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The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) community joins the Virgin Islands and the broader Caribbean in mourning the passing of Richard A. Schrader Sr., an esteemed Crucian author, historian, and cultural bearer whose life’s work preserved and celebrated the stories and traditions of the Virgin Islands.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) proudly announces the appointment of Ivo Philbert as Interim Vice President for Institutional Advancement, effective May 11, 2026.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) has announced the winners of the 34th Annual Afternoon on the Green tasting competition, along with the 2026 scholarship recipients, and the post-event Pickleball Tournament winners.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) will present four outstanding student leaders—Kavone Wyatt, Micah Crawford, Micah McCants, and Ja’Herah Chelcher—as they compete in the 2026–2027 Mister and Miss UVI Ambassadorship Competition on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the Elridge W. Blake Sports and Fitness Center on the Orville E. Kean Campus on St. Thomas.

The workshop was designed to provide educators with the tools and resources needed to confidently lead and implement the Water Heroes Curriculum—an interactive, STEM-based program developed in 2018 following Hurricanes Irma and Maria. The initiative emphasizes the importance of water quality awareness and empowers students to better understand and advocate for safe, accessible water in their communities.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) and 13D Research and Strategy are pleased to invite the public to the 4th Annual Business Leadership Lecture, featuring world-renowned futurist and best-selling author Nikolas Badminton. The event will take place on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the UVI 13D Research and Strategy Innovation Center on St. Thomas, with a welcome reception at 4:30 p.m. and the lecture beginning at 5:30 p.m.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) has named internationally acclaimed Virgin Islands artist and cultural ambassador Adam O’Neal, widely known as “Adam O,” as the keynote speaker for its 2026 Commencement Ceremonies. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran whose career spans military service and global musical success, will address the Class of 2026.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Board of Trustees convened in regular session on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Medical Simulation Center on the Albert A. Sheen Campus. During the meeting, trustees reviewed institutional progress aligned with the University’s G.R.A.N.D. Momentum Strategic Plan and approved several governance actions supporting research integrity, institutional oversight, and philanthropic engagement.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) is inviting the community to attend the 34th Annual Afternoon on the Green, the University’s signature community event, on Sunday, March 15, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Herman E. Moore Golf Course on UVI’s Orville E. Kean Campus on St. Thomas.

The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) has been selected to host the 2026 Capital Project Kaleidoscope (PKAL) Regional Network Meeting, organized by the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U).