Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez — Teaching Without Shortcuts
By Ms. Simone Augustus, Communications Specialist, Office of the President Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez doesn’t teach to be liked. He teaches so his students leave his classroom knowing something they didn’t when they entered. After 15 years at the University of the Southern Caribbean, the Assistant Professor in the School of Science, Technology and Allied Health […]
At USC’s Entrepreneurship Day, Students Take the Lead on Enterprise
By Mrs. Sherri-Lyn Legall-Nelson, Interim Dean, School of Business and Entrepreneurship & Ms. Simone Augustus, Communications Specialist, Office of the President On April 2, 2025, the University of the Southern Caribbean’s Business Block transformed into a pop-up marketplace of ideas, flavors, and talent. The School of Business & Entrepreneurship (SOBE) hosted its semesterly Entrepreneurship Day, […]
“From Aspiration to Achievement”: USC Honors 485 Students for Academic Excellence
By Simone Augustus, Communications Specialist, Office of the President & Nadira Mohammed, Corporate Communications Assistant The University of the Southern Caribbean held its annual Honors Convocation on Monday, March 24, 2025 at the USC Auditorium, recognizing 485 students for their academic excellence. Held under the theme “From Aspiration to Achievement,” the ceremony celebrated USCians who […]
Excellence in Motion: USC Launches Centennial Celebrations With Over USD$800K in Donations
By Ms. Simone T. Augustus, Communications Specialist, Office of the President In a quiet valley with nearly a century of stories embedded in its hills, the University of the Southern Caribbean (USC) marked the beginning of its centennial celebrations. On Saturday, March 22, 2025, with a clear sense of purpose and the rhythm of alumni […]
USC Research Conference 2025: A Conversation Rooted in Health, Data, and Real Life
By Ms. Simone T. Augustus, Communications Specialist, Office of the President At the University of the Southern Caribbean, health goes beyond just the clinical—it’s also a question of how we live. On March 26 and 27, 2025, USC reaffirmed its growing reputation as a convener of serious academic inquiry. The second edition of the USC […]
Olympiad 2025: A Celebration of Strength, Unity, and Excellence
By Nadira Mohammed, Corporate Communications Assistant The Larry Gomes Stadium in Arima came alive with energy and excitement as the University of the Southern Caribbean (USC) hosted its much-anticipated Olympiad 2025 on Thursday, March 20th. Starting at 9:00 am, the event was a thrilling display of athleticism, school spirit, and camaraderie, bringing together students, faculty, […]
USC Portraits of Excellence Scholarship Pageant 2025: A Legacy of Leadership and Innovation
By Ms. Nadira Mohammed, Corporate Communications Assistant and Ms. Simone T. Augustus, Communications Specialist, Office of the President On March 16, 2025, the University of the Southern Caribbean (USC) hosted the highly anticipated Portraits of Excellence Scholarship Pageant, celebrating academic achievement, cultural heritage, and artistic brilliance. This premier event showcased outstanding students excelling in research, […]
Social Science Day 2025: Breaking Barriers, Inspiring Change
By Nadira Mohammed, Corporate Communications Assistant. The University of the Southern Caribbean (USC) successfully hosted Social Science Day 2025 on February 20, 2025, at the School of Social Sciences, NB 1 & 2. With the theme “Advancing Social Justice through Social Sciences,” the event brought together students, faculty, and social justice advocates for an inspiring […]
Alumni Spotlight: Mrs. Barbara-Gene Browne – A Golden Legacy of Music and Mentorship
By Ms. Simone T. Augustus, Communications Specialist, Office of the President As the University of the Southern Caribbean (USC) embarks on its centennial journey, we take a moment to celebrate the extraordinary alumni who have shaped our institution’s legacy. This month, we shine the Alumni Spotlight on Mrs. Barbara-Gene Browne, a member of the Class […]
From Celebration to Compassion: USC’s Student Advisement Center Community Hamper Initiative
By Mrs. Lois Baynes, Director, Student Advisement Center & Ms. Simone Augustus, Communications Specialist, Office of the President The spirit of giving has long been at the heart of the University of the Southern Caribbean (USC), and nowhere is this more evident than in the Student Advisement Center’s (SAC) Community Hamper Project. What began as […]