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December 11, 2025

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The University of Guyana has appointed Professor Randolph Persaud as Pro Chancellor, following elections held by the institution’s 12th Council on December 8, 2025, the university said on Thursday. He will also serve as acting Chancellor until a new Chancellor is named. The university thanked outgoing Chancellor Professor John Edward Greene for his leadership since […]

December 9, 2025

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The University of Guyana (UG) on Saturday awarded an honorary doctorate to businessman Mohin Nand Persaud during its 25th Convocation Ceremony at the Berbice Campus, recognising his contributions to the country’s agricultural and business sectors. The recognition marked a proud moment for the Nand Persaud Group of Companies and for Guyana’s agricultural community, which has […]

December 7, 2025

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When Rajendra Deonarain of #70 Village, Corentyne, Berbice, stepped into the University of Guyana Berbice Campus for his final year of the Bachelor of Education Degree (Science) programme, he never imagined he would walk back out as the 2025 Best Graduating Student. “I thought a lot of people would get the 4.0 GPA,” he said […]

November 4, 2025

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For Isaiah and Thilia Somerset, a young couple with dreams of acquiring a university degree, the journey to academic glory was filled with challenges and obstacles. They faced health issues, financial difficulties, and, on top of this, had to deal with all the challenges that come with an expanding family. But they were determined to […]

October 2, 2025

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The 2025 Regional Symposium and Policy Dialogue on Transforming Education is currently underway in Barbados, bringing together leaders from across the Caribbean to discuss strategies for reimagining education systems in the region. The event, hosted by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) in collaboration with Barbados’ Ministry of Educational Transformation, runs from September 30 to October […]

May 30, 2025

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The University of Guyana (UG) will reopen its application portal today, after having closed it on May 16. The university reported receiving over 20,000 applications in the first month of offering free tuition, and this overwhelming response prompted the closure. However, due to a number of requests by students and other stakeholders, the university announced […]

April 22, 2025

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Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) students writing examinations this year are encouraged to apply for admission to the University of Guyana for the upcoming academic year, pending their results. According to a release, students who wish to apply must indicate to the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) that they wish to have their results shared directly […]

April 13, 2025

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The programmes offered by the University of Guyana (UG) Tain Campus in Region Six will be expanded as part of a broader push to enhance education access nationwide, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced on Sunday. Speaking at a community meeting held on the campus’ tarmac, Ali said the investment will allow the campus to […]

March 7, 2025

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Networking and mentorship are vital tools that enable women entrepreneurs to thrive in today’s fast-paced and interconnected business world, said Vice-Chancellor of the University of Guyana (UG), Professor Paloma Mohamed-Martin. Professor Mohamed-Martin shared this perspective ahead of International Women’s Day, which will be celebrated tomorrow, and the opening of the HerVenture Summit and Expo, which […]

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Professor Persaud appointed UG Pro Chancellor

Mohin Nand Persaud recognised for outstanding contributions to agriculture and business

UG Berbice Campus top graduate credits success to wife’s support, personal discipline

UG graduation: Husband and wife overcome major obstacles on journey to academic glory

UG’s Dr. Lidon Lashley participates in Regional Education Symposium in Barbados

UG reopens application portal after overwhelming response

CSEC students desirous of attending UG, encouraged to apply early

Law, medicine, engineering to be offered at UG Tain Campus

Professor Mohamed-Martin: Networking, mentorship vital to propel women entrepreneurs

‘Shortman’ charged with manslaughter over teen’s death at lake outing

84 persons with disabilities equipped with trade skills

Private sector backs selective intake of skilled deportees

‘Shortman’ charged with manslaughter over teen’s death at lake outing

84 persons with disabilities equipped with trade skills

Private sector backs selective intake of skilled deportees