URGENT PLAN B OPTION UPDATE:
#UCC_SC_News

Good day folks! Hope you are all doing well.

We have just confirmed that the down payment of the 40% at the start of the semester under the Plan B Tuition Payment Option, has been reduced by a whopping 10%. You are now only required to pay 30% of the overall tuition at the beginning, then pay the remaining 70% before exams.

This will come in to effect this Fall 2024 semester, and students who have not begun payment yet are eligible to use the updated plan.

As per usual, if you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns, please feel free to reach out to any member of the council.

Until our next update,
Student Council Board 2024/2025
Stay safe 🙏🏾

🔊 Urgent Update: Course Cancellations

Dear Students,

The following courses have been cancelled for the upcoming semester:

📍Algorithms and Machine Learning - ITT320
NB: This course has been reinstated.
📍Calculus 1 - MTH103 (Hyflex-A ONLY)
📍Cisco CCNA - ITT314
📍Cloud Computing - ITT318
📍Data Structures & File Management II - ITT301
📍Discrete Mathematics II - MTH303
📍Information Assurance and Security - ITT408
📍Intelligent Systems - ITT401
📍Internet Authoring II - ITT307
📍Introduction to Robotics - ITT312
📍Project+ (Online only) - ITT411
📍System Administration - ITT428
If you are aware of any additional cancellations, please inform the Student Council so we can assist further.

Based on the response from our HOD, the university has acknowledged our request for an Emergency Town Hall but feels it isn’t necessary at this time. Instead, they recommend that affected students respond directly to the cancellation emails to get assistance with alternative courses or advice on completing their programs. UCC does reserve the right the cancel courses based on low enrollment (fewer than 25 students), as outlined in university policy.

Please use the official channels (email or phone) for any questions or concerns. Thank you for your understanding, and we’re here to support you through this process.

Best regards,
Khalia Phillips (Miss)
(Student Council Executive - Math and IT Department)

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IMPORTANT UPDATE:
COURSE REGISTRATION AND ADVISEMENT

Dear Students,

Mr. Otis Osbourne, Head of the IT and Math Department, has provided the following important instructions and updates for all students:

🎯Registration and Payment
If you have completed payment for your courses but notice that you are not officially registered in the system, it is critical that you contact Mr. Osbourne directly. To resolve this, please email him at ithod@ucc.edu.jm and attach a copy of your payment receipt. The deadline to submit this information is Friday, September 13, 2024. Failure to do so may impact your course enrollment.
NB: If you have already sent an email to Mr.Osbourne, I advise for you to send it again.

🎯Add/Drop Period
Students are reminded to refrain from making any changes to their courses or registration, including adding or dropping courses, until further notice. This is to avoid any complications with your registration status and ensure the department can manage enrollments effectively.

🎯Course Cancellations
Please be aware that afterFriday, September 13, 2024, courses with fewer than 45 registered students will be cancelled. If you are enrolled in or planning to enroll in a course with low enrollment, it is important to keep this in mind as it may affect your schedule. The department will assess enrollments at the end of the week and provide further updates, including replacement courses, accordingly.

🎯Advisement for Future Courses
Certain courses within the department will now be offered only once per academic year. If you are unsure about how this may impact your academic progression or need assistance in planning your course load, it is highly recommended that you reach out to Mr. Osbourne for advisement. He will be able to provide guidance on how best to plan your schedule to ensure you remain on track.

Please ensure you follow these guidelines closely and take action where necessary.

For further information, please contact Mr. Osbourne using either number: (876)218-2935 or (876)578-0804.

Please Note that the above message has been sent on behalf of Mr.Osbourne, IT HOD

My Warmest Regards,
Khalia Phillips (Miss)
(Student Council Executive - Math and IT Department)

Dear Students,

To support your smooth transition for Fall 2024, support is being provided to ensure you are registered and successfully enrolled on the Moodle platform. 

Students who have MADE PAYMENT and are NOT REGISTERED on Aeorion kindly click the link and complete the form below: 

https://forms.gle/qKVcywnvaBcLuMd88


Important Information 
1. Normal Registration closes on Sep 4th, 2024

2. Enrolment to Moodle (UCC Online) - only students who have completed their registration, commences Sep 5th, 2024.

3. Classes commence for Fall 2024
- September 8, 2024 (Undergraduate students)
- September 9, 2024 for K2024 sixth form pathway new students)

4. Late Registration/ Add Drop Commences - September 8, 2024

5. Late Registration/ Add Drop Closes - September 20, 2024. Students will no longer be allowed to enroll for Fall 2024 beyond this date.

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URGENT ADVISORY

Good day, students!
Please fill out the following form to assist me with representing you on Wednesday:
IT Census Form

Dear Students,

The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean values your feedback from the Summer 2024 Student Satisfaction Survey and the Town Hall meeting on September 12, 2024. We are committed to addressing the challenges within the School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology, as well as the School of Behavioural Sciences, Humanities, and Law, and to identifying areas for improvement. Through collaboration, we can develop strategies that enhance student success and overall academic experiences.

Your input will be crucial in fostering mutually beneficial relationships. Join us using the meeting details below:

Zoom Credentials:
Meeting ID: 363 867 6377 (no password required)
Link: https://zoom.us/j/3638676377


Thank you for your willingness to engage with various stakeholders as we strive to positively impact our students’ academic journeys.

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Shared on behalf of the Department of Student Support, Career Development & Alumni Services (DSS) 

Townhall Meeting Minutes: September 18, 2024

Good morning everyone,

Please find attached the recording and minutes from the Townhall meeting on September 18, 2024, for your review.
Thank you again to all the students who were able to attend.

[Link to Meeting Recording]

Remember to stay hydrated 🧊 and have a blessed day! 🙏

My Kindest Regards,
Khalia Phillips (Miss)
(Student Council Executive - Math and IT Department)

Dear House Captains, Runners/ Walkers & House Supporters,

Let's get ready for the moment you have been waiting for, UCC Pre-Sports Day (Pink Run Style) - Sunday, October 27, 2024 @ 6:30 a.m.

Runners/ Walkers - Sign Up here: https://forms.gle/BANkG72cmUqVw1xPA
Registration Closes on Sunday, October 13, 2024 @ 11:59 p.m
Each House is required to have a minimum of fifteen (15) participants.
Please join the Telegram Group to stay connected for updates https://t.me/UCCevents

Check Your Aeorion Profile for Your House Assignment. Stay connected with your Sports Houses Groups:
Aaron (Purple House)
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Geoff (Blue House)
Channel: https://t.me/UCC_Geoff
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Thelwell (Yellow House)
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Invitation to Participate in the SRC’s STEM Olympiad Debate Competition at the 31st Science & Technology Conference

The SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH COUNCIL (SRC) is excited to invite the University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC) to participate in the SRC’s STEM Olympiad Debate Competition, a key event of the 31st National Science and Technology Conference taking place from October 29 to November 1, 2024. This competition will challenge students on various topics within the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), with an emphasis on nuclear applications for
sustainable development.

Debate motions will center around broad areas of nuclear application, including:
• Nuclear energy and its role in addressing energy security and climate change
• Nuclear medicine and its impact on healthcare systems
• Agriculture and food security through nuclear technology
• Nuclear waste management and environmental sustainability
• Innovation and economic development through science and technology

Competition Structure:
The competition for Universities consists of a Semi-Final and a Final Round, which will take place on the third day of the conference, October 31, 2024 between 9:a.m – 12:30 p.m. This will be held in front of a live audience of industry experts, scientists, and policymakers.

The winning team will receive attractive prizes, including a trophy, and gain national recognition for their debating and STEM knowledge.

Clubs & Societies

Clubs provide a space to develop new skills, meet people, and take a break from the pressures of schoolwork. Unfortunately, many of our UCC clubs have gone dormant due to poor governance and lack of club executives to keep them in operation. The Student Council wishes to help change that, but we can't do it without you! 🫵

Do you want to become a club executive? Or are you in an existing club executive role? Notify us!

We have structured a Clubs Executives Enrollment form to allow those interested in becoming an executive to initially apply. We'll then add those interested in the new Club Union group and guide them on the next steps. Check our UCC Clubs Listing and APPLY NOW!

Are you ready to explore new places, gain valuable work experience, and grow both personally and professionally? We’re excited to announce the upcoming Work & Travel Expo 2024, an exciting event to help students like you discover work opportunities that allow you to travel, immerse yourself in new cultures, and build your career, all at once!

Explore international job opportunities, learn how to balance work and travel, understand the different programs (such as J1 work and travel, H2B, and many more).

To ensure the event is tailored to your needs, we’d love to get your input! By completing our quick survey, you’ll help us identify the types of opportunities, locations, and industries that interest you the most.

Take the Survey Here: Work And Travel Survey 2024

Your feedback is essential to shaping this event. Stay tuned for more updates!

The Student Council execs wishes you all the best in preparations for your Mid Semester Assessments (MSA). It's generally been a pretty hectic semester for most of us (as usual), but we're confident that we'll do well once we put our best foot forward.

Do your best in your studies, and your best will be good enough. 🙌🏻

The UCC Student Council presents: Project Pink

October is coming to an end and what better way to finish off the month than bringing awareness to the silent battles faced by numerous people here in Jamaica and across the world!

Tune in tomorrow, before or after your MSA, and support the fight against Breast Cancer. Wear pink and bring a friend🎀✨