<p>As the University of Guyana steps up its preparation to celebrate its 60 th&nbsp; anniversary<br />
as the nation’s premier tertiary institution, UG in collaboration with the University of<br />
Guyana’s Alumni Association (UGAA) is all set to host its two-day inaugural Alumni<br />
gathering beginning this evening (Friday 23rd July 2021) from 18:00 hrs. - 21:00<br />
hrs. Guyana’s Minister of Education Hon. Priya Manickchand, herself an alumnus<br />
will deliver welcome remarks during the opening ceremony. The event continues<br />
tomorrow (Saturday, 24th July 2021) from 10:00hrs - 12:30 hrs.<br />
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The event which is being hosted virtually comes at a time when the University is<br />
breaking new ground and is stepping up the level of discourse on how the institution<br />
could be further strengthened and developed to ideally position itself to achieve its<br />
mandate. Several other high-profile speakers will be featured during the two-day<br />
event (2 hours each day) including students from UGs first batch in 1963, past<br />
Chancellors, administrators, past and present students, and other stakeholders who<br />
will share their experiences and engage in discussions on the future of UG. The event<br />
also promises to be an exciting, interactive one, with participants getting the<br />
opportunity to participate in games and win prizes in a virtual bingo and the all-new<br />
Real#1 Guyanese Board Game.”<br />
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On Day 1 (Friday 23 rd&nbsp; July), leading members of UG’s Senior Management Team,<br />
including; Prof. Paloma Mohamed Martin, Vice-Chancellor XI, Dr. Mellissa Ifill,<br />
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Institutional Advancement), and Prof. Emanuel Cummings,<br />
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Engagement) will kick start the conversation on<br />
the topic; ‘Presenting the Future’.</p>

<p>The second panel will engage in discussions on the topic; ‘Reflect to Affect’ and<br />
includes UG’s current Chancellor Prof. Edward Greene and past Chancellors; Sir<br />
Shridath Ramphal (1987 - 1992), Prof. Nigel Harris (2015 – 2019), and Prof.<br />
Compton Bourne (2009 – 2011). Mr. Calvin Bernard, Lecturer, Faculty of Natural<br />
Sciences will be the Moderator for Panel Two. There will also be a question-and-<br />
answer segment after each panel.&nbsp; The programme will be chaired by Dr. Nigel<br />
Gravesande, Registrar, University of&nbsp; &nbsp;Guyana.<br />
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On Day Two (Saturday, 24 th&nbsp; July), Panel 3 will engage in discussions on ‘UG<br />
Reflective to be Effective’, and will include; Founding President of the Toronto<br />
Chapter of the UG Guild of Graduates Mr. Harry Hergash, Ms. Lorna McPherson<br />
(class of 1971), Mr. George Cave Former Registrar (1987-1992, class of 1988) and Mr.<br />
Patrick Dial, Former Lecturer, Faculty of Social Sciences (1983 – 2000). Ms. Paulette<br />
Paul, Former Public Relations Officer (1992 – 2019) will be the Moderator. The<br />
programme will be chaired by Mr. Jainarine Deonauth, Director, Department of<br />
Events Conferences and Communication (DECC).&nbsp;<br />
UGAA Panel will comprise of Ms. Sara Bharrat, Interim President of UGAA<br />
Georgetown Chapter (class of 2015); Ms. Somattie Sayrange, Interim President of<br />
UGAA Berbice Chapter (class of 2004, 2009, and 2019); Mr. Alexander Ramessar,<br />
Interim President of UGAA Toronto Chapter (class of 2001); and Mr. Jason<br />
Benjamin, Interim President of UGAA New York Chapter and Past UGSS President<br />
2004-2009 (class of 2006 and 2009).<br />
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The attendees will participate in fun games that will test their knowledge about UG<br />
and Guyana to win prizes which include; all expenses paid trips to Kaieteur Falls,<br />
Iwokrama, and Sophia Point, as well as UG Alumni Merchandise.&nbsp; &nbsp;<br />
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Prof.&nbsp; Mohamed Martin will deliver closing remarks, while Ms. Marissa Foster, Final<br />
Year Social Work Student and University of Guyana Student Society Representative<br />
(UGSS, UGBC) will give the vote of thanks.&nbsp;<br />
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The Conference is being organised and managed by Christine Chowargir, Senior<br />
Alumni Relations Officer and team from the Philanthropy and Civic Engagement<br />
(PACE) Office, Office of the Vice-Chancellor XI, in collaboration with the UGAA.</p>

<p>The University of Guyana is very elated to be hosting the 2021 World Alumni<br />
Gathering as UG has been effectively engaging with its alumni throughout Guyana,<br />
regionally and internationally over the years. The link below can be used to learn<br />
more at PACE, UGAA, to give to UG, and to sign up as a<br />
member: <a href="http://https://ugalumnipride.com/">https://ugalumnipride.com/</a><br />
Please Pre-register for the World Alumni Conference by clicking the link<br />
here <a href="https://forms.gle/nVozAnkfNAWF7zQa7">https://forms.gle/nVozAnkfNAWF7zQa7&nbsp;</a><br />
For More Information Email: <a href="http://pace@uog.edu.gy or">pace@uog.edu.gy</a> or Call: 6233159, 6233154.</p>

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