UCC News & Updates

The Thompsons turn shared UCC journey into family empowerment and legacy

Michael Thompson and Venetia Darling-Thompson graduates from the Commonwealth Executive Master of Public Administration (CEMPA) programme at UCC.

KINGSTON, Jamaica - Friday, July 31, 2026: When Michael Thompson and his wife, Venetia Darling-Thompson crossed the graduation stage at the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean’s 2026 Commencement, they celebrated more than the completion of their degrees. The achievement represented a shared journey of perseverance, partnership and family empowerment.

UCC Commencement 2026 to Celebrate Approximately 1,000 Graduands and Honour Three Distinguished Global Leaders

From left: The Most Honourable Professor Denise Eldemire-Shearer OJ,CD, Mr Nathaniel Peat and, Dame Beverly Lindsay DBE, OD, DL.

The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) is preparing to celebrate the most significant milestone in its academic calendar as it hosts Commencement 2026 on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 9:00 am at the National Arena in Kingston.

Held under the theme “Journey to the Finish: Celebrating Success, Inspiring Futures,” the ceremony will recognise the achievements of a new cohort of graduates who have successfully completed programmes across a range of disciplines and levels of study. 

UCC Foundation Leads Restoration Effort at The Good Samaritan Inn for Labour Day

Top photo (from left): Photographed are UCC alumni who contributed to the restorative effort: Lashawn Mills, president of the UCC Alumni Association (left) with Kimone Smith (centre) and Nastassia Haughton.
Bottom photo: Volunteers distributing hot meals at the UCC Foundation (UCCF) community engagement initiative at The Good Samaritan Inn on Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Kingston, Jamaica – Thursday, May 28, 2026: The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean Foundation (UCCF) carried out a Labour Day outreach initiative at The Good Samaritan Inn in Kingston, continuing its longstanding commitment to community service and support for the care facility.