UNILORIN, U.S based varsity collaborate on staff, students exchange programmes
The University of Ilorin, Nigeria and Albany University, United States of America have begun discussions towards signing a comprehensive agreement that would cover staff and student exchange as well as joint conferences.
This development is following a virtual meeting between the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, and the President (Vice Chancellor) of Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS), New York, USA, Prof. Toyin Tofade.
At the meeting, Prof. Egbewole expressed the commitment of the University of Ilorin towards the promotion of academic excellence, research, and cultural understanding through mutual cooperation, noting that this strategic partnership is expected to facilitate the exchange of knowledge, expertise, and experiences between Faculty members, researchers, and students of both universities.
The UNILORIN's Vice Chancellor said the partnership, if successful, will enable both institutions to leverage on each other's strengths and resources, leading to advancements in research, innovation, and professional development.
Similarly, the President of Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS), expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating that the partnership will undoubtedly enrich the educational experiences of the students and Faculties of both institutions as it would foster a truly global perspective and enhance cross-cultural competencies.
At the initial stage, both institutions agreed to prioritise the fields of Biomedical Sciences, Microbiology, Communication and Information Sciences, and Pharmacy.
However, both institutions envisioned expanding their cooperation to encompass other disciplines as time progresses.
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