(New York, NY – July 11, 2024):  Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) and the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) recently entered into a shared interest agreement. The signing occurred during the 10^th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference in Montego Bay, Jamaica, amid ongoing talks between the Consulate General of Jamaica in New York and BMCC regarding leveraging their resources to work together locally and abroad for the betterment, and in the interest of both communities.

“By joining forces, BMCC and UCC aim to create a platform for knowledge exchange, cultural enrichment, and academic growth and development. Our collaboration is a testament to our shared sense of purpose in providing students, faculty, and our communities at large with the tools needed to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world,” stated Dr. Anthony E. Munroe, President of Borough of Manhattan Community College. “We are thankful to the Consulate General of Jamaica in New York for connecting our institutions and look forward optimistically to the road ahead.”

BMCC and UCC endeavor to establish pathways for collaboration in research, student exchanges, and faculty development, ultimately enhancing the educational experience for all involved. The partnership provides a myriad of opportunities for the esteemed institutions of higher education to learn from each other, to build bridges, and to create a more inclusive and globally minded community.

“At the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean, we are excited to embark on this collaborative journey with the Borough of Manhattan Community College,” said Professor Colin Gyles, CD, President of the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean.  “This partnership marks a significant step in fostering academic excellence and mutual understanding between our institutions, and we look forward to exploring and developing programs that will benefit our students and faculty." 

"We are delighted to witness the signing of this Memorandum of Understanding between Borough of Manhattan Community College and the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean at the 10th Biennial Diaspora Conference. “This MOU is both timely and significant, marking a new chapter in our ongoing commitment to fostering greater collaboration,” said Consul General Alsion Wilson. “This agreement represents another positive outcome of the partnership between the Consulate General of Jamaica in New York and BMCC, aimed at achieving mutually beneficial outcomes for our communities in both regions."