Appointment of Acting Director, University Athletics
8th September 2026 University of The Bahamas (UB) announces the appointment of Mr. Sean Bastian as Acting Director, University Athletics, effective immediately. As Acting Director, Bastian will provide strategic and operational leadership for the University’s varsity sports programme, with responsibility for strengthening athletic operations, compliance, strategic planning, budgeting, facilities, events and the development of coaches […]
Appointment of Chief of Staff
7th September 2026 University of The Bahamas announces the appointment of Dr. Richine Bethell as Chief of Staff in the Office of the President, effective immediately. In this capacity, Dr. Bethell will serve as a strategic advisor and key partner to the President, supporting the coordination and execution of institutional priorities across the University. She […]
Appointment of Special Assistant to the President
7th September 2026 University of The Bahamas announces that Associate Professor Dr. Veronica Ferguson, who currently serves as Dean of Faculty, UB North, has been appointed to the additional role of Special Assistant to the President for a one-year period, effective immediately. In this capacity, Dr. Ferguson will lead two important initiatives supporting the University’s […]
Appointment of Acting Vice President Enrolment Management and Athletics
7th September 2026 University of The Bahamas (UB) announces the appointment of Mrs. Kimberley Rolle as Acting Vice-President for Enrolment Management and Athletics, effective immediately, for a one-year period. In this capacity, Rolle will build on work already underway across areas that are central to student success and the student experience as UB pursues accreditation, […]
Appointment of Acting Provost and Vice President, Academic Affairs
7th September 2026 University of The Bahamas (UB) announces the appointment of Dr. Marcella Elliott-Ferguson as Acting Provost and Vice President, Academic Affairs, effective immediately, for a one-year period. A UB alumna, Dr. Elliott-Ferguson succeeds Dr. Maria Woodside-Oriakhi, who has led efforts to strengthen Academic Affairs, its structures, processes, and overall effectiveness. The University extends […]
Remembering Dahphaney Maxine, A Cherished Member of the UB Mingoes Family
2nd September 2026 The University of The Bahamas community is mourning the passing of Dahphaney Maxine, a beloved student, student-athlete, campus leader and friend to many, who passed away on Monday, 31st August, 2026. A sophomore in the School of Education, Dahphaney was pursuing a degree in Physical Education K–12, having transitioned from the pre-Nursing programme. […]
Appointment of Interim Dean, Graduate Studies
31st August 2026 University of The Bahamas (UB) announces the appointment of Associate Professor Dr. Raquel Barr-Edgecombe as Interim Dean, Graduate Studies, effective immediately. Dr. Barr-Edgecombe steps into this role at a pivotal time for the University, as UB works to strengthen graduate education, raise academic standards and open more doors for advanced learning […]
University of The Bahamas Begins New Academic Year With Bold Innovations to Transform Student Experience
12th August 2026 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS – Transforming the living and learning experience at University of The Bahamas (UB) is taking centre stage as the national university enters the 2026-2027 academic year with a major focus on infrastructure upgrades, technology, student services and operational excellence. From President Dr. Robert Blaine, III, and members of […]