Proponents Call for a Deeper Focus on Sustainable Cultural Expressions
16th May 2023 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS – A deeper focus on culture, creating incentives for creative expression and increasing the production of authentic, Bahamian stories was the clarion call at a recent University of The Bahamas’ (UB’s) panel discussion held in commemoration of the country’s 50th golden jubilee of independence. UB’s School of Social […]
Businessman and Thought Leader to Deliver Spring 2023 Commencement Address at University of The Bahamas-North
10th May 2023 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — Businessman and thought leader Franklyn Butler will deliver the Spring 2023 Commencement address at the University of The Bahamas–North Commencement Ceremony in Grand Bahama scheduled for 1st June 2023 at the Grand Lucayan Resort. Mr. Butler is the President and CEO of Cable Bahamas, Ltd.; Chairman and Director […]
Luxury Car Brand HR Chief to Deliver UB Commencement Address
28th April 2023 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — A University of The Bahamas alumnus who serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) for Mercedez Benz (North America) will deliver the University of The Bahamas (UB) Spring 2023 Commencement Address to hundreds of graduates in May 2023. Lars Minns, a 1995 graduate, will share insights […]
Hodder Hall at Bishop’s University Cements Dr. Janyne Hodder’s Legacy in Higher Education
17th April 2023 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS —Janyne Hodder’s impact on Bishop’s University was cemented by the naming of a new student residence in her honour on Saturday, 15 April 2023, thus confirming her legacy as a trailblazer in higher education. Janyne Hodder Hall pays homage to Dr. Hodder who was the first woman […]
From Agency to Algorithms, Glinton-Meicholas Sparks Reflection on Society at Blue Flamingo Literary Festival
30th March 2023 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — Esteemed Bahamian poet and scholar Patricia Glinton-Meicholas has offered insights on how literature can help to foster positive societal development, especially in a digital age where content in the virtual space is not always enriching. Glinton-Meicholas delivered the opening lecture for the University of The Bahamas’ Sixth […]
Tourism Leaders Encourage Students to Consider Careers in Dynamic Industry
13th March 2023 Having a top-notch tourism product is key, but maintaining a robust pipeline for the most competent, passionate and inspired human capital to deliver service excellence makes the industry flourish. That is the message leaders in the sector drove home when they spoke to high-school students who may one day work in […]
New Appointees and Newly Elected Vice-Chair of the University of The Bahamas Board of Trustees
10th March 2023 Two eminently qualified business leaders have been appointed the newest trustees of the University of The Bahamas (UB) Board of Trustees (BOT) which has also selected a new deputy leader of the governance body. Trustee Gadville McDonald has been elected Vice-Chair of the board, headed by Chair Allyson Maynard-Gibson KC. […]
University of The Bahamas Treats U. S. Delegation to Authentic Sustainable Bahamian Breakfast
16th February 2023 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — As the world and small island developing states (SIDS) in particular face global crises, sustainability has become an even more urgent goal. Recently, the American Corner at University of The Bahamas (UB) hosted a delegation of United States and United States Embassy dignitaries at the Oakes Field […]