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The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) proudly congratulates Frank Dixon, State Director of the Virgin Islands APEX Accelerator, on his appointment as President of the National APEX Accelerator Alliance (NAPEX). This prestigious national leadership role reflects Dixon’s expertise and commitment to supporting businesses in navigating government contracting opportunities.

In the regular session of its quarterly meeting on June 21, 2025, the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Board of Trustees reelected Henry Smock to serve as chairman of the Board and Dr. Bert Petersen, Jr. to serve as vice chair.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in the Medical Simulation Center on the Albert A. Sheen Campus on St. Croix.

The University of the Virgin Islands’ (UVI) Albert A. Sheen Campus (AAS) on St. Croix has been awarded a $250,000 Campus Improvement Grant from The Home Depot’s Retool Your School Program. Now in its 15th year, the initiative continues to support Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) by investing in sustainable campus improvements that enhance student life.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) proudly announces the transfer of stewardship of the Island Fresh Aquaponics facility at the historic Bethlehem Sugar Factory site on St. Croix from FreshMinistries to UVI, marking a major milestone in sustainable agriculture, education, and community development for the Territory.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) proudly held a special dedication ceremony on Friday, June 6, 2025, to commemorate the renaming of the tennis courts on the Orville E. Kean Campus in honor of the late Dr. Fenella Anita Cooper.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) is offering a wide range of educational programs this summer, designed to help students stay engaged, explore new interests, and prepare for the upcoming school year. From youth camps and STEM initiatives to college prep courses and flexible online or on-campus classes, there are opportunities for learners at every level to grow academically and personally.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) invites members of the media to cover and photograph a special dedication ceremony celebrating the renaming of its tennis courts in honor of the late Dr. Fenella Anita Cooper, a pioneering educator, beloved coach, and community leader on Friday, June 6, 2025, at 5 p.m. on the Orville E. Kean Campus on St. Thomas.

The University of the Virgin Islands’ University Bound (UB) Program will celebrate the accomplishments of ten outstanding high school seniors at the 34th Annual Youth Role Model Awards Luncheon on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. at Columban Hall in Anna’s Retreat.