The Cave Newspaper
BY THE CAVE HILL GUILD OF STUDENTS Volume 2 Issue 2 Thursday, November 4th 2021 MONTHLY RELEASE
“We all have moments where we would like to speak on a certain topic but never had a designated medium to share our opinions publicly. This column will be your safe space to voice your opinions on matters affecting you here at Cave Hill.”
“Greetings Blackbirds! As midterm season winds down, congratulations on making it this far! Pick up The Cave Newspaper today for updates on the biggest campus news you missed while studying.” — Divedi Ramdass
Publications Committee Editor
RESPONDUS ON US FEATURED STORY
A secure testing environment for a smart campus, or a total invasion of privacy? These recent weeks have been very unsettling for students required to use the Respondus Lockdown Browser & Monitor for tests, midterms, and other online examinations. The Respondus Lockdown Browser is a tool utilized for online proctoring of students. The main functionality of this tool is to lock down the user-interface of a computer to prevent multitasking and application switching. The Respondus Monitor on the other hand is an instructor-enabled feature which records the student’s examination environment through their webcam and microphone for later review. The University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus stresses on the fact that this software is indeed the industry standard for online testing and proctoring, however, a certain percentage of the student population still disagrees with this examination method and claims it should be reevaluated. Many complaints have been
made about the software’s compatibility with specific laptops, its tendency to crash, as well as the obvious invasion of privacy. As much as some students understand the concept of emulating the physical face-to-face setting, they prioritize their right to privacy which some might say is being “violated” by the university. Additionally, due to the softwares requiring the student’s personal
anti-virus software to be disabled, persons feel uncomfortable with the activity being monitored on their personal device. Some of the lesser concerns are centered around the strange requirements for the testing environment, such as being awarded a failing grade for making unnecessary movements on camera or even sitting too close to windows.
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HELPFUL
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THE UWI MIDTERMS CAVE HILL EDITION CAMPUS Tip #1: Group work contingency plans. In group projects, be prepared for your fellow members to flunk on you. Have a backup plan in case they don't deliver. Protect yourself by consulting with your lecture.
all costs. There could be a chance your internet dips and cause a split second delay that awards you a failing grade.
Tip #4: Use Turnitin to check for similarities. One of the many useful tools provided to us is Turnitin, a software which Tip #2: Save your work! can analyze document Save your assignments as submissions and check for you work on them. Email similarities to help avoid copies to yourself or back accidental plagiarism. them up in case your computer crashes. This could Tip #5: Download your save you lots of time and Turnitin receipts. trouble, especially in this After submitting an assignment you can download online environment. your Turnitin digital Tip #3: Don’t wait for receipts as proof of submission. The receipts time to run out! Waiting the last minute to contain important informasubmit your assignments tion such as the author, could result in many assignment title, and the submission date. regrets. Try to avoid it at
Iyka Dorival is a Dominican born law graduate who exemplifies the very essence of an all-rounded student. She believes that balance is not only essential in ensuring the efficient functioning of various ambits of society, but is also essential in the holistic development of any individual. Last academic year, Ms. Dorival sat on the 2020/2021 Guild Council as the Sir Philip Sherlock Hall Representative while serving in several other leadership positions and still maintaining outstanding academics. We the current council see it fit to specially congratulate Ms. Dorival on her achievement as well as wish her well in future endeavors!
The Cave Who are you? Who am I? Who are we? I am. We are. Women. Formed out of black love, Birthed by a Goddess and natured by king. Raised in the soil that my ancestors have sowed for me. Who am I? I am a light and love, the divine being of what's above. I am all that I am and more. I am the cries met in the night by comforting arms and hymns of lullabies I am the sweat blood and tears that work to provide I am Essential, essentially, that is I I nuture life and assist in growth, as I cradle you in my soul Who am I? Do I need to say....then I am woman Look ma hay!!!! Poem submitted by Skye-Lauren. Student of the Faculty of Culture, Creative & Performing Arts.
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IN RECENT WEEKS NEWS IN SHORT
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COVID-19 CASES ON CAMPUS
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HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA
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BACKLASH AFTER THE GM
There have been updates from the Office of Marketing and Communications following COVID-19 cases being identified in several key areas on campus. As a result, all face-to-face laboratories have been canceled, and campus visits discouraged, while new contacts are being identified for testing and for campus clearance.
The IAC partnered with TTSA to produce a truly spooktacular Halloween Extravaganza on October 31st. From Greek togas to blue hair to bandaged heads, students went all out with their costumes. For once, the scariest thing wasn't upcoming finals nor overwhelming assignments!
Following the recent General Meeting of the Guild of Students, many students expressed their dissatisfaction with the absence of the treasurer's report, the shorter-than-usual duration of the meeting, as well as the responses provided by councilors to some of their questions.
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Stitched by Ali
By Aliyah Bradshaw
Crochet keeps me from unraveling. Hand-made crochet !
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TheBagPlug
By Charise Mason TheBagPlug is an online boutique specialize in fashionable affordable bags.
CONTACT INFO: 1 (246) 841-1395
M6faces
By Maya John
M6faces, seeks to capture and enhance the natural beauty of its clients via make up artistry with vibrant current looks, techniques and top notch service!
CONTACT INFO: Instagram: @m6_glamm
Boldpaints
By Erica Banfield
Stepping into creativity. Painting & Decorating Artist. Customize Shoes. Restorations.
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Renetta Haynes-Layne POSTGRADUATE REPRESENTATIVE
OCTOBER 2021
Shannan Skeet Taekwondo Athlete Meet Shannan Skeete, a 24-year-old Taekwondo Athlete, and First-Class Honor graduate of the Cave Hill Campus. Trained by a 3rd-degree black belt Martial Artist, Taekwondo is the only Martial Art offered by Cave Hill and allows for students to gain self-defense skills, physical fitness, and emotional strength. Through Taekwondo, Ms. Skeete learned time management skills, self-discipline, and has even become familiar with the Korean Language. As a black belt in Martial Arts, Shannan says she uses the technique of visualization to get to her ‘best-focused state’. Despite the hindrances of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ms. Skeete is optimistic about the continuation of training once restrictions are lifted.
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DO YOU KNOW YOUR HOUSE!?
UPCOMING WEEKS Say it with your [ch]est. TTSA WEEK OCTOBER 31ST - NOVEMBER 6TH
FCCPA/ARTS WEEK NOVEMBER 7TH - 13TH
CHANCELLOR SPORTS NOVEMBER 14TH - 20TH
BSA WEEK NOVEMBER 21ST - 27TH
Greetings blackbirds. We all have moments where we would like to speak on a certain topic but never had a designated medium to share our opinions publicly. This column will be your safe space to voice your opinions on matters affecting you here at Cave Hill. If you wish to submit an opinion the rules are as follows: - No profanity, - No calling of names, - No defamation of someone’s character. Submissions should be no more than 140 words and emailed to guildpcc@mycavehill.uwi.edu. All submissions will be vetted prior to publishing and your identity will remain anonymous.