UVI School of Agriculture partners with BVI’s H. Lavity Stoutt to create new degree program
The University of the Virgin Islands’ School of Agriculture is joining forces with H. Lavity Stoutt Community College to establish degree programs leading to bachelor of science degrees in various agricultural disciplines, UVI announced Tuesday.
2025-02-05 12:02:57 - VI News Staff
UVI President Safiya George expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating that both institutions “share the same vision and mission” in helping students who are seeking to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture. Usman Adamu, dean and director of the UVI School of Agriculture, said the partnership enhances educational opportunities for students in the region. “We have worked hard to build this collaborative relationship that will open doors to a wide array of career opportunities in agriculture,” said Adamu. “Agriculture is more than farming. A degree in agriculture can lead to successful careers involving business, science, technology, engineering, and mathematic fields.”
Under the agreement, students enrolled in the program will be required to attend HLSCC (or any other educational institution) to complete the outlined requirements, then transition to UVI for approximately two years. Upon fulfilling the academic requirements, students will be awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural business, agroecology, animal science, aquaponics, or horticulture from UVI, according to the news release.