Welcome to College of Social Sciences and Humanities!
As the Vice Dean, it is my great pleasure to introduce you to our college, a hub of intellectual growth, academic excellence, and innovative research. With 11 departments, 2 schools, and 8 coordinating offices, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes critical thinking, creativity, and lifelong learning. Our academic programs are designed to address the evolving needs of society by equipping students with the knowledge and skills required to meet the challenges of today’s world.
Our college offers a wide range of programs at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. We proudly provide 13 Bachelor of Arts (BA) programs and 5 Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) programs, each tailored to nurture the minds of future professionals and educators. At the postgraduate level, we offer 24 Master’s (MA) programs and 11 PhD programs across diverse disciplines, designed to advance specialized knowledge and foster cutting-edge research. Our staff members are dedicated scholars, researchers, and practitioners who work closely with students to ensure they are equipped with the tools necessary for success.
In addition to our diverse academic offerings, we are deeply committed to research and community engagement. Our college continually strives to create opportunities for students and the staff to engage in meaningful research that addresses the pressing issues of our time. We encourage collaboration between our departments, schools, and external partners to ensure that the knowledge generated within our college has a tangible impact on society.
Our coordinating offices play an integral role in ensuring the smooth operation of academic programs, student services, and administrative support. These offices facilitate everything from research coordination to student welfare, making sure that both our academic and non-academic activities align with the mission and vision of the college. We are committed to maintaining high standards of academic integrity and administrative efficiency to better serve our students and faculty.
We invite you to explore the exciting opportunities within our college. Whether you are a prospective student, a current member of the academic community, or simply an interested visitor, we hope our website provides you with the information and insights you need. We are proud of the vibrant, diverse, and intellectually stimulating environment we have cultivated, and we look forward to welcoming you to our community of scholars and leaders.
Eba Teresa Garoma (PhD, Associate Professor)
PhD in Theoretical and Descriptive Linguistics
Vice Dean, College of Social Sciences and Humanities
Jimma University