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𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝘁 𝗝𝗶𝗴𝗷𝗶𝗴𝗮 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆! **** Jigjiga University's graduating students celebrated Cultural Day in vibrant style! The event showcased our rich cultural diversity, bringing together traditions, music, and dance from across the country. The top management of the university led by Abdi Ahmed, Ph.D., Vice President for Academic Affairs joined the celebration, underscoring the importance of unity and heritage in our academic community. University’s Student Service Directorate congratulates in advance to our graduates for honoring their heritage and embracing unity through diversity. #jigjigauniversity #culturalday #graduation #UnityInDiversity

Jigjiga University;"Embracing the vibrant tapestry of cultures at JJU, where diversity enriches learning and unity sparks innovation." #diversity #cultural #studentdiversity #jigjigauniversity

𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵: New Research Published by One of Our Esteemed Faculty Member! Direct link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772502223001208?via%3Dihub

Wrapping Up an Inspiring Event: “Play-Based Pedagogy: Advocating for Every Child” at Jigjiga University’s East African Child Development Research Institute! This inspiring event, co-organized with International Rescue Committee, Unicef Ethiopia, Save the Children in Ethiopia, and USAID Ethiopia, brought together researchers, educators, and advocates all passionate about the power of play in education. It's clear that we all share a commitment to ensuring every child has the opportunity to unlock their potential through play. Dr. Sharmake, Research, Publication & Technology Transfer Directorate Director, closed the conference and thanked all the participants and partners for making this conference happen. A special shoutout to our amazing collaborators for making this conference possible!

𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: 𝗝𝗶𝗴𝗷𝗶𝗴𝗮, 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗮, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! ************ On May 31st, 2024, a high-level discussion on university partnership and collaboration took place in Kampala, Uganda. Dr. Beshir Abdullahi from Jigjiga University, Dr. Mohamed Osman from Samara University, and Prof. Umar Kakuma from Makerere University, convened at Makerere University's main campus to explore potential partnerships. The meeting centered on Academic Exchange Programs, Research Collaboration, Capacity Building, Industry Partnerships, Joint Program Development, Staff Development, and Student Mobility. Makerere University, Uganda's largest and one of East Africa's oldest and leading universities, is at the forefront of this tripartite agreement. The collaboration will focus on joint research and teaching initiatives, along with the exchange of staff and graduate student scholarship opportunities. #UniversityPartnership #AcademicExcellence

Jigjiga University’s Institute of Health Sciences Department heads and exam committee members commenced today a training on; “Computer-Based Testing Exam administration and post exam analysis.” The training was organized by Jigjiga University, Health Science Education Development Center (HSEDC). Dr. Ahmed Hassen, HSEDC Director stated that the objective of the training is to enhance the digital literacy of faculty and academic leaders to transition from paper-and-pen exams to computer-based testing. This is an important step in institutionalizing CBT as a sustainable assessment method across the institute. By working together, the institute can successfully implement CBT and ensure its long-term success as part of the overall quality improvement initiatives. #jigjigauniversity #exam #digitalexams #jju2030

Dr. Muluken Nigatu, CEO of Teachers and Education Leaders Development at MoE, joined online, praising the conference as a valuable platform for dialogue among educators, researchers, and policymakers. He expressed gratitude to Jigjiga University's East African Child Development Research Institute for organizing this timely event. Professor Belay Tefera from AAU emphasized that effective learning through play dispels misconceptions, illuminates dark sides, silences disablers, and empowers enablers. Mr. Abdilahi Elmi, Director of the East African Child Development Research Institute, facilitated the session, encouraging active discussions, questions, and experience sharing. Special guests, including Dr. Fekedes, Vice President for Academic Affairs at Kotobe University of Education, and representatives from IRC, UNICEF, USAID, and Save the Children, attended alongside the Jigjiga University community. In addition to the conference, the coalition of partners celebrated the International Day of Play.

𝗝𝗶𝗴𝗷𝗶𝗴𝗮 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 "𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗱𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗴𝘆: 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱." *************************** Jigjiga University, through its East African Child Development Research Institute, organized a conference on "Play-Based Pedagogy: Advocating for Every Child," in collaboration with IRC, UNICEF, Save the Children, and USAID. Elyas Abdulahi, Ph.D., Vice President for Research, Technology Transfer and Community Service, welcomed the participants, emphasizing the transformative power of play in a child’s life. He highlighted that play is a powerful vehicle for learning, development, and psychosocial wellbeing. Mr. Abdulahi Abdi, Head of the Somali Regional Education Bureau, opened the conference by critiquing traditional education methods that prioritize rote memorization over play.