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WINDREF Combats Neglected Tropical Diseases
On Tuesday evening, June 17th, over 100 guests of Windward Islands Research and Education Foundation (WINDREF) convened at London’s House of Lords for a fundraiser to aid in the awareness and eradication of the world’s neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), especially those affecting the smaller states of the Caribbean. The event included the announcement of Lord May of Oxford as the 2008 recipient of the Mike Fisher Memorial Award.
Calum Macpherson, Director of WINDREF, in his introduction to the evening, its purpose, and the keynote speaker, Professor David Molyneux, described the institute as “uniquely placed to address the problems of NTDs in the Caribbean with its collaborations with local governments and worldwide research institutions.”
Climate Change, Water, and Sanitation in the Caribbean
On Monday, June 23rd, Taylor Hall opened its doors to a unique three-fold conference. For five consecutive days, the critical environmental issues of the Caribbean, including climate change, water and sanitation, were addressed.
SGU Hosts Inaugural Parents’ Weekend,
August 22, 2008 – August 24, 2008
St. George’s University will be conducting its inaugural Parents’ Weekend from August 22, 2008 through August 24, 2008. The “Beyond Spice” Parents’ Weekend will allow parents and families to experience the full educational program.
21st Century Caribbean Literati Celebrated
It was an exciting week at True Blue, one that celebrated the cross-cultural impact of Caribbean women’s literature throughout the 21st century.
Dr. Jim Yong Kim Speaker for 2008 SOM Commencement Ceremony
On Saturday, May 3rd, St. George’s University’s School of Medicine held its Annual Commencement Ceremony at Avery Fisher Hall in New York City. Two ceremonies were needed to accommodate the more than 500 graduates.