The University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus (UWI FIC) has announced the sudden passing of Dr. Renée Smith, a cherished member of the campus community who served as Campus Counsellor, Adjunct Lecturer, and Founding Musical Director of The UWI FIC Singers. According to Antigua Observer, the university issued a formal statement mourning her loss.
Dr. Smith's contributions to the UWI Five Islands Campus were wide-ranging and deeply felt. In her role as Campus Counsellor, she provided vital support to students navigating the challenges of university life. As an Adjunct Lecturer, she brought academic dedication to her teaching responsibilities. Perhaps most notably, she founded and led The UWI FIC Singers, establishing a musical legacy that became an integral part of the campus's cultural identity.
The university described Dr. Smith as "beloved," reflecting the profound impact she had on students, colleagues, and the broader campus community during her time at the institution.
The UWI Five Islands Campus has not yet announced details regarding memorial arrangements or tributes in her honour. Her sudden passing leaves a significant void within the institution she helped shape since its establishment as a standalone campus.
