UB Releases New Research on Sweethearting in The Bahamas; Explores Adult Aggression, Sexual Promiscuity, Emotional Dependence
20th February 2026 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — A controversial practice that has long occupied a prominent and visible space in the Bahamian society for generations, sweethearting, is the latest subject of empirical, scholarly research published by University of The Bahamas (UB). UB’s open-access journal, the International Journal of Bahamian Studies (IJBS), has released a “special” […]
University of The Bahamas Honouring Alumni Leaders and Trailblazers at Awards Ceremony
4th February 2026 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS – From families who believed deeply in education and quiet communities where hard work and sacrifice were daily lessons, to boardrooms, classrooms, health care facilities and news organizations across the nation and beyond, the latest cadre of University of The Bahamas (UB) outstanding alumni embody excellence and successes that […]
UB President Outlines Vision to Advance Student Success, Access, and Civic Leadership
22nd January 2026 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — University of The Bahamas (UB) is charting an ambitious transformation that includes becoming a 50 percent residential campus within the next four years while deepening its role as a driver of national development, civic responsibility, and innovation. UB President Dr. Robert Blaine, III, outlined the vision during his […]
Disney Cruise Line and University of The Bahamas Expand Programme for Free Workforce Training in Abaco and Eleuthera
16th January 2026 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — A groundbreaking collaboration between Disney Cruise Line (DCL) and University of The Bahamas (UB) will expand this year to further strengthen the tourism and hospitality workforce in the Family Islands through the Leading Light Programme. The programme first launched in 2024, offering hospitality, leadership and job readiness training […]
UB’s Small Island Sustainability Programme Increases Capacity for Environmental and Climate Solutions
17th December 2025 Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — University of The Bahamas (UB) is positioning the nation at the forefront of Small Island Sustainability (SIS) studies, and its GTR Campbell Small Island Sustainability Research Complex (SIRC) is at the centre of growing capacity in this crucial area. At a recent open house and soft opening that showcased […]
Higher Education Community Celebrates University of The Bahamas’ Advancement to Accreditation Candidacy
12th December 2025 Faculty, staff and students of University of The Bahamas (UB) as well as champions and supporters of higher education, are congratulating UB on attaining accreditation candidacy with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). SACSCOC made the announcement this week at its Annual General Meeting held at […]
STATEMENT FROM ACADEMIC SENATE ON AWARDING OF ACCREDITATION CANDIDACY TO UB FROM SACSCOC
8th December 2025 The Academic Senate is proud to stand with the Board, the Administration, the faculty, staff, and students of the University of The Bahamas as UB is granted accreditation candidacy by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). This milestone recognises UB’s commitment to academic excellence, institutional integrity, and […]
SACSCOC Approves University of The Bahamas for Accreditation Candidacy
7th December 2025 The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) announced today it has approved University of The Bahamas (UB) as a candidate for accreditation, an historic milestone. President of SACSCOC Dr. Stephen Pruitt made the announcement during his address at the SACSCOC Annual General Meeting being held in Nashville, Tennessee. […]