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Pilgrims Guide2013
Rex Nettleford HallUWI Mona
Welcome to
lsquo800 PROUDrsquo
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2
3-4 Message from the Principal4 Message from the Director of OSSD5 Message from the SSDM6 Hall Patron Prof Rex Nettleford7 The Origins of the Hall8 Message from the Guild President9 Message from the Hall Chairman10 Message from the Deputy Hall Chairman11 Who is a Rexan13 Hallrsquos Community Principles14 Fresherrsquos Laws Hall Song and Freshersrsquo Pledge
15 Welcome from the Administrative Staff 16-18 Meet your Hallrsquos Committee Execeutives19-20 Signature Page21-24 Meet the Cluster Repersenatives 25 Fresher of the Year26 Alumni Message28 Rexan of the Year29 Miss Rex 201330 Facilities at Rex31 Security and You33-34 Rex Year in Review35 Rex Jargons37 Internal Directory
EDITOR DESIGN AND LAYOUT Jervis Stone
COORDINATOR Hadiya Harris
CONSULTANTS Craig Hitchman Laurelle Taylor Mikhail Williams
PHOTOS Kishmar Shephard Maya Wilkinson Deranjay Simpson
Joel Nelson Jervis Stone
ARTICLESPaula Powlett Timar Jackson Terina Dryden
Amiel Mohammed
CONTENTS
DO
bull Advise members of household if you intend to be away for anextended period of time
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It is with distinct pleasure as thenew Principal of the University ofthe West Indies Mona Campusthat I extend a warm welcome to
all new and returning students TheMona Campus has had a long historyof producing outstanding academicresearch and young professionalswho have become trailblazers in theirelds and I have full condence that
our new and returning students willcontinue to follow in this tradition As your new Principal and as ateacher who has committed decadesto encouraging students to achieveacademic excellence I am proud tobe the head of a tertiary institution thatsupports individual thought criticalthinking innovation and culturaldiversity I implore you to make useof this amazing opportunity as we allknow a tertiary education is a privilegethat should never be squandered
As someone who was once in yourshoes being a young student ofmedicine living on hall I would liketo take this opportunity to encourageyou all to be inspired to questioneverything indulge in diversityexplore new and creative ideasshare your experiences and striveto be the best that you can be Iunderstand that academic life is fullof its many challenges especially ifthis is your rst time away from thecomforts of your home and family butrest assured that the entire Universityadministration and academic staff arehere to support you as you embarkon yet another year of academia TheUniversity is here to provide a learningenvironment however it is integralthat you also be motivated to take onthis challenge Strive to become thebest in your class and I guaranteeyou that it will reap amazing rewardsin the long term and further keep inmind that you were chosen by theUWI because you exemplied the
academic ability that we are inspiredto nurture Be encouraged by theMona Campusrsquo recent success at the28th staging of the UWI IntercampusGames where we proved once again
why our students continue to bethe frontrunners in the Caribbean Also never hesitate to ask for helpfrom your lecturers tutors Guildand hall representatives We fostera collaborative and supportiveenvironment on the Mona Campusand there are many services in placethat can assist you when necessary
In addition to embracing new formsof innovation in the coming years toenhance your learning experiencethe Campus will also be promotingits anti-violence campaign Thiscampaign is geared at safeguardingour student population through thepromotion of several peace initiatives
Continues on Page 4
3
PROFESSOR ARCHIBALD MCDONALD
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MESSAGE FROM THE
PRINCIPAL
I welcome you warmly to theUWI Mona You have joinedus at an exciting time in ourhistory as we bask in our many
accomplishments notably the
increase in student numbersundergraduates professional andgraduate programmes and capitaldevelopment projects We also baskin the successes of our studentsinternationally We can easily pointto Krystal Tomlinson who copped rstplace in public speaking at the WorldUniversities Debating Championshipsin Botswana And who can ever forgetHansle Parchmentrsquos bronze medal inthe sprint hurdles at the 2012 London
Olympics
Your success is of equal importanceto us We stand ready to assist you inmaking the transition to university lifeand to developing your own talentsand scholarship We provide anarray of programmes and services toaccelerate this development So weurge you to utilize fully these offeringsas they are bound to culminate in
your becoming the distinctive UWIgraduate who we envision will bea critical and creative thinker aneffective communicator with goodinter-personal skills IT-skilled andinformation literate innovative andentrepreneurial globally aware andwell grounded in hisher regionalidentity socially culturally andenvironmentally responsible andguided by strong ethical values
I congratulate you for choosing theUWI the premier university in theCaribbean a wise decision which canonly lead to greater successes
4
MS R OSE C AMERON
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MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF
STUDENTS SERVICES AND DEVLOPMENT
MISSION STATEMENT
The Ofce of Student Servicesand Development (OSSD) Monais committed to supporting the
Universityrsquos Mission by creatinga learning environment that
facilitates and encourages thedevelopment and delivery of highquality programmes designed tofoster the holistic development of
the individual student
which will hopefully transcend into thewider Jamaican society
Be proud young scholars of yourachievements thus far and let us work
together to make the Mona Campusthe epitome of higher education inthe Caribbean I hope you have asuccessful and rewarding academicyear
Principalrsquos Message Continues from Page 4
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ldquoDo not go where the path may leadgo instead where there is no path andleave a trailrdquo
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
The above quote endorsesmy wish for you as the latestcohort to enter the prestigiousUniversity of the West Indies
and the walls of the dynamic andcultural mecca named Rex NettlefordHall I am delighted and excited towelcome you to this Hall as youendeavor to create your own trail Ahall of residence is more than a placeto live it is also a thriving and livelycentre of learning Do everything toensure you have a rich and culturallyfullling experience while notcompromising your academic goalsThe many programmes and activitiesfrom the hall and university are gearedtowards your holistic development
Consider that you are among a veryprivileged few of the population thatwill access higher education Do nottake this for granted instead ensurethat you hone and develop skills and
competencies that will engendera greater Caribbean community inareas of intellectual advancement andpersonally as you develop emotionalintelligence As a Rexan much isexpected of you and as you articulateyour own goals and objectives andpursue them in a climate gearedtowards positive values and attitudesmy sincere wish is that you will leavehere better and richer than when youcame
For you as a Fist Year Student we themanagement and staff are mindful ofthe adjustments that are required inevery sphere of your life It is with thatin mind that we have developed the
First Year Experience Programme toaid your transition into this phase ofyour life The FYE and many otherdevelopmental programmes will aidyou with the tools to become thedistinctive graduate that we hope tomould and form
I encourage you to make the mostof this opportunity and create noboundaries or borders to what youcan achieve I look forward to meetingyou all individually and collectively astogether we ensure that lsquoThis is yourplace to shinerdquo becomes your mantraRemember Rex Nettleford Hall is thehome of the lsquoproud the brave and thestrongrsquo and the administrative teamincluding our resident advisors hallcommittee members and auxillarystaff are determined to make thisyour home away from home I wishyou well
35
MISS DONNA M AE J ACKSON
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MESSAGE FROM THE STUDENT SERVICES
DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
I am happy to welcome the entireFresherrsquos community that isentering the Rex Nettleford Hallfor the rst time this year I vividly
remember my own experience ofwhat was then the University College(UCWI) and the excitement that ranthrough the institution in those earlydays Those of us who were fortunateenough to have been accepted to the
edgling institution met other youngmen and women who had recentlygraduated from high schools acrossthe region and formed friendshipsthat in many cases have lasted overhalf a century
The Hall experience is a veryrewarding one There is alwayssomeone who will give advice bethere to listen when the challenges
seem particularly difcult and offerguidance in situations which for manyof you will be very new For manyUniversity has been the foundationon which onersquos whole life has beenbuilt and they remain grateful forhow it allowed them to develop theexperiences that it provided andthe values that they have embraced
As you start what I am sure will bea wonderful time of your life I urgeyou to move forward with an openmind a readiness to learn and apassion that will help you full allyour goals And you will understandthe fullment that always comes fromservice to others and from sharingyour talents so that you can have the
satisfaction of knowing thatat the end of your time
at the University ofthe West Indies
you can useyour skills tocontribute to theimprovement of
our Caribbeansociety
Have a wonderfultime here
6
Ralston Milton ldquoRexrdquo Nettleford
OM FIJ OCC
3 February 1933 - 2 February 2010
DO
bull Endeavour to keep your surrounding clean and tidybull Observe quiet time from 10pm to 6ambull Observe visiting hours from 8am to 1am
HALL PATRONPROFESSOR REX NETTLEFORD
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Rex Nettleford Hall was rst envisioned when the then Director ofStudent Services and Development Dr Thelora Reynolds took ofcein 1996 She identied as one of the Universityrsquos problems the needfor an affordable housing solution that would satisfy a large number of
students After consulting with Student Services and Development ManagersMr Carlton Lowrie and Mr Peter OrsquoSullivan the group worked in coordinationwith the Executive Director of the National Housing Trust Mr MilvertonReynolds and formulated a plan to add new blocks to Chancellor and TaylorHalls However this idea was soon further revolutionised resulting in the birthof perfection the Rex Nettleford Hall
Located only a short walk from the MonaBowl the hall is nestled comfortably inthe foothills of the famed Blue MountainPeak This location is quiet and serenefar away from the lsquohumdrumrsquo of Campuslife and undoubtedly fosters good studyhabits which are vital for survival atthis University With nine clusters andlarge open spaces the Hall is ideal forcommunity life Rexans proudly boastof a computer lab laundromat state ofthe art multipurpose room and the RedSquare- the hub of all the hallrsquos activities
7
THE ORIGINS OF THE HALL
DO
bull Communicate any concerns you have about security to yourResident Advisor
I t is with great enthusiasm that Iwelcome you to the UWI Family Letme take this opportunity to assureyou that the University of the West
Indies is an intellectual mecca that is
highly regarded as the fore-runnerin the cultivation and stimulation ofknowledge among the Caribbeanpeople and is indeed Your Place toShine It is no secret that you arealready among the regionrsquos brightestand most promising minds but eventhen ldquoto whom much is given muchis expectedrdquo As such the task is onyou to ensure that you undertakeyour academic journey with focus andpurpose
It is important to note that whilethe University of the West Indiesis renowned for providing a worldclass academic experience for all itsstudents I implore you to broadenyour horizons by getting fullyinvolved in the rich lsquoout of classroomrsquo
experience that symbolizes the UWIas a true regional institution It is onlythrough your dedicated involvementin this wide range of extra-curricularactivities that are largely facilitatedby the Guild of Students that youwill truly emerge as well a roundedgraduate who has played your part inpreserving and enhancing the legacyof this noble institution
The lsquoGuildrsquo as it is affectionatelyreferred to is an organization withinthe University structure of which youare a member and whose primarypurpose is to advocate on behalf ofthe student body The Guild Councilon the other hand is a subset of thestudent population who are chargedwith governing all student affairsThe Council takes great pride inundertaking initiatives that cater tothe social economic and academicaffair of each member of the Guild ofStudents
Over the course of the next academicyear it is our intention to stimulategreater student involvement andactivism on the Mona Campusthrough a wide range of activities andinitiatives that will seek to contributeactive solutions to issues that not onlyaffect us as student but also thosethat are faced by people on a nationaland regional level
We look forward to your maximuminvolvement and support over thenext academic year as lsquoTogether wecan make it happenrsquo
Take the time out to get involved inthe wide range of extra-curricularactivities try new things learnnew about culture and build lastingfriendships
Please feel free to give us yoursuggestions and comments as wework assiduously to create a uniedmovement that will champion thecause of student activism
8
T ERRON DEWAR
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MESSAGE FROM THE
GUILD PRESIDENT
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Welcome to the RexNettleford Hall FamilyYou made the right choicein choosing Rex as your
new home This hall is a culturalconversion zone which makes livingon Rex the best hall experienceThis is the only hall which offers amulticultural holistic experiencewhich ensures every Rexan leaves
the University a distinctive graduateRex offers you many avenues ofcreative expression skills training ampleadership opportunities Rex allowsyou to be individuals united in thequest for Rexcellence
I encourage you to be active duringyour time on Rex I dare you to try atleast one sport join one committee orone club or society I promise that youwill be surprised just how talented ampskilled you actually are This is whatRex Nettleford Hall can do for you Allyou need to have in order get the mostfrom hall life is have an open mindwillingness to try or do somethingnew while respecting your environs ampfellow Rexans All while staying trueto the Rex motto ldquoThe Proud TheBrave The Strongrdquo
As Rexans we move together ampnot apart We support each otherin our every endeavor and look outfor each otherrsquos wellbeing Use theRexperience to build a strong networkof friends from every faculty skill-setand nationality These friendshipsmade on Rex will be lasting and willnot only make every Rexan regionallyaware but will open doors to futureconnections
Rex provides a learning experiencewhich fosters growth amp developmentin everyone who steps throughthe top or bottom gates Youlearn to co-exist with other people
regardless of their values beliefs ampdispositions You learn to adapt andbe exible understanding the valueof compromise You learn how tofollow protocol amp things such as how
to cook You will learn things aboutyourself that you didnrsquot even know youcould do Ultimately this hall and yourtime here will help you to nd yourselfand become independent- All whilestaying true to the Rex motto ldquoTheProud The Brave The Strongrdquo
As Hall Chairperson it is my duty toensure that each Rexan is given allof these opportunities I am here toensure that your stay here at RexNettleford Hall is comfortable
Allow me to help you transition intobeing Proud Brave and Strong Your
journey to achieving Rexcellencestarts here
3
L ADY L AURELLE lsquoWalkie Talkiersquo T AYLOR
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MESSAGE FROM THE
HALL CHAIRPERSON
I t is with the greatest pleasure thatI welcome you to the University ofthe West Indies and Rex NettlefordHall your new home I urge you
to consider yourself a part of aprivileged few to be accepted bothat the premier tertiary educationalinstitution in the region and also to beone in the minority offered a place inHall
The Rex Nettleford Hall is anenvironment where your talentswill be cultivated and your holisticdevelopment will be nurtured Livingon Rex will be lled with wonderfulmemories challenging times andself actualization however the familyyou have joined will make everyexperience a pleasurable one I insistyou treasure these experiences anduse your time here wisely
As Rexans we strive for excellenceand live by a code which is to BEPROUD BE BRAVE BE STRONGWe seek to be different with ourinnovative minds and we believethat greatness will be accomplishedthrough education integration andparticipation These ideals have
made Rexans supreme As a Rexanembrace challenge with spiritenthusiasm and the condence torealize your dreams You shouldcontemplate your future and makethe most of the experiences you willgain by living on Rex Nettleford Hall
I am looking forward to a remarkableyear and to see each of you lendyour support to achieve a next yearof supremacy Brace yourself to be apart of REXCELLENCE
10
L ORD CRAIG lsquoP AC-MANrsquo H ITCHMAN
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MESSAGE FROM THE
DEPUTY HALL CHAIRMAN
DO
bull Keep your key and swipe card with you at all timesbull Keep your cluster and at doors closed
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A joyous spirit a heart of love courage fortitude and an unyieldingresolve are the essential qualities of a Rexan Rexans are resolutein fostering the University spirit engendering positive changes andupholding the feeling of camaraderie and pride
A Rexan is culturally aware regionally focused and globally conscious whobelieves that anything can be accomplished through education integrationand participation Rexans acknowledge the struggle of our fore-parents andare committed to keeping their efforts and achievements alive through all ouractivities
Rexans realize that individual nation building will result in the steadfastempowerment of our Caribbean Peoples
Rexans reect in thought and deed an awareness of individualism and adistinct style but above that a great level of tolerance and a strong familybond
A Rexan is not just a university student but lsquoa light shining from the Westrsquo andwill make this university their place to shine Furthermore Rexans vow thatduring their sojourn at this noble hall they will grow through excellence andmake this university the premiere learning institution in the world
ldquoRexans wi move together not apart All arsquo wi a one - who vex loss Nettlefordrumblingrdquo
11
DO NOT
bull Light candles or other open ames in your roombull Smoke inside any of the Hallrsquos buildingbull Remove or relocate any pieces of furniture
WHO IS A REXAN
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With regards to day to dayliving Hall members areexpected to demonstraterespect for relationships
the dignity and worth of the individualprivacy and property the need tosocialize personal and communitysafety and also for the other areas ofhall activity
Members are also expected to
demonstrate the highest standards ofdiscipline dedication efciency anderudition to foster the harmoniousco-existence of the sexes racesages religions and cultures andto disapprove the boorishnessdiscrimination discord divisiondogma doom and dormancy
13
HALLS COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES
We have come from near and far With potential beyond the starsOur talents we have to share
Oh lifersquos challenges we have no fear Because Rexans we want to be
The Proud the Brave the StrongMotto we will adopt all the life longMaroon and Gold run in our veinsFor this Hall we will stand the painBecause Rexans we want to beWith sweat strength and dignity
We will face each challenge happilyNo matter what it takes
Because Rexans we want to be
Blessed be the noble hall A gift to us from Godrsquos strong hand
Wonderful Hall our Fathers built for usMay it always shine from the west
Chorus
Letrsquos rise and shineOh Rexans let rise
This University is our place to shineTogether we will shine
For we are the lightThat rises from the West
Hall of beauty and of fameThe name Rexans to us came
Through our unity and harmony
We will always shine from the West
Dedicated to you the pilgrims the sojourners those who have come to thiskingdom this reverend place to learn to grow to transcend the connes of
your mundane realities and attain a holistic fervour that will take you through
Hall Song Freshersrsquo Pledge
1 Thou shalt be loyal to your GodEmpire and Kingdom and then toyour individual house
2 Thou shalt guard and commandthy intellectual faculties strivingalways after holistic and scholarly
success3 Thou shalt preserve integrity
and respect as vanguards of thymanner for thou art subjects ofthis kingdom and a people ofdiverse prowess
4 Thou shalt surrender thy servicesto the Empire Kingdom andhouse that thy works shall beseen and justly rewarded Thisis fourth commandment withpromise
5 Thou shalt remember thy firstduty as a scholar to the EmpireFor though the prospects aboundwith revelry occasion andopportunity thy days are surelynumbered
6 Thou shalt love thy neighbouras thyself for we are ldquoOut of
Many One Peoplerdquo and sons and
daughters of civility
7 As thy banner hails so shall thyregal raiment always be maroonand gold
8 Wear your maroon and gold whenappropriate
9 Thou shalt preserve thy kingdomand the foundation of thy houseand keep them from ruin andscourges of destruction
10 Thou shalt not be wantonwasteful and foolhardy withresources afforded to you lestthou be deprived of the comfortsof the kingdom
11 Thou shalt strive towardssupreme unity and transparencyin all works
12 Thou shalt honour the hierarchyand the procedures for order andgrievance
13 Thou shalt honour all thecommandments that thy days maybe long and prosperous in thisyour kingdom
FRESHERS LAWS
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Welcome to the University ofthe West Indies and RexNettleford Hall We areglad you have made the
choice of Rex and we look forwardto a productive year We are happyto provide you with state of the artfacilities including our ComputerLab Laundry Off Campus lounge
and living amenities These facilitieshave been provided by the universityfor you to have a comfortable livingenvironment and a home away fromhome I urge you to care for theinfrastructure as they are yours andpreserve them for future generationsof Rexans to come The Facilitiesand Maintenance Ofce is there foryou to help in the event of thosemaintenance issues that will arisefrom time to time EMMERSON JOHNSON
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TanyaDixon
TashiskaDunstan
Eleenor Smith-Rochester
KareemConstantine
Uriel
Davis
Julian
Cox
David
Johnson
WELCOME FROM THE
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
16
MichaelMullings
Chairperson
DonahueMartinTreasurer
SamanthaHaywoodSecretary
ShaniceSimmonds
Admin Assistant
The Secretarial Committee comprisesthe Hall Secretary and Administrative Assistant and all cluster and committeesecretaries Its function includes to ensurethat all minutes motions and resolutionsare immaculately recorded documented
and disseminated at respective levelsWe are the key in the communicationfrom the Hallrsquos administration and Hall
Committee to Rexans
Money matters and at Rex Nettleford Hall this is no differentThe Treasury Committee is the monetary hub that fundsmost of the activities hosted by the hall The committee itselfconsists of all nine cluster treasurers who monitor create andcirculate nancial information on behalf of the Hall CommitteeThis committee stands for accountability and transparencyand spearheads the formulation of novel fund-raising ideas
and budgeting strategies
MatthewTitus
Dep Chairperson
The committee is in charge of highlightingthe concerns of residents about the Hallrsquosenvirons to the administrative body andensures the maintenance of the Hallrsquosinfrastructure The Committee membersdistribute the household necessities tothe various cluster DACrsquos and are alsogenerally responsible for the different
hospitality aspects of Hall activities
SECRETARIAL COMMITTEE
T REASURER
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
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HadiyaHarrisPRO
The Public Relations Committee iskey in the communication betweenthe Hall Committee and Rexans It isfundamental in relaying informationwhile promoting the image of the Hallthrough social media Radio Rex and the
Rex newsletter
PUBLIC R ELATIONS COMMITTEE
317
JervisStonePCC
DavidFray
Residing
GabrielleCurling
Chairperson
PaulaPowlett
Dep Chairperson
The heartbeat of Rex Nettleford Hall iskept pumping by the activities of the CEACthrough the vast collection of events itspear-heads The energy is kept high bythe entertainment offered via fetes socials
and lymes Your experience on Rex Hallwill be rounded as we open doors through
diverse cultural expressions
Headed by the residing and commutingOff Campus Representatives thisCommitteersquos primary objective is to keepthe Off Campus Rexans informed aboutthe activities on Hall as well as work withthe External Affairs Committee to executeprograms designed to show appreciation
to these noteworthy Rexans
CULTURAL AND ENTERTAINMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
COMMUTING R EXAN COMMITTEE
WadeBrown
Commuting
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
18
GarthRichards
Chairperson
KyrieWilliams
Chairperson
DeyontalayBastian
Dep Chairperson
The committee chairpersons coordinateall of the Hallrsquos sporting activities andensures that athletes are preparedequipped and organized for Inter-Hallsporting events The committee seeksinnovative and dedicated minds thatshare a common goal in ensuring RexNettleford Hall attains the title lsquoHall of
Hallsrsquo
Christopher Romain
Dep Chairperson
The External Affairs Committee isdedicated to the development of the hallthrough the development of its membersWe accomplish this through volunteerismthat stems in charity fundraisers andoutreach programs The EAC aims toempower the recipients of our outreach
and also to give Rexans an avenue todevelop and become model citizens of
society
G AMES COMMITTEE
E XTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
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Place Signature Page Here
S i g na t u r e Pa g e
R e x
H a
l l U W I
Rex Nettleford Hall
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
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FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
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DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
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Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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3-4 Message from the Principal4 Message from the Director of OSSD5 Message from the SSDM6 Hall Patron Prof Rex Nettleford7 The Origins of the Hall8 Message from the Guild President9 Message from the Hall Chairman10 Message from the Deputy Hall Chairman11 Who is a Rexan13 Hallrsquos Community Principles14 Fresherrsquos Laws Hall Song and Freshersrsquo Pledge
15 Welcome from the Administrative Staff 16-18 Meet your Hallrsquos Committee Execeutives19-20 Signature Page21-24 Meet the Cluster Repersenatives 25 Fresher of the Year26 Alumni Message28 Rexan of the Year29 Miss Rex 201330 Facilities at Rex31 Security and You33-34 Rex Year in Review35 Rex Jargons37 Internal Directory
EDITOR DESIGN AND LAYOUT Jervis Stone
COORDINATOR Hadiya Harris
CONSULTANTS Craig Hitchman Laurelle Taylor Mikhail Williams
PHOTOS Kishmar Shephard Maya Wilkinson Deranjay Simpson
Joel Nelson Jervis Stone
ARTICLESPaula Powlett Timar Jackson Terina Dryden
Amiel Mohammed
CONTENTS
DO
bull Advise members of household if you intend to be away for anextended period of time
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It is with distinct pleasure as thenew Principal of the University ofthe West Indies Mona Campusthat I extend a warm welcome to
all new and returning students TheMona Campus has had a long historyof producing outstanding academicresearch and young professionalswho have become trailblazers in theirelds and I have full condence that
our new and returning students willcontinue to follow in this tradition As your new Principal and as ateacher who has committed decadesto encouraging students to achieveacademic excellence I am proud tobe the head of a tertiary institution thatsupports individual thought criticalthinking innovation and culturaldiversity I implore you to make useof this amazing opportunity as we allknow a tertiary education is a privilegethat should never be squandered
As someone who was once in yourshoes being a young student ofmedicine living on hall I would liketo take this opportunity to encourageyou all to be inspired to questioneverything indulge in diversityexplore new and creative ideasshare your experiences and striveto be the best that you can be Iunderstand that academic life is fullof its many challenges especially ifthis is your rst time away from thecomforts of your home and family butrest assured that the entire Universityadministration and academic staff arehere to support you as you embarkon yet another year of academia TheUniversity is here to provide a learningenvironment however it is integralthat you also be motivated to take onthis challenge Strive to become thebest in your class and I guaranteeyou that it will reap amazing rewardsin the long term and further keep inmind that you were chosen by theUWI because you exemplied the
academic ability that we are inspiredto nurture Be encouraged by theMona Campusrsquo recent success at the28th staging of the UWI IntercampusGames where we proved once again
why our students continue to bethe frontrunners in the Caribbean Also never hesitate to ask for helpfrom your lecturers tutors Guildand hall representatives We fostera collaborative and supportiveenvironment on the Mona Campusand there are many services in placethat can assist you when necessary
In addition to embracing new formsof innovation in the coming years toenhance your learning experiencethe Campus will also be promotingits anti-violence campaign Thiscampaign is geared at safeguardingour student population through thepromotion of several peace initiatives
Continues on Page 4
3
PROFESSOR ARCHIBALD MCDONALD
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MESSAGE FROM THE
PRINCIPAL
I welcome you warmly to theUWI Mona You have joinedus at an exciting time in ourhistory as we bask in our many
accomplishments notably the
increase in student numbersundergraduates professional andgraduate programmes and capitaldevelopment projects We also baskin the successes of our studentsinternationally We can easily pointto Krystal Tomlinson who copped rstplace in public speaking at the WorldUniversities Debating Championshipsin Botswana And who can ever forgetHansle Parchmentrsquos bronze medal inthe sprint hurdles at the 2012 London
Olympics
Your success is of equal importanceto us We stand ready to assist you inmaking the transition to university lifeand to developing your own talentsand scholarship We provide anarray of programmes and services toaccelerate this development So weurge you to utilize fully these offeringsas they are bound to culminate in
your becoming the distinctive UWIgraduate who we envision will bea critical and creative thinker aneffective communicator with goodinter-personal skills IT-skilled andinformation literate innovative andentrepreneurial globally aware andwell grounded in hisher regionalidentity socially culturally andenvironmentally responsible andguided by strong ethical values
I congratulate you for choosing theUWI the premier university in theCaribbean a wise decision which canonly lead to greater successes
4
MS R OSE C AMERON
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MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF
STUDENTS SERVICES AND DEVLOPMENT
MISSION STATEMENT
The Ofce of Student Servicesand Development (OSSD) Monais committed to supporting the
Universityrsquos Mission by creatinga learning environment that
facilitates and encourages thedevelopment and delivery of highquality programmes designed tofoster the holistic development of
the individual student
which will hopefully transcend into thewider Jamaican society
Be proud young scholars of yourachievements thus far and let us work
together to make the Mona Campusthe epitome of higher education inthe Caribbean I hope you have asuccessful and rewarding academicyear
Principalrsquos Message Continues from Page 4
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ldquoDo not go where the path may leadgo instead where there is no path andleave a trailrdquo
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
The above quote endorsesmy wish for you as the latestcohort to enter the prestigiousUniversity of the West Indies
and the walls of the dynamic andcultural mecca named Rex NettlefordHall I am delighted and excited towelcome you to this Hall as youendeavor to create your own trail Ahall of residence is more than a placeto live it is also a thriving and livelycentre of learning Do everything toensure you have a rich and culturallyfullling experience while notcompromising your academic goalsThe many programmes and activitiesfrom the hall and university are gearedtowards your holistic development
Consider that you are among a veryprivileged few of the population thatwill access higher education Do nottake this for granted instead ensurethat you hone and develop skills and
competencies that will engendera greater Caribbean community inareas of intellectual advancement andpersonally as you develop emotionalintelligence As a Rexan much isexpected of you and as you articulateyour own goals and objectives andpursue them in a climate gearedtowards positive values and attitudesmy sincere wish is that you will leavehere better and richer than when youcame
For you as a Fist Year Student we themanagement and staff are mindful ofthe adjustments that are required inevery sphere of your life It is with thatin mind that we have developed the
First Year Experience Programme toaid your transition into this phase ofyour life The FYE and many otherdevelopmental programmes will aidyou with the tools to become thedistinctive graduate that we hope tomould and form
I encourage you to make the mostof this opportunity and create noboundaries or borders to what youcan achieve I look forward to meetingyou all individually and collectively astogether we ensure that lsquoThis is yourplace to shinerdquo becomes your mantraRemember Rex Nettleford Hall is thehome of the lsquoproud the brave and thestrongrsquo and the administrative teamincluding our resident advisors hallcommittee members and auxillarystaff are determined to make thisyour home away from home I wishyou well
35
MISS DONNA M AE J ACKSON
M983137983150983137983143983141983154
MESSAGE FROM THE STUDENT SERVICES
DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
I am happy to welcome the entireFresherrsquos community that isentering the Rex Nettleford Hallfor the rst time this year I vividly
remember my own experience ofwhat was then the University College(UCWI) and the excitement that ranthrough the institution in those earlydays Those of us who were fortunateenough to have been accepted to the
edgling institution met other youngmen and women who had recentlygraduated from high schools acrossthe region and formed friendshipsthat in many cases have lasted overhalf a century
The Hall experience is a veryrewarding one There is alwayssomeone who will give advice bethere to listen when the challenges
seem particularly difcult and offerguidance in situations which for manyof you will be very new For manyUniversity has been the foundationon which onersquos whole life has beenbuilt and they remain grateful forhow it allowed them to develop theexperiences that it provided andthe values that they have embraced
As you start what I am sure will bea wonderful time of your life I urgeyou to move forward with an openmind a readiness to learn and apassion that will help you full allyour goals And you will understandthe fullment that always comes fromservice to others and from sharingyour talents so that you can have the
satisfaction of knowing thatat the end of your time
at the University ofthe West Indies
you can useyour skills tocontribute to theimprovement of
our Caribbeansociety
Have a wonderfultime here
6
Ralston Milton ldquoRexrdquo Nettleford
OM FIJ OCC
3 February 1933 - 2 February 2010
DO
bull Endeavour to keep your surrounding clean and tidybull Observe quiet time from 10pm to 6ambull Observe visiting hours from 8am to 1am
HALL PATRONPROFESSOR REX NETTLEFORD
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Rex Nettleford Hall was rst envisioned when the then Director ofStudent Services and Development Dr Thelora Reynolds took ofcein 1996 She identied as one of the Universityrsquos problems the needfor an affordable housing solution that would satisfy a large number of
students After consulting with Student Services and Development ManagersMr Carlton Lowrie and Mr Peter OrsquoSullivan the group worked in coordinationwith the Executive Director of the National Housing Trust Mr MilvertonReynolds and formulated a plan to add new blocks to Chancellor and TaylorHalls However this idea was soon further revolutionised resulting in the birthof perfection the Rex Nettleford Hall
Located only a short walk from the MonaBowl the hall is nestled comfortably inthe foothills of the famed Blue MountainPeak This location is quiet and serenefar away from the lsquohumdrumrsquo of Campuslife and undoubtedly fosters good studyhabits which are vital for survival atthis University With nine clusters andlarge open spaces the Hall is ideal forcommunity life Rexans proudly boastof a computer lab laundromat state ofthe art multipurpose room and the RedSquare- the hub of all the hallrsquos activities
7
THE ORIGINS OF THE HALL
DO
bull Communicate any concerns you have about security to yourResident Advisor
I t is with great enthusiasm that Iwelcome you to the UWI Family Letme take this opportunity to assureyou that the University of the West
Indies is an intellectual mecca that is
highly regarded as the fore-runnerin the cultivation and stimulation ofknowledge among the Caribbeanpeople and is indeed Your Place toShine It is no secret that you arealready among the regionrsquos brightestand most promising minds but eventhen ldquoto whom much is given muchis expectedrdquo As such the task is onyou to ensure that you undertakeyour academic journey with focus andpurpose
It is important to note that whilethe University of the West Indiesis renowned for providing a worldclass academic experience for all itsstudents I implore you to broadenyour horizons by getting fullyinvolved in the rich lsquoout of classroomrsquo
experience that symbolizes the UWIas a true regional institution It is onlythrough your dedicated involvementin this wide range of extra-curricularactivities that are largely facilitatedby the Guild of Students that youwill truly emerge as well a roundedgraduate who has played your part inpreserving and enhancing the legacyof this noble institution
The lsquoGuildrsquo as it is affectionatelyreferred to is an organization withinthe University structure of which youare a member and whose primarypurpose is to advocate on behalf ofthe student body The Guild Councilon the other hand is a subset of thestudent population who are chargedwith governing all student affairsThe Council takes great pride inundertaking initiatives that cater tothe social economic and academicaffair of each member of the Guild ofStudents
Over the course of the next academicyear it is our intention to stimulategreater student involvement andactivism on the Mona Campusthrough a wide range of activities andinitiatives that will seek to contributeactive solutions to issues that not onlyaffect us as student but also thosethat are faced by people on a nationaland regional level
We look forward to your maximuminvolvement and support over thenext academic year as lsquoTogether wecan make it happenrsquo
Take the time out to get involved inthe wide range of extra-curricularactivities try new things learnnew about culture and build lastingfriendships
Please feel free to give us yoursuggestions and comments as wework assiduously to create a uniedmovement that will champion thecause of student activism
8
T ERRON DEWAR
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MESSAGE FROM THE
GUILD PRESIDENT
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Welcome to the RexNettleford Hall FamilyYou made the right choicein choosing Rex as your
new home This hall is a culturalconversion zone which makes livingon Rex the best hall experienceThis is the only hall which offers amulticultural holistic experiencewhich ensures every Rexan leaves
the University a distinctive graduateRex offers you many avenues ofcreative expression skills training ampleadership opportunities Rex allowsyou to be individuals united in thequest for Rexcellence
I encourage you to be active duringyour time on Rex I dare you to try atleast one sport join one committee orone club or society I promise that youwill be surprised just how talented ampskilled you actually are This is whatRex Nettleford Hall can do for you Allyou need to have in order get the mostfrom hall life is have an open mindwillingness to try or do somethingnew while respecting your environs ampfellow Rexans All while staying trueto the Rex motto ldquoThe Proud TheBrave The Strongrdquo
As Rexans we move together ampnot apart We support each otherin our every endeavor and look outfor each otherrsquos wellbeing Use theRexperience to build a strong networkof friends from every faculty skill-setand nationality These friendshipsmade on Rex will be lasting and willnot only make every Rexan regionallyaware but will open doors to futureconnections
Rex provides a learning experiencewhich fosters growth amp developmentin everyone who steps throughthe top or bottom gates Youlearn to co-exist with other people
regardless of their values beliefs ampdispositions You learn to adapt andbe exible understanding the valueof compromise You learn how tofollow protocol amp things such as how
to cook You will learn things aboutyourself that you didnrsquot even know youcould do Ultimately this hall and yourtime here will help you to nd yourselfand become independent- All whilestaying true to the Rex motto ldquoTheProud The Brave The Strongrdquo
As Hall Chairperson it is my duty toensure that each Rexan is given allof these opportunities I am here toensure that your stay here at RexNettleford Hall is comfortable
Allow me to help you transition intobeing Proud Brave and Strong Your
journey to achieving Rexcellencestarts here
3
L ADY L AURELLE lsquoWalkie Talkiersquo T AYLOR
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MESSAGE FROM THE
HALL CHAIRPERSON
I t is with the greatest pleasure thatI welcome you to the University ofthe West Indies and Rex NettlefordHall your new home I urge you
to consider yourself a part of aprivileged few to be accepted bothat the premier tertiary educationalinstitution in the region and also to beone in the minority offered a place inHall
The Rex Nettleford Hall is anenvironment where your talentswill be cultivated and your holisticdevelopment will be nurtured Livingon Rex will be lled with wonderfulmemories challenging times andself actualization however the familyyou have joined will make everyexperience a pleasurable one I insistyou treasure these experiences anduse your time here wisely
As Rexans we strive for excellenceand live by a code which is to BEPROUD BE BRAVE BE STRONGWe seek to be different with ourinnovative minds and we believethat greatness will be accomplishedthrough education integration andparticipation These ideals have
made Rexans supreme As a Rexanembrace challenge with spiritenthusiasm and the condence torealize your dreams You shouldcontemplate your future and makethe most of the experiences you willgain by living on Rex Nettleford Hall
I am looking forward to a remarkableyear and to see each of you lendyour support to achieve a next yearof supremacy Brace yourself to be apart of REXCELLENCE
10
L ORD CRAIG lsquoP AC-MANrsquo H ITCHMAN
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MESSAGE FROM THE
DEPUTY HALL CHAIRMAN
DO
bull Keep your key and swipe card with you at all timesbull Keep your cluster and at doors closed
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A joyous spirit a heart of love courage fortitude and an unyieldingresolve are the essential qualities of a Rexan Rexans are resolutein fostering the University spirit engendering positive changes andupholding the feeling of camaraderie and pride
A Rexan is culturally aware regionally focused and globally conscious whobelieves that anything can be accomplished through education integrationand participation Rexans acknowledge the struggle of our fore-parents andare committed to keeping their efforts and achievements alive through all ouractivities
Rexans realize that individual nation building will result in the steadfastempowerment of our Caribbean Peoples
Rexans reect in thought and deed an awareness of individualism and adistinct style but above that a great level of tolerance and a strong familybond
A Rexan is not just a university student but lsquoa light shining from the Westrsquo andwill make this university their place to shine Furthermore Rexans vow thatduring their sojourn at this noble hall they will grow through excellence andmake this university the premiere learning institution in the world
ldquoRexans wi move together not apart All arsquo wi a one - who vex loss Nettlefordrumblingrdquo
11
DO NOT
bull Light candles or other open ames in your roombull Smoke inside any of the Hallrsquos buildingbull Remove or relocate any pieces of furniture
WHO IS A REXAN
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With regards to day to dayliving Hall members areexpected to demonstraterespect for relationships
the dignity and worth of the individualprivacy and property the need tosocialize personal and communitysafety and also for the other areas ofhall activity
Members are also expected to
demonstrate the highest standards ofdiscipline dedication efciency anderudition to foster the harmoniousco-existence of the sexes racesages religions and cultures andto disapprove the boorishnessdiscrimination discord divisiondogma doom and dormancy
13
HALLS COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES
We have come from near and far With potential beyond the starsOur talents we have to share
Oh lifersquos challenges we have no fear Because Rexans we want to be
The Proud the Brave the StrongMotto we will adopt all the life longMaroon and Gold run in our veinsFor this Hall we will stand the painBecause Rexans we want to beWith sweat strength and dignity
We will face each challenge happilyNo matter what it takes
Because Rexans we want to be
Blessed be the noble hall A gift to us from Godrsquos strong hand
Wonderful Hall our Fathers built for usMay it always shine from the west
Chorus
Letrsquos rise and shineOh Rexans let rise
This University is our place to shineTogether we will shine
For we are the lightThat rises from the West
Hall of beauty and of fameThe name Rexans to us came
Through our unity and harmony
We will always shine from the West
Dedicated to you the pilgrims the sojourners those who have come to thiskingdom this reverend place to learn to grow to transcend the connes of
your mundane realities and attain a holistic fervour that will take you through
Hall Song Freshersrsquo Pledge
1 Thou shalt be loyal to your GodEmpire and Kingdom and then toyour individual house
2 Thou shalt guard and commandthy intellectual faculties strivingalways after holistic and scholarly
success3 Thou shalt preserve integrity
and respect as vanguards of thymanner for thou art subjects ofthis kingdom and a people ofdiverse prowess
4 Thou shalt surrender thy servicesto the Empire Kingdom andhouse that thy works shall beseen and justly rewarded Thisis fourth commandment withpromise
5 Thou shalt remember thy firstduty as a scholar to the EmpireFor though the prospects aboundwith revelry occasion andopportunity thy days are surelynumbered
6 Thou shalt love thy neighbouras thyself for we are ldquoOut of
Many One Peoplerdquo and sons and
daughters of civility
7 As thy banner hails so shall thyregal raiment always be maroonand gold
8 Wear your maroon and gold whenappropriate
9 Thou shalt preserve thy kingdomand the foundation of thy houseand keep them from ruin andscourges of destruction
10 Thou shalt not be wantonwasteful and foolhardy withresources afforded to you lestthou be deprived of the comfortsof the kingdom
11 Thou shalt strive towardssupreme unity and transparencyin all works
12 Thou shalt honour the hierarchyand the procedures for order andgrievance
13 Thou shalt honour all thecommandments that thy days maybe long and prosperous in thisyour kingdom
FRESHERS LAWS
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Welcome to the University ofthe West Indies and RexNettleford Hall We areglad you have made the
choice of Rex and we look forwardto a productive year We are happyto provide you with state of the artfacilities including our ComputerLab Laundry Off Campus lounge
and living amenities These facilitieshave been provided by the universityfor you to have a comfortable livingenvironment and a home away fromhome I urge you to care for theinfrastructure as they are yours andpreserve them for future generationsof Rexans to come The Facilitiesand Maintenance Ofce is there foryou to help in the event of thosemaintenance issues that will arisefrom time to time EMMERSON JOHNSON
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TanyaDixon
TashiskaDunstan
Eleenor Smith-Rochester
KareemConstantine
Uriel
Davis
Julian
Cox
David
Johnson
WELCOME FROM THE
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
16
MichaelMullings
Chairperson
DonahueMartinTreasurer
SamanthaHaywoodSecretary
ShaniceSimmonds
Admin Assistant
The Secretarial Committee comprisesthe Hall Secretary and Administrative Assistant and all cluster and committeesecretaries Its function includes to ensurethat all minutes motions and resolutionsare immaculately recorded documented
and disseminated at respective levelsWe are the key in the communicationfrom the Hallrsquos administration and Hall
Committee to Rexans
Money matters and at Rex Nettleford Hall this is no differentThe Treasury Committee is the monetary hub that fundsmost of the activities hosted by the hall The committee itselfconsists of all nine cluster treasurers who monitor create andcirculate nancial information on behalf of the Hall CommitteeThis committee stands for accountability and transparencyand spearheads the formulation of novel fund-raising ideas
and budgeting strategies
MatthewTitus
Dep Chairperson
The committee is in charge of highlightingthe concerns of residents about the Hallrsquosenvirons to the administrative body andensures the maintenance of the Hallrsquosinfrastructure The Committee membersdistribute the household necessities tothe various cluster DACrsquos and are alsogenerally responsible for the different
hospitality aspects of Hall activities
SECRETARIAL COMMITTEE
T REASURER
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
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HadiyaHarrisPRO
The Public Relations Committee iskey in the communication betweenthe Hall Committee and Rexans It isfundamental in relaying informationwhile promoting the image of the Hallthrough social media Radio Rex and the
Rex newsletter
PUBLIC R ELATIONS COMMITTEE
317
JervisStonePCC
DavidFray
Residing
GabrielleCurling
Chairperson
PaulaPowlett
Dep Chairperson
The heartbeat of Rex Nettleford Hall iskept pumping by the activities of the CEACthrough the vast collection of events itspear-heads The energy is kept high bythe entertainment offered via fetes socials
and lymes Your experience on Rex Hallwill be rounded as we open doors through
diverse cultural expressions
Headed by the residing and commutingOff Campus Representatives thisCommitteersquos primary objective is to keepthe Off Campus Rexans informed aboutthe activities on Hall as well as work withthe External Affairs Committee to executeprograms designed to show appreciation
to these noteworthy Rexans
CULTURAL AND ENTERTAINMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
COMMUTING R EXAN COMMITTEE
WadeBrown
Commuting
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
18
GarthRichards
Chairperson
KyrieWilliams
Chairperson
DeyontalayBastian
Dep Chairperson
The committee chairpersons coordinateall of the Hallrsquos sporting activities andensures that athletes are preparedequipped and organized for Inter-Hallsporting events The committee seeksinnovative and dedicated minds thatshare a common goal in ensuring RexNettleford Hall attains the title lsquoHall of
Hallsrsquo
Christopher Romain
Dep Chairperson
The External Affairs Committee isdedicated to the development of the hallthrough the development of its membersWe accomplish this through volunteerismthat stems in charity fundraisers andoutreach programs The EAC aims toempower the recipients of our outreach
and also to give Rexans an avenue todevelop and become model citizens of
society
G AMES COMMITTEE
E XTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
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Place Signature Page Here
S i g na t u r e Pa g e
R e x
H a
l l U W I
Rex Nettleford Hall
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
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FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
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DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
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C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
E983160983156983141983150983156983145983151983150983155 O983150 C983137983149983152983157983155
Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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It is with distinct pleasure as thenew Principal of the University ofthe West Indies Mona Campusthat I extend a warm welcome to
all new and returning students TheMona Campus has had a long historyof producing outstanding academicresearch and young professionalswho have become trailblazers in theirelds and I have full condence that
our new and returning students willcontinue to follow in this tradition As your new Principal and as ateacher who has committed decadesto encouraging students to achieveacademic excellence I am proud tobe the head of a tertiary institution thatsupports individual thought criticalthinking innovation and culturaldiversity I implore you to make useof this amazing opportunity as we allknow a tertiary education is a privilegethat should never be squandered
As someone who was once in yourshoes being a young student ofmedicine living on hall I would liketo take this opportunity to encourageyou all to be inspired to questioneverything indulge in diversityexplore new and creative ideasshare your experiences and striveto be the best that you can be Iunderstand that academic life is fullof its many challenges especially ifthis is your rst time away from thecomforts of your home and family butrest assured that the entire Universityadministration and academic staff arehere to support you as you embarkon yet another year of academia TheUniversity is here to provide a learningenvironment however it is integralthat you also be motivated to take onthis challenge Strive to become thebest in your class and I guaranteeyou that it will reap amazing rewardsin the long term and further keep inmind that you were chosen by theUWI because you exemplied the
academic ability that we are inspiredto nurture Be encouraged by theMona Campusrsquo recent success at the28th staging of the UWI IntercampusGames where we proved once again
why our students continue to bethe frontrunners in the Caribbean Also never hesitate to ask for helpfrom your lecturers tutors Guildand hall representatives We fostera collaborative and supportiveenvironment on the Mona Campusand there are many services in placethat can assist you when necessary
In addition to embracing new formsof innovation in the coming years toenhance your learning experiencethe Campus will also be promotingits anti-violence campaign Thiscampaign is geared at safeguardingour student population through thepromotion of several peace initiatives
Continues on Page 4
3
PROFESSOR ARCHIBALD MCDONALD
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MESSAGE FROM THE
PRINCIPAL
I welcome you warmly to theUWI Mona You have joinedus at an exciting time in ourhistory as we bask in our many
accomplishments notably the
increase in student numbersundergraduates professional andgraduate programmes and capitaldevelopment projects We also baskin the successes of our studentsinternationally We can easily pointto Krystal Tomlinson who copped rstplace in public speaking at the WorldUniversities Debating Championshipsin Botswana And who can ever forgetHansle Parchmentrsquos bronze medal inthe sprint hurdles at the 2012 London
Olympics
Your success is of equal importanceto us We stand ready to assist you inmaking the transition to university lifeand to developing your own talentsand scholarship We provide anarray of programmes and services toaccelerate this development So weurge you to utilize fully these offeringsas they are bound to culminate in
your becoming the distinctive UWIgraduate who we envision will bea critical and creative thinker aneffective communicator with goodinter-personal skills IT-skilled andinformation literate innovative andentrepreneurial globally aware andwell grounded in hisher regionalidentity socially culturally andenvironmentally responsible andguided by strong ethical values
I congratulate you for choosing theUWI the premier university in theCaribbean a wise decision which canonly lead to greater successes
4
MS R OSE C AMERON
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MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF
STUDENTS SERVICES AND DEVLOPMENT
MISSION STATEMENT
The Ofce of Student Servicesand Development (OSSD) Monais committed to supporting the
Universityrsquos Mission by creatinga learning environment that
facilitates and encourages thedevelopment and delivery of highquality programmes designed tofoster the holistic development of
the individual student
which will hopefully transcend into thewider Jamaican society
Be proud young scholars of yourachievements thus far and let us work
together to make the Mona Campusthe epitome of higher education inthe Caribbean I hope you have asuccessful and rewarding academicyear
Principalrsquos Message Continues from Page 4
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ldquoDo not go where the path may leadgo instead where there is no path andleave a trailrdquo
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
The above quote endorsesmy wish for you as the latestcohort to enter the prestigiousUniversity of the West Indies
and the walls of the dynamic andcultural mecca named Rex NettlefordHall I am delighted and excited towelcome you to this Hall as youendeavor to create your own trail Ahall of residence is more than a placeto live it is also a thriving and livelycentre of learning Do everything toensure you have a rich and culturallyfullling experience while notcompromising your academic goalsThe many programmes and activitiesfrom the hall and university are gearedtowards your holistic development
Consider that you are among a veryprivileged few of the population thatwill access higher education Do nottake this for granted instead ensurethat you hone and develop skills and
competencies that will engendera greater Caribbean community inareas of intellectual advancement andpersonally as you develop emotionalintelligence As a Rexan much isexpected of you and as you articulateyour own goals and objectives andpursue them in a climate gearedtowards positive values and attitudesmy sincere wish is that you will leavehere better and richer than when youcame
For you as a Fist Year Student we themanagement and staff are mindful ofthe adjustments that are required inevery sphere of your life It is with thatin mind that we have developed the
First Year Experience Programme toaid your transition into this phase ofyour life The FYE and many otherdevelopmental programmes will aidyou with the tools to become thedistinctive graduate that we hope tomould and form
I encourage you to make the mostof this opportunity and create noboundaries or borders to what youcan achieve I look forward to meetingyou all individually and collectively astogether we ensure that lsquoThis is yourplace to shinerdquo becomes your mantraRemember Rex Nettleford Hall is thehome of the lsquoproud the brave and thestrongrsquo and the administrative teamincluding our resident advisors hallcommittee members and auxillarystaff are determined to make thisyour home away from home I wishyou well
35
MISS DONNA M AE J ACKSON
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MESSAGE FROM THE STUDENT SERVICES
DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
I am happy to welcome the entireFresherrsquos community that isentering the Rex Nettleford Hallfor the rst time this year I vividly
remember my own experience ofwhat was then the University College(UCWI) and the excitement that ranthrough the institution in those earlydays Those of us who were fortunateenough to have been accepted to the
edgling institution met other youngmen and women who had recentlygraduated from high schools acrossthe region and formed friendshipsthat in many cases have lasted overhalf a century
The Hall experience is a veryrewarding one There is alwayssomeone who will give advice bethere to listen when the challenges
seem particularly difcult and offerguidance in situations which for manyof you will be very new For manyUniversity has been the foundationon which onersquos whole life has beenbuilt and they remain grateful forhow it allowed them to develop theexperiences that it provided andthe values that they have embraced
As you start what I am sure will bea wonderful time of your life I urgeyou to move forward with an openmind a readiness to learn and apassion that will help you full allyour goals And you will understandthe fullment that always comes fromservice to others and from sharingyour talents so that you can have the
satisfaction of knowing thatat the end of your time
at the University ofthe West Indies
you can useyour skills tocontribute to theimprovement of
our Caribbeansociety
Have a wonderfultime here
6
Ralston Milton ldquoRexrdquo Nettleford
OM FIJ OCC
3 February 1933 - 2 February 2010
DO
bull Endeavour to keep your surrounding clean and tidybull Observe quiet time from 10pm to 6ambull Observe visiting hours from 8am to 1am
HALL PATRONPROFESSOR REX NETTLEFORD
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Rex Nettleford Hall was rst envisioned when the then Director ofStudent Services and Development Dr Thelora Reynolds took ofcein 1996 She identied as one of the Universityrsquos problems the needfor an affordable housing solution that would satisfy a large number of
students After consulting with Student Services and Development ManagersMr Carlton Lowrie and Mr Peter OrsquoSullivan the group worked in coordinationwith the Executive Director of the National Housing Trust Mr MilvertonReynolds and formulated a plan to add new blocks to Chancellor and TaylorHalls However this idea was soon further revolutionised resulting in the birthof perfection the Rex Nettleford Hall
Located only a short walk from the MonaBowl the hall is nestled comfortably inthe foothills of the famed Blue MountainPeak This location is quiet and serenefar away from the lsquohumdrumrsquo of Campuslife and undoubtedly fosters good studyhabits which are vital for survival atthis University With nine clusters andlarge open spaces the Hall is ideal forcommunity life Rexans proudly boastof a computer lab laundromat state ofthe art multipurpose room and the RedSquare- the hub of all the hallrsquos activities
7
THE ORIGINS OF THE HALL
DO
bull Communicate any concerns you have about security to yourResident Advisor
I t is with great enthusiasm that Iwelcome you to the UWI Family Letme take this opportunity to assureyou that the University of the West
Indies is an intellectual mecca that is
highly regarded as the fore-runnerin the cultivation and stimulation ofknowledge among the Caribbeanpeople and is indeed Your Place toShine It is no secret that you arealready among the regionrsquos brightestand most promising minds but eventhen ldquoto whom much is given muchis expectedrdquo As such the task is onyou to ensure that you undertakeyour academic journey with focus andpurpose
It is important to note that whilethe University of the West Indiesis renowned for providing a worldclass academic experience for all itsstudents I implore you to broadenyour horizons by getting fullyinvolved in the rich lsquoout of classroomrsquo
experience that symbolizes the UWIas a true regional institution It is onlythrough your dedicated involvementin this wide range of extra-curricularactivities that are largely facilitatedby the Guild of Students that youwill truly emerge as well a roundedgraduate who has played your part inpreserving and enhancing the legacyof this noble institution
The lsquoGuildrsquo as it is affectionatelyreferred to is an organization withinthe University structure of which youare a member and whose primarypurpose is to advocate on behalf ofthe student body The Guild Councilon the other hand is a subset of thestudent population who are chargedwith governing all student affairsThe Council takes great pride inundertaking initiatives that cater tothe social economic and academicaffair of each member of the Guild ofStudents
Over the course of the next academicyear it is our intention to stimulategreater student involvement andactivism on the Mona Campusthrough a wide range of activities andinitiatives that will seek to contributeactive solutions to issues that not onlyaffect us as student but also thosethat are faced by people on a nationaland regional level
We look forward to your maximuminvolvement and support over thenext academic year as lsquoTogether wecan make it happenrsquo
Take the time out to get involved inthe wide range of extra-curricularactivities try new things learnnew about culture and build lastingfriendships
Please feel free to give us yoursuggestions and comments as wework assiduously to create a uniedmovement that will champion thecause of student activism
8
T ERRON DEWAR
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MESSAGE FROM THE
GUILD PRESIDENT
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Welcome to the RexNettleford Hall FamilyYou made the right choicein choosing Rex as your
new home This hall is a culturalconversion zone which makes livingon Rex the best hall experienceThis is the only hall which offers amulticultural holistic experiencewhich ensures every Rexan leaves
the University a distinctive graduateRex offers you many avenues ofcreative expression skills training ampleadership opportunities Rex allowsyou to be individuals united in thequest for Rexcellence
I encourage you to be active duringyour time on Rex I dare you to try atleast one sport join one committee orone club or society I promise that youwill be surprised just how talented ampskilled you actually are This is whatRex Nettleford Hall can do for you Allyou need to have in order get the mostfrom hall life is have an open mindwillingness to try or do somethingnew while respecting your environs ampfellow Rexans All while staying trueto the Rex motto ldquoThe Proud TheBrave The Strongrdquo
As Rexans we move together ampnot apart We support each otherin our every endeavor and look outfor each otherrsquos wellbeing Use theRexperience to build a strong networkof friends from every faculty skill-setand nationality These friendshipsmade on Rex will be lasting and willnot only make every Rexan regionallyaware but will open doors to futureconnections
Rex provides a learning experiencewhich fosters growth amp developmentin everyone who steps throughthe top or bottom gates Youlearn to co-exist with other people
regardless of their values beliefs ampdispositions You learn to adapt andbe exible understanding the valueof compromise You learn how tofollow protocol amp things such as how
to cook You will learn things aboutyourself that you didnrsquot even know youcould do Ultimately this hall and yourtime here will help you to nd yourselfand become independent- All whilestaying true to the Rex motto ldquoTheProud The Brave The Strongrdquo
As Hall Chairperson it is my duty toensure that each Rexan is given allof these opportunities I am here toensure that your stay here at RexNettleford Hall is comfortable
Allow me to help you transition intobeing Proud Brave and Strong Your
journey to achieving Rexcellencestarts here
3
L ADY L AURELLE lsquoWalkie Talkiersquo T AYLOR
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MESSAGE FROM THE
HALL CHAIRPERSON
I t is with the greatest pleasure thatI welcome you to the University ofthe West Indies and Rex NettlefordHall your new home I urge you
to consider yourself a part of aprivileged few to be accepted bothat the premier tertiary educationalinstitution in the region and also to beone in the minority offered a place inHall
The Rex Nettleford Hall is anenvironment where your talentswill be cultivated and your holisticdevelopment will be nurtured Livingon Rex will be lled with wonderfulmemories challenging times andself actualization however the familyyou have joined will make everyexperience a pleasurable one I insistyou treasure these experiences anduse your time here wisely
As Rexans we strive for excellenceand live by a code which is to BEPROUD BE BRAVE BE STRONGWe seek to be different with ourinnovative minds and we believethat greatness will be accomplishedthrough education integration andparticipation These ideals have
made Rexans supreme As a Rexanembrace challenge with spiritenthusiasm and the condence torealize your dreams You shouldcontemplate your future and makethe most of the experiences you willgain by living on Rex Nettleford Hall
I am looking forward to a remarkableyear and to see each of you lendyour support to achieve a next yearof supremacy Brace yourself to be apart of REXCELLENCE
10
L ORD CRAIG lsquoP AC-MANrsquo H ITCHMAN
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MESSAGE FROM THE
DEPUTY HALL CHAIRMAN
DO
bull Keep your key and swipe card with you at all timesbull Keep your cluster and at doors closed
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A joyous spirit a heart of love courage fortitude and an unyieldingresolve are the essential qualities of a Rexan Rexans are resolutein fostering the University spirit engendering positive changes andupholding the feeling of camaraderie and pride
A Rexan is culturally aware regionally focused and globally conscious whobelieves that anything can be accomplished through education integrationand participation Rexans acknowledge the struggle of our fore-parents andare committed to keeping their efforts and achievements alive through all ouractivities
Rexans realize that individual nation building will result in the steadfastempowerment of our Caribbean Peoples
Rexans reect in thought and deed an awareness of individualism and adistinct style but above that a great level of tolerance and a strong familybond
A Rexan is not just a university student but lsquoa light shining from the Westrsquo andwill make this university their place to shine Furthermore Rexans vow thatduring their sojourn at this noble hall they will grow through excellence andmake this university the premiere learning institution in the world
ldquoRexans wi move together not apart All arsquo wi a one - who vex loss Nettlefordrumblingrdquo
11
DO NOT
bull Light candles or other open ames in your roombull Smoke inside any of the Hallrsquos buildingbull Remove or relocate any pieces of furniture
WHO IS A REXAN
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With regards to day to dayliving Hall members areexpected to demonstraterespect for relationships
the dignity and worth of the individualprivacy and property the need tosocialize personal and communitysafety and also for the other areas ofhall activity
Members are also expected to
demonstrate the highest standards ofdiscipline dedication efciency anderudition to foster the harmoniousco-existence of the sexes racesages religions and cultures andto disapprove the boorishnessdiscrimination discord divisiondogma doom and dormancy
13
HALLS COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES
We have come from near and far With potential beyond the starsOur talents we have to share
Oh lifersquos challenges we have no fear Because Rexans we want to be
The Proud the Brave the StrongMotto we will adopt all the life longMaroon and Gold run in our veinsFor this Hall we will stand the painBecause Rexans we want to beWith sweat strength and dignity
We will face each challenge happilyNo matter what it takes
Because Rexans we want to be
Blessed be the noble hall A gift to us from Godrsquos strong hand
Wonderful Hall our Fathers built for usMay it always shine from the west
Chorus
Letrsquos rise and shineOh Rexans let rise
This University is our place to shineTogether we will shine
For we are the lightThat rises from the West
Hall of beauty and of fameThe name Rexans to us came
Through our unity and harmony
We will always shine from the West
Dedicated to you the pilgrims the sojourners those who have come to thiskingdom this reverend place to learn to grow to transcend the connes of
your mundane realities and attain a holistic fervour that will take you through
Hall Song Freshersrsquo Pledge
1 Thou shalt be loyal to your GodEmpire and Kingdom and then toyour individual house
2 Thou shalt guard and commandthy intellectual faculties strivingalways after holistic and scholarly
success3 Thou shalt preserve integrity
and respect as vanguards of thymanner for thou art subjects ofthis kingdom and a people ofdiverse prowess
4 Thou shalt surrender thy servicesto the Empire Kingdom andhouse that thy works shall beseen and justly rewarded Thisis fourth commandment withpromise
5 Thou shalt remember thy firstduty as a scholar to the EmpireFor though the prospects aboundwith revelry occasion andopportunity thy days are surelynumbered
6 Thou shalt love thy neighbouras thyself for we are ldquoOut of
Many One Peoplerdquo and sons and
daughters of civility
7 As thy banner hails so shall thyregal raiment always be maroonand gold
8 Wear your maroon and gold whenappropriate
9 Thou shalt preserve thy kingdomand the foundation of thy houseand keep them from ruin andscourges of destruction
10 Thou shalt not be wantonwasteful and foolhardy withresources afforded to you lestthou be deprived of the comfortsof the kingdom
11 Thou shalt strive towardssupreme unity and transparencyin all works
12 Thou shalt honour the hierarchyand the procedures for order andgrievance
13 Thou shalt honour all thecommandments that thy days maybe long and prosperous in thisyour kingdom
FRESHERS LAWS
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Welcome to the University ofthe West Indies and RexNettleford Hall We areglad you have made the
choice of Rex and we look forwardto a productive year We are happyto provide you with state of the artfacilities including our ComputerLab Laundry Off Campus lounge
and living amenities These facilitieshave been provided by the universityfor you to have a comfortable livingenvironment and a home away fromhome I urge you to care for theinfrastructure as they are yours andpreserve them for future generationsof Rexans to come The Facilitiesand Maintenance Ofce is there foryou to help in the event of thosemaintenance issues that will arisefrom time to time EMMERSON JOHNSON
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TanyaDixon
TashiskaDunstan
Eleenor Smith-Rochester
KareemConstantine
Uriel
Davis
Julian
Cox
David
Johnson
WELCOME FROM THE
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
16
MichaelMullings
Chairperson
DonahueMartinTreasurer
SamanthaHaywoodSecretary
ShaniceSimmonds
Admin Assistant
The Secretarial Committee comprisesthe Hall Secretary and Administrative Assistant and all cluster and committeesecretaries Its function includes to ensurethat all minutes motions and resolutionsare immaculately recorded documented
and disseminated at respective levelsWe are the key in the communicationfrom the Hallrsquos administration and Hall
Committee to Rexans
Money matters and at Rex Nettleford Hall this is no differentThe Treasury Committee is the monetary hub that fundsmost of the activities hosted by the hall The committee itselfconsists of all nine cluster treasurers who monitor create andcirculate nancial information on behalf of the Hall CommitteeThis committee stands for accountability and transparencyand spearheads the formulation of novel fund-raising ideas
and budgeting strategies
MatthewTitus
Dep Chairperson
The committee is in charge of highlightingthe concerns of residents about the Hallrsquosenvirons to the administrative body andensures the maintenance of the Hallrsquosinfrastructure The Committee membersdistribute the household necessities tothe various cluster DACrsquos and are alsogenerally responsible for the different
hospitality aspects of Hall activities
SECRETARIAL COMMITTEE
T REASURER
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
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HadiyaHarrisPRO
The Public Relations Committee iskey in the communication betweenthe Hall Committee and Rexans It isfundamental in relaying informationwhile promoting the image of the Hallthrough social media Radio Rex and the
Rex newsletter
PUBLIC R ELATIONS COMMITTEE
317
JervisStonePCC
DavidFray
Residing
GabrielleCurling
Chairperson
PaulaPowlett
Dep Chairperson
The heartbeat of Rex Nettleford Hall iskept pumping by the activities of the CEACthrough the vast collection of events itspear-heads The energy is kept high bythe entertainment offered via fetes socials
and lymes Your experience on Rex Hallwill be rounded as we open doors through
diverse cultural expressions
Headed by the residing and commutingOff Campus Representatives thisCommitteersquos primary objective is to keepthe Off Campus Rexans informed aboutthe activities on Hall as well as work withthe External Affairs Committee to executeprograms designed to show appreciation
to these noteworthy Rexans
CULTURAL AND ENTERTAINMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
COMMUTING R EXAN COMMITTEE
WadeBrown
Commuting
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
18
GarthRichards
Chairperson
KyrieWilliams
Chairperson
DeyontalayBastian
Dep Chairperson
The committee chairpersons coordinateall of the Hallrsquos sporting activities andensures that athletes are preparedequipped and organized for Inter-Hallsporting events The committee seeksinnovative and dedicated minds thatshare a common goal in ensuring RexNettleford Hall attains the title lsquoHall of
Hallsrsquo
Christopher Romain
Dep Chairperson
The External Affairs Committee isdedicated to the development of the hallthrough the development of its membersWe accomplish this through volunteerismthat stems in charity fundraisers andoutreach programs The EAC aims toempower the recipients of our outreach
and also to give Rexans an avenue todevelop and become model citizens of
society
G AMES COMMITTEE
E XTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
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Place Signature Page Here
S i g na t u r e Pa g e
R e x
H a
l l U W I
Rex Nettleford Hall
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
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FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
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DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
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Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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ldquoDo not go where the path may leadgo instead where there is no path andleave a trailrdquo
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
The above quote endorsesmy wish for you as the latestcohort to enter the prestigiousUniversity of the West Indies
and the walls of the dynamic andcultural mecca named Rex NettlefordHall I am delighted and excited towelcome you to this Hall as youendeavor to create your own trail Ahall of residence is more than a placeto live it is also a thriving and livelycentre of learning Do everything toensure you have a rich and culturallyfullling experience while notcompromising your academic goalsThe many programmes and activitiesfrom the hall and university are gearedtowards your holistic development
Consider that you are among a veryprivileged few of the population thatwill access higher education Do nottake this for granted instead ensurethat you hone and develop skills and
competencies that will engendera greater Caribbean community inareas of intellectual advancement andpersonally as you develop emotionalintelligence As a Rexan much isexpected of you and as you articulateyour own goals and objectives andpursue them in a climate gearedtowards positive values and attitudesmy sincere wish is that you will leavehere better and richer than when youcame
For you as a Fist Year Student we themanagement and staff are mindful ofthe adjustments that are required inevery sphere of your life It is with thatin mind that we have developed the
First Year Experience Programme toaid your transition into this phase ofyour life The FYE and many otherdevelopmental programmes will aidyou with the tools to become thedistinctive graduate that we hope tomould and form
I encourage you to make the mostof this opportunity and create noboundaries or borders to what youcan achieve I look forward to meetingyou all individually and collectively astogether we ensure that lsquoThis is yourplace to shinerdquo becomes your mantraRemember Rex Nettleford Hall is thehome of the lsquoproud the brave and thestrongrsquo and the administrative teamincluding our resident advisors hallcommittee members and auxillarystaff are determined to make thisyour home away from home I wishyou well
35
MISS DONNA M AE J ACKSON
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MESSAGE FROM THE STUDENT SERVICES
DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
I am happy to welcome the entireFresherrsquos community that isentering the Rex Nettleford Hallfor the rst time this year I vividly
remember my own experience ofwhat was then the University College(UCWI) and the excitement that ranthrough the institution in those earlydays Those of us who were fortunateenough to have been accepted to the
edgling institution met other youngmen and women who had recentlygraduated from high schools acrossthe region and formed friendshipsthat in many cases have lasted overhalf a century
The Hall experience is a veryrewarding one There is alwayssomeone who will give advice bethere to listen when the challenges
seem particularly difcult and offerguidance in situations which for manyof you will be very new For manyUniversity has been the foundationon which onersquos whole life has beenbuilt and they remain grateful forhow it allowed them to develop theexperiences that it provided andthe values that they have embraced
As you start what I am sure will bea wonderful time of your life I urgeyou to move forward with an openmind a readiness to learn and apassion that will help you full allyour goals And you will understandthe fullment that always comes fromservice to others and from sharingyour talents so that you can have the
satisfaction of knowing thatat the end of your time
at the University ofthe West Indies
you can useyour skills tocontribute to theimprovement of
our Caribbeansociety
Have a wonderfultime here
6
Ralston Milton ldquoRexrdquo Nettleford
OM FIJ OCC
3 February 1933 - 2 February 2010
DO
bull Endeavour to keep your surrounding clean and tidybull Observe quiet time from 10pm to 6ambull Observe visiting hours from 8am to 1am
HALL PATRONPROFESSOR REX NETTLEFORD
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Rex Nettleford Hall was rst envisioned when the then Director ofStudent Services and Development Dr Thelora Reynolds took ofcein 1996 She identied as one of the Universityrsquos problems the needfor an affordable housing solution that would satisfy a large number of
students After consulting with Student Services and Development ManagersMr Carlton Lowrie and Mr Peter OrsquoSullivan the group worked in coordinationwith the Executive Director of the National Housing Trust Mr MilvertonReynolds and formulated a plan to add new blocks to Chancellor and TaylorHalls However this idea was soon further revolutionised resulting in the birthof perfection the Rex Nettleford Hall
Located only a short walk from the MonaBowl the hall is nestled comfortably inthe foothills of the famed Blue MountainPeak This location is quiet and serenefar away from the lsquohumdrumrsquo of Campuslife and undoubtedly fosters good studyhabits which are vital for survival atthis University With nine clusters andlarge open spaces the Hall is ideal forcommunity life Rexans proudly boastof a computer lab laundromat state ofthe art multipurpose room and the RedSquare- the hub of all the hallrsquos activities
7
THE ORIGINS OF THE HALL
DO
bull Communicate any concerns you have about security to yourResident Advisor
I t is with great enthusiasm that Iwelcome you to the UWI Family Letme take this opportunity to assureyou that the University of the West
Indies is an intellectual mecca that is
highly regarded as the fore-runnerin the cultivation and stimulation ofknowledge among the Caribbeanpeople and is indeed Your Place toShine It is no secret that you arealready among the regionrsquos brightestand most promising minds but eventhen ldquoto whom much is given muchis expectedrdquo As such the task is onyou to ensure that you undertakeyour academic journey with focus andpurpose
It is important to note that whilethe University of the West Indiesis renowned for providing a worldclass academic experience for all itsstudents I implore you to broadenyour horizons by getting fullyinvolved in the rich lsquoout of classroomrsquo
experience that symbolizes the UWIas a true regional institution It is onlythrough your dedicated involvementin this wide range of extra-curricularactivities that are largely facilitatedby the Guild of Students that youwill truly emerge as well a roundedgraduate who has played your part inpreserving and enhancing the legacyof this noble institution
The lsquoGuildrsquo as it is affectionatelyreferred to is an organization withinthe University structure of which youare a member and whose primarypurpose is to advocate on behalf ofthe student body The Guild Councilon the other hand is a subset of thestudent population who are chargedwith governing all student affairsThe Council takes great pride inundertaking initiatives that cater tothe social economic and academicaffair of each member of the Guild ofStudents
Over the course of the next academicyear it is our intention to stimulategreater student involvement andactivism on the Mona Campusthrough a wide range of activities andinitiatives that will seek to contributeactive solutions to issues that not onlyaffect us as student but also thosethat are faced by people on a nationaland regional level
We look forward to your maximuminvolvement and support over thenext academic year as lsquoTogether wecan make it happenrsquo
Take the time out to get involved inthe wide range of extra-curricularactivities try new things learnnew about culture and build lastingfriendships
Please feel free to give us yoursuggestions and comments as wework assiduously to create a uniedmovement that will champion thecause of student activism
8
T ERRON DEWAR
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MESSAGE FROM THE
GUILD PRESIDENT
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Welcome to the RexNettleford Hall FamilyYou made the right choicein choosing Rex as your
new home This hall is a culturalconversion zone which makes livingon Rex the best hall experienceThis is the only hall which offers amulticultural holistic experiencewhich ensures every Rexan leaves
the University a distinctive graduateRex offers you many avenues ofcreative expression skills training ampleadership opportunities Rex allowsyou to be individuals united in thequest for Rexcellence
I encourage you to be active duringyour time on Rex I dare you to try atleast one sport join one committee orone club or society I promise that youwill be surprised just how talented ampskilled you actually are This is whatRex Nettleford Hall can do for you Allyou need to have in order get the mostfrom hall life is have an open mindwillingness to try or do somethingnew while respecting your environs ampfellow Rexans All while staying trueto the Rex motto ldquoThe Proud TheBrave The Strongrdquo
As Rexans we move together ampnot apart We support each otherin our every endeavor and look outfor each otherrsquos wellbeing Use theRexperience to build a strong networkof friends from every faculty skill-setand nationality These friendshipsmade on Rex will be lasting and willnot only make every Rexan regionallyaware but will open doors to futureconnections
Rex provides a learning experiencewhich fosters growth amp developmentin everyone who steps throughthe top or bottom gates Youlearn to co-exist with other people
regardless of their values beliefs ampdispositions You learn to adapt andbe exible understanding the valueof compromise You learn how tofollow protocol amp things such as how
to cook You will learn things aboutyourself that you didnrsquot even know youcould do Ultimately this hall and yourtime here will help you to nd yourselfand become independent- All whilestaying true to the Rex motto ldquoTheProud The Brave The Strongrdquo
As Hall Chairperson it is my duty toensure that each Rexan is given allof these opportunities I am here toensure that your stay here at RexNettleford Hall is comfortable
Allow me to help you transition intobeing Proud Brave and Strong Your
journey to achieving Rexcellencestarts here
3
L ADY L AURELLE lsquoWalkie Talkiersquo T AYLOR
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MESSAGE FROM THE
HALL CHAIRPERSON
I t is with the greatest pleasure thatI welcome you to the University ofthe West Indies and Rex NettlefordHall your new home I urge you
to consider yourself a part of aprivileged few to be accepted bothat the premier tertiary educationalinstitution in the region and also to beone in the minority offered a place inHall
The Rex Nettleford Hall is anenvironment where your talentswill be cultivated and your holisticdevelopment will be nurtured Livingon Rex will be lled with wonderfulmemories challenging times andself actualization however the familyyou have joined will make everyexperience a pleasurable one I insistyou treasure these experiences anduse your time here wisely
As Rexans we strive for excellenceand live by a code which is to BEPROUD BE BRAVE BE STRONGWe seek to be different with ourinnovative minds and we believethat greatness will be accomplishedthrough education integration andparticipation These ideals have
made Rexans supreme As a Rexanembrace challenge with spiritenthusiasm and the condence torealize your dreams You shouldcontemplate your future and makethe most of the experiences you willgain by living on Rex Nettleford Hall
I am looking forward to a remarkableyear and to see each of you lendyour support to achieve a next yearof supremacy Brace yourself to be apart of REXCELLENCE
10
L ORD CRAIG lsquoP AC-MANrsquo H ITCHMAN
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MESSAGE FROM THE
DEPUTY HALL CHAIRMAN
DO
bull Keep your key and swipe card with you at all timesbull Keep your cluster and at doors closed
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A joyous spirit a heart of love courage fortitude and an unyieldingresolve are the essential qualities of a Rexan Rexans are resolutein fostering the University spirit engendering positive changes andupholding the feeling of camaraderie and pride
A Rexan is culturally aware regionally focused and globally conscious whobelieves that anything can be accomplished through education integrationand participation Rexans acknowledge the struggle of our fore-parents andare committed to keeping their efforts and achievements alive through all ouractivities
Rexans realize that individual nation building will result in the steadfastempowerment of our Caribbean Peoples
Rexans reect in thought and deed an awareness of individualism and adistinct style but above that a great level of tolerance and a strong familybond
A Rexan is not just a university student but lsquoa light shining from the Westrsquo andwill make this university their place to shine Furthermore Rexans vow thatduring their sojourn at this noble hall they will grow through excellence andmake this university the premiere learning institution in the world
ldquoRexans wi move together not apart All arsquo wi a one - who vex loss Nettlefordrumblingrdquo
11
DO NOT
bull Light candles or other open ames in your roombull Smoke inside any of the Hallrsquos buildingbull Remove or relocate any pieces of furniture
WHO IS A REXAN
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With regards to day to dayliving Hall members areexpected to demonstraterespect for relationships
the dignity and worth of the individualprivacy and property the need tosocialize personal and communitysafety and also for the other areas ofhall activity
Members are also expected to
demonstrate the highest standards ofdiscipline dedication efciency anderudition to foster the harmoniousco-existence of the sexes racesages religions and cultures andto disapprove the boorishnessdiscrimination discord divisiondogma doom and dormancy
13
HALLS COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES
We have come from near and far With potential beyond the starsOur talents we have to share
Oh lifersquos challenges we have no fear Because Rexans we want to be
The Proud the Brave the StrongMotto we will adopt all the life longMaroon and Gold run in our veinsFor this Hall we will stand the painBecause Rexans we want to beWith sweat strength and dignity
We will face each challenge happilyNo matter what it takes
Because Rexans we want to be
Blessed be the noble hall A gift to us from Godrsquos strong hand
Wonderful Hall our Fathers built for usMay it always shine from the west
Chorus
Letrsquos rise and shineOh Rexans let rise
This University is our place to shineTogether we will shine
For we are the lightThat rises from the West
Hall of beauty and of fameThe name Rexans to us came
Through our unity and harmony
We will always shine from the West
Dedicated to you the pilgrims the sojourners those who have come to thiskingdom this reverend place to learn to grow to transcend the connes of
your mundane realities and attain a holistic fervour that will take you through
Hall Song Freshersrsquo Pledge
1 Thou shalt be loyal to your GodEmpire and Kingdom and then toyour individual house
2 Thou shalt guard and commandthy intellectual faculties strivingalways after holistic and scholarly
success3 Thou shalt preserve integrity
and respect as vanguards of thymanner for thou art subjects ofthis kingdom and a people ofdiverse prowess
4 Thou shalt surrender thy servicesto the Empire Kingdom andhouse that thy works shall beseen and justly rewarded Thisis fourth commandment withpromise
5 Thou shalt remember thy firstduty as a scholar to the EmpireFor though the prospects aboundwith revelry occasion andopportunity thy days are surelynumbered
6 Thou shalt love thy neighbouras thyself for we are ldquoOut of
Many One Peoplerdquo and sons and
daughters of civility
7 As thy banner hails so shall thyregal raiment always be maroonand gold
8 Wear your maroon and gold whenappropriate
9 Thou shalt preserve thy kingdomand the foundation of thy houseand keep them from ruin andscourges of destruction
10 Thou shalt not be wantonwasteful and foolhardy withresources afforded to you lestthou be deprived of the comfortsof the kingdom
11 Thou shalt strive towardssupreme unity and transparencyin all works
12 Thou shalt honour the hierarchyand the procedures for order andgrievance
13 Thou shalt honour all thecommandments that thy days maybe long and prosperous in thisyour kingdom
FRESHERS LAWS
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Welcome to the University ofthe West Indies and RexNettleford Hall We areglad you have made the
choice of Rex and we look forwardto a productive year We are happyto provide you with state of the artfacilities including our ComputerLab Laundry Off Campus lounge
and living amenities These facilitieshave been provided by the universityfor you to have a comfortable livingenvironment and a home away fromhome I urge you to care for theinfrastructure as they are yours andpreserve them for future generationsof Rexans to come The Facilitiesand Maintenance Ofce is there foryou to help in the event of thosemaintenance issues that will arisefrom time to time EMMERSON JOHNSON
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TanyaDixon
TashiskaDunstan
Eleenor Smith-Rochester
KareemConstantine
Uriel
Davis
Julian
Cox
David
Johnson
WELCOME FROM THE
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
16
MichaelMullings
Chairperson
DonahueMartinTreasurer
SamanthaHaywoodSecretary
ShaniceSimmonds
Admin Assistant
The Secretarial Committee comprisesthe Hall Secretary and Administrative Assistant and all cluster and committeesecretaries Its function includes to ensurethat all minutes motions and resolutionsare immaculately recorded documented
and disseminated at respective levelsWe are the key in the communicationfrom the Hallrsquos administration and Hall
Committee to Rexans
Money matters and at Rex Nettleford Hall this is no differentThe Treasury Committee is the monetary hub that fundsmost of the activities hosted by the hall The committee itselfconsists of all nine cluster treasurers who monitor create andcirculate nancial information on behalf of the Hall CommitteeThis committee stands for accountability and transparencyand spearheads the formulation of novel fund-raising ideas
and budgeting strategies
MatthewTitus
Dep Chairperson
The committee is in charge of highlightingthe concerns of residents about the Hallrsquosenvirons to the administrative body andensures the maintenance of the Hallrsquosinfrastructure The Committee membersdistribute the household necessities tothe various cluster DACrsquos and are alsogenerally responsible for the different
hospitality aspects of Hall activities
SECRETARIAL COMMITTEE
T REASURER
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
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HadiyaHarrisPRO
The Public Relations Committee iskey in the communication betweenthe Hall Committee and Rexans It isfundamental in relaying informationwhile promoting the image of the Hallthrough social media Radio Rex and the
Rex newsletter
PUBLIC R ELATIONS COMMITTEE
317
JervisStonePCC
DavidFray
Residing
GabrielleCurling
Chairperson
PaulaPowlett
Dep Chairperson
The heartbeat of Rex Nettleford Hall iskept pumping by the activities of the CEACthrough the vast collection of events itspear-heads The energy is kept high bythe entertainment offered via fetes socials
and lymes Your experience on Rex Hallwill be rounded as we open doors through
diverse cultural expressions
Headed by the residing and commutingOff Campus Representatives thisCommitteersquos primary objective is to keepthe Off Campus Rexans informed aboutthe activities on Hall as well as work withthe External Affairs Committee to executeprograms designed to show appreciation
to these noteworthy Rexans
CULTURAL AND ENTERTAINMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
COMMUTING R EXAN COMMITTEE
WadeBrown
Commuting
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
18
GarthRichards
Chairperson
KyrieWilliams
Chairperson
DeyontalayBastian
Dep Chairperson
The committee chairpersons coordinateall of the Hallrsquos sporting activities andensures that athletes are preparedequipped and organized for Inter-Hallsporting events The committee seeksinnovative and dedicated minds thatshare a common goal in ensuring RexNettleford Hall attains the title lsquoHall of
Hallsrsquo
Christopher Romain
Dep Chairperson
The External Affairs Committee isdedicated to the development of the hallthrough the development of its membersWe accomplish this through volunteerismthat stems in charity fundraisers andoutreach programs The EAC aims toempower the recipients of our outreach
and also to give Rexans an avenue todevelop and become model citizens of
society
G AMES COMMITTEE
E XTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
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Place Signature Page Here
S i g na t u r e Pa g e
R e x
H a
l l U W I
Rex Nettleford Hall
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
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FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
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DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
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Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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Rex Nettleford Hall was rst envisioned when the then Director ofStudent Services and Development Dr Thelora Reynolds took ofcein 1996 She identied as one of the Universityrsquos problems the needfor an affordable housing solution that would satisfy a large number of
students After consulting with Student Services and Development ManagersMr Carlton Lowrie and Mr Peter OrsquoSullivan the group worked in coordinationwith the Executive Director of the National Housing Trust Mr MilvertonReynolds and formulated a plan to add new blocks to Chancellor and TaylorHalls However this idea was soon further revolutionised resulting in the birthof perfection the Rex Nettleford Hall
Located only a short walk from the MonaBowl the hall is nestled comfortably inthe foothills of the famed Blue MountainPeak This location is quiet and serenefar away from the lsquohumdrumrsquo of Campuslife and undoubtedly fosters good studyhabits which are vital for survival atthis University With nine clusters andlarge open spaces the Hall is ideal forcommunity life Rexans proudly boastof a computer lab laundromat state ofthe art multipurpose room and the RedSquare- the hub of all the hallrsquos activities
7
THE ORIGINS OF THE HALL
DO
bull Communicate any concerns you have about security to yourResident Advisor
I t is with great enthusiasm that Iwelcome you to the UWI Family Letme take this opportunity to assureyou that the University of the West
Indies is an intellectual mecca that is
highly regarded as the fore-runnerin the cultivation and stimulation ofknowledge among the Caribbeanpeople and is indeed Your Place toShine It is no secret that you arealready among the regionrsquos brightestand most promising minds but eventhen ldquoto whom much is given muchis expectedrdquo As such the task is onyou to ensure that you undertakeyour academic journey with focus andpurpose
It is important to note that whilethe University of the West Indiesis renowned for providing a worldclass academic experience for all itsstudents I implore you to broadenyour horizons by getting fullyinvolved in the rich lsquoout of classroomrsquo
experience that symbolizes the UWIas a true regional institution It is onlythrough your dedicated involvementin this wide range of extra-curricularactivities that are largely facilitatedby the Guild of Students that youwill truly emerge as well a roundedgraduate who has played your part inpreserving and enhancing the legacyof this noble institution
The lsquoGuildrsquo as it is affectionatelyreferred to is an organization withinthe University structure of which youare a member and whose primarypurpose is to advocate on behalf ofthe student body The Guild Councilon the other hand is a subset of thestudent population who are chargedwith governing all student affairsThe Council takes great pride inundertaking initiatives that cater tothe social economic and academicaffair of each member of the Guild ofStudents
Over the course of the next academicyear it is our intention to stimulategreater student involvement andactivism on the Mona Campusthrough a wide range of activities andinitiatives that will seek to contributeactive solutions to issues that not onlyaffect us as student but also thosethat are faced by people on a nationaland regional level
We look forward to your maximuminvolvement and support over thenext academic year as lsquoTogether wecan make it happenrsquo
Take the time out to get involved inthe wide range of extra-curricularactivities try new things learnnew about culture and build lastingfriendships
Please feel free to give us yoursuggestions and comments as wework assiduously to create a uniedmovement that will champion thecause of student activism
8
T ERRON DEWAR
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MESSAGE FROM THE
GUILD PRESIDENT
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Welcome to the RexNettleford Hall FamilyYou made the right choicein choosing Rex as your
new home This hall is a culturalconversion zone which makes livingon Rex the best hall experienceThis is the only hall which offers amulticultural holistic experiencewhich ensures every Rexan leaves
the University a distinctive graduateRex offers you many avenues ofcreative expression skills training ampleadership opportunities Rex allowsyou to be individuals united in thequest for Rexcellence
I encourage you to be active duringyour time on Rex I dare you to try atleast one sport join one committee orone club or society I promise that youwill be surprised just how talented ampskilled you actually are This is whatRex Nettleford Hall can do for you Allyou need to have in order get the mostfrom hall life is have an open mindwillingness to try or do somethingnew while respecting your environs ampfellow Rexans All while staying trueto the Rex motto ldquoThe Proud TheBrave The Strongrdquo
As Rexans we move together ampnot apart We support each otherin our every endeavor and look outfor each otherrsquos wellbeing Use theRexperience to build a strong networkof friends from every faculty skill-setand nationality These friendshipsmade on Rex will be lasting and willnot only make every Rexan regionallyaware but will open doors to futureconnections
Rex provides a learning experiencewhich fosters growth amp developmentin everyone who steps throughthe top or bottom gates Youlearn to co-exist with other people
regardless of their values beliefs ampdispositions You learn to adapt andbe exible understanding the valueof compromise You learn how tofollow protocol amp things such as how
to cook You will learn things aboutyourself that you didnrsquot even know youcould do Ultimately this hall and yourtime here will help you to nd yourselfand become independent- All whilestaying true to the Rex motto ldquoTheProud The Brave The Strongrdquo
As Hall Chairperson it is my duty toensure that each Rexan is given allof these opportunities I am here toensure that your stay here at RexNettleford Hall is comfortable
Allow me to help you transition intobeing Proud Brave and Strong Your
journey to achieving Rexcellencestarts here
3
L ADY L AURELLE lsquoWalkie Talkiersquo T AYLOR
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MESSAGE FROM THE
HALL CHAIRPERSON
I t is with the greatest pleasure thatI welcome you to the University ofthe West Indies and Rex NettlefordHall your new home I urge you
to consider yourself a part of aprivileged few to be accepted bothat the premier tertiary educationalinstitution in the region and also to beone in the minority offered a place inHall
The Rex Nettleford Hall is anenvironment where your talentswill be cultivated and your holisticdevelopment will be nurtured Livingon Rex will be lled with wonderfulmemories challenging times andself actualization however the familyyou have joined will make everyexperience a pleasurable one I insistyou treasure these experiences anduse your time here wisely
As Rexans we strive for excellenceand live by a code which is to BEPROUD BE BRAVE BE STRONGWe seek to be different with ourinnovative minds and we believethat greatness will be accomplishedthrough education integration andparticipation These ideals have
made Rexans supreme As a Rexanembrace challenge with spiritenthusiasm and the condence torealize your dreams You shouldcontemplate your future and makethe most of the experiences you willgain by living on Rex Nettleford Hall
I am looking forward to a remarkableyear and to see each of you lendyour support to achieve a next yearof supremacy Brace yourself to be apart of REXCELLENCE
10
L ORD CRAIG lsquoP AC-MANrsquo H ITCHMAN
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MESSAGE FROM THE
DEPUTY HALL CHAIRMAN
DO
bull Keep your key and swipe card with you at all timesbull Keep your cluster and at doors closed
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A joyous spirit a heart of love courage fortitude and an unyieldingresolve are the essential qualities of a Rexan Rexans are resolutein fostering the University spirit engendering positive changes andupholding the feeling of camaraderie and pride
A Rexan is culturally aware regionally focused and globally conscious whobelieves that anything can be accomplished through education integrationand participation Rexans acknowledge the struggle of our fore-parents andare committed to keeping their efforts and achievements alive through all ouractivities
Rexans realize that individual nation building will result in the steadfastempowerment of our Caribbean Peoples
Rexans reect in thought and deed an awareness of individualism and adistinct style but above that a great level of tolerance and a strong familybond
A Rexan is not just a university student but lsquoa light shining from the Westrsquo andwill make this university their place to shine Furthermore Rexans vow thatduring their sojourn at this noble hall they will grow through excellence andmake this university the premiere learning institution in the world
ldquoRexans wi move together not apart All arsquo wi a one - who vex loss Nettlefordrumblingrdquo
11
DO NOT
bull Light candles or other open ames in your roombull Smoke inside any of the Hallrsquos buildingbull Remove or relocate any pieces of furniture
WHO IS A REXAN
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With regards to day to dayliving Hall members areexpected to demonstraterespect for relationships
the dignity and worth of the individualprivacy and property the need tosocialize personal and communitysafety and also for the other areas ofhall activity
Members are also expected to
demonstrate the highest standards ofdiscipline dedication efciency anderudition to foster the harmoniousco-existence of the sexes racesages religions and cultures andto disapprove the boorishnessdiscrimination discord divisiondogma doom and dormancy
13
HALLS COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES
We have come from near and far With potential beyond the starsOur talents we have to share
Oh lifersquos challenges we have no fear Because Rexans we want to be
The Proud the Brave the StrongMotto we will adopt all the life longMaroon and Gold run in our veinsFor this Hall we will stand the painBecause Rexans we want to beWith sweat strength and dignity
We will face each challenge happilyNo matter what it takes
Because Rexans we want to be
Blessed be the noble hall A gift to us from Godrsquos strong hand
Wonderful Hall our Fathers built for usMay it always shine from the west
Chorus
Letrsquos rise and shineOh Rexans let rise
This University is our place to shineTogether we will shine
For we are the lightThat rises from the West
Hall of beauty and of fameThe name Rexans to us came
Through our unity and harmony
We will always shine from the West
Dedicated to you the pilgrims the sojourners those who have come to thiskingdom this reverend place to learn to grow to transcend the connes of
your mundane realities and attain a holistic fervour that will take you through
Hall Song Freshersrsquo Pledge
1 Thou shalt be loyal to your GodEmpire and Kingdom and then toyour individual house
2 Thou shalt guard and commandthy intellectual faculties strivingalways after holistic and scholarly
success3 Thou shalt preserve integrity
and respect as vanguards of thymanner for thou art subjects ofthis kingdom and a people ofdiverse prowess
4 Thou shalt surrender thy servicesto the Empire Kingdom andhouse that thy works shall beseen and justly rewarded Thisis fourth commandment withpromise
5 Thou shalt remember thy firstduty as a scholar to the EmpireFor though the prospects aboundwith revelry occasion andopportunity thy days are surelynumbered
6 Thou shalt love thy neighbouras thyself for we are ldquoOut of
Many One Peoplerdquo and sons and
daughters of civility
7 As thy banner hails so shall thyregal raiment always be maroonand gold
8 Wear your maroon and gold whenappropriate
9 Thou shalt preserve thy kingdomand the foundation of thy houseand keep them from ruin andscourges of destruction
10 Thou shalt not be wantonwasteful and foolhardy withresources afforded to you lestthou be deprived of the comfortsof the kingdom
11 Thou shalt strive towardssupreme unity and transparencyin all works
12 Thou shalt honour the hierarchyand the procedures for order andgrievance
13 Thou shalt honour all thecommandments that thy days maybe long and prosperous in thisyour kingdom
FRESHERS LAWS
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Welcome to the University ofthe West Indies and RexNettleford Hall We areglad you have made the
choice of Rex and we look forwardto a productive year We are happyto provide you with state of the artfacilities including our ComputerLab Laundry Off Campus lounge
and living amenities These facilitieshave been provided by the universityfor you to have a comfortable livingenvironment and a home away fromhome I urge you to care for theinfrastructure as they are yours andpreserve them for future generationsof Rexans to come The Facilitiesand Maintenance Ofce is there foryou to help in the event of thosemaintenance issues that will arisefrom time to time EMMERSON JOHNSON
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TanyaDixon
TashiskaDunstan
Eleenor Smith-Rochester
KareemConstantine
Uriel
Davis
Julian
Cox
David
Johnson
WELCOME FROM THE
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
16
MichaelMullings
Chairperson
DonahueMartinTreasurer
SamanthaHaywoodSecretary
ShaniceSimmonds
Admin Assistant
The Secretarial Committee comprisesthe Hall Secretary and Administrative Assistant and all cluster and committeesecretaries Its function includes to ensurethat all minutes motions and resolutionsare immaculately recorded documented
and disseminated at respective levelsWe are the key in the communicationfrom the Hallrsquos administration and Hall
Committee to Rexans
Money matters and at Rex Nettleford Hall this is no differentThe Treasury Committee is the monetary hub that fundsmost of the activities hosted by the hall The committee itselfconsists of all nine cluster treasurers who monitor create andcirculate nancial information on behalf of the Hall CommitteeThis committee stands for accountability and transparencyand spearheads the formulation of novel fund-raising ideas
and budgeting strategies
MatthewTitus
Dep Chairperson
The committee is in charge of highlightingthe concerns of residents about the Hallrsquosenvirons to the administrative body andensures the maintenance of the Hallrsquosinfrastructure The Committee membersdistribute the household necessities tothe various cluster DACrsquos and are alsogenerally responsible for the different
hospitality aspects of Hall activities
SECRETARIAL COMMITTEE
T REASURER
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
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HadiyaHarrisPRO
The Public Relations Committee iskey in the communication betweenthe Hall Committee and Rexans It isfundamental in relaying informationwhile promoting the image of the Hallthrough social media Radio Rex and the
Rex newsletter
PUBLIC R ELATIONS COMMITTEE
317
JervisStonePCC
DavidFray
Residing
GabrielleCurling
Chairperson
PaulaPowlett
Dep Chairperson
The heartbeat of Rex Nettleford Hall iskept pumping by the activities of the CEACthrough the vast collection of events itspear-heads The energy is kept high bythe entertainment offered via fetes socials
and lymes Your experience on Rex Hallwill be rounded as we open doors through
diverse cultural expressions
Headed by the residing and commutingOff Campus Representatives thisCommitteersquos primary objective is to keepthe Off Campus Rexans informed aboutthe activities on Hall as well as work withthe External Affairs Committee to executeprograms designed to show appreciation
to these noteworthy Rexans
CULTURAL AND ENTERTAINMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
COMMUTING R EXAN COMMITTEE
WadeBrown
Commuting
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
18
GarthRichards
Chairperson
KyrieWilliams
Chairperson
DeyontalayBastian
Dep Chairperson
The committee chairpersons coordinateall of the Hallrsquos sporting activities andensures that athletes are preparedequipped and organized for Inter-Hallsporting events The committee seeksinnovative and dedicated minds thatshare a common goal in ensuring RexNettleford Hall attains the title lsquoHall of
Hallsrsquo
Christopher Romain
Dep Chairperson
The External Affairs Committee isdedicated to the development of the hallthrough the development of its membersWe accomplish this through volunteerismthat stems in charity fundraisers andoutreach programs The EAC aims toempower the recipients of our outreach
and also to give Rexans an avenue todevelop and become model citizens of
society
G AMES COMMITTEE
E XTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
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Place Signature Page Here
S i g na t u r e Pa g e
R e x
H a
l l U W I
Rex Nettleford Hall
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
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FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
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DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
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The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
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Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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Welcome to the RexNettleford Hall FamilyYou made the right choicein choosing Rex as your
new home This hall is a culturalconversion zone which makes livingon Rex the best hall experienceThis is the only hall which offers amulticultural holistic experiencewhich ensures every Rexan leaves
the University a distinctive graduateRex offers you many avenues ofcreative expression skills training ampleadership opportunities Rex allowsyou to be individuals united in thequest for Rexcellence
I encourage you to be active duringyour time on Rex I dare you to try atleast one sport join one committee orone club or society I promise that youwill be surprised just how talented ampskilled you actually are This is whatRex Nettleford Hall can do for you Allyou need to have in order get the mostfrom hall life is have an open mindwillingness to try or do somethingnew while respecting your environs ampfellow Rexans All while staying trueto the Rex motto ldquoThe Proud TheBrave The Strongrdquo
As Rexans we move together ampnot apart We support each otherin our every endeavor and look outfor each otherrsquos wellbeing Use theRexperience to build a strong networkof friends from every faculty skill-setand nationality These friendshipsmade on Rex will be lasting and willnot only make every Rexan regionallyaware but will open doors to futureconnections
Rex provides a learning experiencewhich fosters growth amp developmentin everyone who steps throughthe top or bottom gates Youlearn to co-exist with other people
regardless of their values beliefs ampdispositions You learn to adapt andbe exible understanding the valueof compromise You learn how tofollow protocol amp things such as how
to cook You will learn things aboutyourself that you didnrsquot even know youcould do Ultimately this hall and yourtime here will help you to nd yourselfand become independent- All whilestaying true to the Rex motto ldquoTheProud The Brave The Strongrdquo
As Hall Chairperson it is my duty toensure that each Rexan is given allof these opportunities I am here toensure that your stay here at RexNettleford Hall is comfortable
Allow me to help you transition intobeing Proud Brave and Strong Your
journey to achieving Rexcellencestarts here
3
L ADY L AURELLE lsquoWalkie Talkiersquo T AYLOR
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MESSAGE FROM THE
HALL CHAIRPERSON
I t is with the greatest pleasure thatI welcome you to the University ofthe West Indies and Rex NettlefordHall your new home I urge you
to consider yourself a part of aprivileged few to be accepted bothat the premier tertiary educationalinstitution in the region and also to beone in the minority offered a place inHall
The Rex Nettleford Hall is anenvironment where your talentswill be cultivated and your holisticdevelopment will be nurtured Livingon Rex will be lled with wonderfulmemories challenging times andself actualization however the familyyou have joined will make everyexperience a pleasurable one I insistyou treasure these experiences anduse your time here wisely
As Rexans we strive for excellenceand live by a code which is to BEPROUD BE BRAVE BE STRONGWe seek to be different with ourinnovative minds and we believethat greatness will be accomplishedthrough education integration andparticipation These ideals have
made Rexans supreme As a Rexanembrace challenge with spiritenthusiasm and the condence torealize your dreams You shouldcontemplate your future and makethe most of the experiences you willgain by living on Rex Nettleford Hall
I am looking forward to a remarkableyear and to see each of you lendyour support to achieve a next yearof supremacy Brace yourself to be apart of REXCELLENCE
10
L ORD CRAIG lsquoP AC-MANrsquo H ITCHMAN
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MESSAGE FROM THE
DEPUTY HALL CHAIRMAN
DO
bull Keep your key and swipe card with you at all timesbull Keep your cluster and at doors closed
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A joyous spirit a heart of love courage fortitude and an unyieldingresolve are the essential qualities of a Rexan Rexans are resolutein fostering the University spirit engendering positive changes andupholding the feeling of camaraderie and pride
A Rexan is culturally aware regionally focused and globally conscious whobelieves that anything can be accomplished through education integrationand participation Rexans acknowledge the struggle of our fore-parents andare committed to keeping their efforts and achievements alive through all ouractivities
Rexans realize that individual nation building will result in the steadfastempowerment of our Caribbean Peoples
Rexans reect in thought and deed an awareness of individualism and adistinct style but above that a great level of tolerance and a strong familybond
A Rexan is not just a university student but lsquoa light shining from the Westrsquo andwill make this university their place to shine Furthermore Rexans vow thatduring their sojourn at this noble hall they will grow through excellence andmake this university the premiere learning institution in the world
ldquoRexans wi move together not apart All arsquo wi a one - who vex loss Nettlefordrumblingrdquo
11
DO NOT
bull Light candles or other open ames in your roombull Smoke inside any of the Hallrsquos buildingbull Remove or relocate any pieces of furniture
WHO IS A REXAN
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With regards to day to dayliving Hall members areexpected to demonstraterespect for relationships
the dignity and worth of the individualprivacy and property the need tosocialize personal and communitysafety and also for the other areas ofhall activity
Members are also expected to
demonstrate the highest standards ofdiscipline dedication efciency anderudition to foster the harmoniousco-existence of the sexes racesages religions and cultures andto disapprove the boorishnessdiscrimination discord divisiondogma doom and dormancy
13
HALLS COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES
We have come from near and far With potential beyond the starsOur talents we have to share
Oh lifersquos challenges we have no fear Because Rexans we want to be
The Proud the Brave the StrongMotto we will adopt all the life longMaroon and Gold run in our veinsFor this Hall we will stand the painBecause Rexans we want to beWith sweat strength and dignity
We will face each challenge happilyNo matter what it takes
Because Rexans we want to be
Blessed be the noble hall A gift to us from Godrsquos strong hand
Wonderful Hall our Fathers built for usMay it always shine from the west
Chorus
Letrsquos rise and shineOh Rexans let rise
This University is our place to shineTogether we will shine
For we are the lightThat rises from the West
Hall of beauty and of fameThe name Rexans to us came
Through our unity and harmony
We will always shine from the West
Dedicated to you the pilgrims the sojourners those who have come to thiskingdom this reverend place to learn to grow to transcend the connes of
your mundane realities and attain a holistic fervour that will take you through
Hall Song Freshersrsquo Pledge
1 Thou shalt be loyal to your GodEmpire and Kingdom and then toyour individual house
2 Thou shalt guard and commandthy intellectual faculties strivingalways after holistic and scholarly
success3 Thou shalt preserve integrity
and respect as vanguards of thymanner for thou art subjects ofthis kingdom and a people ofdiverse prowess
4 Thou shalt surrender thy servicesto the Empire Kingdom andhouse that thy works shall beseen and justly rewarded Thisis fourth commandment withpromise
5 Thou shalt remember thy firstduty as a scholar to the EmpireFor though the prospects aboundwith revelry occasion andopportunity thy days are surelynumbered
6 Thou shalt love thy neighbouras thyself for we are ldquoOut of
Many One Peoplerdquo and sons and
daughters of civility
7 As thy banner hails so shall thyregal raiment always be maroonand gold
8 Wear your maroon and gold whenappropriate
9 Thou shalt preserve thy kingdomand the foundation of thy houseand keep them from ruin andscourges of destruction
10 Thou shalt not be wantonwasteful and foolhardy withresources afforded to you lestthou be deprived of the comfortsof the kingdom
11 Thou shalt strive towardssupreme unity and transparencyin all works
12 Thou shalt honour the hierarchyand the procedures for order andgrievance
13 Thou shalt honour all thecommandments that thy days maybe long and prosperous in thisyour kingdom
FRESHERS LAWS
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Welcome to the University ofthe West Indies and RexNettleford Hall We areglad you have made the
choice of Rex and we look forwardto a productive year We are happyto provide you with state of the artfacilities including our ComputerLab Laundry Off Campus lounge
and living amenities These facilitieshave been provided by the universityfor you to have a comfortable livingenvironment and a home away fromhome I urge you to care for theinfrastructure as they are yours andpreserve them for future generationsof Rexans to come The Facilitiesand Maintenance Ofce is there foryou to help in the event of thosemaintenance issues that will arisefrom time to time EMMERSON JOHNSON
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TanyaDixon
TashiskaDunstan
Eleenor Smith-Rochester
KareemConstantine
Uriel
Davis
Julian
Cox
David
Johnson
WELCOME FROM THE
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
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MichaelMullings
Chairperson
DonahueMartinTreasurer
SamanthaHaywoodSecretary
ShaniceSimmonds
Admin Assistant
The Secretarial Committee comprisesthe Hall Secretary and Administrative Assistant and all cluster and committeesecretaries Its function includes to ensurethat all minutes motions and resolutionsare immaculately recorded documented
and disseminated at respective levelsWe are the key in the communicationfrom the Hallrsquos administration and Hall
Committee to Rexans
Money matters and at Rex Nettleford Hall this is no differentThe Treasury Committee is the monetary hub that fundsmost of the activities hosted by the hall The committee itselfconsists of all nine cluster treasurers who monitor create andcirculate nancial information on behalf of the Hall CommitteeThis committee stands for accountability and transparencyand spearheads the formulation of novel fund-raising ideas
and budgeting strategies
MatthewTitus
Dep Chairperson
The committee is in charge of highlightingthe concerns of residents about the Hallrsquosenvirons to the administrative body andensures the maintenance of the Hallrsquosinfrastructure The Committee membersdistribute the household necessities tothe various cluster DACrsquos and are alsogenerally responsible for the different
hospitality aspects of Hall activities
SECRETARIAL COMMITTEE
T REASURER
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
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HadiyaHarrisPRO
The Public Relations Committee iskey in the communication betweenthe Hall Committee and Rexans It isfundamental in relaying informationwhile promoting the image of the Hallthrough social media Radio Rex and the
Rex newsletter
PUBLIC R ELATIONS COMMITTEE
317
JervisStonePCC
DavidFray
Residing
GabrielleCurling
Chairperson
PaulaPowlett
Dep Chairperson
The heartbeat of Rex Nettleford Hall iskept pumping by the activities of the CEACthrough the vast collection of events itspear-heads The energy is kept high bythe entertainment offered via fetes socials
and lymes Your experience on Rex Hallwill be rounded as we open doors through
diverse cultural expressions
Headed by the residing and commutingOff Campus Representatives thisCommitteersquos primary objective is to keepthe Off Campus Rexans informed aboutthe activities on Hall as well as work withthe External Affairs Committee to executeprograms designed to show appreciation
to these noteworthy Rexans
CULTURAL AND ENTERTAINMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
COMMUTING R EXAN COMMITTEE
WadeBrown
Commuting
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
18
GarthRichards
Chairperson
KyrieWilliams
Chairperson
DeyontalayBastian
Dep Chairperson
The committee chairpersons coordinateall of the Hallrsquos sporting activities andensures that athletes are preparedequipped and organized for Inter-Hallsporting events The committee seeksinnovative and dedicated minds thatshare a common goal in ensuring RexNettleford Hall attains the title lsquoHall of
Hallsrsquo
Christopher Romain
Dep Chairperson
The External Affairs Committee isdedicated to the development of the hallthrough the development of its membersWe accomplish this through volunteerismthat stems in charity fundraisers andoutreach programs The EAC aims toempower the recipients of our outreach
and also to give Rexans an avenue todevelop and become model citizens of
society
G AMES COMMITTEE
E XTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
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Place Signature Page Here
S i g na t u r e Pa g e
R e x
H a
l l U W I
Rex Nettleford Hall
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
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FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
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DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
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Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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A joyous spirit a heart of love courage fortitude and an unyieldingresolve are the essential qualities of a Rexan Rexans are resolutein fostering the University spirit engendering positive changes andupholding the feeling of camaraderie and pride
A Rexan is culturally aware regionally focused and globally conscious whobelieves that anything can be accomplished through education integrationand participation Rexans acknowledge the struggle of our fore-parents andare committed to keeping their efforts and achievements alive through all ouractivities
Rexans realize that individual nation building will result in the steadfastempowerment of our Caribbean Peoples
Rexans reect in thought and deed an awareness of individualism and adistinct style but above that a great level of tolerance and a strong familybond
A Rexan is not just a university student but lsquoa light shining from the Westrsquo andwill make this university their place to shine Furthermore Rexans vow thatduring their sojourn at this noble hall they will grow through excellence andmake this university the premiere learning institution in the world
ldquoRexans wi move together not apart All arsquo wi a one - who vex loss Nettlefordrumblingrdquo
11
DO NOT
bull Light candles or other open ames in your roombull Smoke inside any of the Hallrsquos buildingbull Remove or relocate any pieces of furniture
WHO IS A REXAN
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With regards to day to dayliving Hall members areexpected to demonstraterespect for relationships
the dignity and worth of the individualprivacy and property the need tosocialize personal and communitysafety and also for the other areas ofhall activity
Members are also expected to
demonstrate the highest standards ofdiscipline dedication efciency anderudition to foster the harmoniousco-existence of the sexes racesages religions and cultures andto disapprove the boorishnessdiscrimination discord divisiondogma doom and dormancy
13
HALLS COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES
We have come from near and far With potential beyond the starsOur talents we have to share
Oh lifersquos challenges we have no fear Because Rexans we want to be
The Proud the Brave the StrongMotto we will adopt all the life longMaroon and Gold run in our veinsFor this Hall we will stand the painBecause Rexans we want to beWith sweat strength and dignity
We will face each challenge happilyNo matter what it takes
Because Rexans we want to be
Blessed be the noble hall A gift to us from Godrsquos strong hand
Wonderful Hall our Fathers built for usMay it always shine from the west
Chorus
Letrsquos rise and shineOh Rexans let rise
This University is our place to shineTogether we will shine
For we are the lightThat rises from the West
Hall of beauty and of fameThe name Rexans to us came
Through our unity and harmony
We will always shine from the West
Dedicated to you the pilgrims the sojourners those who have come to thiskingdom this reverend place to learn to grow to transcend the connes of
your mundane realities and attain a holistic fervour that will take you through
Hall Song Freshersrsquo Pledge
1 Thou shalt be loyal to your GodEmpire and Kingdom and then toyour individual house
2 Thou shalt guard and commandthy intellectual faculties strivingalways after holistic and scholarly
success3 Thou shalt preserve integrity
and respect as vanguards of thymanner for thou art subjects ofthis kingdom and a people ofdiverse prowess
4 Thou shalt surrender thy servicesto the Empire Kingdom andhouse that thy works shall beseen and justly rewarded Thisis fourth commandment withpromise
5 Thou shalt remember thy firstduty as a scholar to the EmpireFor though the prospects aboundwith revelry occasion andopportunity thy days are surelynumbered
6 Thou shalt love thy neighbouras thyself for we are ldquoOut of
Many One Peoplerdquo and sons and
daughters of civility
7 As thy banner hails so shall thyregal raiment always be maroonand gold
8 Wear your maroon and gold whenappropriate
9 Thou shalt preserve thy kingdomand the foundation of thy houseand keep them from ruin andscourges of destruction
10 Thou shalt not be wantonwasteful and foolhardy withresources afforded to you lestthou be deprived of the comfortsof the kingdom
11 Thou shalt strive towardssupreme unity and transparencyin all works
12 Thou shalt honour the hierarchyand the procedures for order andgrievance
13 Thou shalt honour all thecommandments that thy days maybe long and prosperous in thisyour kingdom
FRESHERS LAWS
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Welcome to the University ofthe West Indies and RexNettleford Hall We areglad you have made the
choice of Rex and we look forwardto a productive year We are happyto provide you with state of the artfacilities including our ComputerLab Laundry Off Campus lounge
and living amenities These facilitieshave been provided by the universityfor you to have a comfortable livingenvironment and a home away fromhome I urge you to care for theinfrastructure as they are yours andpreserve them for future generationsof Rexans to come The Facilitiesand Maintenance Ofce is there foryou to help in the event of thosemaintenance issues that will arisefrom time to time EMMERSON JOHNSON
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TanyaDixon
TashiskaDunstan
Eleenor Smith-Rochester
KareemConstantine
Uriel
Davis
Julian
Cox
David
Johnson
WELCOME FROM THE
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
16
MichaelMullings
Chairperson
DonahueMartinTreasurer
SamanthaHaywoodSecretary
ShaniceSimmonds
Admin Assistant
The Secretarial Committee comprisesthe Hall Secretary and Administrative Assistant and all cluster and committeesecretaries Its function includes to ensurethat all minutes motions and resolutionsare immaculately recorded documented
and disseminated at respective levelsWe are the key in the communicationfrom the Hallrsquos administration and Hall
Committee to Rexans
Money matters and at Rex Nettleford Hall this is no differentThe Treasury Committee is the monetary hub that fundsmost of the activities hosted by the hall The committee itselfconsists of all nine cluster treasurers who monitor create andcirculate nancial information on behalf of the Hall CommitteeThis committee stands for accountability and transparencyand spearheads the formulation of novel fund-raising ideas
and budgeting strategies
MatthewTitus
Dep Chairperson
The committee is in charge of highlightingthe concerns of residents about the Hallrsquosenvirons to the administrative body andensures the maintenance of the Hallrsquosinfrastructure The Committee membersdistribute the household necessities tothe various cluster DACrsquos and are alsogenerally responsible for the different
hospitality aspects of Hall activities
SECRETARIAL COMMITTEE
T REASURER
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
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HadiyaHarrisPRO
The Public Relations Committee iskey in the communication betweenthe Hall Committee and Rexans It isfundamental in relaying informationwhile promoting the image of the Hallthrough social media Radio Rex and the
Rex newsletter
PUBLIC R ELATIONS COMMITTEE
317
JervisStonePCC
DavidFray
Residing
GabrielleCurling
Chairperson
PaulaPowlett
Dep Chairperson
The heartbeat of Rex Nettleford Hall iskept pumping by the activities of the CEACthrough the vast collection of events itspear-heads The energy is kept high bythe entertainment offered via fetes socials
and lymes Your experience on Rex Hallwill be rounded as we open doors through
diverse cultural expressions
Headed by the residing and commutingOff Campus Representatives thisCommitteersquos primary objective is to keepthe Off Campus Rexans informed aboutthe activities on Hall as well as work withthe External Affairs Committee to executeprograms designed to show appreciation
to these noteworthy Rexans
CULTURAL AND ENTERTAINMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
COMMUTING R EXAN COMMITTEE
WadeBrown
Commuting
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
18
GarthRichards
Chairperson
KyrieWilliams
Chairperson
DeyontalayBastian
Dep Chairperson
The committee chairpersons coordinateall of the Hallrsquos sporting activities andensures that athletes are preparedequipped and organized for Inter-Hallsporting events The committee seeksinnovative and dedicated minds thatshare a common goal in ensuring RexNettleford Hall attains the title lsquoHall of
Hallsrsquo
Christopher Romain
Dep Chairperson
The External Affairs Committee isdedicated to the development of the hallthrough the development of its membersWe accomplish this through volunteerismthat stems in charity fundraisers andoutreach programs The EAC aims toempower the recipients of our outreach
and also to give Rexans an avenue todevelop and become model citizens of
society
G AMES COMMITTEE
E XTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
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Place Signature Page Here
S i g na t u r e Pa g e
R e x
H a
l l U W I
Rex Nettleford Hall
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
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FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
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DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
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Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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With regards to day to dayliving Hall members areexpected to demonstraterespect for relationships
the dignity and worth of the individualprivacy and property the need tosocialize personal and communitysafety and also for the other areas ofhall activity
Members are also expected to
demonstrate the highest standards ofdiscipline dedication efciency anderudition to foster the harmoniousco-existence of the sexes racesages religions and cultures andto disapprove the boorishnessdiscrimination discord divisiondogma doom and dormancy
13
HALLS COMMUNITY PRINCIPLES
We have come from near and far With potential beyond the starsOur talents we have to share
Oh lifersquos challenges we have no fear Because Rexans we want to be
The Proud the Brave the StrongMotto we will adopt all the life longMaroon and Gold run in our veinsFor this Hall we will stand the painBecause Rexans we want to beWith sweat strength and dignity
We will face each challenge happilyNo matter what it takes
Because Rexans we want to be
Blessed be the noble hall A gift to us from Godrsquos strong hand
Wonderful Hall our Fathers built for usMay it always shine from the west
Chorus
Letrsquos rise and shineOh Rexans let rise
This University is our place to shineTogether we will shine
For we are the lightThat rises from the West
Hall of beauty and of fameThe name Rexans to us came
Through our unity and harmony
We will always shine from the West
Dedicated to you the pilgrims the sojourners those who have come to thiskingdom this reverend place to learn to grow to transcend the connes of
your mundane realities and attain a holistic fervour that will take you through
Hall Song Freshersrsquo Pledge
1 Thou shalt be loyal to your GodEmpire and Kingdom and then toyour individual house
2 Thou shalt guard and commandthy intellectual faculties strivingalways after holistic and scholarly
success3 Thou shalt preserve integrity
and respect as vanguards of thymanner for thou art subjects ofthis kingdom and a people ofdiverse prowess
4 Thou shalt surrender thy servicesto the Empire Kingdom andhouse that thy works shall beseen and justly rewarded Thisis fourth commandment withpromise
5 Thou shalt remember thy firstduty as a scholar to the EmpireFor though the prospects aboundwith revelry occasion andopportunity thy days are surelynumbered
6 Thou shalt love thy neighbouras thyself for we are ldquoOut of
Many One Peoplerdquo and sons and
daughters of civility
7 As thy banner hails so shall thyregal raiment always be maroonand gold
8 Wear your maroon and gold whenappropriate
9 Thou shalt preserve thy kingdomand the foundation of thy houseand keep them from ruin andscourges of destruction
10 Thou shalt not be wantonwasteful and foolhardy withresources afforded to you lestthou be deprived of the comfortsof the kingdom
11 Thou shalt strive towardssupreme unity and transparencyin all works
12 Thou shalt honour the hierarchyand the procedures for order andgrievance
13 Thou shalt honour all thecommandments that thy days maybe long and prosperous in thisyour kingdom
FRESHERS LAWS
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Welcome to the University ofthe West Indies and RexNettleford Hall We areglad you have made the
choice of Rex and we look forwardto a productive year We are happyto provide you with state of the artfacilities including our ComputerLab Laundry Off Campus lounge
and living amenities These facilitieshave been provided by the universityfor you to have a comfortable livingenvironment and a home away fromhome I urge you to care for theinfrastructure as they are yours andpreserve them for future generationsof Rexans to come The Facilitiesand Maintenance Ofce is there foryou to help in the event of thosemaintenance issues that will arisefrom time to time EMMERSON JOHNSON
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TanyaDixon
TashiskaDunstan
Eleenor Smith-Rochester
KareemConstantine
Uriel
Davis
Julian
Cox
David
Johnson
WELCOME FROM THE
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
16
MichaelMullings
Chairperson
DonahueMartinTreasurer
SamanthaHaywoodSecretary
ShaniceSimmonds
Admin Assistant
The Secretarial Committee comprisesthe Hall Secretary and Administrative Assistant and all cluster and committeesecretaries Its function includes to ensurethat all minutes motions and resolutionsare immaculately recorded documented
and disseminated at respective levelsWe are the key in the communicationfrom the Hallrsquos administration and Hall
Committee to Rexans
Money matters and at Rex Nettleford Hall this is no differentThe Treasury Committee is the monetary hub that fundsmost of the activities hosted by the hall The committee itselfconsists of all nine cluster treasurers who monitor create andcirculate nancial information on behalf of the Hall CommitteeThis committee stands for accountability and transparencyand spearheads the formulation of novel fund-raising ideas
and budgeting strategies
MatthewTitus
Dep Chairperson
The committee is in charge of highlightingthe concerns of residents about the Hallrsquosenvirons to the administrative body andensures the maintenance of the Hallrsquosinfrastructure The Committee membersdistribute the household necessities tothe various cluster DACrsquos and are alsogenerally responsible for the different
hospitality aspects of Hall activities
SECRETARIAL COMMITTEE
T REASURER
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
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HadiyaHarrisPRO
The Public Relations Committee iskey in the communication betweenthe Hall Committee and Rexans It isfundamental in relaying informationwhile promoting the image of the Hallthrough social media Radio Rex and the
Rex newsletter
PUBLIC R ELATIONS COMMITTEE
317
JervisStonePCC
DavidFray
Residing
GabrielleCurling
Chairperson
PaulaPowlett
Dep Chairperson
The heartbeat of Rex Nettleford Hall iskept pumping by the activities of the CEACthrough the vast collection of events itspear-heads The energy is kept high bythe entertainment offered via fetes socials
and lymes Your experience on Rex Hallwill be rounded as we open doors through
diverse cultural expressions
Headed by the residing and commutingOff Campus Representatives thisCommitteersquos primary objective is to keepthe Off Campus Rexans informed aboutthe activities on Hall as well as work withthe External Affairs Committee to executeprograms designed to show appreciation
to these noteworthy Rexans
CULTURAL AND ENTERTAINMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
COMMUTING R EXAN COMMITTEE
WadeBrown
Commuting
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
18
GarthRichards
Chairperson
KyrieWilliams
Chairperson
DeyontalayBastian
Dep Chairperson
The committee chairpersons coordinateall of the Hallrsquos sporting activities andensures that athletes are preparedequipped and organized for Inter-Hallsporting events The committee seeksinnovative and dedicated minds thatshare a common goal in ensuring RexNettleford Hall attains the title lsquoHall of
Hallsrsquo
Christopher Romain
Dep Chairperson
The External Affairs Committee isdedicated to the development of the hallthrough the development of its membersWe accomplish this through volunteerismthat stems in charity fundraisers andoutreach programs The EAC aims toempower the recipients of our outreach
and also to give Rexans an avenue todevelop and become model citizens of
society
G AMES COMMITTEE
E XTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
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Place Signature Page Here
S i g na t u r e Pa g e
R e x
H a
l l U W I
Rex Nettleford Hall
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
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FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
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DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
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Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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Welcome to the University ofthe West Indies and RexNettleford Hall We areglad you have made the
choice of Rex and we look forwardto a productive year We are happyto provide you with state of the artfacilities including our ComputerLab Laundry Off Campus lounge
and living amenities These facilitieshave been provided by the universityfor you to have a comfortable livingenvironment and a home away fromhome I urge you to care for theinfrastructure as they are yours andpreserve them for future generationsof Rexans to come The Facilitiesand Maintenance Ofce is there foryou to help in the event of thosemaintenance issues that will arisefrom time to time EMMERSON JOHNSON
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TanyaDixon
TashiskaDunstan
Eleenor Smith-Rochester
KareemConstantine
Uriel
Davis
Julian
Cox
David
Johnson
WELCOME FROM THE
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
16
MichaelMullings
Chairperson
DonahueMartinTreasurer
SamanthaHaywoodSecretary
ShaniceSimmonds
Admin Assistant
The Secretarial Committee comprisesthe Hall Secretary and Administrative Assistant and all cluster and committeesecretaries Its function includes to ensurethat all minutes motions and resolutionsare immaculately recorded documented
and disseminated at respective levelsWe are the key in the communicationfrom the Hallrsquos administration and Hall
Committee to Rexans
Money matters and at Rex Nettleford Hall this is no differentThe Treasury Committee is the monetary hub that fundsmost of the activities hosted by the hall The committee itselfconsists of all nine cluster treasurers who monitor create andcirculate nancial information on behalf of the Hall CommitteeThis committee stands for accountability and transparencyand spearheads the formulation of novel fund-raising ideas
and budgeting strategies
MatthewTitus
Dep Chairperson
The committee is in charge of highlightingthe concerns of residents about the Hallrsquosenvirons to the administrative body andensures the maintenance of the Hallrsquosinfrastructure The Committee membersdistribute the household necessities tothe various cluster DACrsquos and are alsogenerally responsible for the different
hospitality aspects of Hall activities
SECRETARIAL COMMITTEE
T REASURER
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
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HadiyaHarrisPRO
The Public Relations Committee iskey in the communication betweenthe Hall Committee and Rexans It isfundamental in relaying informationwhile promoting the image of the Hallthrough social media Radio Rex and the
Rex newsletter
PUBLIC R ELATIONS COMMITTEE
317
JervisStonePCC
DavidFray
Residing
GabrielleCurling
Chairperson
PaulaPowlett
Dep Chairperson
The heartbeat of Rex Nettleford Hall iskept pumping by the activities of the CEACthrough the vast collection of events itspear-heads The energy is kept high bythe entertainment offered via fetes socials
and lymes Your experience on Rex Hallwill be rounded as we open doors through
diverse cultural expressions
Headed by the residing and commutingOff Campus Representatives thisCommitteersquos primary objective is to keepthe Off Campus Rexans informed aboutthe activities on Hall as well as work withthe External Affairs Committee to executeprograms designed to show appreciation
to these noteworthy Rexans
CULTURAL AND ENTERTAINMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
COMMUTING R EXAN COMMITTEE
WadeBrown
Commuting
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
18
GarthRichards
Chairperson
KyrieWilliams
Chairperson
DeyontalayBastian
Dep Chairperson
The committee chairpersons coordinateall of the Hallrsquos sporting activities andensures that athletes are preparedequipped and organized for Inter-Hallsporting events The committee seeksinnovative and dedicated minds thatshare a common goal in ensuring RexNettleford Hall attains the title lsquoHall of
Hallsrsquo
Christopher Romain
Dep Chairperson
The External Affairs Committee isdedicated to the development of the hallthrough the development of its membersWe accomplish this through volunteerismthat stems in charity fundraisers andoutreach programs The EAC aims toempower the recipients of our outreach
and also to give Rexans an avenue todevelop and become model citizens of
society
G AMES COMMITTEE
E XTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
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Place Signature Page Here
S i g na t u r e Pa g e
R e x
H a
l l U W I
Rex Nettleford Hall
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
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FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
A983148983157983149983150983145 R983141983152983154983141983155983141983150983156983137983156983145983158983141
DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
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Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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HadiyaHarrisPRO
The Public Relations Committee iskey in the communication betweenthe Hall Committee and Rexans It isfundamental in relaying informationwhile promoting the image of the Hallthrough social media Radio Rex and the
Rex newsletter
PUBLIC R ELATIONS COMMITTEE
317
JervisStonePCC
DavidFray
Residing
GabrielleCurling
Chairperson
PaulaPowlett
Dep Chairperson
The heartbeat of Rex Nettleford Hall iskept pumping by the activities of the CEACthrough the vast collection of events itspear-heads The energy is kept high bythe entertainment offered via fetes socials
and lymes Your experience on Rex Hallwill be rounded as we open doors through
diverse cultural expressions
Headed by the residing and commutingOff Campus Representatives thisCommitteersquos primary objective is to keepthe Off Campus Rexans informed aboutthe activities on Hall as well as work withthe External Affairs Committee to executeprograms designed to show appreciation
to these noteworthy Rexans
CULTURAL AND ENTERTAINMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
COMMUTING R EXAN COMMITTEE
WadeBrown
Commuting
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
18
GarthRichards
Chairperson
KyrieWilliams
Chairperson
DeyontalayBastian
Dep Chairperson
The committee chairpersons coordinateall of the Hallrsquos sporting activities andensures that athletes are preparedequipped and organized for Inter-Hallsporting events The committee seeksinnovative and dedicated minds thatshare a common goal in ensuring RexNettleford Hall attains the title lsquoHall of
Hallsrsquo
Christopher Romain
Dep Chairperson
The External Affairs Committee isdedicated to the development of the hallthrough the development of its membersWe accomplish this through volunteerismthat stems in charity fundraisers andoutreach programs The EAC aims toempower the recipients of our outreach
and also to give Rexans an avenue todevelop and become model citizens of
society
G AMES COMMITTEE
E XTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
MEET YOUR HALLS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEES
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Place Signature Page Here
S i g na t u r e Pa g e
R e x
H a
l l U W I
Rex Nettleford Hall
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
F983154983141983155983144983141983154 983151983142 983156983144983141 Y983141983137983154 - 983090983088983089983091
FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
A983148983157983149983150983145 R983141983152983154983141983155983141983150983156983137983156983145983158983141
DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
R983141983160983137983150 983151983142 983156983144983141 Y983141983137983154 - 983090983088983089983091
REXAN OF THE YEAR
28
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
E983160983156983141983150983156983145983151983150983155 O983150 C983137983149983152983157983155
Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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Place Signature Page Here
S i g na t u r e Pa g e
R e x
H a
l l U W I
Rex Nettleford Hall
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
F983154983141983155983144983141983154 983151983142 983156983144983141 Y983141983137983154 - 983090983088983089983091
FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
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DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
E983160983156983141983150983156983145983151983150983155 O983150 C983137983149983152983157983155
Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
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K a y
d e e n
W r i g
h t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
K i e r a
S h e p e r d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
On Cluster 1 we proudly embrace Walter Rodney
as our cultural stalwart because of his couragededication ambition and passion as a leader
As ldquoRodneyiansrdquo we too are unied despite ourvaried cultural backgrounds and are passionateand proud to be ldquoRodneyiansrdquo Similarly we aremotivated and driven by the need to excel andalways be the best at what we do As a familywe are dedicated to the holistic development ofourselves our cluster and the wider University
community
T i f f a n y
G r a n
t
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
C u r m
i r a
G u
l s t o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Quietly nestled between the Walter Rodneyiansand the McKenlians we live by the motto
lsquoLiberating the Mind Engendering Changersquoinspiring you to reveal your true self and utilise
your given potential Through integration weshowcase our talents build strong friendships livelaugh eat and learn So just like our patron Simon
Bolivar and our Samurai afliation we emulatehumility and strength in defeat and victory with
continuous perseverance as we tread our path topremiership
CLUSTER 2SIMON BOLIVAR
CLUSTER 1W ALTER R ODNEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
22
T a s
h a n a
W a
l t e r s
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
D a n e
A l l e n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoWith condence you havewon even before you havestartedrdquo As Garveyites and
McKenlians we form the
Mighty Alliance which isone of the most formidableclusters on Rex Nettleford
Hall A great mix of maturityand youth the Alliance
is known for its ingenuityand perseverance whenit comes to the revered
cluster of clusters This hasinfused in us the desire to
rise victorious and continueto strive for excellence
CLUSTER 3 amp 4H ERB MCKINLEY amp M ARCUS G ARVEY
W e s
l e y
W i l l i a m s
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
M e
l i s s a
L e
B l a n c
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 5 is the proud home to the Jimmy CliffWarriors Our motto ldquoDeath Before Defeatrdquo is
a powerful summary of the spirit of the Warriorsresiding in this esteemed cluster Motivation
determination and a strong yearning for success isapplied to our activities competitions and everyday
life The Warriors can be often seen proudly cladin their fear-inducing colours of Black and GoldWe believe in Cluster Family life and in molding
students into versatile experienced sociable andgenuine individuals
CLUSTER 5 JIMMY CLIFF
J o e
l
N e
l s o n
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
A s
h l e y
R e
i d
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
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FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
A983148983157983149983150983145 R983141983152983154983141983155983141983150983156983137983156983145983158983141
DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
E983160983156983141983150983156983145983151983150983155 O983150 C983137983149983152983157983155
Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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J a m a r o
M a r v
i l l e
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
B r i a n
N e m a
i
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
ldquoAshes to ashes dust to dust we rise like aPhoenix so donrsquot mess with usrdquo Cluster 6 is
the home of the Coverleys whose patron is theHonourable Louise Bennett-Coverley We area family of vibrant and talented persons from
various backgrounds We are known for the bestcluster yard championing sports day and the
domino competition almost every year IncomingCoverleys we will proudly wear our colours- purple
and yellow and have fun as we work towardsbecoming the Cluster of Clusters Until then ldquowalk
good me chilerdquo
A d r i a n
P a
l m e r
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
J e r o m e
W i l s o n
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Welcome to Cluster 7 the Home of theSHARPITES where the Spirit Courage and theunmatchable characteristics of Daddy Samuel
Sharpe can be seen in its residents We live by themotto ldquoA LIFETIME OF SACRIFICE A LEGACY
OF FREEDOMrdquo Sharpites are known to be activevibrant competitive and excel in Academics We
are encouraged to be well rounded and motivatedto work our utmost best at achieving our individual
and collective goals In the superior colours ofRed Black and White we proudly chant Seven adi bess anrsquo everybody know GO SHARPITES GO
SHARPITES GOOO
CLUSTER 7 S AM SHARPE
CLUSTER 6L OUISE BENNETT -COVERLEY
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
24
P
e t e r - A n n
P e a r t
R e p
r e s e n
t a t i v e
J u m a a n e
C o x
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 8 has always believed in starting
and continuing revolutions of success andRexcellence in honor of our patriot Toussaint
Lrsquoouverture We live by our motto ldquoLiberty for allrdquoas we seek to allow each person to develop learn
and showcase their talents and foster culturalintegration We are a cluster of tradition and trueloyalty and with the red white and blue always
in our hearts we strive to be a revolutionist andproud Rexans
CLUSTER 8T OUSSAINT LrsquoOUVERTURE
R a
h e e m
R o
b e r t s o n
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
A u
d a c e
W r i g
h t
D e p
R e p r e s e n
t a t i v e
Cluster 9 is home of the Rebels With strongemphasis on the ideals of unity determination and
support for one another we are a family boundby the talent and high energy that only a rebel
has to offer Like any family we face adversitiesovercome obstacles and get back up after a fall Aswe embody our patron Fidel Castro and stay trueto the blue and yellow spirit we prove that cluster
9 is one and we NEVER SAY DIE
CLUSTER 9FIDEL C ASTRO
WHICH CLUSTER ARE YOU FROM
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
F983154983141983155983144983141983154 983151983142 983156983144983141 Y983141983137983154 - 983090983088983089983091
FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
A983148983157983149983150983145 R983141983152983154983141983155983141983150983156983137983156983145983158983141
DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
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REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
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C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
E983160983156983141983150983156983145983151983150983155 O983150 C983137983149983152983157983155
Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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My rst year living on RexNettleford Hall has beenan entirely new experienceThe Rex Nettleford Hall is
ready to love you for who you areand accept whatever talents youmay possess The Hall atmosphereenforces that University life is not allabout the academics but also aboutdeveloping individuals on a holistic
level I implore you to participate inthe various activities as much asyour major allows you to The zeal forteam work and unity has taught mehow to think differently about certainsituations If given the choice to pickthe Hall I want to reside on I wouldchoose Rex a hundred more times
To the rst year students I hope that
you open your minds to the future andknow that every task given is just foryour betterment and not to harm youYou are only going to experience thisonce and I implore you to make thebest of it while meeting new facesand appreciating the mix of cultures
Congratulations on being chosen asa member of ldquoThe Proud The BraveThe Strongrdquo
T ERINA lsquoMUP MUPrsquo DRYDEN
F983154983141983155983144983141983154 983151983142 983156983144983141 Y983141983137983154 - 983090983088983089983091
FRESHER OF THE YEAR
I am delighted to welcome you to theUniversity of the West Indies and theRex Nettleford Hall of Residence
As alumni I can proudly say thatthis Hall has been home to some of
the brightest and most talented youngminds I believe the Caribbean has tooffer During my course of stay at theRex Nettleford Hall I had the prizedopportunity to meet share mingleand form lifetime bonds with a verydiverse set of individuals This settingprovided the perfect environment forus to learn from each other realizehow similar we are and to appreciatethe variances which make each of usunique
Like most pilgrims you will morethan likely be experiencing mixed
emotions On one hand you areexcited about making it to Universityand having the freedom comfort andconvenience which comes with Halllife On the other hand you might befeeling overwhelmed by the thoughtof being far away from home for anextended period the challenge ofadjusting to the new environment andthe responsibility of choosing how you
will manage your academics timeand money I promise you that if youpay keen attention to the informationbeing dispensed you will not havemany problems in overcoming thesechallenges
As a Rexan you are a part of thefamily of ldquoeight hundred strongrdquoTake advantage of this and build astrong support network of peoplewho share your interests and willgive you sound guidance and help
As with so many things in life whatyou get out of campus life will largelydepend on what you put in Seizeevery opportunity to develop notonly your mind but also your socialand emotional being As a residentyou will have access to a buffet ofsocial and developmental activitiesthat take place on the campus and inhall partaking in these activities willnot only help to relax and re-energizeyour mind and body but will also helpyou to develop the soft skills that willcomplement the knowledge you learnin the lecture room
Now is the time for self-discovery andself-actualization question yourselfchallenge yourself but in all this havefun and make a positive contributionwhile here All the best in yourstudies
26
T IMAR J ACKSON
A983148983157983149983150983145 R983141983152983154983141983155983141983150983156983137983156983145983158983141
DO NOT
bull Leave valuables in your room unattendedbull Install or use hot plates on the premises
ALUMNI MESSAGE
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
R983141983160983137983150 983151983142 983156983144983141 Y983141983137983154 - 983090983088983089983091
REXAN OF THE YEAR
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
E983160983156983141983150983156983145983151983150983155 O983150 C983137983149983152983157983155
Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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G ive yourself a round ofapplause (Yes do it now) Youhave given yourself a greatopportunity by being guided
to join the Rexan family ldquoOthersrdquo
may claim that we lack history butthat is simply because YOU (currentPILGRIMS and future REXANS)have just arrived to help make thathistory It is your responsibility tocontinue to chart Rexrsquos path togreatness In just over 10 years ofexistence Rex has established itselfas the cultural mecca on campusWe are always at the forefront ofinnovation by creating new avenuesfrom which all students on campuscan benet These include UberFashion Couture Rexrsquos FunniestHome Videos Red Square FootballChoirfest Iron Chef and many more
The rst step to Rexan glory thoughis orientation Embrace it Learn fromthe Dukes and Duchesses becausethe lessons being taught are all abouthelping you to transition into yournew University life Stay true to yourvalues and nd your own personalbalance between your academicsand co-curricular activities (both
daytime and night time) What maywork for others may not work for you
In my 1st year I was bombarded withthe notions of trying to adapt to thisnew lifestyle I decided to work in theRex Mini Mart and quickly becamesupervisor I continued to learn growand adapt to my new surroundingsuntil I left the hall after serving twotenures as Hall Committee Treasurer
Now I sit wondering and reminiscingof who I used to be and what I usedto do before I stepped foot onto THERex Nettleford Hall The answer tothose questions lies in what I amtoday I am innovative industrious
and honest but above all else I amPROUD BRAVE and STRONGThese attributes were always presentbut I just did not know it Rex and themany good Rexans showed me howto take pride in all of my endeavoursThey showed me how to be brave inall manners of adversity and to bestrong in faith against any tyranny(FD14A) I may be faced withThese are also my wishes for youI challenge you to seize each andevery opportunity that comes yourway Be the change you want to seeand I assure you that you will leave abetter person and maybe even a Rex
Avenger MAROONnGOLD
AMIEL lsquoMR CHINrsquo MOHAMMED
R983141983160983137983150 983151983142 983156983144983141 Y983141983137983154 - 983090983088983089983091
REXAN OF THE YEAR
28
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
E983160983156983141983150983156983145983151983150983155 O983150 C983137983149983152983157983155
Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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Who is Paula Powlett
This is a good question I laughedwhen I read it To be honest I am notfully aware of who Paula Powlett isand I like that I like nding out whatmakes me happy and sad whatexcites me and what doesnrsquot and Ithink thatrsquos what university is all about
nding out who you are )
As a regional student how wouldyou describe being part of theRexan family and how it has
impacted you
Everything in life impacts you in someway or another and moving to Jamaicafrom Barbados and becoming a partof the Rexan family is no different Letme rst say I absolutely love all of myRexan family Being able to interactwith people from all cultures andwalks of life - it is amazing Becoming
a Rexan has opened my eyes to somany different things I have learnedso much about myself and I handlesituations differently One of the bestfeelings to have is to know someonesupports you and being a part ofthe Rexan family and know 800+
people support you there is no way todescribe that feeling
What are some of your plans asMiss Rex 2013 for the upcoming
year
As Miss Rex Nettleford Hall 2013 Ihope to meet and interact with asmany Rexans as possible I try tobe a very approachable and openperson so I hope that any Rexan canfeel comfortable and come talk to meI hope to hear their ideas for anything
that will push the hall forward I alsohope to work very closely with theLittle Black Dress Society as myplatform because I have some cooland exciting ideas I canrsquot wait to try
What advice do you have forFreshers in taking advantage ofthe many opportunities Rex and
the University
To all future Rexans I say nd thebalance and get involved RexNettleford Hall and the University ofthe West Indies will open its armswide and embrace and assist you inanything you want to try to experienceThe University of the West Indies isyour place to shine so get out and
donrsquot let anyone dull your shine
MISS REX 2013
30
The residents of Rex Nettleford Hall has the best facilities available tostudents These facilities include the following
Laundromat Opened daily exceptMondays from 8 am - 4 pm Thelaundry is equipped with state of theart washers dryers (operated bytokens) This facility is available at acost of $100 per load A laundry areawith washing sinks and clothes lines
are also located on each cluster
Computer Rooms Working withexible opening hours the computerrooms offer printing services at anaffordable cost LAN internet accesswith personal work spaces
Study Room Spacious quietair-conditioned and tted with 26individual cubicles the study room isavailable for late night and day-time
studyingThe Multi-Purpose Room(MPR) One of the largest commonspaces on the campus with a seatingcapacity of 300 it is usually a buzz forseminars workshops etc
Red Square The centre of mostrecreational activity on hall RedSquare hosts Frass Fridays CricketLyming and many other activities
Gazebo A recreational area behindCluster 6 and Clluster 5 for residents
Botanical Park Picturesqueenvironment behind Cluster 8 forresidents to lyme study and hostevents
FACILITIES AND YOU
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
E983160983156983141983150983156983145983151983150983155 O983150 C983137983149983152983157983155
Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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Halls of Residence
bull Where applicable a residentwho enters or leaves thedomicile after closing hours isresponsible for securing theoutside door
bull Do not leave your room dooropen
bull Keep all doors lockedbull Do not leave doors propped
jammed openbull Do not scream unnecessarily
habitual screaming lullsresidents into a false sense ofsecurity
bull Do not tamper with locks reportdefects to the facilities ofceimmediately
bull Do not admit strangersbull Do not hang signs which indicate
your absence and the time youplan to return to your room
bull Do not leave textbooks orlaptops unattended
bull Put valuables purses walletsand money out of sight
bull Report unsafe practices in Hallsto your Student Services andDevelopment Managers
bull Mark or engrave all valuableswith your ID number or name
bull Be aware of unaccompaniedpersons who appear ldquoout ofplacerdquo on hall and report anysuch person to the SecurityOfcers at the main entranceHall Administration or the MonaPolice
bull Report all crimes or suspiciousactivities On-Campus to theMona Police Campus Securitythe nearest Security Ofcer andto your Hall Administration
bull For Campus Security dial 935-87489 ext 27489 or 784-8881
On Campus
bull To enhance your personal safetydevelop a strong awarenessof your community and yourenvironment
bull Avoid making rendezvousin secluded hideawaysRemember these hideawaysare the natural habitat ofcriminals
bull Avoid travelling around withvaluable items on display suchas jewellery cell phones andlarge sums of money
bull Promptly report any kindof activity that triggers yoursuspicion
bull Be on the constant watch forpotential danger
bull Be aware of persons or groupsof persons approaching you
bull Avoid poorly lit walk-ways orcorridors
bull Always wear your student IDon your person This is thequickest and most efcientmeans available to the securitypersonnel differentiating youfrom the lsquobad guysrsquo or criminals
bull Encourage your fellow studentsto be security conscious
bull Maintain a keen interest in thesecurity activities on campus
bull Avoid or be alert whenapproaching a clump of bushesor other foliage that obstructsline of vision
bull Never walk jog or go swimmingalone
bull Let someone know where youare going and when you willreturn
bull Make use of ldquoCampus Escortrdquoservices when travellingbetween locations at night
DO
bull Alert the security or other members of the hall if there is asuspicious character on the compound
SECURITY AND YOU
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
E983160983156983141983150983156983145983151983150983155 O983150 C983137983149983152983157983155
Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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A OrientationB Sports DayC Breast Cancer WalkathonD Off Campus DayE VersusF Choir FestG Rex Iron Chef H Hall Dinner
I SwipeJ Hall DebatesK Miss RexL Drama CompetitionM Red Square FootballN Dance CompetitionO Jazz and BluesP Uber Fashion Couture
A B
H
M
IJ
L
P
K
34
C
D E
G
ON
F
YEAR IN REVIEW
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335
Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
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Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
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Allies (noun) Name given to theresidents of the third and fourthhouses Clusters 3 and 4
Bolivarian (noun) Name givento the residents of the secondhouse Cluster 2
Chancellorite (noun) Namegiven to the self-proclaimedmother-less cubs Their naturalhabitat is Chancellor Hall
Coverleys (noun) Name given tothe residents of the sixth houseCluster 6
Duchess or Duke (noun) Yourfemale or male senior counterpartrespectively You are to showthese individuals who haveearned the title the highest levelof respect possible This title canonly be given to a Rexan who isin their second year of study orabove
Irvinite (noun) Name given tothe bane whose only call to fame
is that they live on the oldest hallTheir natural habitat is Irvine Hall
Lord or Lady (noun) Title givento the male and female hallchairpersons respectively
Peliduck (noun) See Seacolite
Pilgrim (noun) Name given tothe rst year residents who havemaroon and gold running in theirveins THATrsquoS YOU
Prestonite (noun) Name given
to the biggest shes in the seaTheir natural habitat is AZPreston Hall
Rebels (noun) Name given tothe residents of the ninth houseCluster 9
Red Square (noun) Openspace beside the Multipurposeroom where most co-curricularactivities occur
Revolutionaries (noun) Namegiven to the residents of the eighthouse Cluster 8
Seacolite aka lsquoSeacowlitersquo
(noun) Name given to thesmaller birds also known asPeliduck Her natural habitat isMary Seacole Hall
Sharpites (noun) Name givento the residents of the seventhhouse Cluster 7
Spartans (noun) Name given tothe babies at ABC Hall
Taylorites aka lsquoTraileritesrsquo(noun) Name given to thepelicans of blue and white whoseregular diet consist of shesand smaller birds Their naturalhabitat is Taylor Hall
Walter Rodneyians (noun)
Name given to the residents ofthe rst house Cluster 1
Warriors (noun) Name given tothe residents of the fth houseCluster 5
DO
bull Take advantage of Campus Securityrsquos escort service if you aretraversing the campus alone or in group at night
REX JARGONS
Special Rex Nettleford Hall Call Number
754-3983
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
E983160983156983141983150983156983145983151983150983155 O983150 C983137983149983152983157983155
Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
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Cluster 3
Block 1st F 2nd FA 261 262B 263 264
Cluster 4
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 273 276 278B 277 274 275C 269 270 271D 266 267 268
Cluster 5
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 286 287 288B 289 290 291C 283 284 285D 280 281 282
Cluster 6
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 300 301 302B 303 304 305C 296 297 298D 293 294 295
Cluster 7
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 307 308 309B 310 311 312C 314 315 316D 317 318 319
Cluster 8
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 324 325 325B 321 322 323C 331 332 333D 328 329 330
Cluster 9
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 338 339 340B 335 336 337C 342 343 344D 345 346 347
Bursary ext 2330 2480 2346Campus Police ext 2310 2331Campus Security ext 2748-9Escort Service ext 2748-9Examinations ext 2272Health Centre ext 2270 2370Faculty of Humanities and Education
ext 2627 2628Faculty of Law ext24052448Faculty of Medical Sciences
ext 2478-9
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciencesext 24012961 2962
Faculty of Social Sciences ext 2220-2Mona IT Services ext2992 2993NCB ext 2264Ofce of Student Finance ext 2315Ofce of Students Services
and Development ext2514Student Administrative Services
ext 2733-5 3739 3740 3745Guild of Studentsrsquo Ofce ext 2250
E983160983156983141983150983156983145983151983150983155 O983150 C983137983149983152983157983155
Computer Lab ext 356Top Gate Security Post ext 351Bottom Gate Security Post ext 350Rex Mini Mart ext 376Facilities Ofce ext 227 228Main Administrative Ofce ext221 223Canteen ext 231
Cluster 1
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 242 243 244B 239 240 241C 233 234 235D 236 237 238
Cluster 2
Block 1st F 2nd F 3rd FA 247 248 249B 250 251 252C 253 254 255D 256 257 258
INTERNAL DIRECTORY
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