UWI St. Augustine, Department of History

Our Vision:

We see ourselves as among the premier promoters of the study of Caribbean civilization who, through our research, will create new insights and methodologies.  We aim to create individuals aware of their identity and committed to community service, heritage management and region-centered historiography.  We hope to increase the historical consciousness of Caribbean peoples and engender recognition of the importance of a knowledge of the past in policy formulation in the region.

Our Mission:

We will continue to develop a research agenda, which will give insights into the region’s historical legacy and promote archaeological heritage management.Our research on the struggles and achievements of Caribbean peoples will help to develop confident and informed citizens.We will disseminate information and ideas to students and to the wider, national community through the use of appropriate technologies and methodologies.