An official statement from the University of the West Indies (UWI) indicates that the institution will uphold its annual practice of recognizing the significant contributions of distinguished individuals from the region. For 2024, the University Council has sanctioned the awarding of 13 honorary degrees during the graduation ceremonies scheduled across UWI’s five campuses.
The recipients of these honorary degrees have established notable careers in various fields, including advocacy, medicine, tourism, culture, sports, business, education, science, and music. The graduation ceremonies are set to occur from October 12 to November 9. Below is the schedule of ceremonies and the list of honorary degree recipients:
Five Islands Campus – October 12
– Sir Curtly Elconn Lynwall Ambrose from Antigua and Barbuda, recognized for his contributions to cricket – Doctor of Laws (LLD)
– His Excellency Ambassador Dr. W. Aubrey Webson from Antigua and Barbuda, honored for his efforts in human rights advocacy – Doctor of Laws (LLD)
Cave Hill Campus – October 19
– Dame Susan Dilys Dougan, Governor General of St. Vincent and The Grenadines, acknowledged for her public service and contributions to education – Doctor of Laws (LLD)
– Sir Trevor Hassell from Barbados, recognized for his contributions to medicine – Doctor of Science (DSc)
– The Most Honourable Elton Deighton Elombe Mottley from Barbados, honored for his contributions to culture and the arts – Doctor of Letters (DLitt)
– Mr. Ralph Taylor from Barbados, recognized for his work in the tourism sector – Doctor of Laws (LLD)
St. Augustine Campus – October 24 to 26
– Dr. Maniram Ragbir from Trinidad and Tobago/Britain, honored for his work as a plastic and reconstructive surgeon – Doctor of Science (DSc)
– Dr. Patricia Rodney from Guyana, recognized for her work as a medical practitioner and human rights defender – Doctor of Science (DSc)
Mona Campus – October 31 to November 2
– Mr. Donald Anderson, CD from Jamaica, recognized for his work as an entrepreneur, market researcher, and sports administrator – Doctor of Laws (LLD)
– Mr. Monte Blake from Jamaica, honored for his pioneering contributions to music – Doctor of Letters (DLitt)
– Mr. Courtney Campbell from Jamaica, recognized for his work as an entrepreneur and philanthropist – Doctor of Laws (LLD)
– Dr. Conrad Douglas, CD from Jamaica, honored for his contributions to the bauxite industry – Doctor of Laws (LLD)
Global Campus – November 9
– Mr. Kirani James from Grenada, recognized for his excellence in athletics – Doctor of Laws (LLD)
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