As the Vice Dean, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the School of Veterinary Medicine (WU-SVM) at Wollega University—a hub of academic excellence, applied research, and impactful community service. Structured with four core academic departments and three coordinating offices, we prepare professionals equipped to tackle animal health, public health, and livestock productivity challenges.
Excellence in Education, Research & Service
Driven by Wollega University's strategic mission to become one of the top ten African Universities of Applied Sciences by 2042, our school excels across three primary domains:
🎓 Academic Programs: Offering 3 undergraduate degrees (DVM, BVSc, and VLT) and 6 specialized Master of Science (MSc) postgraduate programs.
🔬 Applied Research: Conducting targeted scientific inquiries that address regional and national industry demands.
🏥 Clinical & Community Outreach: Providing expert veterinary care and community services that directly improve community livelihoods.
Our Core Values
Underpinning all our activities is a strong commitment to academic integrity, collaboration, transparency, and customer satisfaction. Our accomplished staff works hand-in-hand with students to ensure they are fully prepared for dynamic, impact-driven careers.
We cordially invite you to explore our academic offerings, research initiatives, and clinical service units. Prospective students, researchers, and partners are warmly invited to join our thriving academic community.
Lama Yimer (DVM, MVSc)
Assistant Professor of Veterinary Microbiology
Vice Dean, School of Veterinary Medicine
- Location: Wollega University (Main Campus), P.O. Box 395, Ethiopia
- Phone: +251 917081237
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