UWI FESTIVAL AND T20 CRICKET MATCH
The festive event will bring together past and current Pelicans from the various campuses. Free and open to the public, it will feature pavilions showcasing the cuisine and culture of all The UWI campuses, competitions, entertainment and an exciting T20 cricket match between a Students team and a special Chancellor’s XI team.

SATURDAY JULY 28, 2018
PELICAN ALL WHITE BREAKFAST PARTY
A weekend-long celebration of the music, colour and culture of the Caribbean, begins at dawn with an all-inclusive event staged in collaboration with party promoters Sunnation.

SATURDAY JULY 28, 2018
UWI B4 SUMMER ENDS
Designed with party fans in mind, the liming continues into the night with a selection of great DJs. Coolers welcomed!

SUNDAY, JULY 29, 2018
CHANCELLOR’S JAZZ FAREWELL
Wine, Cheese and Jazz under the stars, will close the week on a high note. Dynamic jazz/reggae saxophonist and recording artiste, Arturo Tappin will headline a cavalcade of some of the region’s most accomplished performers.

BOOKINGS & TICKET PURCHASE

To purchase Pelican All White Breakfast Party tickets only, go to promoter Sunnation's site here:

To purchase B4 Summer Ends Party tickets only, go to promoter B4’s site here:

To purchase all other event tickets and special packages:

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS & RATES

The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel has kindly offered special reduced rates for persons from overseas, who will be attending the Vice Chancellor’s week of events, from July 23 – 29, 2018. For information on their special offer click here.

PARTNERS

The UWI gratefully acknowledges the support of our Chancellor’s Week partners.

PLATINUM PELICAN PARTNERS

GOLDEN PELICAN PARTNERS

SILVER SCHOLAR PARTNERS

BRONZE ONE UWI PARTNERS

OFFICIAL PARTNERS

SUPPORTERS

BECOME A PARTNER

Chancellor’s Week provides an impactful opportunity for other corporate entities to invest in this unique, milestone initiative, which can support their marketing and engagement objectives and simultaneously enhance their brand positioning and goodwill in the region. For more information about a tax-deductible programme partnership, please email us at 70@alumni. uwi.edu or download the Partner Prospectus HERE.

NEWS FEED

CONTACT US

Seat reservations for the public events and ticket purchases can be made by visiting the Online Booking Portal. CLICK HERE to request more information or contact the Secretariat:
Telephone: 1-876-970-0967 or Email: 70@alumni.uwi.edu.
Address:
Chancellor’s Week Secretariat
The University of the West Indies Regional Headquarters
Hermitage Road, Mona, Kingston 7, Jamaica

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