Unizik news today

Here are some recent news updates from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNIZIK):

Academics

  1. New Vice-Chancellor Appointed: Professor Charles Arinze has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of UNIZIK, effective from February 2023.
  2. Research Grant Awarded: The university has been awarded a research grant by the National Research Foundation (NRF) to investigate the effects of climate change on agricultural productivity in Nigeria.
  3. New Degree Programmes Launched: UNIZIK has launched new degree programmes in fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Cybersecurity to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in these areas.

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 following reports of theft and vandalism.
  3. Sports Competition: The university's sports team has won several awards in the just-concluded Inter-University Sports Competition.

Community Engagement

  1. Community Development Project: UNIZIK has launched a community development project aimed at improving the living conditions of residents in nearby communities.
  2. Health Outreach: The university's medical team has conducted a health outreach programme in nearby communities, providing free medical services to residents.
  3. Environmental Cleanup: The university has organized an environmental cleanup exercise to promote sustainability and reduce waste on campus.

Other News

  1. Infrastructure Development: The university has embarked on a massive infrastructure development project, which includes the construction of new lecture halls, hostels, and recreational facilities.
  2. International Collaboration: UNIZIK has signed a memorandum of understanding with a foreign university to promote academic collaboration and exchange programmes.
  3. Alumni Association: The university's alumni association has been re-launched to promote networking and community engagement among alumni.

Please note that these are just some of the recent news updates from UNIZIK, and there may be more news available online or through official university channels.