A Nigerian University, Thomas Adewumi University, Oko Kwara State (TAU), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bowie State University in Maryland (BSU).
The MoU covers the development of research projects, joint management of grant applications, organisation of joint academic and scientific activities and exchange programmes for students, exchange of publications and other materials of common interest and pathways for students of TAU to advance in their studies.
According to a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, the MoU was signed in the US with the Vice Chancellor of the Thomas Adewumi,
Professor Francisca Oladipo standing in for her school.
Oladipo said: “This MOU symbolises our commitment to fostering meaningful exchanges, culture, understanding, and leverage in our collective expertise, to address challenges, facing our community, and the world at large. Through this partnership, we are affirming our belief in the transformative power of education, and our shared responsibilities to harness it for the greater good.
“All collaboration has the power to catalyse positive change and drive innovation in the STEM, arts and humanities fields. The collaboration shall spur economic development and promote sustainable solutions to complex problems. This partnership will open doors to our students and faculties to engage in meaningful exchanges, collaborative research projects and immersive learning experiences it offers them the opportunity to broaden the horizons of expanded networks and gain invaluable insights from diverse perspectives”.
The Vice-Chancellor in her closing address, also acknowledged that the road ahead may be challenging but it is her strong belief that with the deep commitment of both institutions to innovation and excellence, there is no doubt we will overcome every obstacle and achieve our vision of a brighter future for generations to come.
Also speaking on behalf of Bowie State University, Dr Aminta H. Breaux, said: ” It broadens and deepens the learning experiences and most importantly encourages the students to see where they fit in the world.
She thanked the leadership of TAU for their commitment to the relationship and providing greater opportunities for both institutions to fulfil our responsibilities and the mission to create a better and bright future for our young people in our global community”.
Also speaking, Congressman Oye Owolewa said the MOU was critical for change in the Kwara South community not only economically but for the young people as well.
“It is an opportunity for young people to learn about their culture and histories and where they are from with the hopes of young people not just coming to America but also students going back and being a catalyst for positive change”, he said.
