In his first public appearance, new President of The College of The Bahamas Dr. Rodney Smith outlined his basic vision for the role the institution will play in the development of The Bahamas.
"Universities are centers of knowledge transmission, but most importantly, knowledge creation," Smith said.
"The University of The Bahamas will play a critical role in national development. This great institution will provide a neutral space to engage in critical thinking and inquiry, as we focus on challenges and opportunities for current and future generations."
Smith said he expected the institution to forge lasting ties with international partners like the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and a panoply of national partner agencies as the university provides support and professional expertise for national initiatives.
"The University of The Bahamas, with ready access to and in full partnership with the world's most progressive international research faculties, at its best will serve as an engine for the Bahamian economy," he said.
"That is our expectation. That is our vision."

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