Caribbean Maritime University

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Caribbean Maritime University
CMU logo New.svg
CMU official logo
Other name
CMU
MottoRedefining maritime excellence through innovation and technology.
TypePublic,Private
Established1980; 42 years ago (1980)
Chancellor
President
Students5,000+
Location
Kingston
,
Jamaica
CampusPalisadoes Park - Norman Manley Highway, Montego Bay Campus (Sam Sharpe (Western))
LanguageEnglish
ColorsNavy blue, Maroon, white and gold
Websitecmu.edu.jm
Former Logo

The Caribbean Maritime University (formerly Caribbean Maritime Institute) is a Jamaican public tertiary institution. The institution specializes in maritime education and training. Its primary campus is located on the Palisadoes Park, overlooking the Kingston Harbour.[1][2][3][4]

In 2019, allegations of financial fraud at the university led to several arrests and charges.[5]

References[]

  1. ^ "Bahamian top performers in Maritime University land high-ranking jobs at sea with Royal Caribbean". Eye Witness News. 17 August 2021. Retrieved 26 August 2021.
  2. ^ "Maritime students await government's intercession to continue classes in Jamaica". Antigua Observer Newspaper. 12 April 2021. Retrieved 26 August 2021.
  3. ^ "CMU appoints five new VPs". Jamaica Observer. 6 August 2021. Retrieved 26 August 2021.
  4. ^ "'Power of partnership' - American Caribbean Maritime Foundation partners with Royal Caribbean to sponsor students' study at CMU". Jamaica Gleaner. 15 January 2019. Retrieved 26 August 2021.
  5. ^ "Councillor in CMU fraud case wants to be tried separately". Jamaica Gleaner. 27 July 2021. Retrieved 26 August 2021.

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Coordinates: 17°56′46″N 76°46′14″W / 17.9461°N 76.7705°W / 17.9461; -76.7705


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