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Three easy ways to connect with The UWI, St. Augustine Campus.

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“My superpower is turning ‘I don’t know’ into ‘let me figure it out.’” Meet Valedictorian Kerlyssa De Verteuil.

In Episode 2 of WHAT IT TOOK, Kerlyssa, originally from Sangre Grande, shares how she entered Computer Science with a background in the sciences but soon found herself battling imposter syndrome. During her first week, she questioned whether Computer Science was the right path for her and whether she truly belonged. Instead of letting doubt define her, she kept showing up and proving to herself that she belonged.

Now, as she explores her next chapter at the intersection of technology and healthcare, Kerlyssa is taking that same mindset with her: she may not know exactly what comes next, but she knows she’ll figure it out.

#WhatItTook #UWISTA #uwigrad2026 by @uwi_staugustine

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Between commuting from Couva as early as 4 a.m. and completing 13 semesters of Electrical and Computer Engineering, exhaustion eventually caught up with Cameron.
“It was through constant trial and failure that I was able to grow, understand and improve myself, but I couldn’t have done it without the patience, mentorship and advice of Dr. Radix. If not for her, I wouldn’t have become half of what I am today.”

In this Grad Story, Cameron reflects on the challenges that tested him, the lessons he learnt through trial and failure, and the people who helped him find his way forward. Looking back on his journey, he credits his growth to the support and mentorship he received along the way.

Read Cameron Andras Maharaj’s full story here: https://dub.sh/vgB3FvZ

#UWISTAGrad2026 #UWIGrad2026 by @uwi_staugustine

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There’s a lot of history tucked inside a cocoa bean.

What started at the Imperial College of Tropical Agriculture, the predecessor institution of The UWI, grew into a legacy of research, conservation and innovation that continues today.

Cocoa research at St. Augustine began in 1930, and at the heart of that story is The UWI Cocoa Research Centre, custodian of the International Cocoa Genebank - the world’s largest and most diverse public collection of cacao varieties.

But the story did not stop with research. In 2011, St. Augustine hosted the first World Cocoa and Chocolate Day Exhibition. That first exhibition grew into an annual event that continues to celebrate cocoa and the people shaping its future.
Nearly a century later, cocoa is still here; conserved, researched and transformed into new possibilities for innovation and enterprise.

Now that you’ve seen what started with cocoa. Take a closer, can you spot what else has its roots in St. Augustine?

#UWISTA #UWIFoundersDay2026 by @uwi_staugustine

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Did you know which Faculty traces its roots back to the very beginnings of St. Augustine?

The Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and Sustainability (formerly the Faculty of Food and Agriculture) grew out of the agricultural institution from which The UWI St. Augustine emerged.

More than a century later, that legacy continues through work shaping the Caribbean’s food systems, environment and future. What began as an agricultural institution has grown into a Faculty tackling some of the region’s most pressing challenges.

Discover the stories hiding in plain sight. Can you guess what’s next?

#UWISTA #UWIFoundersDay2026 by @uwi_staugustine

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“UWI taught me to be comfortable with not knowing everything, to ask questions, to accept failure without allowing it to define me and to trust myself even when I am uncertain.” Meet Valedictorian Karissa Lacaille.

Episode 1 of WHAT IT TOOK, Karissa, who comes from a close-knit family-oriented home in Piarco, graduates with First Class Honours in Law.

Her UWI journey taught her to embrace uncertainty, learn from failure and grow in confidence as she prepares for her next chapter at Hugh Wooding Law School.

#WhatItTook #UWISTA #UWIGrad2026 by @uwi_staugustine

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🌱🌎 Research Today, A Sustainable Tomorrow! 💡✨

Big ideas, bold solutions and a brighter future for the Caribbean! 🌴

Senator Professor Emeritus the Honourable Prakash Persad, Minister of Tertiary Education and Skills Training, delivered the keynote address at UWI’s Sustainable Futures Open Virtual Conference 2026, held on September 17–18.

Under the theme “Research for Resilient, Inclusive, and Sustainable Futures,” the Minister highlighted the power of research, innovation and collaboration in tackling real-world challenges and creating opportunities for all.

💡 The key message? Research must go beyond ideas and lead to real action, real solutions and real impact!

Together, we can build a more resilient, inclusive and sustainable Caribbean! 🌿🤝

#SustainableFutures2026 #Research #throwbackthursdays by @uwi_staugustine

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After learning of her father’s passing, Lateepha Als faced a difficult decision: return to England to complete her studies or remain at home with her family.

“I was in a foreign country, alone, and trying to adjust to a different lifestyle and the weather. At the same time, I was questioning if I should stay… I am my father’s only child,”

In this Grad Story, Lateepha reflects on navigating grief while completing her Master of Public Health and the support that encouraged her to complete her studies. As she prepares to graduate, she looks ahead to applying her training in epidemiology and communication to make a difference in infection prevention and control in Tobago and the wider region.

Read Lateepha Als’ full story here: https://dub.sh/LTYNWfG

#UWISTAGrad2026 #UWIGrad2026 by @uwi_staugustine

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Disaster preparedness begins long before disaster strikes. From knowing the risks around you to having an emergency plan, the steps we take at home can make a difference when it matters most.

This International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, hear from Dr. Ronald Roopnarine, Deputy Dean for Outreach and Internationalization and Senior Lecturer in The UWI St. Augustine’s Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and Sustainability (FASS) formerly known as Faculty of Food and Agriculture (FFA), shares insights on building resilience and the importance of disaster preparedness.

Interested in exploring how agriculture, sustainability and related fields can contribute to a more resilient future? Find out what programmes FASS has to offer at https://sta.uwi.edu/ffa/

What can you do to better prepare your household for an emergency? Let us know in the comments!

#UWIStAugustine #DisasterRiskReduction #ResilienceStartsAtHome by @uwi_staugustine

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The University of the West Indies (The UWI), St. Augustine Campus, hosted the Unveiling of the Vision of the One Health Molecular Epidemiology and Genomics (EDGe) Centre on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at the Yara Auditorium, Lok Jack Global School of Business.

A key component of the TT ONE LAB+ Project, the EDGe Centre is a collaborative initiative designed to strengthen laboratory capacity for One Health Surveillance to support pandemic prevention, preparedness and response in Trinidad & Tobago.

TT ONE LAB+ is a country-led, multi-sectoral initiative of the Government of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, aimed at strengthening national capacity for One Health disease surveillance and the early detection of pathogens with epidemic or pandemic potential.

Funded by the Pandemic Fund, the project focuses on strengthening diagnostic and laboratory testing capabilities and building related human resource capacity. The Ministry of Health serves as the lead Beneficiary Entity, working alongside their co-Beneficiary Entities, the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries and The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus. The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) serves as the project’s Implementing Entity.

#UWIStAugustine #EDGeCentre #onehealth by @uwi_staugustine

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At graduation, you'll hear their names. But you haven't heard their stories.

Before the stage. Before the applause. Before the title of valedictorian.

There was everything it took to get there.

Six valedictorians. Six journeys. And stories that deserve more than a moment on stage.

WHAT IT TOOK.
The Class of 2026 Valedictorian Series.

Official trailer out now.
First episode premieres 15 October, 2026

#WhatItTook #UWIGraduation2026 #UWISTA by @uwi_staugustine

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You’ve walked these grounds, passed these buildings and crossed this Campus countless times. But do you know what connects a 5,000-year-old skeleton, the world’s largest public collection of cacao varieties, and a classroom transformed into a Carnival yard?

More than you might think. And it all leads back to St. Augustine.

This Founder’s Day, discover the stories hiding in plain sight. Follow along this week as we uncover fascinating pieces of Campus history.

Happy Founder’s Day!

#UWIStAugustine #UWIFoundersDay2026 by @uwi_staugustine

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