Phase 1: Launching the Journey
Aligning purpose and preparing for the road ahead.

Phase 2: Listening & Imagining Together
Engaging our community and gathering diverse perspectives.

Phase 3: Understanding Where We Stand
Aligning with accreditation and assessing our strengths, opportunities, and future position.

Phase 4: Envisioning Our Future
Developing the strategic framework, priorities, and goals.

Phase 5: Measuring Our Progress
Creating tools and systems to track implementation and impact.

Phase 6: Finalizing Our Shared Path Forward
Refining and adopting the final strategic plan together, Board approval and launch.

Over the past several years, we have taken significant steps toward strengthening University of The Bahamas (UB’s) and expanding UB’s impact. Together, we have worked to raise the standard of excellence in teaching, learning, student success, institutional effectiveness and community engagement, ensuring that our students are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to flourish.As we continue our journey toward national and international accreditation, each milestone affirms the strong foundation we are building for the future of The Bahamas and generations to come. UB is a dynamic force for national development and opportunity because of your commitment, and belief in our mission.

Today, I am pleased to announce the launch of a comprehensive strategic planning process for the University of The Bahamas 2026-2031 Strategic Plan. This marks an important and exciting moment in the life our institution. Together, we will define a shared vision for the future, reaffirm our mission and values, and identify the goals and priorities that will guide our transformation over the next five years. Building on the momentum of the 2024-2026 UB Strategic Vision, this new plan will help position the University to meet evolving national needs while advancing student success, academic excellence, research, innovation, and service.

Most importantly, the strategic plan will be shaped by your voices. Faculty, staff, students, alumni, industry partners, community leaders and members of the public will all have opportunities to contribute ideas, perspectives, and aspirations for the future of UB.

We are committed to ensuring that this process is broad-based and inclusive. To make participation as accessible and meaningful as possible, a blend of online and in-person engagement opportunities will be used. Digital surveys and feedback tools will help us connect with a wide range of stakeholders, while face-to-face conversations and discussions will create space for deeper dialogue and shared understanding. Survey invitations and participation details will be shared through official University channels as this process unfolds.

To help guide and support this work, the University has engaged an experienced firm, Soleil Solutions Consulting, Inc., to facilitate a smooth and collaborative process and develop the proposed strategic plan for review and consideration by the Board of Trustees.

UB stands at a defining moment in its development. The work ahead calls for our collective energy and imagination. Our work extends beyond advancing institutional milestones; it is transforming lives and helping to shape the future of The Bahamas through the power of higher education.

Every member of this community has a role to play. I encourage each of you to participate fully in this process. Share your ideas and help us build a University that reflects our highest commitment to national development and excellence.

Robert J. Blaine, III, D.M.A.

We encourage members of the University community, external stakeholders and the wider public to complete the survey and help shape the future direction of UB. Your feedback will play an important role in guiding meaningful transformation across areas such as academic excellence, student success, research, community engagement, and financial sustainability, ensuring the plan reflects the voices and needs of the people UB serves.

To complete the survey, click here.