The one-week celebration of Research and Innovation Week at Jimma University continued today under the theme “Research Conference: Harnessing 21st Century Technological Advances in Ethiopian Higher Education.”
The conference was attended by board members of Jimma University, presidents and vice presidents from different universities, researchers, academic staff, university officials, and honored guests.
Dr. Zerihun Assefa, Vice President for Research and Community Service of Jimma University, welcomed the conference attendees. He pointed out the necessity of the conference in fostering dialogue and sharing knowledge to embrace technological change and equip the institutions with fundamental innovations and research.
Dr. Teklu Tafese, the delegate of Jimma University President Dr. Jemal Aba Fiita, officially opened the conference by stressing that this conference marks a significant milestone in the journey toward educational excellence, innovation, and sustainable development in Ethiopia. He highlighted the significance of harnessing 21st-century technological advances in higher education, reflecting the transformative potential of technology that aligns with national priorities, and emphasized that technology integration in higher education serves as a catalyst for innovation across sectors.
During the event, Dr. Ersido Lendebo, member of the Board of Governance at Jimma University, delivered a keynote speech. Dr. Ersido emphasized that the knowledge and skills required to use technology must advance to solve the problems of society in Ethiopia.
Today’s event included presentations and discussions on various papers in parallel sessions.
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