Funaab news and gist

Here are some recent news and gist from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB):

Academic News

  1. New Vice-Chancellor Appointed: Professor Olusola Bandele Oyewole has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of FUNAAB, effective from February 2023.
  2. New Academic Programmes: The University has introduced new academic programmes, including a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management and Toxicology, and a Master of Science in Plant Breeding.
  3. Research Grants: FUNAAB has received research grants from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) and the National Research Foundation (NRF) to support research in areas such as agriculture, biotechnology, and environmental science.

Campus News

  1. Student Union Election: The Student Union Government (SUG) election has been held, with a new set of executives elected to serve the students of FUNAAB.
  2. Campus Development: The University has embarked on several infrastructure development projects, including the construction of new lecture halls, hostels, and a state-of-the-art library.
  3. Sports and Recreation: FUNAAB has participated in several inter-university sports competitions, including the Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) and the West African University Games (WAUG).

Alumni News

  1. Alumni Association: The FUNAAB Alumni Association has been re-launched, with a new executive council elected to serve the alumni community.
  2. Career Development: The Alumni Association has organized several career development programs, including workshops and seminars, to help alumni stay updated in their respective fields.
  3. Donations: The Alumni Association has made several donations to the University, including equipment and facilities for the departments of Agriculture and Environmental Science.

Other News

  1. Community Service: FUNAAB has organized several community service programs, including a clean-up exercise and a health outreach program, to give back to the community.
  2. International Collaboration: The University has signed several Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with international institutions, including universities in the United States, United Kingdom, and China, to promote academic and research collaborations.
  3. Awards and Recognition: FUNAAB has received several awards and recognition for its outstanding performance in research, teaching, and community service.

These are just a few of the recent news and gist from FUNAAB. If you're looking for more information, you can visit the University's website or social media pages.