KINGSTON, Jamaica — Theresa Roberts, Jamaica’s Ambassador and Special Investment Envoy for Culture and Arts in the United Kingdom, has been selected to receive the University of the West Indies’ (UWI) Vice-Chancellor’s Award. This prestigious accolade will be presented to her at the 2nd annual UWI London Benefit Dinner, scheduled for November 7, 2025. The event will take place at The Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn in the UK, with notable patrons including Sir Lenny Henry, Baroness Floella Benjamin, and Professor Shirley Thompson. Roberts, a distinguished businesswoman and philanthropist, was appointed as one of Jamaica’s four special ambassadors by Prime Minister Andrew in 2023. Her unwavering dedication and remarkable achievements in the cultural and arts sectors have earned her this recognition. The award underscores her significant contributions to promoting Jamaica’s cultural heritage and fostering international collaborations in the arts.