UWI gets perfect score in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings
By Zya Williams
The University of the West Indies (The UWI) has achieved notable recognition in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for its dedication to advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This achievement underscores The UWI’s enhanced academic reputation and global research influence.
According to a press release, The UWI has strategically established collaborative global centers and initiatives with prestigious universities over the past decade. These partnerships aim to advocate for and achieve sustainable development outcomes.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Hilary Beckles expressed pride in THE’s acknowledgment, emphasizing, “Our vision for The UWI necessitates multifaceted strategies, and we are particularly proud that the efforts of our faculties have garnered recognition within the global university community. This represents a significant milestone for The UWI.”
THE’s Impact Rankings evaluate universities’ contributions across various SDGs, including research, outreach, stewardship, and teaching. The UWI excelled in categories such as health services (SDG 3), gender equality (SDG 5), environmental education (SDG 13), and partnerships for goals (SDG 17).
This marks The UWI’s fifth consecutive year participating in these prestigious global rankings.
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