UTech Orientation Guide 2013 (online)

Welcome! Welcome! Welcome! to the

University of Technology, Jamaica Welcome to the University of Technology, Jamaica. We are pleased that you have made us your university of choice. The University is committed to providing for you, opportunities that will develop the total self and ensure life long learning, personal development and service to the community. Our programmes are designed to produce students with excellent leadership qualities that make them the most sought after in the corporate world.

We wish you success as you begin your journey.

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Prof. The Hon. Errol Morrison, President Elaine Wallace, PhD, MBA, Registrar

ORIENTATION SCHEDULE - Papine

Sunday August 18,2013 ............................................................ 6 Parents, Guardians, Spouses Orientation

Monday August 19,2013 ........................................................... 8 Getting to know your University

Tuesday August 20,2013 ........................................................ 10 Key Services to your Success

Wednesday August 21,2013 .................................................. 12

People, Places and Services in your Faculty (Papine & Authur Wint campuses) Calvin McKain Library Tours

Thursday August 22,2013 ...................................................... 18

Community Service Conference Sports Orientation

Friday August 22,2013 .......................................................... 20

Academic Induction Ceremony

Saturday August 23,2013 ..................................................... 24 Shopping & City Tour

HALLS OF RESIDENCE ORIENTATION SCHEDULE

Sunday ....................................................................................... 26 Monday .......................................................................................................... 26 Tuesday ..................................................................................... 27 Wednesday ............................................................................... 28 Thursday ................................................................................... 29 Friday ........................................................................................ 29 Saturday .................................................................................... 30 Sunday ...................................................................................... 30

Support Services ..................................................................... 32 Campus Security ..................................................................... 36 Bus Routes & Places of Worship .............................................. 37 Students’ Union Council ........................................................... 38 Sporting Activites ..................................................................... 42

ORIENTATION SCHEDULE - Western Campus MESSAGE

Prof. Geraldene B. Hodelin, O. D, Ph. D., C. P. H. E., Principal Sunday (Church Service/ Parents, Guardians, Spouses Orientation) ........... 47 Monday (Students, Parents, Guardians, Spouses Orientation) ................... 48 Tuesday (Colleges, Faculties Orientation) ........................................... 49 Wednesday (Induction Ceremony) ................................................... 50 Thursday (Health Fair) .................................................................. 51 University Song ............................................................................. 52 Student Induction Pledge ............................................................... 53

Message From The President A very warm UTech welcome to new students. You have made an excellent choice by making Jamaica’s premier national University your place to proceed on your lifelong path to “Excellence through Knowledge.”

You have entered an institution that is student – centred in focus where each student is provided with the opportunity to learn, grow, develop, and reach his/her full potential as a valued member of the UTech community, the nation and the global workforce. It is with this in mind that we are preparing all our students to be global citizens who have been equipped to contribute to development anywhere.

The University continues to grow and develop exponentially and now has eight (8) academic units comprising three colleges and five faculties. The UTech Academy provides pre-university access through various course delivery modalities as well as continuing education and professional development programmes. In the last academic year, the Joint Colleges of Medicine, Oral Health and Veterinary Sciences comprising the College of Medicine and Public Health, College of Oral Health Sciences and the College of Veterinary Sciences were established and already Oral Health programmes are in full stride and at world class standards.

It is noteworthy that through the commitment and dedication of our faculty, staff, alumni and our students, our University continues to expand its capacity for training and service despite declining Government subvention and a prevailing harsh economic climate. The next wave of development will be concentrated on developing the University’s Western campus to further enhance the institution’s capacity to sustain itself and to expand academic offerings to respond to current and future local, regional and global human capital demands.

As you traverse the Papine campus you will also see upgrading work being carried out on several buildings aimed at improving the environment in which you will work, study and play. This is being supported through the ongoing UTech/CDB US$42.6 million Enhancement Project.

I take this opportunity to implore all new students to take a responsible approach towards your education from the very beginning of your course of study so that you will reap the full benefits of the privilege of acquiring a world class tertiary educational experience. This is a privilege still held by less than 5% of the Jamaican population. I encourage you to read widely, focus keenly on your academic goals and explore all avenues that will challenge you to think innovatively, creatively and independently.

Additionally, you should seek to become involved in campus life, as the experiences that you gain from that exposure will help to make you a more rounded individual. Do ensure that you participate in cultural activities, intellectual and sporting events, student clubs and societies, as well as community service.

Read this Orientation Guide thoroughly and take advantage of all the channels for open communication and cooperation between the student body and the University’s faculty, administration and support staff.

My best wishes to our entire student body for a successful and rewarding academic year.

Prof. the Hon. Errol Morrison, OJ, Hon LLD, MD, PhD, FRCP (Glasg), FACP, FRSM (UK), FRSH (UK), FJIM

Message From The Registrar It is with pleasure and appreciation that I welcome you to ‘UTech Orientation 2013’ in Kings-ton, and at the Western Campus. This Orientation Week – August 18 – 24, is a short time, but we know that it will be of immense value to you during your student experience with us here at the University of Technology, Jamaica.

For most of you, studying at this level will be a new experience. In addition, there are those among you who will be leaving home for the first time. This will be a transition not only for you, but also for your parents, guardians and spouses, for whom we have arranged special sessions as part of this Orientation Week.

We start your experience at UTech by introducing you to the services that we will provide you; to the persons with whom you will interact in the various areas; and to the places that you will need to know both inside and outside of the campuses. This we do recognizing that the University represents a diverse community, and as incoming students you will add to this diversity.

The orientation programme offers varied activities, including sessions that will focus on special groups, such as advanced placed students and international students. Our objective is to initiate the smooth integration of all new students into the UTech community.

“Transformation through Higher Education”, is the theme for this year’s Orientation Week. It embraces and communicates the University’s commitment to your education and preparation as active citizens in the development of your respective countries, as well as in the wider regional and international communities.

Making the best of your experience requires your own resolve to be successful and to take responsibility for your life as a student at UTech. Our ‘First Year Experience Programme’ will assist you as you as you move forward in your pursuit of academic and personal excellence. I encourage you to join this programme.

Again, welcome to UTech and to Orientation Week 2013 and my best wishes for a successful and rewarding year.

Elaine Wallace, PhD, MBA

S U N D A Y aUGUST 18, 2013 PARENTs/GUARDIANs/SPOUSEs ORIENTATION Venue: Alfred Sangster Auditorium Moderator: Mr Craig McNally University Counsellor

ACTIVITY Assembly (Alfred Sangster Auditorium)

9:00 AM 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Commencement Service

10:30 AM - 11:05 AM

Break

11:05 AM – 11:10 AM

Greetings - Dr. Elaine Wallace, University Rigistrar

11:10 AM- 11:25 AM

Campus Security Mr. Maurice Henry - Director, Safety & Security Actg.

11:25 AM – 11:40 AM

SELECT-DNA Mr. Mark Shields - Shields Crime & Security Consultants

11:40 AM – 11:55 AM

Student Financing Ms. Terry-Ann Rhule - Welfare Officer Financial Independence through VMBS

11:55 AM – 12:10 PM

Mr. Leighton Smith - Asst. VP, Sales & Distribution Eastern Region

12:10 PM - 12:15 PM 12:15 – 12:35 PM

Introduction of Keynote Speaker Ms. Delta Wright - VP, Public Relations, Students’ Union Keynote Speaker: “Letting Go” Mrs. Patricia Eves-Mckenzie - Senior University Counsellor

12:35 PM – 12:40 PM

Closing Remarks

12:40 PM - 1:00 PM

Campus Tour - Students’ Union Council

1:00 PM -2: 20 PM

Meet The Deans (see table below)

3:00 PM -4: 00 PM

Halls of Residence Orientation for Parents, Guardians & Spouses

Colleges & Faculties

Business & Management Education & Liberal Studies Engineering & Computing Health Sciences Law Science & Sports The Built Environment Medicine, Oral Health and Veterinary Sciences

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Venues Alfred Sangster Auditorium LT 9A 1C10-13 LT 23 1 A 40-41 FOSS Room 1 LT 4 3A9AB

M o n d a y aUGUST 19, 2013 Getting to know your University Music by: DJ 45 & DJ Nasaal Emcee: Likkle K & Duuds Venue: Alfred Sangster Auditorium

ACTIVITY 8:00AM

Assembly (Caribbean Sculpture Park)

Featuring Seaview Gardens Marching Band

Campus Tour - Students’ Union Council 8:15 AM - 8:50 AM

Students assebmle in the auditorium

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Meditation - Mrs. Carrol Richards, University Chaplain

9:15 AM - 9:20 AM

Welcome - Dr. Elaine Wallace, University Registrar

9:20 AM - 9:25 AM

UTech Song - Led by UTech Ensemble

9:25 AM – 9:30 AM 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM

Introduction of Keynote Speaker

Mr. Oshane Hall - VP, Student Services, Students’ Union

Keynote Speaker

Mr. Michael Maragh - FCCA, MBA(UK), CIA, MIIA, AAT Prinicipal Financial Controller, Ministry Of Health

10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Cultural Presentation - Centre for the Arts

10:20 AM - 10:30 AM

Greetings From Advancement Division

10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Campus Security Mr. Maurice Henry, Director, Safety & Security (Actg)

10:45 AM – 11:00 AM

Your Health Insurance Benefits Mr. Ray Johnson- Sagicor

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Knowing Your Rights- Sexual Assaults & the Laws Governing It

Mr. Hector Wheeler Associate Vice President, Advancement

Superintendent - Veronica Gilzeane Centre For Investigation Of Sexual Offences & Child Abuse

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Performance - Quilt Performance Arts Company

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

LUNCH BREAK Learning About Your Students’ Union

1:00 PM - 2:10 PM

Mr. Greaville Smith - Students’ Union President

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

CONCURRENT SESSIONS Male Straight Talk - Dr. Leslie Meade (Venue: LT 10A) Female Straight Talk - Dr. Sophie Abrikian (Venue: LT 9A)

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

CONCURRENT SESSIONS Transfer Students Link up - LT10B

Mrs. Angella Issacs-Brown Accomodations Officer

International Students Link up - LT9B

Mrs. Janice Sinclair- Morgan International Students Coordinator

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Total Athlete Pizza Party

Venue: Student Activity Center

T U E S D A Y aUGUST 20, 2013 Key Services to your Success Music By: Dj News & Dj Ango Emcee: Stacy Fabulous & Essi Fresh Venue: Alfred Sangster Auditorium

ACTIVITY 8:30 AM - 8:45 AM

Assembly (Alfred Sangster Auditorium)

8:45 AM - 8:55 AM

Meditation - Rev. Dr. Stephenson Samuels - University Chaplain

8:55 AM - 9:10 AM

Performance - UTech Drummers

9:15 AM - 9:35 AM

Adjusting To University Life Mrs. Dorrset Gabbidon-Pottinger Assistant Registrar, Student Services (Acting)

9:35 AM – 10:05 AM

“Who Is Responsible?”

Mrs. Patricia Eves Mckenzie - Senior University Counsellor Performance - Ja Colas

10:05 AM - 10:20 AM

Customer Service and You

10:20AM – 10:30 AM

Mrs. Tracy-Ann Pessoa - Customer Service Advocate

10:30 AM - 10:35 AM

Presentation of awards for most outstanding booth

10:35 Am – 10:40 AM

BREAK

Concurrent sessions will be repeated as follows:

SESSION 1: 10:40AM - 11:25 AM SESSION 2: 11:30 Am - 12:00 PM

CONCURRENT SESSIONS: Knowing Your Services – “Academics”- LT 23

Dr. Vernon Buchanan-Principal Lecturer, Mechinical Engineering

OR Knowing Your Services – “Library” – LT-10b

Mrs. Richele Harvey - University Librarian

OR Academic Advisement - SOBA Executive Room

Miss Celia Mckoy - Lecturer, School of Business Administration Miss Karlene Black - Head of Division, School of Computing & Information Technology

OR E-Learning and You – SCIT Labs

Dr. Jeanette Bartley-Bryan - Associate Vice President, CEODL

OR Sports Clinic - Athletes in Action - Drawing Room Professional Coaches and Atheletes from USA.

LUNCH

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Performance (DJ Powa - Kevin Shawn Hamilton)

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Dramatic Production - “Tech It 2 Dem: New Semester”

Concurrent sessions will be repeated as follows:

CONCURRENT SESSIONS: Career Pathing- LT23

Dr. Ainsley Deer, CEO & Snr Consultant Training Dynamics and Consultants

CONCURRENT 1: 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM CONCURRENT 2: 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM

OR U & Ur Money At UTech – LT-10b

Mrs. Pauline Madourie - Scholarship Officer

OR How to prepare easy meals - Alfred Sangster Auditorium

Mrs. Mazie Miller Consumer Services Manager, Grace Kennedy Ltd.

OR Knowing Your Handbook-LT-10b

Mrs. Denese Brown-Bell - Student Relations Officer

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wednesday aUGUST 21, 2013 College/Faculty Orientation

People, Places & Services in your College/Faculty Faculty of Engineering and Computing SESSION 1 TIME 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

VENUE Alfred Sangster Auditorium

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING SESSION 1

TIME 10:00AM- 12:00 noon SESSION 2 TIME 5:00PM- 7:30PM

VENUE 1C 10-13 VENUE 1A 66-67

SCHOOL OF COMPUTING SESSION 1 TIME 10:00AM- 12:00 noon

VENUE 1A65-66

SESSION 2 TIME 5:00PM- 7:30PM

VENUE 1A65-66

FACULTY OF law SESSION 1

TIME 1:00 PM- 2:00 PM

VENUE 1A – 40-41

SESSION 2 5:30 PM-7:30 PM

1A – 40-41

FACULTY OF EDUCATION AND LIBERAL STUDIES SESSION 1

TIME 1:30 PM- 3:30 PM

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VENUE LT 9A

JOINT COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, ORAL HEALTH AND VETERINARY SCIENCES SESSION 1 TIME 9:00 AM – 12 NOON

VENUE Arthur Wint Drive

PUBLIC HEALTH AND HEALTH TECHNOLOGY SESSION 1

TIME 12 NOON- 2:00 PM

VENUE PHB1, PHB3 & PHA3

SESSION 2 TIME 5:00PM- 7:00PM

VENUE PHB1, PHB3 & PHA3

ORAL HEALTH SCIENCES SESSION 1

TIME 12 NOON- 2:00 PM

VENUE School of Oral Health Classroom 1, 2 & 3

SESSION 2 TIME 5:00PM- 7:00PM

VENUE School of Oral Health Classroom 1, 2 & 3

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES SESSION 1 TIME 9:00 AM – 12 NOON

VENUE Front Field

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND SPORTS SESSION 1 TIME 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM

VENUE Faculty Lawn

SESSION 2 5:30 PM-7:30 PM

Faculty Lawn

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FACULTY OF THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT SESSION 1

TIME 1:00 PM- 2:30 PM

VENUE LT-4

SESSION 2 5:00 PM-7:30 PM

LT-4

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION SESSION 1 TIME VENUE 2:00 PM- 4:00 PM Alfred Sangster Auditorium SESSION 2 TIME 4: 00 PM- 6:00 PM

VENUE Alfred Sangster Auditorium

HOSPILITY & TOURISM MANAGEMENT SESSION 1 TIME 10: 00 AM- 12:00 noon

VENUE LT 10A

SESSION 2 TIME 6: 30 PM- 7:30 PM

VENUE Lillians

JOAN DUNCAN SCHOOL OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP, ETHICS AND LEADERSHIP SESSION 1 TIME 10:00 AM- 12:00 noon

VENUE TIC

SESSION 2 TIME 6: 00 PM- 7:30 PM

VENUE TIC

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TIME

9am-10am

11am-12pm

2pm-3pm

4pm-5pm

4:00pm-

5:00pm

SOBA

22B-4

4:00pm-

5:00pm

SOBA

22B-3

22B-4

22B-4

22B-3

SOBA

SOBA

SOBA

22B-3

12:00pm

12:00pm

SOBA

11:00am-

11:00am-

3:00pm

22B-4

22B-3

3:00pm

SOBA

SOBA

2:00pm-

10:00am

10:00am

2:00pm-

9:00am-

9:00am-

COBAM

22C-2

SOBA

5:00pm

4:00pm-

22C-2

SOBA

3:00pm

2:00pm-

22C-2

SOBA

12:00pm

11:00am-

22C-2

SOBA

10:00am

9:00am-

SCIT LAB A

5:00pm

4:00pm-

SCIT LAB A

3:00pm

2:00pm-

SCIT LAB A

12:00pm

11:00am-

SCIT LAB A

10:00am

9:00am-

SCIT LAB B

5:00pm

4:00pm-

SCIT LAB B

3:00pm

2:00pm-

SCIT LAB B

12:00pm

11:00am-

SCIT LAB B

SCIT LAB C

5:00pm

4:00pm-

SCIT LAB C

3:00pm

2:00pm-

SCIT LAB C

12:00pm

11:00am-

SCIT LAB C

10:00am

9:00am-

LAB LOCATIONS

-10:00am

9:00am

SCIT

LAB 3A-6

5:00pm

4:00pm-

LAB 3A-6

3:00pm

2:00pm-

LAB 3A-6

12:00pm

11:00am-

LAB 3A-6

10:00am

9:00am-

COHS

LAB 8A2

5:00pm

4:00pm-

LAB 8A2

3:00pm

2:00pm-

LAB 8A2

12:00pm

11:00am-

LAB 8C2

5:00pm

4:00pm-

LAB 8C2

3:00pm

2:00pm-

LAB 8C2

12:00pm

11:00am-

LAB 8C2

10:00am

9:00am-

FELS

LAB 8A2

10:00am

9:00am-

e- learning and you!

LAB 4C8

5:00pm

4:00pm-

LAB 4C8

3:00pm

2:00pm-

LAB 4C8

12:00pm

11:00am-

LAB 4C8

10:00am

9:00am-

SBLM

LAB 1AX

5:00pm

4:00pm-

LAB 1AX

3:00pm

2:00pm-

LAB 1AX

10:00am

9:00am-

LAB 1AX

10:00am

9:00am-

LAB 1A12

5:00pm

4:00pm-

LAB 1A12

3:00pm

2:00pm-

LAB 1A12

12:00pm

11:00am-

LAB 1A24

10:00am

9:00am-

SOE

The OfFIce of Distance Learning in collaboration with LTSU, the Calvin Mckain Library & UTech Students' Union presents

WEDNESDAY aUGUST 21, 2013 CALVIN MCKAIN LIBRARY TOURS people Places and Services in your Faculty

ACTIVITY 12 NOON - 12:30 PM

Faculty of Law

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Faculty of Education & Liberal Studies

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

College of Business & Management (Joan Duncan School of Entrepreneurship Ethics and Leadership)

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Faculty of Science & Sports

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Faculty of Engineering & Computing

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

College of Health Sciences

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

College of Business & Management (Business Administration)

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

College of Business & Management (Hospitality & Tourism Management)

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Faculty of the Built Environment

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

College of Business & Management (Joan Duncan School of Entrepreneurship Ethics and Leadership)

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

College of Business & Management (Business Administration)

7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

College of Health Sciences

7:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Faculty of Science & Sports

8:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Faculty of Engineering & Computing

7:30 PM - 8:00 PM

College of Business & Management (Hospitality & Tourism Management)

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THURSDAY aUGUST 22, 2013 Community Service Conference Music By: DJ SKIPPY people Places and Services in your Faculty

ACTIVITY 8:00 AM-8:55 A.M

Registration “Getting To Know You”

8:55A.M -9:00A.M 9:00A.M- 9:10A.M.

Invocation

Welcome Professor Rosalea Hamilton VP, Division of Development & Community Service Understanding Community Service Mr. Seymour Riley Director, Community Development and Service

9:10 AM.- 9:20 A.M.

9:20AM –9:30A.M

Overview of CSP1001 Mr. Courtney Palmer University Coordinator Lecturer Faculty of Education & Liberal Studies

9:30AM - 10:00AM

“Community Service: The Paradox of Egoism & Altruism” Rev. Dr. Martin Schade Senior Lecturer Faculty of Education & Liberal Studies/CSP Tutor

10:00AM-11:00A.M

Community Service Fair

11:00AM -11:30A.M

11:30AM.-12:00A.M

Agency Presentation Dr. Kim Scott Programme Director Hope Wellness Centre Child Resiliency Programme

CSP1001 Experience

Mr. Geoffrey Byfield Past Student, School of Business Administration/ Present Student Faculty of Law

12:00AM.-12:05AM

12:05 PM.-12:45 PM

Keynote Speaker Mr. Kevin Wallen Motivational Speaker/Transformational Coach

12:45 PM-12:55 PM

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Instrumental Mr. Dwayne Foster Saxophonist Community Service Awards

12:55 PM.-1:05 PM 1:05 PM -1:30 PM

Instrumental Mr. Dwayne Foster Saxophonist

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Community Artiste “Mr. Tye” - Gordon Town Community Instrumental Dwayne Foster - Saxophonist

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f R I D A Y aUGUST 23, 2013 academic induction Venue: Alfred Sangster Auditorium

ACTIVITY 9:00 AM -9:30 AM

Assembly (Alfred Sangster Auditorium)

9:40 AM - 9:50 AM

Academic Procession

9:50 AM - 9:55 AM

Chancellor’s Procession

10:00 AM - 10:05 AM

Meditation Rev. Dr. Lester Orville Shields, University Chaplain

10:05 AM - 10:07 AM

Opening Remarks Dr. Elaine Wallace, University Registrar

10:07 AM - 10:12 AM

Welcome The Most Hon. Edward G. Seaga On, Pc Chancellor, UTech

10:12 AM - 10: 17 AM

The University Song Led by UTech Vocal Ensemble

10:17 AM - 10:22 AM

Introduction of UTech Staff Mrs. Jennifer Ellis, VP, Human Resources & Administration

10:22 AM - 10:45 AM

PRESIDENT’S CHARGE Prof. The Hon. Errol Morrision, Oj, Md, Phd, Frcp (Glasg), Facp, Frsm (Uk),Frsh President, UTech

10:45 AM - 10:50 AM

Musical Selection Mr. Anthony Rocker, Saxophonist

10:50 AM - 10:55 AM

New Students’ Pledge Led by Mr. Greaville Smith President, Students’ Union Staff Response Led by Mrs.Jennifer Ellis VP, Human Resources & Administration National Anthem Led by UTech Vocal Ensemble

10:55 AM - 11:00 AM

give-aways prizes and surprizes 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Emcee: My My & Diva D. | DJ Kunu

Announcement of Smartphone winners

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Saturday aUGUST 21, 2013 Papine Campus Shopping Tour

Students are asked to assemble at the Student Services’ Car Park by 9:30 AM.

DEPARTURE TIME 10:00 AM

RETURN TIME 4:00 PM

NB: •Please take money for lunch •Entry fee for the ‘Giddy House, Port Royal is J$300.00 •RSVP - Alicia Williams at email: aawilliams@utech.edu.jm

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HALLS OF RESIDENCE ORIENTATION Sunday, August 18, 2013

ACTIVITY 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Check in

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Hall Meetings

9:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Hall Orientation

NB Teams will be announced on Sunday evening and will remain intact for all team building excersises.

Monday, August 19, 2013

ACTIVITY 5:00-5:10a.m

Wake up Call-Executives from each hall

5:10-5:25a.m

Devotions - Joint Religious Coordinator

5:25-5:35a.m

Introduction of Hall F Executive

5:35-5:45am

Exercise Session- Joint Sports

5:45-6:00a.m Evening Session 6:00-6:10p.m

Team Building Activities-(Retreat Team 2013)

Host:

Entertainment/Cultural

Icebreaker - Joint First Year Experience Coordinator

6:10- 6:40 pm

6:40-6:50pm

Greetings

Mrs. Dorrset Gabbidon-Pottinger Assistant Registrar, Student Services Mrs. Angela Isaacs Brown Accommodations Officer Mr. Greaville Smith, President Students’ Union Council Introduction of Resident Managers

6:50-7:00p.m

Resident Managers of the Evening

Ms. Petula Whyte & Mr. Michael Rhule

7:00-7:15p.m

Introduction of Freshers (by halls in alphabetical order)

7:15-7:25p.m

Joint Beautification & Welfare (Closing Activity)

7:25-8:00pm 8:00-10:30p.m

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HALLS OF RESIDENCE ORIENTATION Tuesday, August 20, 2013

ACTIVITY 5:00-5:10a.m

Wake Up Call - Hall E

5:10-5:25a.m

Devotions - Joint Religious Coordinator

5:25-5:35a.m

Introduction of Hall E Executives

5:35-5:45a.m

Exercise Session- Joint Sports/Team Building Activities

5:45-6:00am

BREAK

Evening Session 6:00-6:10p.m 6:10-6:50pm

Host:

Joint PRO/Editorial Coordinator

Icebreaker - Joint Cultural & Entertainment Coordinator Greetings

Mrs. Heather White Health Administrator & Director of Health & Safety First Aid Demonstration Ms. Ajunay Lemmie - Director of Health & Safety Students’ Union Council

Mr. Andre Lynch FMD Representative

Mrs. Bevon March-Brown Housekeeping Manager

6:50-7:00p.m

Resident Manager of the Evening (Ms. Tashoya Street)

7:00-7:10pm

Entertainment (Dance, Dub, DJ)

7:10-7:20p.m

Knowing Yourself - Hall Chair Representative

7:20-7:30pm

Prezi Chat - “UTech Lifestyle” Mr. Greaville Smith - President, Students’ Union

7:30-8:00pm 8:00-10:30p.m

REST Hall Orientation

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HALLS OF RESIDENCE ORIENTATION Wednesday, August 21, 2013

ACTIVITY 5:00-5:10a.m

Wake Up Call- Farquharson Hall

5:10-5:25a.m

Devotions - Joint Religious Coordinator

5:25-5:35am

Introduction of Farquharson Hall Executive

5:35-5:45a.m 5:45-6:00am Evening

Dancercise Session - Joint Sports Coordinator Team Building Activities - Resident Assistants Hosts:

Joint Beautification Coordinator

6:00-6:10p.m

Icebreaker - Joint Cultural & Entertainment Coordinator

6:10-6:15p.m

Resident Manager of the Evening (Mr. Gregory Linton)

6:15-7:30 pm

Guest Speaker - (Female Talk) “Woman to Woman”

7:15-7:30p.m

Guest Speaker - (Rev. Stevenson Samuels) “Big Man Ting”

7:30-7:40p.m

Joint Beautification Coordinator

7:40-8:00pm

REST

8:00-10:30p.m

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Hall Orientation

Thursday, August 22, 2013

ACTIVITY 5:00AM -5:10a.m

Individual Halls

5:10AM -5:25a.m

Devotions - Joint Religious Coordinator

5:25AM -5:35am

Introductions of Garvey Hall Executive Dancercise Session- Joint Sports Coordinator

5:35AM -5:45a.m

Team Building Activities

5:45AM -6:00am Evening

Hosts:

Joint Health

6:00 PM-6:10p.m

Icebreaker - Joint Cultural & Entertainment Coordinator

6:10 PM-6:15p.m

Resident Manager of the Evening (Ms. Stephanie Morris)

6:15 PM-7:30 pm

Mrs. Kimberly Waugh-Medical Centre- “Campus Healthy Living”

7:15 PM-7:30p.m

Representative from Scotia Bank-“Economic Survival”

7:30 PM-7:40p.m

Introduction of Joint Representatives

7:40 PM-8:00pm

Introduction of Student Union Members

8:00 PM-10:30PM

REST

8:00 PM-10:30PM

Hall Orientation

Friday, August 23, 2013

ACTIVITY 5:00-5:10a.m

Individual Halls

5:10-5:25a.m

Devotions - Joint Religious Coordinator

5:25-5:35a.m

Introductions of Hall B Executives

5:35-5:45pm

Exercise Session- Joint Sports Coordinator Emergency Drill Demonstration

5:45-6:00a.m Evening

Host:

Joint First Year Experience

6:00-6:10p.m

Icebreaker - Joint Cultural Coordinator

6:10-6:20p.m

Resident Managers of the Evening Ms. Verona Henry & Mr. Clavery Allen

6:20-7:00p.m

Derk Nelson (Past Hall Chair) “How to make the best of campus life” Ranique Rookwood (Past Hall Chair) “Experiences Living on Hall”

8:30-9:00p.m

Orientation Quiz

9:00-11:00pm

Hall Orientation

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HALLS OF RESIDENCE ORIENTATION Saturday, August 24, 2013

ACTIVITY 5:00-5:10a.m

Wake Up Call-Individual Halls

5:10-5:25a.m

Devotions - Joint Religious Coordinator Introduction of Hall A Executive

5:25-5:35a.m 5:35-5:45am

Exercise Session- Joint Sports Coordinator

5:45-8:15a.m

Team Building Activities (Courtball) Seniors vs Freshers

8:15am-8:30pm

Exchange of Executives (Fostering Integration among halls)

Evening

Hosts:

Resident Assistants

Sporting Events - Hosts: Joint Cultural Coordinator

2:00-4:30p.m

Crazy Dress Social

5:00p.m

Sunday, August 25, 2013

ACTIVITY 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Evening

Church Service

Host:

Hall Chairperson

7:00-7:20 pm

Devotion (Freshers)

7:20-7:30 pm

Announcement of Crazy Dress & Dorm Chant Winners

7:30p.m

Hall Chair Award, Graduation & Week in Review

Vote of Thanks

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Student Development EMPLOYMENT EMPOWERMENT • Need preparation for your life in the job market after graduation?

• Need to ensure that you get that job that you want so badly?

• Want to impress your prospective employers?

FINAL YEAR STUDENTS, ENROL IN THE EMPLOYMENT EMPOWERMENT SESSIONS NOW

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME • Do you have aspirations of becoming a great and influential leader?

• Are you a leader in any clubs or societies?

• Are you a participant in the high school mentoring programme?

THEN YOU COULD QUALIFY TO BE A PART OF THE LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME

FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE • Are you a first year student?

• Do you want to be successful through your years in university?

• Do you want an edge in your university life?

JOIN OTHERS IN THE FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME

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MENTORING PROGRAMME Are you: • Looking for face to face interaction with professionals in the working world?

• Wanting to learn directly from the professionals?

• Seeking assistance to help with your transition into the “working world”?

BECOME A MENTEE IN THE MENTORING PROGRAMME AT THE CAREER AND PLACEMENT UNIT

CHAPLAINCY • Do want to ensure your spiritual wholeness throughout your university life?

• Do you want to get in touch with your spiritual side to ensure a rounded personality?

WE HAVE A NUMBER OF CHAPLAINS TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR SPIRITUAL NEEDS

PEER COUNSELLING Are you: • Seeking assistance through times of turmoil?

• More comfortable sharing your problems with one of your peers?

• Prepared to help others survive at University?

YOU ARE A FIT CANDIDATE TO BECOME A PEER COUNSELLIOR. SEE THE COUNSELLING UNIT

Utech Medical Centre The Medical Centre, staffed with trained professionals, provides medical care, health education and counselling, family planning and phlebotomy services for students and staff.

Opening hours are 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Mondays - Thursdays, and 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Fridays. Students may also access dental, optical and medical services at the Foundation for International Self Help (FISH) at a discount.

FISH is located at 19 Gordon Town Rd, Kingston 6.

The Financial Aid Office The Financial Aid Office assists students with all aspects of financial planning for their tertiary education. Students are advised to budget not only for tuition fees but also for other expenses such as accommodation, meals, books, special equipment and projects. The Six Point Plan outlined below, recommends the following sources for accessing funds to support tuition and other school related expenses: • Private resources • Students Loan Bureau scheme (Applications accepted January –April) • Employer support • Scholarships and Bursaries • Earn & Study (campus employment) • Financial Aid Grants The Financial Aid Office administers the Scholarships and Bursaries, Earn and Study and Financial Aid Grants Programmes.

It also plays a proactive role in identifying other sources of funding for students who are financially challenged.

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Campus Security CAMPUS SECURITY TIPS

• Wear your UTech Student ID at ALL TIMES.

• Respect the security officers. They are placed here to serve and protect you from harm.

• Trust your instincts. If you get a bad “vibe” from someone, put some distance between yourself and the person.

• Be especially aware of your surroundings at times when you may be less alert and more vulnerable to an attack, e.g., during exams, when you are upset, sick, or tired.

• Use discretion and caution when taking shortcuts through isolated parts of the campus. Utilize the Safety and Security’s campus escort service.

• Report all accidents or “CLOSE CALLS” to the Safety and Security Department.

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• Do not leave your valuables unattended.

• Ensure you lock your car doors and windows when exiting your vehicle. Do not leave your gate pass in your vehicle. Do not leave your valuables in your vehicle.

• Be discreet with cash.

• Avoid using an ATM at night. if you must use an ATM at night, ask someone to accompany you.

• Check around the ATM first to make sure no one is lurking in the shadows.

The Safety and Security Department is situated to the left of the Administration building’s main entrance. The Department can be contacted at extentions 3221 or 3551.

ROCKFOR T DEP OT

P OR TMORE DEP OT

helpful bus routes ROUTE

ORIGIN

DESTINATION

19AX

Greater Portmore

Papine

128

Angels

Papine

303

Christian Gardens

Papine

308

Naggo Head

Papine

319

Greater Portmore

Papine

52

Subtotal Portmore

Papine

ROUTE

ORIGIN

DESTINATION

61

Gordon Town

City

66

Hermitage

City

68

Irvine Hall

City

72

August Town

HWT City

77

August Town

78

August Town

City

72Ex

August Town

HWT

75Ex

Six Miles

Papine

77Ex

August Town

City

78EX

August Town

City

102

Harbour View

August Town

900

HWT

Papine

Places of Worship MONA BAPTIST CHURCH

4 UNIVERSITY MEADOWS

927-1120

MONA HEIGHTS CHAPEL

5 ARALIA DRIVE

977-0334

3 GOLDING AVENUE

927-1494

ST. MICHAEL’S THEOLOGICAL CENTRE GORDON TOWN SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST

GORDON TOWN ROAD

702-1108

STS. PETER & PAUL CHURCH

120 OLD HOPE ROAD

927-6579

HOPE UNITED CHURCH

221 OLD HOPE ROAD

927-2909

ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH

167 OLD HOPE ROAD

927-0651

HOPE GOSPEL ASSEMBLY

136 OLD HOPE ROAD

970-1498

PROVIDENCE METHODIST CHURCH

132 OLD HOPE ROAD

977-6489

CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION

PAL METTO AVE, MONA

977-4743

ESCARPMENT ROAD NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH

3B ESCARPMENT ROAD

977-3221

WESLYAN HOLINESS CHURCH

33 GORDON TOWN ROAD

702-4400

CHRISTIAN LIFE FELLOWSHIP

21 GORDON TOWN ROAD

927-1146

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Student Governance is vital for any institution to have an effective framework. The University of Technology, Jamaica Students’ Union Council has the responsibility of managing the welfare of students’ social, spiritual, and academic well-being. This task is undertaken in the council’s effort “to serve and to represent” the student populace and the “Students’ Union” which consists of all registered students of the University of Technology, Jamaica. The Students’ Union Council is the representational body that consists of both elected and appointed members.

The Board of Executives consists of the President along with five other members of Council. The executive body overseas all other boards namely the Board of Representatives, the Board of Directors, the Advisors as well as the Students’ Union Western Sub Committee.

“Representation Beyond Expectation... Endless Service” For the academic year 2013-2014 the Council will be guided by the theme “Representation Beyond Expectation... Endless Service”. This statement is just one way of informing the University population that the Council is ready and is committed to executing its duties above par.

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Mission, Aims & Objectives (Article II*) Section 1. The Mission of the Students’ Union is: To effectively serve and protect the rights of students promoting their academic, social, cultural, spiritual and physical development, while fostering relations with the wider community.

Section 2. The aims and objectives of the Students’ Union shall be as stipulated in the statute XVIII of the University of Technology Act No. 27/1999: • to promote the interests of the students and represent them in all matters affecting their interest; • afford a recognized means of communication between the students and the authorities of the University; • provide a variety of services to enhance student life; • promote social intercourse and unity of sprit and feeling among the students; and • bring the students into closer relations with the students of other universities and institutions of higher and further education.

(*From the Constitution last revised 2010)

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The Students’ Union Council organizes numerous activities geared towards benefiting our populace. These activities include: STUDENTS’ UNION SERVICES: 1. Document Printing – offered to students at competitive prices.

2. Photocopying – offered at different rates, according to paper type and colour.

3. Facsimile services – offered to students at competitive prices WELFARE SERVICES: 1. Scholarships & Bursaries A number of grants and bursaries are distributed throughout the year.

The Vice President, Student Services operates this programme, for students who apply and meet the basic criterion of need.

2. LOVE LUNCH This is a programme through which the Students’ Union subsidizes the cost of lunches. Tickets can be purchased only at the Students’ Union Office between 10:00 AM. and 12:00 NOON daily. This ticket is equivalent to the price of a small lunch, at the listed food outlets, at a subsidized cost.

3. LOVE BUS (TRANSPORTATION) SERVICE Love Bus Shuttle services are provided between the campuses and major transport terminals.

4. LAUNDROMAT Wash and dry clothes on campus by purchasing tokens for the washers and driers daily.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH SERVICES: The Students’ Union believes that “the true test of mankind’s kindness is through the art of giving”, thus, the Union has endeavored to organise activities that not only benefit students, but also our immediate surroundings and, as a whole, the wider society. In an attempt to fulfill this dream of contribution, the Union plans and executes three major projects each year: 1. The “Teach the Youth” Programme 2. “Tag Drive” 3. 5K Walk/Run

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Clubs and Societies Advent Fellowship African Cultural Renaissance Movement Association of Chemical Engineering Students Campus Crusade for Christ Caribbean Architects Students’ Association Club Billionaire Environmental Health Fraternity Expressions Financial Students’ Association Generation Technology Human Resource Management Students’ Association of Jamaica International Youth Fellowship Latin Dance Club Planning Students Society Quantity Surveying Club Rotaract Club of the University of Technology SBLM Student Assistance Fund Committee The Association of Construction Engineering Students Universities and Colleges Christian ;.Fellowship University Christian Apostolic Ministry University of Technology Association of Medical Technology Students University of Technology Association of Nursing Students University of Technology Association of Student Engineers University of Technology Law Society University of Technology Mathematics Club University of Technology Student Teachers Association University of Technology, Jamaica Circle K University of Technology, Jamaica Land Surveying Club University of Technology, Jamaica Marketing Club UTech Accounting Students’ Association UTech Association of Child Care & Development Students UTech Association of Nutrition/Dietetics Students UTech Chess Club UTech Debating & Public Speaking Society UTech Environmental Club UTech Tourism Action Club UTech Visions Vigilant Society of Engineers Career Enhancement Club UTech Jamaica Association of Student Computer Engineers UTech Jamaica Student Chapter of The Association for Computing Machinery UTech Photography Club

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THE ARMOUR OF THE UTECH KNIGHTS IS THE OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY MASCOT. THE KNIGHT REPRESENTS AN ELITE STUDENT/ STAFF SWORN TO UPHOLD THE VALUES: INTEGRITY, RESPECT, EXCELLENCE, LOYALTY, SERVICE, INNOVATION, ACCOUNTABILITY AND TEAM SPIRIT.

• The UTech Knight is trained to practise courteous,honourable behaviour.

• The UTech Knight is a living fortress.

• Charisma is one of the UTech Knight’s best attributes.

• A UTech Knight maintains a daunting presence.

• The five primary attributes of a UTech Knight are strength,agility, stamina, intellect, and spirit.

• The way of the UTech Knight is a continuous path of physical, mental and spiritual self development.

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UTech Knights “HOME OF WORLD CLASS ATHLETES”

The Department of Sports provides a wide array of sporting programs for students and staff. As an integral part of our students’ educational experience, they may compete in intramural and intercollegiate competitions as well as national and international competitions.

OUR COMPETITIVE PROGRAMS INCLUDE: SEMESTER ONE

SEMESTER TWO

Football (male & female) Basketball (female) Basketball (male) Cricket (male) Netball (female) Volleyball (male & female) Badminton (male & female) Track & Field (male & female) Table Tennis (male & female) Hockey (male & female) Tennis (male & female) Golf (male & female) Rugby (male) Central to the sport facilities is an auditorium boasting 600 sq. ft of sprung timber stage floor and seating capacity for 1,100 persons, inclusive of a balcony with 227 permanently tiered seating. Other facilities include a half Olympic size swimming pool, squash court, football field, a cricket pavilion, a gym equipped for weight training, two lawn tennis courts and an outdoor multipurpose court.

INTERCOLLEGIATE COMPETITION UTech, Jamaica is a member of the Jamaica Intercollegiate Sports Association (Intercol) and serves as the secretariat. Intercol is the governing body for intercollegiate level Sports. The University therefore competes with over nineteen (19) other universities and colleges across the island to name a few, the University of the West Indies, Knox Community College, Northern Caribbean University, Shortwood Teachers’ College, G.C. Foster College of Physical Education and Sport, Jamaica Maritime Institute, Mico University College among others.

INTRA DEPARTMENTAL COMPETITION Students have the opportunity to interact and have fun with different students within and outside their Faculty through participation in Intra departmental competitions organized by the Students’ Union Council.

NATIONAL, REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION Members of the University athletic teams also participate in a number of other competitions and tournaments at the club, national, regional and international levels.

National Competitions/tournaments – some selected national competitions Regional Competitions – CUSA (Caribbean University Sport Association) Games, ODUCC Games, ODUPA International Competitions – UTech Knights Classics, World University Games, Penn Relays

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STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES STUDENTS PLEASE ENSURE THAT:

• Your registration process with the University is completed.

• Your enrollment is completed against the CORRECT modules.

• The modules that you plan to attend are correctly represented on the Student Portal.

• All your outstanding payments have been made PRIOR to the issuing of exam cards.

• Your examination Cards are collected on time.

• The exam that you sit is the correct module. (Students must be familiar with the module name and code of the module that they are pursuing.).

Message From The Principal Welcome to all our new and returning students and all categories of staff to the University of Technology, Jamaica, Western Campus!

The new academic year brings excitement for staff and students alike albeit for different reasons. I look forward to the buzz of activities on the university campus at the start of each year and this year should be extra special for us on the Western Campus.

For one, I warmly welcome all students to the Dome Street campus in Montego Bay, the primary home of the UTech in Western Jamaica. Students and staff should be pleased to know that the major academic activities will take place at the new location and that they can expect significant improvement in the support activities, in particular from the Office of the Registrar.

There will be improved visible and functional elements of learning and growth opportunities which will undoubtedly more fully support and enrich your university experience in the west. So please pardon our progress! Progress comes with some untidiness but with your help everything will fall into place quickly. Very soon you will begin to enjoy the new facilities and get on with the business of learning, growing and maturing, as you move towards your academic goals.All of us will be doing our best to settle into new study and work spaces. We crave your patience and help in making the transition as smooth as possible for everyone. I invite all our returning students and staff to help me welcome the new students and staff and to take steps to help them transition successfully into the university for the academic year 2013/2014.

I am pleased to share that the Principal of the Western campus will finally have a stable work space from which she can meet and serve the university community. The University’s Head Office in Western Jamaica is now established on Market Street in Falmouth. As we settle into our two new locations and fill out the spaces with staff and services we are committed to continue to provide the customer care that all our students and staff deserve. In welcoming yyou to the Western Campus I also welcome our UTech Academy students and staff at the Trelawny Multipurpose Stadium in Falmouth , the Simmonds Plaza in Ocho Rios, our community of learners and instructors in Port Antonio, RuFamSo in May Pen, Papine and JIM on Hope Road in Kingston as well.

With the New Year come new expectations from all stakeholders. The University leadership team anticipated and has sought to address many of the expressed needs. Where there are gaps, I continue to listen, take notes and will work within the limits of budgets and other restricted resources. This is with the determined effort to continue to make the Western Campus more fully resourced for all users in the shortest possible time. As you pursue your journey towards an excellent university experience, please remember to come with focus and determination to temper this experience with the opportunities to make friends, engage fully in personal and social development activities and to seize every moment to make the academic year memorable, productive, pleasant and safe.

Here is wishing you a pleasant, productive very enriched academic year. May God bless you all.

Professor Geraldene B. Hodelin, O. D, Ph. D., C. P. H. E. Principal, UTech Western Campus and Head, UTech Academy

Church Service/ Students, Parents, Spouses Orientation Sunday, August 18, 2013 Venue: Calvary Baptist Church

ACTIVITY 10:00AM – 12:00PM

Church Service Officiating Minister: Rev. Everton Jackson Guest Speaker: Miss Dorrett Campbell Deputy Chief Education Officer, Ministry Of Education UTech will be incorporated in regular church service STUDENTS, PARENTS, SPOUSES ORIENTATION

12:00PM–12:30PM

BREAK

12:35PM–12:40PM

Welcome and Introduction of Principal Mrs. Stacyann Gayle-Gardner Assistant Registrar, Western Campus

12:40PM–12:50PM

Musical Selection David Feare UTech Student

12:50PM–1:30 PM

Principal’s Address Professor Geraldene Hodelin Principal, UTech Western Campus

STUDENT, PARENT/GUARDIAN/SPOUSEs Orientation Monday, August 19, 2013 Venue: Montego Bay Civic Centre

ACTIVITY 8:00 AM - 9:00 A.M

Registration

9:00 A.M-9:05 A.M

UTech Song

9:05 AM. - 9:30 A.M

Meditation Ms. Audrey Dawes - Western Campus Chaplain

9:30 AM – 9:40 A.M

University Welcome Mrs. Stacyann Gayle-Gardner Assistant Registrar, UTech Western Campus

9:40 AM – 9: 50AM

Greetings Dr. Neville Swaby Deputy Principal, UTech Western Campus

9:50 AM- 10:10 AM

Principal’s Address

Professor Geraldene B. Hodelin, O. D, Ph. D., C. P. H. E. Principal, UTech Western Campus and Head, UTech Academy

10:10 AM - 10:20 AM

Musical Selection Mr. David Feare - UTech Student

10:20 A.M. - 10:35 A.M

Managing University Cost Mrs. Pauline Madourie - Scholarship Officer

10:35 A.M. - 10:50 A.M

Students’ Loan Bureau and its Services Mrs. Analisa Downes-Allen Public Relations Officer - Slb

10:50 A.M. - 11:10 A.M

Navigating the UTech System towards a Successful Graduation Ms. Keisha Weston - Enrolment Officer

11:10 AM - 11:20 Am

Launch of The UTech Customer Service Charter Ms. Alecia Baines - Customer Service Office

11:20 AM- 11:45 AM

Personal Safety and Security as a Habit Mr. Andrew Lewis Superintendent Of Police, St. James

11:45 A.M - 12:00 Pm

Campus Security Mr. Maurice Henry Acting Director, Safety and Security

12:00PM -1:00 PM

LUNCH

1:00 PM - 1:20 PM

Official University Symbols Mrs. Charmagne Mortley Assistant Registrar, University Secretariat

1:20 PM - 1:40 PM

The Gateway to Information Ms. Glenda Dalling Librarian

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1:40 PM - 200 PM

Your Health and You Mrs. Karen Jones Lecturer, Caribbean School Of Nursing

1:45 PM - 2:00 PM

Musical Selection Mr. David Feare UTech Student

2:00 PM - 2:10 PM

Knowing Your Services Mrs. Denese Brown-Bell - Student Relations Officer

2:10 PM - 2:25 PM

Life in the Business World Mrs. Judian Wright Principal, South East College

2:25 PM- 2:30 PM

Maintaining Your University Campus Ms. Antoinette Smith - Site Administrator, Dome Street

2:30 PM- 2:40 PM

Closing Activity

Colleges/Faculties Orientation Tuesday, August 20, 2013 Venue: Barnett Clinic And Dome Street Site

ACTIVITY 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Caribbean School Of Nursing: Faculty Of Law: School Of Business Administration: Faculty Of Science And Sports:

Barnett Clinic Kent Avenue Kent Avenue Kent Avenue

ACADEMIC INDUCTION CEREMONY Wednesday, August 21, 2013 Venue: Montego Bay Civic Centre

ACTIVITY All new students and guests to be seated

10:30 AM - 10:45 A.M 10:45 AM. - 10:55 A.M

Academic Procession

10:55 AM. – 11:00 A.M

Chancellor’s Procession

11:00 A.M. - 11:05 A.M

Meditation Ms. Audrey Dawes Western Campus Chaplain

11:05 A.M. - 11:10 A.M

Opening Remarks Dr. Elaine Wallace - University Registrar

11:10 AM - 11:15 AM

Welcome Professor Geraldene B. Hodelin, O. D, Ph. D., C. P. H. E. Principal, UTech Western Campus and Head, UTech Academy

11:15 AM - 11: 20 AM

The University Song - Lead by UTech Vocal Ensemble

11:20 AM - 11:25 AM

Introduction of UTech Staff Dr. Neville Swaby - Deputy Principal, UTech Western Campus Greetings/Remarks

11:25 AM - 11:30 AM

Mr. Vivian Crawford, Pro-Chancellor, UTech

Introduction of the President Mrs. Stacyann Gayle-Gardner Assistant Registrar, Western Campus

11:30 AM - 11: 35 AM

11:35 AM - 11:45 AM

President’s Address

Prof. The Hon. Errol Morrision, Oj, Md, Phd, Frcp (Glasg), Facp, Frsm (Uk),Frsh President, UTech

11:45 AM - 11:50 AM

Musical Selection Mr. David Cunningham - Saxophonist

11:50 AM - 11:55 AM

New Students’ Pledge Led by Mr. Greaville Smith Students’ Union, President Staff Response Ms. Atherine Lee Lecturer, SOBA

11:55 AM - 12:NOON

National Anthem Led by UTech Vocal Ensemble BREAK

12NOON - 12:30PM 12:30 PM

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Greetings Mr. Jenardo Walker Western Campus Chairman

2:30 P.M. – 2:40 P.M

Knowing Your Union

2:40 P.M - 4:30 P.M.

Freshers’ Social

4:30 P.M

Health Fair Thursday, August 22, 2013 Venue: Falmouth, Trelawny

ACTIVITY 10:00 A.M

Health Fair - Trelawny Infirmary

2:00 P.M

Opening of the Western Campus Headquarters - Falmouth

3:00 P.M

Football Extravaganza at Greenfield Stadium

T h e U Te c h So ng

“Building a Future Together” With arts, science and technology Let’s build a future together A future that is like a ship S a il ing br av e ly t hr o u g h a n y w e at he r So as we seek to enrich our lives And new horizons explore UTech stands to point the way To make our future secure Chorus U n i v e r s i t y o f T e c h n o l o g y, J a m a i c a We will always sing in praise of you And the knowledge you give Teaches us how to live So to UTech we’ll always be true

You teach us to give of our best To lend a hand, to inspire To answer where’er duty calls And to aim yet higher and higher Wherever our lives shall lead us Your banner will be unfurled As we proudly stand to serve Our nation and the wide world Chorus

Composed by Noel Dexter

The New Students’Induction Pledge I pledge to uphold the moral values, standards and honoured traditions of the University of Technology, Ja maica.

I pledge to uphold UTech’s core values of respect, integrit y, service, innovation, accountability and e xcellence.

I further pledge, through my academic pursuits, social activities, and community service

to promote the objects and enhance the prestige of this noble Institution.

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