The one-week-long Research and Innovation Week Conference, under the theme "Building Bridges Through Research and Innovation," that commenced on January 27, 2025, ended today.Thirty papers covering different scientific topics and eighteen posters were presented in four parallel sessions. All the presentations were followed by actively engaging discussions and scientific arguments, as well as inquiries raised [...]
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, […]
The one-week celebration of Research and Innovation Week at Jimma University continued today under the theme "Building Innovation Ecosystems: Enabling a Culture of Innovation in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) for National Impact."In his opening remarks, Professor Gemechis File, Vice President for Business and Administration at Jimma University, emphasized that this occasion not only marks a [...]
The one-week celebration of Research and Innovation Week at Jimma University, which was launched yesterday, continued today under the theme “Building Stronger Collaboration for Impact.” In his opening speech, Dr. Zerihun Assefa, Jimma University’s Vice President for Research and Community Service, emphasized that this program provides an opportunity to discuss important issues that contribute to […]
Jimma University officials warmly welcomed a delegation led by Her Excellency Anna Maria Bernini, a Member of the Senate and the Minister of Universities and Research, alongside His Excellency Agostino Palese, the Ambassador of Italy to Ethiopia. The delegation visited Jimma University to strengthen ties and explore collaboration opportunities. During the visit, the delegation received […]
Jimma University officials warmly welcomed H.E. Alemtsehay Paulos: Head of Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet Affairs Minister , who is the Chair of the Board of Governance. During the visit, H.E. Alemtsehay received a briefing from Dr. Jemal Abafita, the president of Jimma University, who informed her about the university’s strategic directions and […]
On January 17, 2025, Jimma University unveiled its new Data Science Hub through an engaging workshop focused on leveraging data-driven solutions to transform Africa’s agricultural development for climate adaptation. In his opening speech, Dr. Jemal Abafita stated, “Today marked a significant milestone in our journey toward innovation and excellence as we inaugurated the Data Science […]
Jimma University held a pivotal two-day capacity-building workshop on January 13-14, 2025. The event brought together different academic and administrative staff, including deans, department heads, PG coordinators, and senior academic leaders, to refine the university’s master’s and PhD programs in alignment with institutional, national, and global priorities. The workshop commenced with a welcoming speech by […]
Delegates from the French Embassy in Addisa Ababa will visit Jimma University on January 21, 2025. They will provide an in-person information about scholarship opportunities at French universities, covering both Bachelor’s and Master’s programs. Interested students can attend the presentation by registering using the link. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfaFmqwM_7Y8UL_JuD0ksodNoXZfC_Ed1JcRU164nvGF9feNQ/viewform?usp=pp_url We are in the Community! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JimmaUniv/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JimmaUniv […]
In response to the escalating conflict in Sudan, a significant number of Ethiopian nationals, particularly from Jimma zone, are returning home under dire circumstances. These returnees are facing numerous challenges, including lost livelihoods, emotional distress from displacement, and difficulties reintegrating into their communities without adequate resources. To tackle these urgent issues, Jimma University has unveiled […]