Unical latest news

Here are some of the latest news and updates from the University of Calabar (UNICAL):

Academics

  1. New Academic Programmes: UNICAL has introduced new academic programmes in the Faculty of Agriculture, including a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Extension.
  2. Research Grants: The university has received research grants from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to support research in areas such as climate change, renewable energy, and public health.

Campus Life

  1. Student Union Election: The Student Union Government (SUG) election has been postponed to a later date due to logistical issues.
  2. Campus Security: The university has increased security measures on campus, including the deployment of additional security personnel and the installation of CCTV cameras.

Administration

  1. New Vice-Chancellor: Professor Florence Obi has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of UNICAL, succeeding Professor Zana Akpagu.
  2. Staff Development: The university has launched a staff development programme to enhance the skills and competencies of its academic and non-academic staff.

Community Engagement

  1. Community Outreach: UNICAL has launched a community outreach programme to engage with local communities and promote the university's research and development activities.
  2. Collaboration with Industry: The university has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Cross River State Government to collaborate on projects such as agriculture, healthcare, and education.

Sports

  1. Sports Competition: UNICAL has won the 2022 University of Calabar Sports Competition, defeating other universities in the state.
  2. Athletic Team: The university's athletic team has qualified for the 2022 National University Games (NUGA) to be held in Abuja.

Other News

  1. Infrastructure Development: The university has embarked on a massive infrastructure development project, including the construction of new lecture halls, hostels, and recreational facilities.
  2. Alumni Association: The UNICAL Alumni Association has launched a new initiative to support the development of the university and its alumni.

Please note that these are just some of the latest news and updates from UNICAL, and may not be exhaustive or up-to-date. For more information, you can visit the university's official website or social media channels.