By S.Browne. Updated 1:12 p.m., Thursday, February 5, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).
One hundred and seventy-three students who completed Continuing & Professional Education (CPE) short courses received their certificates from The University of the West Indies Global Campus St. Vincent and the Grenadines (UWIGC SVG) on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
The recognition ceremony for Semester 1 of the 2025/2026 academic year took place at the campus hall, with Marketing and Communications Manager of the General Employees’ Co-operative Credit Union Limited (GECCU), Danny-Lee Francis, serving as the featured speaker.
In her message, Francis congratulated the students and described her mother as a source of motivation. She also emphasised the importance of seizing opportunities to gain knowledge in an ever-changing world.
She stated, “In this era of rapid technological advancement and global connectivity, what is learned today may need updating or re-imagining tomorrow. The value of education goes far beyond earning a certificate; it becomes a foundation for adaptability and continued relevance.”
The Marketing and Communications Manager urged persons to “think of education not as an expense, but as an investment that appreciates,” unlike material possessions that can be lost or stolen.
Francis remarked, “Each course you complete, each skill you acquire, enriches your understanding and opens doors that were previously closed. It can lead to new career paths, deeper relationships and a more fulfilled life. Just as a wise investor diversifies their portfolio, you should diversify your learning experiences as well.”
Head-of-Site of The UWI Global Campus St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Dr. Resa Noel-MacBarnett, expressed elation over the success of the recipients and encouraged them to “utilise their skills to create a positive impact.”
She stated that The UWI was fulfilling its mandate to empower people through its professional development and online programmes. Dr. Noel-MacBarnett also credited the tutors for their commitment, as well as newly appointed Programmes Officer Jimisha Roberts-Daniel, for her commendable efforts in expanding course offerings and improving student support.
She said, “The ceremony was more than just a presentation of certificates; it is a formal acknowledgement of the commitment and dedication of our CPE students to personal and professional growth. It is also an acknowledgement of your resilience, discipline, and ability to balance work, study and family life.”
The students completed short courses in Social Media Marketing, Project Management, Introduction to QuickBooks, Computer Applications for the Office, Financial Planning for Small Business, Media Relations and Social Networking, Financial Management Essentials, Occupational Health & Safety, Procurement Management, Search Engine Marketing, and Managing the 21st Century Human Capital Asset.
New courses offered this semester included Grant Proposal Writing, Information Technology Security Management, Protocol & Soft Diplomacy Skills, Business Information Technology, and Brand Management.
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The information was sourced from a press release sent to us by the University of the West Indies Global Campus St. Vincent and the Grenadines.
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