Director of Spiritual Development

Name: Carlton Bookal

Faculty/School: FOBM/SOBA

Year 4

Favorite Quote: “God makes three requests of his children: Do the best you can, where you are, with what you have, now”

Motto: “All things are Possible through Christ who strengthens me”

I would like to use this opportunity to express a whole hearted welcome to all new and returning students to the University of Technology, Jamaica. The Students’ Union aims at serving and representing you the students of this Noble Institution. Through the arm of Spiritual Development, we seek to share insights and concepts about spirituality and to foster more integration among the various religions and denomination. In light of this, we not only cater for Christians but we cater for all other religions/religious groups. I know that we may face many challenges throughout this academic year, but let us trust in the Lord with all our heart to take us through our struggles. Let us work hard, be our brother’s keeper, be dedicated, be resilient, focus and with the help of God we all can be victorious.

Director of Special Projects

Name: Delroy Stennett

Faculty : Faculty of the Built Environment

Programme: Bsc. Quantity Surveying

Favorites: FC Barcelona, Miami Heats,

Motto: Strength and Perseverance

Quote: We cannot be separated in interest or divided in purpose. We stand together until the end.

As we embark on the academic year 2011-2012 i would like to welcome all new and returning students to the University of Technology, Jamaica. As the Director of Special Projects 2011-2012 I encourage you to strive for greatness and success during your tenor in all your respective programmes. The road will have its obstacles but as long as we call on GOD we will find our way through with Strength and perseverance. All the Best my fellow knights

Director of Sports

Name: Uriel Nathan Williams Jr.

Alias: Teddy Bruk-Shut

Faculty: S.C.I.T.

Motto: Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.

Favorites: Chelsea Football Club, German National Football Team and Los Angeles Lakers,

Quote: Shall Fear No Man But God!

NOTE: Winning is overrated. The only time it is really important is in surgery and war

It is with great enthusiasm that I greet you, as the Director of Sports, as we embark on a new year destined for greatness. I implore you to strive for excellence in your academic pursuits and I look forward to your full support and participation in the various Students’ Union sporting activities.

The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and the determination that whether we win or lose, we have applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand.

Best Wishes to all the Faculty Teams!

Director of Community Service

Name: Kemar Sekou Gerogé Jennings

Alias: SPIRITZ

College: College of Business and Management- School of Business and Management-Faculty of Business Management.

Year 3rd

Favorite quote: ITA SPLENDEAT LUX VESTRA- Let your light so shine (Meadowbrook High School Motto)

Favourite Phrase: The illiterate of the 21st century won't be those who cannot read, and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn and re-learn
-Alvin Toffler

I take great pleasure in welcoming all NEW and RETURNING students to the University of Technology, Jamaica. Within the University we have a selected few by you for you, these persons are known as the Students’ Union Council. The council lobbies for your rights and your needs those known and unknown to you.

On this council I sit as a humble young man to ensure that Jamaica is no stranger to you the students and future graduates of this prestigious University. The portfolio allows for much interaction both on and off campus to facilitate nation building. The portfolio began full operations this summer with a massive teaching and reforming programme known as the “Teach the Youth” programme. The portfolio throughout semesters 1 and 2 will see various projects from beach clean-up, clothes drive to Tag Drive.

Tag Drive is the Universities largest and most recognized event, the University suspends classes to allow you the opportunity to be a part of the largest tertiary community service project where we visit and influence all fourteen parishes in Jamaica to give back. The week long project November 4-12, 2011 will be a week you will never forget. For more information of this project ask anyone who has been here more than one year.

To the persons on the Community Service Committee welcome, you have made a choice you will be proud of as this is the committee that recognizes you as an individual and a member of our little family. The committee members enjoy benefits of exposure to Jamaica and her business operations as well as the committee that writes recommendations for your summer job or any job thereof.

On behalf of my president, and entire Students’ Union Council a big welcome to the University of Technology the best University in Jamaica.

Director of Elections

Name: Monique Marson

College: College of Business and Management

Year of Study: 3rd

Alias: Moe / Mo-mo

Favorite quote: "Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most
certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time."
-- Thomas Edison

Motto: Do or do not, there is no try.

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you all to the University of Technology, Jamaica.. It is both an honor and a privilege to welcome you to this amazing Institution. If you are anything like I was when I started, you are sitting there feeling a million different emotions and asking yourself a million different questions. “Did I make the right choice?” (without a doubt); “Is this worth the sacrifices I have made to get here?” (absolutely); and perhaps as you have already heard, you are not the admissions mistake. In fact, I can assure each and every one of you that you are here because you deserve to be, and because you can bring something new and exciting to this diverse learning community.

I hope you all have a rewarding and successful Academic Year.

Director of Health and Safety

Name: Nicholas Emeritus Brown

Faculty/School: Faculty of the Built Environment / School of Land ManagementSDC14396

Year: 2

Motto: “Strategy without tactics is the slowest route to victory. Tactics without strategy is the noise before defeat.” Sun Tzu.

As the days go by more disasters are unfolding and health concerns rising. As the Director of Health and Safety, it is my sole duty to assist, prepare and educate the student populace of the University of Technology, Jamaica as it relates to all health and safety matters that may arise during their tenure here at UTech.

I assure you that all precautionary measures and programs will be in place to ensure your security as well as any health issues that may be at hand. Even though the information will be readily available, you are obligated to play your part in keeping safe and healthy. With that said, I challenge you to be proactive in this regard and also as it relates to your academia. Finally, welcome to all new and returning students to the University of Technology, Jamaica and I implore you to work hard and strive for excellence in all of your endeavours.

Director of Entertainment

Name: Ian Richards

Alias: J. Sauce

Faculty/School: Faculty of the Built Environment , School of Land Management

BSc. Quantity Surveying

This year is one filled with alot of potential and we must try to capitalize on it in any way possible. "Your big opportunity may be right where you are now."
Remember Freshers fete!!!!!!!!!! IT A GO MAAAAADDDD!!!!!!

Editor-In-Chief

Name: Romel Palmer

Alias: Rumz

Faculty/School: School of Computing and Information Technology

Year: 4

Favourite Quote: "The clock is running. Make the most of today. Time waits for no man. Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift. That's why it is called the present."

It is once again a new academic year, and with this medium I would like to encourage both new and returning students to approach it with the intention of combining our efforts towards academic excellence, and at the same time remember that without a active social life we will most likely be dysfunctional in the world of work that the university is preparing us for. It is a great privilege to be a part of this University and should be treated as such. This year, I especially seek the cooperation of all students as I seek to employ alternative media in an effort to keep you up to date on the happenings through our new monthly magazine, webscite along with other mediums.

I am looking forward to your support as we work together to make this year a excellent one. I hope you enjoy your University life with the various experiences, memories, friendships and links that are to be made. With the help of you the students I will, with utmost effort, ensure that your stay is a memorable one.