The Government of The Bahamas is proud to continue its collaboration with the University of The Bahamas (UB), reaffirming its commitment to education, innovation, and economic empowerment.
One such collaboration is continuing to make education more accessible for more Bahamians through scholarship programmes, tertiary education grants, and support via the Small Business Development Centre (SBDC).
On Tuesday, August 19, 2022, UB North welcomed nearly 200 new students to its newly repurposed downtown Freeport campus, housed in the former Kipling Building Complex. The Student Government Association greeted new students with cheers, kicking off the semester with a spirited pep rally celebrating academic beginnings.
Dean of Faculty, Dr. Veronica Ferguson, reported that enrollment numbers are the highest seen since Hurricane Dorian, reflecting renewed confidence in the institution.
“UB North is growing rapidly, and with more students, we are able to offer more programmes—keeping students in Grand Bahama for the full duration of their studies,” she said.
Vice President of UB North and Human Resources, Ms. Denise Barnes, emphasized that government subventions remain readily available for qualified Bahamians. “The process is simple and student-focused. Once documentation is submitted correctly, approvals are automatic. The government continues to make education accessible.”
The VP added, “The progressive and sustainable economic development of The Bahamas rests on the proper education and training of our people. UB North’s location downtown signals a critical step forward.”
UB North is also home to UB Ignite, a dynamic business incubator designed to promote entrepreneurship and innovation, further positioning the institution as a key player in national development.
