Topic: UCCI
Government allots $9M towards UCCI expansion plans
Government has allocated $9 million to the University College of the Cayman Islands to support the institution’s expansion outlined in its 2024 Campus Master Plan.
Learning opportunities in the Cayman Islands
Furthering your education locally is easy, with a wide range of training opportunities offered by schools and organisations island-wide.
Yale professor highlights immigration’s pros and cons
Professor Mushfiq Mobarak of Yale University delivered a speech to UCCI on the impact of imported labour on Cayman's economic growth.
UCCI director returns from Oxford with AI partnerships
Tamsin Deasey-Weinstein, director at the University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) and member of the Cayman Islands Government's NCFC National Digital Transformation Task Force, has returned from the first module of Oxford University's Executive Diploma in Artificial Intelligence for Business with strategic partnerships that will support Cayman's national AI strategy development.
50 years ago: gas prices; Kirk Pride sinks; tribunal; postal talks
The top article in the Caymanian Compass 15 Jan. 1976 issue was on gas station operators seeking an increase in the selling price of gasoline.
UCCI aims to turn 50K Endurance Race into an annual event
The University College of the Cayman Islands marked its golden jubilee by welcoming hundreds of participants to its inaugural 50th Anniversary Marathon.
2025 Year in review: Milestones in education
It was a year of change and celebration in Cayman’s education system from the old to the new, with UCCI marking its 50th anniversary in 2025 and new schools including CF High School and Kiddiwinks Garden playschool opening their doors for the first time.
Logic and UCCI partner to launch new tech-focused scholarship
The University College of the Cayman Islands and Logic Communications Ltd. have entered into a new scholarship agreement aimed at supporting Caymanian students pursuing...
UCCI holding 50K ultramarathon to celebrate golden jubilee
As part of its 50th-anniversary celebrations, the University College of the Cayman Islands will be holding a community-focused ultramarathon in January.
Upskilling Cayman’s workforce for the AI era — fast, fair and job-safe
By Compass Contributor Eustache Placide
Following the civil‑service AI blueprint, Cayman’s wider workforce can build safe, job‑ready AI skills at pace by adapting proven international...
UCCI professor awarded principal fellowship
Eustache Placide, University College of the Cayman Islands professor of computer science and engineering, has been awarded Principal Fellowship by Advance HE.
Artificial intelligence that serves: modernising Cayman’s civil service
If artificial intelligence is to help anyone, it should help here as early as possible, where residents apply for licences, benefits, permits and records daily.
CIIPA honours excellence at annual gala
The Cayman Islands Institute of Professional Accountants (CIIPA) celebrated the achievements of 32 honourees at the 17th annual awards gala held on 27 Sept.
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UCCI visits schools to promote reading on International Literacy Day
As part of its 50th anniversary celebrations, UCCI marked International Literacy Day with outreach visits to two primary schools.
Analysis: How Cayman can transform its workforce for the digital era
Retaining Cayman's economic comparative advantage will require a clear, strategic holistic approach that engages all stakeholders.
Scholarship established for local hospitality management students
UCCI and Celebrations Group Ltd. have established a scholarship for students pursuing hospitality management at the university in fall 2025.
UCCI commencement ceremony draws more than 1,100 attendees
A record number of more than 1,100 people attended the 2025 University College of the Cayman Islands commencement ceremony on 1 July.
Lead your future
Why did 1,331 future business leaders choose University College of the Cayman Islands last fall?
They chose an institution focused on real-world flexibility, accredited pathways, and lifelong skills.
Fall 2025 enrolment is now open but closes soon.
They chose an institution focused on real-world flexibility, accredited pathways, and lifelong skills.
Fall 2025 enrolment is now open but closes soon.
UCCI to celebrate its 50th anniversary with special commencement ceremony
The University College of the Cayman Islands will continue to mark its 50th anniversary at this year's commencement ceremony on 1 July at its George Town campus.
UCCI hosts leading Caribbean women writers and scholars in three-day event
Leading academics and writers from across the Caribbean, the USA and Canada attended the 17th biennial conference of the Association of Caribbean Women Writers and Scholars at UCCI last week, the first time the event has been held in the Cayman Islands.
Career development event at UCCI attracts full house
More than 50 students, faculty and guests gathered in the Cascade Room at the University College of the Cayman Islands recently for the second instalment of the Walkers Spotlight Series, titled ‘Financial Services and Careers in the Sector'.
Dive in: Cayman’s World Ocean Day events
With more than 46,000 square miles of sea and just 102 square miles of land, the Cayman Islands is a nation overwhelmingly defined by...
UCCI presents 2nd annual ‘Culturama’ showcase
Students and alumni of the University College of the Cayman Islands' performing arts programme brought a cultural experience to local audiences during the two-night...
Livingston Smith to replace outgoing UCCI chief in interim
As UCCI launches a hunt for new leadership, university college veteran Livingston Smith will take the helm as acting president and CEO.
UCCI president Robert Robertson stepping down
The University College of the Cayman Islands announced on Wednesday that its president and CEO Robert Robertson will be stepping down from his role after two and a half years as head of the institution.
Careers Guide: UCCI and Enterprise City join forces to upskill Caymanians
New digital skills certificate programme launched in the Cayman Islands.
Cayman explores a profitable path forward for local agriculture
With Cayman importing more than 90% of its food, and most of that coming from the US, a recent panel discussion looked at how to create a sustainable path for local agriculture and reduce dependence on overseas production.
The challenges to building a 21st century workforce
Industry leaders discuss their take on the future of the workforce in the Cayman Islands in a series of roundtable workshops.
AI fellowships for UCCI director Tamsin Deasey Weinstein
University College of the Cayman Islands director Tamsin Deasey Weinstein has received two fellowships in relation to her ongoing work in AI innovation in the education system in Cayman.
Carol Winker Memorial Scholarship awarded to UCCI to support journalism students
This year's Carol Winker Memorial Scholarship has been awarded to the University College of the Cayman Islands.
UCCI envisions 1,000 greenhouses to help Cayman’s food security
A new training programme planned by the University College of the Cayman Islands aims to help create 1,000 greenhouses on island in a bid to bolster local food security and sustainability.
University College of the Cayman Islands Sees Strong Fall Enrolment
The University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) is experiencing strong enrolment as the Fall 2024 term begins.
UCCI Student Receives Prestigious ELAP Scholarship to Study in Canada
The University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) is proud to announce that Sahi Bennett, a student from the Division of Business and Finance, has been selected as a recipient of the Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP) scholarship.
STEM summer camp applications open Monday
The University College of the Cayman Islands will host two STEM camps this summer, including a version of the popular camp in Cayman Brac.
UCCI ignites AI learning and innovation across the Caribbean
The University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) has today announced the launch of an ambitious Artificial Intelligence (AI) training programme for its faculty and staff, a significant leap towards integrating AI across its curriculum.
UCCI celebrates successful Inaugural Social Work Symposium
The University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) is delighted to announce the success of its Inaugural Social Work Symposium, which took place on Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM in the Sir Vassel Johnson Hall.
UCCI brings ‘Culturama’ showcase to Harquail Theatre
The Harquail Theatre provided an intimate atmosphere for the University College of the Cayman Islands performing arts programme's two-night 'Culturama' production, held 13-14 April.
UCCI inspires young minds in Cayman Brac with STEM and hospitality
Last Thursday, an enthusiastic team from STEM@UCCI, led by Mrs. Antoinette Gayle, Mr. Ricardo Benjamin, and Dr. Erica Gordon, ventured to Cayman Brac for an afternoon of interactive STEM education at Layman Scott Senior High School.
UCCI nursing school to be renamed after ‘Matron’ Ruth McLaughlin
The University College of the Cayman Islands will officially rename its decade-old School of Nursing in memory of Nurse Ruth Eleanor McLaughlin.
Tales from history come alive at lecture series
Community members honoured national hero Ormond Panton at the first of three distinguished lectures planned this year.
‘Sustainable UCCI’ installing solar panels
The University College of the Cayman Islands has taken a step closer to becoming a sustainable campus as its rooftops are being covered in solar panels.
Massive Equipment builds on founder’s legacy
Half-a-century after leaving Jamaica to work with Caymanian entrepreneur Heber Arch to help build the fledgling construction industry in Cayman, Michael Godfrey now has his name on a scholarship to help young men and women pursue vocational careers.
UCCI launching lecture series in memory of outstanding Caymanians
A series of lectures about outstanding figures in Cayman's history will begin at the University College of the Cayman Islands next month, starting with an inaugural lecture paying tribute to the late statesman Ormond L. Panton.
UCCI begins journey to becoming a regional sustainability champion
The University College of the Cayman Islands hosted a two-day workshop this week to gather views on how it can become a regional sustainability champion.
Cayman learning institutions join forces to advance education
The University College of the Cayman Islands has signed a memorandum of understanding with the University of the West Indies Global Campus.
Dr. Livingston Smith appointed as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Workforce Education at...
The University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Livingston Smith as the new Vice President of Academic Affairs and Workforce Education (Provost), effective from January 2024. Dr. Smith brings over two decades of experience in teaching and academic administration to his new role.
STEM conference reaches ‘milestone’ eighth year
Hundreds gathered at University College Cayman Islands to learn more about science, technology engineering and mathematics (STEM) from local and regional experts this week.
UCCI and Cayman Water Company Ltd forge a powerful partnership to empower young Caymanians
The University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) is thrilled to announce a partnership with Cayman Water Company Ltd (CWC), aimed at enhancing the educational prospects and career opportunities for Caymanian students.
UCCI leaders seek to plug skills gap
Academic leaders hope to use a labour market survey to better link training and opportunities to the jobs of the future.
UCCI partners with US university to offer free education to Caymanian students
Caymanian students are being offered a chance to attend the New England Institute of Technology for free, with living expenses paid for, as part of a partnership with the University College of the Cayman Islands.
UCCI’s sustainable industry students ready to work
Eight months after enrolling in innovative new courses focused on sustainable industries at the University College of the Cayman Islands, dozens of students are either already in or are preparing to begin internships and work placements at offices, construction sites and hospitality outlets across the Cayman Islands.
EU grant for UCCI to become solar-powered ‘living laboratory’
The European Union has awarded the University College of the Cayman Islands a grant of almost $1 million, which the educational facility plans to use to become a solar-powered ‘living laboratory'.
UCCI names new president
The board of governors of the University College of the Cayman Islands has appointed US academic and former president of the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute Robert Robertson as the college's new president.
UCCI launches survey to gauge future labour force
The University College of the Cayman Islands is looking for 750 participants for an online survey that aims to be one of the biggest studies of its kind into workforce needs in Cayman.
55 Caymanians join UCCI free training courses
The University College of the Cayman Islands on Friday officially launched a new free training programme, funded by a $405,000 European Union grant, which will pay for 55 Caymanians to train in the fields of tourism, ICT, renewable energy and construction.
Book launch honours works of author J.A. Roy Bodden
The Committee for the Promotion of Research and Cayman Scholarship is holding a book launch for ‘The Cayman Islands History, Politics, and Society – Essays in Honour of J.A. Roy Bodden’ on Tuesday, 14 June at 6pm in the Sir Vassel Johnson Hall at UCCI.
$405,000 EU grant to fund training for 50 Caymanians
The University College of the Cayman Islands is inviting 50 unemployed or underemployed Caymanians to sign up this month for free full-time courses and internships in four sustainable trades.
UCCI’s Graduate Educators Ready For A Global Marketplace With New Qualifications In Teaching Using...
The University College of the Cayman Islands’ School of Teacher Education is expanding its programme offer to help its graduate educators compete in a global workforce, by offering new qualifications in teaching using digital technologies.
UCCI needs to raise tuition to reflect education cost
Your recent story, “Scholarships cut as UCCI board of governors gets pay bump” implies that this development should be a cause for concern by...
Work Readiness Training – Connect by Nova Partners with Local Schools and Organizations
Over the past few months, Connect by Nova has partnered with CIFEC, Passport2Success, the Family Resource Centre – Young Parents Programme, UCCI, and ICCI to provide work readiness resources and training to students and prospective employees alike.
UCCI expands science offerings
Students at UCCI can now pursue a science track focused on environmental and marine science. New courses and a reconfigured science programme are designed to encourage more students to pursue degrees in environmental and marine science, and engineering technology at the University College of the Cayman Islands.
Scholarships cut as UCCI board of governors gets pay bump
Newly-appointed University College of the Cayman Islands board of governors chairman Gilbert McLean is set to collect $48,000 per year, and fellow board members $12,000.
Q&A with UCCI president Stacy McAfee
Stacy McAfee is president and CEO of the University College of the Cayman Islands, the first woman to head the campus.
UCCI suspends classroom learning after positive COVID-19 case
The University College of the Cayman Islands has transitioned to online learning after one student tested positive for COVID-19.
UCCI moves to remote learning
The University College Cayman Islands has moved to remote teaching and learning for the remainder of its fall semester, it has confirmed.
UCCI Homecoming Gala Postponed
The much-anticipated, first-ever Homecoming Dinner Gala at the University College of the Cayman Islands has been put on hold.
Many new faces on boards and councils
Cabinet has approved appointments and reappointments to several boards and councils at its recent meetings, according to a summary of decisions released by government.
UCCI: Man charged with child porn possession was not a lecturer
The University College of the Cayman Islands says a former employee, who has since been charged with possession of child pornography, was not a...
Police probe allegations of misappropriated funds at UCCI
The police financial crimes unit is investigating reports that a senior employee of the University College of the Cayman Islands misappropriated funds from the higher education facility.
UCCI Innovation Tour
Two groups of local entrepreneurs, investors and mentors toured the tech side of Cayman on Tuesday and Thursday, May 4 and 6, getting a close-up view of what the island nation has to offer and what it might bring to the future
Manfrino turns from reef health to local education
For more than two decades, Carrie Manfrino has been the face and driving force behind the Central Caribbean Marine Institute and its Little Cayman Research Centre.
Updated: Windsor Park brushfire extinguished
A brushfire Windsor Park has been brought under control, but fire crews will remain at the scene until it is deemed there is no further risk to the surrounding area.
