Absu news 2019

ABSU (Abia State University) News 2019:

Academic News

  1. New Vice-Chancellor Appointed: Professor Ikechukwu Ogbu, a renowned academic and administrator, was appointed as the 8th Vice-Chancellor of Abia State University in February 2019.
  2. New Academic Calendar Released: The university released a new academic calendar for the 2018/2019 academic session, which commenced on October 1, 2018, and ended on July 26, 2019.
  3. Postgraduate Programmes Launched: ABSU launched several postgraduate programmes in various fields, including Business Administration, Education, and Environmental Sciences, among others.

Research and Innovation News

  1. Research Grants Awarded: The university awarded research grants to several faculty members and researchers to conduct projects in areas such as agriculture, health, and environmental sustainability.
  2. Innovation Hub Launched: ABSU launched an innovation hub to promote entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology transfer among students and faculty members.
  3. Collaboration with International Institutions: The university collaborated with international institutions, including the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), to promote research and academic exchange.

Campus Life News

  1. Student Union Election Held: The student union election was held in March 2019, with a new set of executives elected to serve the students.
  2. Cultural and Sports Events: The university hosted several cultural and sports events, including the annual Abia State University Cultural Festival and the Inter-University Sports Competition.
  3. Alumni Association Launched: The ABSU Alumni Association was launched in October 2019 to promote networking, mentorship, and community service among alumni.

Infrastructure Development News

  1. New Faculty of Agriculture Building: The university completed the construction of a new faculty of agriculture building, which was officially commissioned in November 2019.
  2. Renovation of Existing Facilities: Several existing facilities, including the library, lecture halls, and student hostels, were renovated to improve the overall learning environment.
  3. Expansion of Internet Connectivity: The university expanded its internet connectivity to all campuses, providing students and staff with improved access to online resources.

Other News

  1. Partnership with Private Sector: ABSU partnered with private sector organizations to promote entrepreneurship, innovation, and job creation among students and alumni.
  2. Community Service Projects: The university embarked on several community service projects, including environmental clean-up exercises, health outreach programmes, and educational support initiatives.
  3. International Conference Held: The university hosted an international conference on "Sustainable Development and Environmental Conservation" in October 2019, which attracted participants from across the globe.