Delsu news 2019

Here are some notable news stories about Delta State University (DELSU) in 2019:

  1. ASUU Strike: The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) went on strike in November 2018, which affected academic activities in DELSU and other universities across the country. The strike was called off in February 2019 after a agreement was reached between ASUU and the Federal Government.
  2. New Vice-Chancellor: In October 2019, Professor Andy Ogbien was appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of DELSU, succeeding Professor Victor Peretomode who had completed his tenure.
  3. Convocation Ceremony: DELSU held its 34th Convocation Ceremony in November 2019, where over 10,000 students were awarded degrees, diplomas, and certificates.
  4. Research Grants: The university received research grants from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) and the National Research Fund (NRF) to support research projects in various fields, including medicine, agriculture, and engineering.
  5. Infrastructure Development: DELSU continued to develop its infrastructure, including the construction of new lecture halls, hostels, and a state-of-the-art library.
  6. Sports Achievements: The university's sports teams achieved success in various competitions, including the Delta State University Games and the National University Games.
  7. Alumni Association: The DELSU Alumni Association was re-launched in 2019, with the aim of promoting unity and cooperation among alumni and supporting the development of the university.
  8. Community Service: DELSU students and staff participated in various community service projects, including environmental clean-up exercises, health outreach programs, and educational support initiatives.
  9. International Collaboration: The university signed a memorandum of understanding with the University of Benin (UNIBEN) to collaborate on research and academic programs.
  10. Ranking: DELSU was ranked among the top 10 universities in Nigeria by the Webometrics Ranking of World Universities in 2019.

These are just a few of the notable news stories about DELSU in 2019. If you're looking for more specific information or updates, I'd be happy to help!