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MBW Students Receive High School Diplomas and Achievement Certifications

Mat Probasco -
Eight My Brother’s Workshop students received their high school diplomas, and 18 others received recognitions and certifications for their achievements at the 2026 MBW Graduation Ceremony held at the MBW Main Campus Stephenson Family Welcome Center on Saturday. The Eljhaie Brathwaite Project played the processional, “Pomp and Circumstance.” Kate Barrows,...

Education and Sports Departments Mourn Tre’Vante Etienne

Department of Education and Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation -
"Tre'Vante's death is a heartbreaking loss that has left a profound void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him."

Commander Karima A. Hantal of STT Retires After 2 Decades in Coast Guard

The Friends of Commander Karima A. Hantal -
As she transitions from active duty service, Commander Hantal and Ali will relocate to the Virgin Islands in a few weeks and leave a legacy of operational excellence, policy leadership, and an unwavering commitment to the Coast Guard’s core values of honor, respect, and devotion to duty.

USVI Teen Takes Top Honors in FCCA Caribbean Children’s Essay Competition

Department of Tourism -
In recognition of her accomplishment, Davis will be honored during Gov. Albert Bryan Jr.’s Valedictorian and Salutatorian Dinner at Government House.

UVI to Honor Rena Brodhurst at Commencement Ceremony

University of the Virgin Islands -
For more than four decades, Brodhurst served as publisher and editor of The St. Croix Avis, the longest continuously published newspaper in the history of the Virgin Islands for 180 years, leading the publication for approximately 44 years following her father’s passing in 1980.

Mr. and Miss UVI Crowned

University of the Virgin Islands -
“It is truly an honor to serve as Miss UVI,” said Chelcher. “I am excited to uplift my peers, inspire creativity, and make a meaningful impact across our campus.”

American Bar Association Honors St. Thomas Attorney Tully

Jessica C. Tully -
The award will be presented during the 2026 ABA Joint Spring Conference in San Diego, California, held April 22-25. This marks the first time a U.S. Virgin Islands attorney has won this award.

Local Trumpeter Dion Johan Parson Jr. To Tour with Yo-Yo Ma

Interlochen Center for the Arts -
Virgin Islands 10th Grader DJ Parson, tours with world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma and the Interlochen Arts Academy this week. 

USVI’s Jamelia Potter Crowned United States of America’s Ms. Georgia 2026

United States of America Pageants -
United States of America Pageants is proud to announce Jamelia Potter of Stone Mountain has been crowned as United States of America’s Ms. Georgia 2026 and will represent the great state of Georgia at the 2026 national competition. 

Parent University Pop-up Tuesday

Department of Education -
The topic is positive behaviors in the classroom and how parents can help. All parents are invited. 

UVI Students Make an Impact in Washington D.C. During “UVI Day on Capitol Hill”

University of the Virgin Islands -
During the visit, students toured the U.S. Capitol led by Congresswoman Plaskett and her staff, learning firsthand how laws are passed while seated in the Senate Chamber.

UVI Appoints Five To Leadership Roles

University of the Virgin Islands -
The University of the Virgin Islands has appointed new leaders in academic affairs, finance, innovation and administration—strengthening its commitment to academic excellence, operational efficiency and innovation in higher education.

Schneider Regional Medical Center’s Comissiong Earns FACHE Credential

Schneider Regional Medical Center -
The FACHE (Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives) credential is the gold standard for board certification in healthcare management. Less than 20% of ACHE’s members worldwide hold this credential, placing Comissiong among an elite group of healthcare leaders.

Ocean Point Terminals Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients

Ocean Point Terminals -
Ocean Point maintains a strong commitment to education, and this funding is allotted annually to support scholarship recipients in their pursuit of a degree at an accredited U.S. college or university, or technical/vocation college.

UVI Congratulates VI APEX State Director Frank Dixon on National Appointment

University of the Virgin Islands -
This prestigious national leadership role reflects Dixon’s expertise and commitment to supporting businesses in navigating government contracting opportunities. 

Smock and Petersen Elected to Run UVI Board of Trustees

University of the Virgin Islands Board of Trustees -
In the regular session of its quarterly meeting on June 21, 2025, the University of the Virgin Islands Board of Trustees reelected Henry Smock to serve as chairman of the Board and Dr. Bert Petersen, Jr. to serve as vice chair.

Plaskett Presents U.S. Flag to Raymond Williams and Family

Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett -
Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett presented a U.S. flag that flew over the United States Capitol to Raymond Williams of Grove Place, and his family in recognition of their extraordinary dedication to preserving Virgin Islands history and culture through their work with the Grove Place Action Committee.

Plaskett Urges Denmark Resolve Past and Invest in USVI 

Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett -
"n light of the complex history between Denmark and the USVI, I impressed on the Danish PM as well as the Foreign Minister the incomplete resolution of past actions by the Danish Government in the treatment of the people of what is now the US Virgin Islands, and discussed a greater acknowledgement of past history and deepened investment."

Scholarship Opportunity Available for CTE Students in the St. Thomas-St. John District

Department of Education -
This scholarship honors the legacy of Nancy E. Powell Callwood, a dedicated educator, trailblazer, and advocate for CTE in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Nancy, a proud St. Johnian and former State Director of CTE and Adult Education, left an indelible mark on the Territory through her unwavering commitment to student advancement and community service.

Brigadier Generals Petty and Francis Howell to Receive Honorary UVI Degrees

University of the Virgin Islands -
The University of the Virgin Islands will recognize two distinguished Virgin Islands leaders with honorary degrees for their exemplary service, dedication and contributions to the territory at the University’s 2025 Commencement Ceremonies.

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