The Alma Jordan Library at the UWI St. Augustine

The Alma Jordan Library at the UWI St. Augustine This is the official page affiliated with The Alma Jordan Library, The University of the We The Library has been known as the John F.

The nucleus of the Library’s collection was formed in 1898 and the Library has occupied two different buildings: the Registry known now as the Old Administration Building at the St. Augustine Campus and the building at its present location on the JFK quadrangle which was completed with funds provided by the United States Government in 1969. Kennedy Library, The Main Library and was officially rena

med The Alma Jordan on February 28th 2011. During the course of the celebrations to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the St. Augustine Campus of The UWI in 2010, it was decided to name certain buildings in recognition of staff members who made outstanding contributions to the development of the campus. Seven buildings were renamed and one of them being the Main Library in recognition of Dr Alma Jordan, who was Campus Librarian at The Main Library from 1960 to 1989, serving also as University Librarian from 1982 to her retirement in 1989. The Library continues the tradition of service first offered from the landmark Administration Building.

The Alma Jordan Library will be closed for Independence Day on Monday, 31 August 2026.Extended hours for the Reading Roo...
26/08/2026

The Alma Jordan Library will be closed for Independence Day on Monday, 31 August 2026.

Extended hours for the Reading Room & Computer Lab (STARRS) will be unavailable.

During this time, persons may continue to access the library’s electronic resources at https://libraries.sta.uwi.edu/ajl

Regular service hours resume on Tuesday, 1 September 2026 from 8:30 a.m.

New and returning UWI STA students, have you registered as yet for a Know Your Library Orientation Tour? There are great...
26/08/2026

New and returning UWI STA students, have you registered as yet for a Know Your Library Orientation Tour? There are great prizes to be won!

Register here:
https://libguides.uwi.edu/ajl_orientation_registration OR
https://bit.ly/ajl-orientation

Just choose ONE (1) tour that is convenient to you.

⚓📚 Ahoy, Pelicans! It’s time to KNOW YOUR LIBRARY!

Your university journey is setting sail and The Alma Jordan Library is ready to help you navigate your way to academic success! 🧭✨

From September 1–11, 2026, new and returning students are invited to explore the Library and discover the collections, facilities, resources and services available to support you throughout your UWI journey.

Choose your adventure! 👇🏽
🗺️ Self-Guided Adventure Tour – Mon.–Fri. | 10 AM & 3 PM
🚶🏽 Staff-Led Walking Tour – Mon.–Fri. | 5 PM
💻 Virtual Tour – Thursdays | 2 PM

And did we mention there are prizes to be won? 👀🎁

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit the registration link to secure your preferred date and time.

Whether you're finding the perfect study spot, discovering academic resources or simply learning your way around, this is one stop you don't want to miss!

⛵ Sail into success: Navigate. Discover. Achieve.

26/08/2026

One last chance to apply to The UWI St. Augustine!

The application period reopens for limited programmes for one day only, on Thursday, 27 August 2026, from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m.

This reopening is for NEW APPLICATIONS ONLY. This includes submitting an application for re-entry after being required to withdraw or voluntarily withdrawing.

In this period, you won't be able to make ANY changes to a previously submitted application.

All application steps MUST be completed within the one-day window, including:

✅Submitting your application
✅Uploading supporting documents
✅Paying the application fee

Take this chance and apply now: https://dub.sh/uwistaapply

13/08/2026

⚓📚 Ahoy, Pelicans! It’s time to KNOW YOUR LIBRARY!

Your university journey is setting sail and The Alma Jordan Library is ready to help you navigate your way to academic success! 🧭✨

From September 1–11, 2026, new and returning students are invited to explore the Library and discover the collections, facilities, resources and services available to support you throughout your UWI journey.

Choose your adventure! 👇🏽
🗺️ Self-Guided Adventure Tour – Mon.–Fri. | 10 AM & 3 PM
🚶🏽 Staff-Led Walking Tour – Mon.–Fri. | 5 PM
💻 Virtual Tour – Thursdays | 2 PM

And did we mention there are prizes to be won? 👀🎁

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit the registration link to secure your preferred date and time.

Whether you're finding the perfect study spot, discovering academic resources or simply learning your way around, this is one stop you don't want to miss!

⛵ Sail into success: Navigate. Discover. Achieve.

13/08/2026

Sharpen your diplomatic writing skills! Join the UNITAR e-Workshop on Diplomatic Report Writing, taking place 24–27 August 2026, online.

Gain practical skills to write clear, concise and effective reports for multilateral diplomacy. Spaces are limited—register today!

Honouring the Legacy of Ian Mc Donald
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Honouring the Legacy of Ian Mc Donald

25/07/2026

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