COVID-19

FAQs

How can we protect ourselves if we don't know who is infected?

Stay safe by taking some simple precautions, such as physical distancing, wearing a mask, especially when distancing cannot be maintained, keeping rooms well ventilated, avoiding crowds and close contact, regularly cleaning your hands, and coughing into a bent elbow or tissue.

When should I get tested for COVID-19?

Anyone with symptoms should be tested, wherever possible. Those without symptoms but have had close contact with someone who is, or may be, infected may also consider testing. Contact local health experts and follow their guidance. While a person is waiting for test results, they should remain isolated from others.

What is the difference between isolation and quarantine?

Quarantine is used for anyone who is a contact of someone with COVID-19 whether you have symptoms or not. You must remain separated from others because you have been exposed to the virus.Isolation is used for people with COVID-19 symptoms or who have tested positive for the virus.Being in isolation means being separated from other people, ideally in a medically facility where you can receive clinical care.

KEY CONTACTS

UB Main Line (New Providence):

(242) 302-4300

Health Services:

(242) 302-4379, 302-4556

healthservices@ub.edu.bs

Emergencies: 823-3792

UB-NORTH (Grand Bahama):

(242) 688-5900

Hotline – (242) 439-2029

Vaccination Bookings:

vax.gov.bs

Symptoms and General Enquiries:
502-7382/3/6, 502-7388/9, 502-4825
502-4832, 502-6385, 502-6386
376-9387

Workplace Exposure:
502-4839, 502-4874

Domestic & Int’l. travel:
502-0829, 826-7262

Since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, there have been several waves of infectious. Globally, there have been more than 4.5 million cases and 68,000 deaths. University of The Bahamas remains vigilant in its prevention and response measures to reduce the risks of infection. But sustained success will depend upon how disciplined each person is in complying with these protocols. Wearing face masks properly to cover the nose and mouth, keeping at least six feet apart and frequently sanitizing our hands, as well as getting vaccinated are direct actions that we can all take to overcome this novel coronavirus.

This COVID-19 Response & Updates page provides information on national announcements, key contacts, university regulations and risk reduction measures for students, employees and members of the public to keep our University community safe.

Relief

COVID-19 Relief Fund

“You cannot predict all of the possible challenges but you have to be prepared that as soon as a challenge comes to light, you’re ready to act quickly to resolve those issues. As soon as we encounter an issue or a challenge we have a plan of action to put in place immediately. And that is what University of The Bahamas has been doing.”

– Rodney D. Smith, Ed.D. President & CEO

The Challenge

In September 2019, Hurricane Dorian ripped through the University of The Bahamas-North campus in Grand Bahama, causing severe damage to the administrative block, classrooms, the residential facility and most of the technology. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic, has adversely affected more than 210 countries around the world, including The Bahamas. In accordance with the protocols of the Government of The Bahamas, The Bahamas Ministry of Health and University of The Bahamas effective Monday, 16th March 2020, all UB campuses, centres and business operations transitioned to remote operations. As a precaution, most of our students residing in university dorms were advised to return home; this included our Family Island students.

Like most universities across the globe, remote instruction and communications commenced using online applications. In an effort to ensure University seniors have the opportunity to complete final courses and graduate as scheduled this spring and for remaining students to progress through the semester, classes continued via online applications. However, we confront another challenge. While we have moved our courses online, some Family Island students do not have the necessary equipment needed to complete their assignments.

#UBCOVID-19 Relief Fund

To date, approximately 4,600 students, 210 faculty and 438 staff are working remotely. Many are in need of technology and devices to efficiently deliver class content and fulfil daily work/class demands. Some Family Island students are challenged to keep up with the online course rigor due to the lack of laptops, tablets or stable Wi-Fi services at home. Meanwhile, some students in New Providence and Grand Bahama are in need of basic food items and hygiene supplies on a day-to-day basis. In response, the University established the #UBCOVID-19 Relief Fund for students, faculty and staff impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Contributions to this fund will assist those in need with a special focus on Family Island students who, as a result of this crisis, have had to return home. Those students who are unable to leave dormitory facilities because of financial constraints will also benefit from your donation. As a University, we are mindful of the extraordinary pressure the country, including the business community, is facing. However, we are requesting your kind consideration of any cash or in-kind gift of laptops, cell phones, tablets, portable Wi Fi devices or other donations to the UBCares Pantry.

Download: Covid-19 Emergency Relief Fund Application for Technology

Ways to Give

Step by Step

Ways to Give & How to Donate to the COVID-19 Relief Fund

Ways to Give

There are many ways to make a gift to University of The Bahamas. Listed here are a variety of ways to support the University and help meet the increasing educational needs for students as well as provide resources to bolster the University’s mission and help us during this extraordinary time. Gifts of all sizes matter!

Direct Deposit or Wire Transfer

Due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements, Business Office staff are working remotely.

Direct deposits or wire transfers can be made to:

Royal Bank of Canada
Carmichael Road Branch
Credit to: University of The Bahamas
Account Number: 05165-1067925
Additional Information: COVID – 19 Relief Fund

For identification and processing of the donation a screenshot of the Donor’s payment receipt must be emailed to the Business Office – Accounts Receivable| Email to:accountsreceivable@ub.edu.bs

On-Line Giving

Support the COVID-19 Relief Fund by online giving, see links below.

Make a donation: https://www.justgiving.com/uni-bahamas-us

US Citizens: www.facebook.com/UBUSFoundation

Canadian Citizens: www.facebook.com/CFUBFoundation

By Mail
Please send your checks to:

University of The Bahamas
Division of Institutional Advancement
Oakes Field Campus
University Drive
P.O. Box N-4912
Nassau, The Bahamas

For Canadian Citizens

Canadian Friends of University of The Bahamas

REGUS
1250 René Lévesque West
Suite 2200
Montreal, QC
H3B 4W8

Wire Transfer
For wire transfer instructions, please contact:

Dino Hernandez
Vice President of Institutional Advancement & Alumni Affairs
Phone: 242-397-2667 or 242-376-2173
US 248-390-3307

For more information, contact Division of Institutional Advancement:

Peter Mitchell – peter.mitchell@ub.edu.bs

Kandice Eldon – kandice.eldon@ub.edu.bs

Judith Smith – judith.smith@ub.edu.bs

Visit our UB COVID-19 Web page: https://www.ub.edu.bs/covid-19

#UBCOVID-19ReliefFund
#GIVEToUBCares
#StillUBStrong

Gifts of Stocks and Bonds
Donating appreciated securities, including stocks and bonds, is an easy and tax effective way to make a gift to University of The Bahamas, Donors can make a gift via electronic transfer. Please contact our Division of Institutional Advancement for instructions on how to transfer stocks or bonds from a brokerage or investment account to the University. There are special rules for valuing a gift of stock. The value of the charitable gift of stock is determined by taking the mean between the high and the low stock price on the date of the gift. Other gifts such as real estate or retirement benefits, including such investments an IRA 401(k), 403(b), pension or other tax deferred plan can also be assigned to the university. Please contact 242-397-2667.

Gifts-In-Kind
University of The Bahamas also accepts gifts-in-kind or non-cash donations of materials or long-lived assets that are relevant and further the work and mission of departments or programs at the University. Donors will be asked to complete a gift-in-kind donation form. US citizens per IRS regulations, any items a donor values at $500 requires the donor to complete IRS Form 8283. Any item the donor values over $5,000 also requires IRS Form 8283 be completed as well as providing a written appraisal of the donated goods.

For more information, please contact Dino Hernandez at dino.hernandez@ub.edu.bsor 242-397-2667.

What to Donate

Donate Technology & Wifi Access

Technology Needs

Donate new or gently used technology (laptops & tablets) or access to data packages.

Technology Drop Off Information

Step 1

Call andemail in advance to:
Glenn Miller, Director, University Police
Email: glenn.miller@ub.edu.bs
Bridgette Stuart, IT Asset Inventory Manager, Office of Information Technology
Email: bridgette.stuart@ub.edu.bs
Work Cell: | 809-0456

Step 2

Between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. drop donated goods to University of The Bahamas Main Security Booth on University Drive.

Step 3

Fill out requisite forms provided by Security, be sure to leave contact information including an email address.

Step 4

The University of The Bahamas Division of Institutional Advancement team will email confirmation of receipt to the donor along with Gift In-Kind Acceptance form for completion.

Visit our UB COVID-19 Web page: https://www.ub.edu.bs/covid-19

#UBCOVID-19ReliefFund
#GIVEToUBCares
#StillUBStrong

For consideration, donation package options to include laptops, tablets or data package vouchers for home or cell phone use.

Sample Ways to Give:

$10.00 Gift Covers the Cost of One (1) Face Mask for UB Student, Faculty or Staff Member
$20.00 Gift Covers the Cost of (1) Face Mask for UB and One (1) Mask Gifted to a First Responder
$50.00 GiftProvides Canned Goods to Replenish our UB Student Pantry
$100.00 GiftCovers Cell Phone Credit for Students using an ALIV or BTC cellphone
$300.00 GiftCovers the Base Cost of (1) Tablet or iPad for a Student
$600.00 GiftCovers the Base Cost of (1) Entry Level Laptop
$1000.00 GiftCovers a Laptop and Cellphone for (1) Student

UBCares Pantry

Help Fill Our Pantry with Items UB Students May Need

UBCares:

Hygiene products
Dry goods
Canned goods and snacks
Water
Cleaning supplies
Over the counter medications

UB CaresPantry Drop Off Information

Step 1

Call andemail in advance to:
Glenn Miller, Director, University Police
Email: glenn.miller@ub.edu.bs
Nyisha Tilus, Events Coordinator, Dean of Students’ Office
Email: nyisha.tilus@ub.edu.bs
Main Security Booth| 302-4566

Step 2

Between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. drop donated goods to University of The Bahamas Main Security Booth on University Drive.

Step 3

Fill out requisite forms provided by Security, be sure to leave contact information including an email address.

Step 4

The University of The Bahamas Division of Institutional Advancement team will email confirmation of receipt to the donor along with Gift In-Kind Acceptance form for completion.

Thank you for the consideration. Together, we will remain UB Strong!

Contact Us

Dino Hernandez, Vice President, Division of Institutional Advancement
Email: Dino.Hernandez@ub.edu.bs

Kandice Eldon, Executive Director, Corporate Foundation & Relations
Telephone: 302-4354
Email: kandice.eldon@ub.edu.bs

Peter Mitchell, Director, Office of Development
Telephone: 302-4388
Email: peter.mitchell@ub.edu.bs

For UBCARES, contact:

Nyisha Tilus, Events Coordinator, Office of Dean of Students
Email: nyisha.tilus@ub.edu.bs

Case Report

COVID-19 Report Update #524 – 1^stSeptember 2021

October 27th, 2020

October 26th, 2020

October 25th, 2020

Resource

Academic Affairs

1^stSeptember 2021

Remote Teaching and Learning

Effective Thursday, 2^ndSeptember 2021,the University transitioned primarily to remote teaching and learning as well as remote operations. The only exceptions to this are the courses that require practicum components and athletic training. These activities must occur in strict compliance with all COVID-19 health measures.

Face-to-Face Instructional Delivery Model

The courses that are being delivered using via the UB Face-to-Face Instructional Delivery Model, unless otherwise approved by the Vice President, Academic Affairs, includes the following:

Art and Architecture Studio Courses
Music- Applied Lessons, Studios, Small and Large Ensembles
Physics and Technology Laboratories
Culinary Kitchen and Dining Room Classes
Fieldwork Studies
Internships
Nursing Clinical Rounds, Internships, Practicums and Laboratories
Physical Education Practical Classes
Teaching Practice and Educational Fieldwork Courses
Video Production Courses

Fieldwork Studies

Fieldwork studies will be conducted in accordance with the Ministry of Health’s protocols and the requirements of the fieldwork site.

Nursing Clinical Rounds, Internships, Practicums and Laboratories

Nursing Clinical Rounds, Internships, Practicums and Laboratories will be offered in accordance with the Ministry of Health’s protocols.

University Libraries

Curbside pickup servicewill continue for circulating items from the libraries’ print collections (with the exception of books from Special Collections). For more information, please visit UB Libraries Curbside Pickup ServiceLibGuide.

Library staff will be in place, operating on a rotating shift system between the hours of 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Monday – Friday to facilitate online questions and to fulfill loan requests for print resources.

Teaching Practice (TP) and Educational Fieldwork Courses

Teaching Practice and Educational Fieldwork courses will be offered in accordance with the Ministry of Health’s and Ministry of Education’s protocols and those of other independent school establishments which may be face-to-face or hybrid.
Family and Consumer Sciences classes will be offered as hybrid classes.
Science methods courses will be offered as hybrid courses.

Any further amendments will be communicated as needed.

Remote Learning Tutorials

Moodle

Navigational Guide for Activating Moodle

Contacts

OAKES FIELD CAMPUS (NEW PROVIDENCE)

General Enquiries | (242) 302-4300

Office of Academic Affairs | academicaffairs@ub.edu.bs

UB-NORTH CAMPUS (GRAND BAHAMA)

Campus President | Dr. Ian Strachan, ian.strachan@ub.edu.bs

Dean of Faculty | Dr. Andrew Moxey, andrew.moxey@ub.edu.bs

Records | nbcrecords@ub.edu.bs

Accounts Receivables | receivablesnorth@ub.edu.bs

Hotline | Tel: (242) 439-2029

Faculty of Business and Tourism Studies | Dean Mrs. Remelda Moxey

remelda.moxey@ub.edu.bs, (242) 302-4372

Culinary Arts and Tourism Studies | Executive Director Mr. Mario A. Adderley

mario.adderley@ub.edu.bs

School of Business and Hospitality Management | Chair Dr. Glenville Davis,

glenville.davis@ub.edu.bs

Faculty of Liberal and Fine Arts | Dean Dr. Douglas Barkey, Dean

douglas.barkey@ub.edu.bs, (242) 397-2664

School of English Studies | Chair Dr. Mayuri Deka, mayuri.deka@ub.edu.bs
School of Communication and Creative Arts |Chair Mr. Alvaro Bonilla-Chinchilla,

alvaro.bonilla-chinchilla@ub.edu.bs

Faculty Pure and Applied Sciences | Dean Dr. Susannah Gal

susannah.gal@ub.edu.bs, (242) 677-3236

School of Chemistry Environmental and Life Sciences | Chair Dr. Erecia Hepburn

erecia.hepburn@ub.edu.bs

School of Mathematics, Physics and Technology | Chair Mr. Zendal Forbes

zendal.forbes@ub.edu.bs

School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions | Chair Dr. Terry Campbell

terry.campbell@ub.edu.bs

Faculty Social and Educational Studies | Dean Dr. Thalia Micklewhite

thalia.micklewhite@ub.edu.bs, (242) 397-2609

School of Education | Chair Mrs. Raquel Barr-Edgecombe, raquel.edgecombe@ub.edu.bs
School of Social Sciences | Chair Dr. Richard Adderley, richard.adderley@ub.edu.bs

Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research | Dean Dr. Vikneswaran Nair

vik.nair@ub.edu.bs, (242) 397-2602

Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning (CELEARN)

Academic Enhancement | Director Ms. Altamease Munroe, altamease.munroe@ub.edu.bs
UB Online Learning| Director Dr. Edward Bethel, edward.bethel@ub.edu.bs
Personal and Professional Development | Director Dr. Lorraine Bastian-Jones, lorraine.bastian@ub.edu.bs

Office of Vice President, Administrative Services

(242) 302-4490, vpas@ub.edu.bs

Registrar | (242) 302-4522, registrar@ub.edu.bs
Records | records@ub.edu.bs
Recruitment and Admissions | (242) 302-4499, admissions@ub.edu.bs
Financial Aid and Scholarships | (242) 302-4371/302-4368, fa@ub.edu.bs
University Athletics | (242) 302-4521, (242) 302- 4591, athletics@ub.edu.bs
Enterprise Risk Management | (242) 302-4567, rassessment@ub.edu.bs

Health Services

Registered Nurse Nyoka Sweeting | Services by apt. only

Tel: (242) 302-4379, (242) 302-4556, healthservices@ub.edu.bs

Emergencies: 823-3792

Office of Information Technology

Helpdesk | (242) 302-4588, ithelpdesk@ub.edu.b

Office of Student Affairs

Dean of Students Mr. Joe Stubbs| joe.stubbs@ub.edu.bs, (242) 422-6429

Office of Campus Life | darvin.toussaint@ub.edu.bs
Office of Greek Life and Student Leadership | ashley.knowles@ub.edu.bs
Office of Residential Life and Housing | housing@ub.edu.bs, (242) 424-8559

University Libraries

whylly@ub.edu.bs
armbrister@ub.edu.bs
slowe@ub.edu.bs
hinsey@ub.edu.bs
bain@ub.edu.bs
swann@ub.edu.bs
ballance@ub.edu.bs
callender@ub.edu.bs
pinder@ub.edu.bs
walker@ub.edu.bs, 302-4550
archer@ub.edu.bs

Faculty

Announcement of Spring 2022 Instructional Delivery

1^stSeptember 2021

Remote Teaching and Learning

Face-to-Face Instructional Delivery Model

The courses that are being delivered using via the UB Face-to-Face Instructional Delivery Model, unless otherwise approved by the Vice President, Academic Affairs, includes the following:

Art and Architecture Studio Courses
Music- Applied Lessons, Studios, Small and Large Ensembles
Physics and Technology Laboratories
Culinary Kitchen and Dining Room Classes
Fieldwork Studies
Internships
Nursing Clinical Rounds, Internships, Practicums and Laboratories
Physical Education Practical Classes
Teaching Practice and Educational Fieldwork Courses
Video Production Courses

Fieldwork Studies

Fieldwork studies will be conducted in accordance with the Ministry of Health’s protocols and the requirements of the fieldwork site.

Nursing Clinical Rounds, Internships, Practicums and Laboratories

Nursing Clinical Rounds, Internships, Practicums and Laboratories will be offered in accordance with the Ministry of Health’s protocols.

University Libraries

Teaching Practice (TP) and Educational Fieldwork Courses

Teaching Practice and Educational Fieldwork courses will be offered in accordance with the Ministry of Health’s and Ministry of Education’s protocols and those of other independent school establishments which may be face-to-face or hybrid.
Family and Consumer Sciences classes will be offered as hybrid classes.
Science methods courses will be offered as hybrid courses.

Any further amendments will be communicated as needed.

Online Instruction

UB Moodle may be accessed via the following link: https://clrnmoodle.ub.edu.bs
An Academic Affairs clearinghouse of training resources with workshop recordings, step by step guidelines and web tutorials may be accessed at: https://spark.adobe.com/page/HjfdfFF9R4ABe/.
Remote learning tutorials:

Moodle

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206618765-Zoom-Video-Tutorials

OIT Helpdesk: (242) 302-4588 or email: ithelpdesk@ub.edu.bs.

Academic Affairs

Practicum Classes – Fall 2020

While lecture classes commenced virtually at the start of the Fall 2020 semester, effective Wednesday 16^thSeptember 2020, select practicum classesas well as computer labs and library services (curbside pick-up) resumed at the Oakes Field Campus and Grosvenor Close Centre.

Students are required to comply with all health protocols including properly wearing a face masks, submitted to temperature checks before entry, maintaining 6-feet physical distancing and properly and thoroughly sanitizing their hands.

Practicum courses which have resumed include:

Architecture and Art Studio Laboratories
Physics and Technology Laboratories
Culinary Kitchen and Dining Room classes
Physical Education Practicum Courses
Nursing laboratory courses
MUSI 375 and MUSI 376

Teaching Practice, Kitchen Classes and Internships

Please be advised that effective immediately, teaching practice, kitchen classes and internships are suspended until further notice.

Incomplete (‘I’) Grades

Students who prefer not to attend classes on-site may request an Incomplete (I) grade by the deadline of Friday 25th September 2020.

Internship and Fieldwork Courses

These courses will be handled on a case-by-case basis contingent upon the respective business establishment. Students should contact their course instructor for details.

Nursing Internships, Practicums and Clinical Rounds

These courses remain suspended until further notice.

Teaching Practice

Teaching practice also remains suspended until further notice.

Culinary Practicum Classes

Practicum classes for Fall 2020 will begin later this month at a date to be announced.

University Libraries

The University Libraries department is operating a curbside pickup service only for circulating items from the libraries’ print collections (with the exception of books from the Special Collections) at the Harry C. Moore Library and Information System, Oakes Field Campus. For more information, please view the UB Libraries Curbside Pickup Service LibGuide.

The operating schedule is Monday to Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. to fulfil loan requests for print resources. Users may continue to access the library’s online resources by visiting http://www.ub.edu.bs/academics/ub-libraries/.

Computer Labs

Effective Wednesday 16^th September 2020, on-site access to the following computer labs at the Oakes Field Campus and Grosvenor Close Centre will be available from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. All health protocols will take effect including the wearing of masks, hand sanitizing and physical distancing measures. Additionally, the seating capacity in each lab is restricted to 50%. As a result of the limited seating capacity and the need to manage availability, an online booking system has been implemented for your convenience to allow for booking a maximum of three hours per sitting. For bookings, visit https://ub-bs-oit.libcal.com/ .

The available labs and seating capacity are: –

Internet Café – Harry C. Moore Library and Information Centre (HCML) (13 seats)
A-13 – Keva M. Bethel (KMB) Building (13 seats)
T-04 – T-Block (8 seats)
CATS-7 – Culinary Arts and Tourism Studies (CATS) (8 seats)

The reopening date for the GCC-120 lab at the Grosvenor Close Centre (6 seats) is to be announced. To use all computer labs, persons must present their UB identification or a government-issued ID to the Techno Mentor in the lab for which they have been booked.

Chapter One Bookstore

The bookstore, located on the ground floor of the Michael H. Eldon Complex, is open from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Grab and Go Café

The Grab & Go Café at the Oakes Field Campus is open for take-out services only from Monday to Friday, 8:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.

Remote Learning Tutorials

Moodle

Navigational Guide for Activating Moodle

Contacts

OAKES FIELD CAMPUS (NEW PROVIDENCE)

General Enquiries – Tel: (242) 302-4300

Office of Vice President, Administrative Services

(242) 302-4490, vpas@ub.edu.bs

Registrar: (242) 302-4522, registrar@ub.edu.bs
Records: records@ub.edu.bs
Recruitment and Admissions: (242) 302-4499, admissions@ub.edu.bs
Financial Aid and Scholarships: (242) 302-4371, fa@ub.edu.bs
University Athletics: (242) 302-4521, (242) 302- 4591, athletics@ub.edu.bs

Counselling

Hotline: (242) 427-1772

Office of Information Technology

IT Helpdesk – (242) 302-4588, ithelpdesk@ub.edu.bs

Office of University Relations

Email: universityrelations@ub.edu.bs

Student Affairs

Dean of Students: (242) 424-8559
Director of Residential Life & Housing: (242) 422-6429

UB-NORTH (GRAND BAHAMA)

Hotline – Tel: (242) 439-2029
Vice President, UB-North: ian.strachan@ub.edu.bs
Dean of Faculty: peter.mcwilliam@ub.edu.bs
Dean of Students: teo.cooper@ub.edu.bs
Records: nbcrecords@ub.edu.bs
Recruitment and Admissions: admissionsnbc@ub.edu.bs

Student Affairs: ubnsaffairs@ub.edu.bs

COVID-19

FAQs

How can we protect ourselves if we don't know who is infected?

When should I get tested for COVID-19?

What is the difference between isolation and quarantine?

KEY CONTACTS

COVID-19

Relief

COVID-19 Relief Fund

The Challenge

#UBCOVID-19 Relief Fund

Ways to Give

Step by Step

What to Donate

UBCares Pantry

Contact Us

Case Report

Resource

Hardware Resources

Zoom Resources

Notice

News

Student

Academic Affairs

Remote Learning Tutorials

Contacts

Faculty

Online Instruction

Academic Affairs

Remote Learning Tutorials

Contacts