Principal's Message
One of my priorities as Principal of the UWI, Mona, is to expand and update communication with our globe-spanning alumni network.
Mona e-Connection, the UWI, Mona Campus’ alumni newsletter Read More
Message from The President, UWIAA, Jamaica Chapter
The UWI Alumni Association (UWIAA), Jamaica Chapter congratulates the Mona Campus on the launch of its quarterly alumni newsletter. It is a bold new step in the right direction. Read More
Message from the President of the UWI Medical Alumni Association (UWIMAA), Jamaica Chapter
It is my pleasure to contribute to the inaugural UWI Mona Campus Alumni Newsletter.
Our experience on the Mona Campus undoubtedly helped to shape our lives. Read More
UWI Township Project: All about being a caring neighbour
Mona campus has adopted the Greater August Town community, and has begun its engagement in the holistic, long term development of this neighbouring community. Jevoun Huffstead, the first recipient of the UWI Challenge Scholarship speaks to this relationship. Read More
Annmarie Dundas-Edwards: A passion for knowledge
“Believe nothing is impossible; eat peanut butter sandwiches; take gingko biloba,” elements in the prescription for success from Annmarie Dundas-Edwards, whose high school crush on an injured male teacher at Meadowbrook, lead her into the field of physical therapy. At age 42 she topped her graduating class with a GPA of 4.17! Read More
Mike McLaughlin: Making waves as an Actuary
Ever wondered how the mighty Chancellor Hall lost its cherished Sacred Heart Bell? Finally the true story is revealed. It seems the same wit and brawn that enabled the ‘mischievous schemer’ and his team to hatch and execute the plan to hoist the bell back then, has helped make Mike McLaughlin into one of the world’s most successful actuaries. Read More
Carl Bruce: Mental toughness and stamina drives success
An impeccable memory and an unforgettable Campus experience allow Carl Bruce to easily recount the finest details of his time at Mona, which started some 22 years ago. Now one of the Caribbean most sought-after Consultant Neurosurgeons shares his story, and explains why he is back to where it all began. Read More
UWI Initiatives Boost Agriculture Sector
Teaching farmers how to correctly grow plants such as ackee, breadnut, pineapple, ginger, sarsaparilla and chainy root using tissue culture is but one of the many initiatives been undertaken by UWI, Mona to help resuscitate the agricultural sector and agri-food industry. Much more is happening as our faculty and students conduct research into organic farming practices. Read More
Living the Mona Connection on the volleyball court
The stands are filled with anxious faces. The whistle sounds, the game starts on the court six women crouch in anticipation, concentration etched on their faces, broken only by occasional nervous smiles and encouragement from teammates. Read More
Supporting the Agricultural Sector
Fact is, several faculties cutting Read More
Jamaica’s Casino Initiative
When the Government of Jamaica announced its intention to introduce casino gaming it sparked off a fiery debate. Read More
Research for Development
Central to the operations of the UWI, Mona is its research activity – both pure and applied. Read More
