UWI Alumni Association - Anguilla Chapter

‼️📣📢🔔REMINDER-Completing Students Semester II 2025/2026✨

All students completing their programme by the end of Semester II 202/2026 (May 2026) are required to complete the form via this link https://forms.gle/ofxtEUZLpGYJ2HkUA by May 31, 2026. Further information can be found in the initial email sent on February 12, 2026.

‼️📣📢🔔REMINDER-Completing Students Semester II 2025/2026✨
All students completing their programme by the end of Semester II 2025/2026 (May 2026) are required to complete the form via this link https://forms.gle/ofxtEUZLpGYJ2HkUA by May 31, 2026. Further information can be found in the initial email sent on February 12, 2026. UWIGC Guild of Students Anguilla Chapter UWI Alumni Association - Anguilla Chapter

PELICAN HIGHLIGHT 👏💐🥳

Saluting Tiffany Moore (BSc. Marketing-Class of 2022) who is currently featured by Women in Tourism Caribbean . Tiffany is a dedicated marketing professional who continues to embody Pelican Pride. 👏🌺✅ UWI Alumni Association - Anguilla Chapter

Women in Tourism Caribbean – WOW Highlight ✨

Celebrating the next generation of Caribbean tourism leaders making their mark through creativity and strategy.

Meet Tiffany Moore, Marketing Supervisor at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla.

With a passion for storytelling and digital innovation, Tiffany has been instrumental in shaping how the brand connects with audiences online—bringing together strategy, creativity, and authenticity to elevate the resort’s presence.

In her expanded role, she continues to drive impactful digital growth—leading content, campaigns, and integrated marketing efforts that strengthen visibility and engagement across key platforms. Her work reflects a deep understanding of both brand and audience, helping position Anguilla as a premier luxury destination.

Tiffany’s journey is a powerful reminder that growth comes from embracing opportunity, honing your craft, and showing up with purpose. Her dedication to continuous learning and collaboration highlights the evolving role of digital leadership in Caribbean tourism.

Here’s to women who are shaping the narrative, building brands, and driving the future of tourism in our region.

PELICAN HIGHLIGHT 🥳👏✅ Congratulations to our UWI Pelicans from the Management Studies Programme on their promotions at the Immigration Department - Anguilla . Nimervia Reid (BSc. Human Resource Management, Class of 2023) Callin Freeman (BSc. Financial Management, Class of 2022) and Keneka Bailey (BSc. Marketing, Class of 2023). Congratulations ladies, We wish you every success in your new roles.‼️🎊🤝💐

IMMIGRATION DEPARTMENT CONGRATULATES NEW IMMIGRATION OFFICERS II (SUPERVISORS)

The Immigration Department is pleased to congratulate three officers on their promotion to Immigration Officer II (Supervisor), effective April 13, 2026.

We extend our warmest congratulations to Ms. Keneka Bailey, Ms. Callin Freeman, and Ms. Nimervia Reid, who previously served as Immigration Officers I and have now assumed their new roles.

Management and staff of the Immigration Department wish them every success in their new positions and look forward to their continued contributions to the department’s success.

PELICAN HGHLIGHT👏✨✅‼️ Saluting Shayne Adamson-2025 Recipient of the ACOCI Scholarship. Shayne is a continuing student, pursuing a BSc. Financial Management. The ACOCI Scholarship Fund was created by the Anguilla Chamber of Commerce and Industry to do exactly what it did for Shayne. Through ACOCI’s collaboration with The University of the West Indies, the fund helps to identify potential in a young person, meets them where they are, and gives them the support to go further.

Shayne's story is proof that this investment matters. But he is one student. There are others waiting who are equally capable, equally driven and who simply need someone to believe in them enough to contribute. UWIGC Guild of Students Anguilla Chapter ANGLEC Anguilla Chamber Commerce

Meet Shayne Adamson - ACOCI's 2025 Scholarship Recipient

The Anguilla Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACOCI) Scholarship Fund exists for moments exactly like this one. Moments where a young Anguillian with drive, discipline, and a clear vision simply needs someone in their corner to say — we see you, and we've got you. This year, that person is Shayne. And we could not be prouder to help make his dream a reality by covering tuition payments at the University of the West Indies. Read his story below.

Some people stumble into opportunity. Others quietly prepare for it. When it arrives, they recognize it immediately.

Shayne is the latter kind of person.
Shayne was born in Jamaica, but Anguilla is where he was raised and became who he is. He carries the quiet confidence of someone who has been shaped by small island life.

"It's a small community," he reflects, "so you learn very early on the value of relationships, hard work, and reputation. People notice when you apply yourself, and they also notice when you don't."

This is a lesson he holds tightly.

Driven by Curiosity

Growing up, Shayne was the kind of child who wanted to understand how things worked. This included organizations, businesses, electronics, and machines. That natural curiosity, paired with the encouragement of family, friends, and mentors, quietly laid the groundwork for the path he is now walking.

Today, Shayne is pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Financial Management at the University of the West Indies.

"I've always had a natural interest in strategy, managing money effectively, and understanding how decisions today influence tomorrow," he says. "Even on a personal level, I've always been intentional about managing resources and thinking long-term. Finance provides the analytical tools to apply that same thinking on a much larger scale within organizations."

It is the kind of self-awareness that is rare in someone his age — the ability to look inward, identify a pattern of thinking, and then find the academic discipline that gives it structure and power.

The Call That Changed Everything

Shayne first learned about the ACOCI scholarship through the staff at UWI.

He recalls, "About two weeks earlier, I had been speaking with a colleague about my desire to secure a scholarship or some form of financial support. So, when the opportunity was brought to my attention, I couldn't help but wonder if it was God's answer to that very request."
He applied and waited to see how things unfolded.

A few weeks later, his phone rang. It was ACOCI congratulating him on his success.

"I looked up and quietly expressed my gratitude, feeling truly honored and thankful. It felt like a direct answer to my request and a meaningful recognition of all the effort I'd put into my education." He was standing next to a coworker when the call came through and she was the first person he told. "In that moment, I paused to appreciate how far I'd come, and I felt a renewed motivation to keep pushing forward."

The Reality of University Life

Shayne does not romanticize the university experience. He speaks about it honestly as something both demanding and deeply worthwhile.

"My experience at UWI has been both challenging and rewarding. University pushes you to think more critically and independently.
He shared, "What surprised me most is how much responsibility falls on the student. You have a lot of freedom, but that freedom requires discipline and strong time management."
Balancing the academic workload alongside other responsibilities has been his greatest challenge and his greatest teacher. "I've learned that success in that environment comes down to structure and persistence, staying organized, managing time carefully, and keeping long-term goals in mind. Once you develop that discipline, the challenges become much more manageable."

Motivated by a Decision

When asked about his greatest source of motivation, Shayne's answer is both unexpected and deeply moving.

"To be honest, my greatest source of motivation is less a who and more a what."

He pauses before continuing. "It came from witnessing the struggles within my family lineage and making the decision that I would become the antithesis of that cycle."

It is a quietly powerful statement.

Shayne continued, "I'm driven by the idea of building something meaningful and creating opportunities that didn't always exist before. Knowing that the work I'm doing now can open doors in the future keeps me focused."

Eyes on the Horizon

In five to ten years, Shayne sees himself in consulting, corporate strategy, or business restructuring, working alongside organizations navigating complex challenges and helping them find their footing again.

"I'm particularly interested in helping organizations navigate difficult periods and reposition themselves for long-term success," he says. "Understanding financial performance, risk, and strategic decision-making is essential if you want to help companies solve complex problems and improve their operations."

And closer to home? Shayne is clear about where his heart is anchored. "I'd like to contribute to the economic development of Anguilla by applying what I've learned to help businesses grow and become more resilient." He sees his education as a tool to pour into the community that helped shape him.

To the Young Person Who Is Hesitating

If there is a young person in Anguilla — or anywhere — reading this and talking themselves out of applying for a scholarship, out of pursuing a degree, out of taking a chance on themselves, Shayne has something to say to them.

"I would tell them not to count themselves out before they even try. Opportunities like scholarships exist to support people who are willing to put in the effort and take a chance on themselves. Applying might feel intimidating, but you never know what doors can open if you take that step. Sometimes the difference between success and missed opportunity is simply having the courage to apply."

Invest in the Next Shayne

The ACOCI Scholarship Fund was created by the Anguilla Chamber of Commerce and Industry to do exactly what it did for Shayne. Through ACOCI’s collaboration with the University of the West Indies, the fund helps to identify potential in a young person, meets them where they are, and gives them the support to go further.
Shayne's story is proof that this investment matters. But he is one student. There are others waiting who are equally capable, equally driven and who simply need someone to believe in them enough to contribute.

If Shayne's story moved you, consider being part of the next one.

Your contribution to the ACOCI Scholarship Fund helps promising Anguillian students pursuing business-focused degrees turn ambition into achievement.

To contribute to the ACOCI Scholarship Fund, contact us at [email protected] or 1-264-235-2839.

📣Our Garden Connect event is happening now‼️

All roads lead to The Green Space.

📢 The day has finally arrived for our GARDEN CONNECT event‼️

😀Calling ALL UWI graduates to join us this
evening for an opportunity to network with fellow Alumni and the Executive to discuss future plans of the Alumni Association.

It promises to be a great evening‼️ You do not want to miss this‼️ 📣

📍 The Green Space

🕰️ 5:00 PM

📣Our Garden Connect event is happening TOMORROW‼️

Calling ALL UWI graduates to join us:

🗓️ 26th April, 2026

🕔 5:00 PM

📍 The Green Space

📣 2 more days until our Garden Connect event‼️

Calling ALL UWI graduates to join us:

🗓️ 26th April, 2026

🕔 5:00 PM

📍 The Green Space

📣 The time is drawing nearer‼️On Sunday, 26th April 2026 ALL roads lead to The Green Space at 5:00 PM.

3 more days until our Garden Connect event‼️

📢 The count down is on- 5 more days until our GARDEN CONNECT event.😀Calling all UWI graduates to join us this Sunday, 26 April 2026 for an evening of socialising. It promises to be a great evening‼️ You don’t want to miss this‼️ 📣

📍 The Green Space

🕰️ 5:00 PM

Anguilla Tourism Week 2025 kicks off tomorrow, and we’re proud to spotlight an accomplished tourism professional, a dynamic leader and three-time Pelican who is also a past Executive member of the UWI Alumni Association- Anguilla Chapter, Mr Jameel Rochester. ✨

A distinguished three-time graduate of The University of the West Indies, Jameel holds a:

Master’s Degree in General Management Studies (Distinction, 2020) 🎓🌟

BSc in General Management Studies (Honours, 2015) 📘✨

Certificate in Hospitality & Tourism Management in the Caribbean (UWI) 🏝️📚

In 2025, Jameel was appointed Director of Tourism at the Anguilla Tourist Board. He also held an impactful tenure as Destination Experience Manager with the ATB. Just this past week, the Anguilla Tourist Board celebrated a major milestone with the official launch of Anguilla Air Services’ scheduled route between Anguilla and St. Kitts, which ushers in a new era in regional connectivity. The route boosts convenience for residents and visitors, increases regional tourism flows, expands business opportunities, and promotes cultural exchange across the Caribbean. 🤝✨

Jameel represented Anguilla on the inaugural flight and emphasised the significance of the development saying “Intra-regional airlift is vital to the social and economic stability of our islands. We commend Anguilla Air Services for this important investment in regional connectivity and welcome the opportunities it will create for our residents, our tourism sectors and our wider economies.”

The service operates Sunday–Friday at 8:30 AM, and Saturdays at 2:30 PM, offering travellers efficient, seamless access between the two destinations. Travellers are encouraged to book early for holidays, events, and multi-island Caribbean adventures. 🗺️✈️🌞

Join us in celebrating Jameel’s continued commitment to advancing Anguilla’s tourism development and strengthening regional partnerships. A true Pelican blazing the trail! 🔥🐦💛