Dr. Sheron Burns has been named the Head of the University of the West Indies (UWI) Global Campus in Montserrat, effective September 1, 2025. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Dr. Burns brings extensive expertise in education and research to her new role. Her journey began in 1987 with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from the University of the Virgin Islands, followed by impactful work in Montserrat’s primary schools and the Ministry of Education, where she spearheaded early childhood education initiatives. In 2014, she joined UWI’s Cave Hill Campus, contributing to the development of teacher training programs across the Eastern Caribbean. Dr. Burns holds a Ph.D. in Elementary Education from the University of Alberta and has published widely on topics such as teacher education, play-based learning, and early childhood development. Recognized for her contributions, she has received numerous awards, including the UWI Vice Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in 2020. Beyond academia, Dr. Burns is an active community leader and serves as Chair of Montserrat’s Electoral Commission. UWI leadership expressed confidence in her ability to drive the Global Campus’s mission, emphasizing her dedication to advancing education and regional development.