Dear Members of Wollega University Community and Esteemed national and international Partners,

It is with great pride and a profound sense of responsibility that I extend my message to you as the current head of the institution. Wollega University (WU) is one of the public higher learning institutions in Ethiopia located in the Oromia Region in the western part of Ethiopia. The University was established 17 years ago with three campuses located in Gimbi, Nekemte, and Shambu, and a specialized comprehensive teaching hospital. WU is located in a resourceful and strategically important area of Ethiopia. The area is known for its huge yet untapped potential for agriculture, mineral resource, nature-based as well as manmade tourism, indigenous institutions, and for its geopolitical importance including for its proximity to the Grand Ethiopia Renaissance Dam (GERD). The latter would contribute towards facilitating economic integration in the Horn of Africa and beyond.    

 WU has been differentiated by the Ethiopian Ministry of Education as an Applied Sciences University. Accordingly, WU is strives to stand as a distinguished institution of applied sciences, committed to excellence in teaching, research, and community services. With a wide array of colleges, institutes, and schools, we endeavor to meet the evolving needs of our society and contribute meaningfully to national and global development. In recognition of local and national resource endowments, comparative and competitive advantages, strategic national development priorities and emerging global challenges, the University has identified Agriculture and Agro-processing, Health, Mining, and Manufacturing as its key focus areas for excellence.

Applied sciences universities are expected to play a special role in the endeavor for achieving sustainable socio-economic development at local, national, and global levels. Our ambition is to produce graduates who are not only knowledgeable but also skilled, adaptable, creative and innovative, and ready to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of local community, industry, national economy, and humanity at large.  Teaching and learning are anticipated to be grounded in relevance and learning-by-doing. Our academic programs are designed to respond to the demands of the labor market while also addressing emerging opportunities and challenges at national and global levels.  Through hands-on training, industry linkages, and applied research projects, we ensure that our students graduate with the skills, mindset, and confidence required to excel in diverse fields and entrepreneurial activities. We continuously review and update our curricula to keep pace with the dynamic needs of society and the global economy. We are working on human resource development to ensure that our colleges and institutes have adequate number competent and dedicated scholars and professionals who bring academic rigor, practical experience, and a deep sense of service to their work.

Equally central to our mission is our focus on theme-based, applied and problem-solving research and innovation activities.  Faculty members and postgraduate students at WU would engage in theme-based research and innovation projects that tackle critical challenges. We aim to build a vibrant research and innovation culture that is locally grounded, globally informed, and solution oriented. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and strengthening partnership with industry, and international institutions, we ensure our research remains relevant, impactful, and transformative.

Moreover, community engagement is another cornerstone of our identity. As a public university, we recognize our responsibility to work hand-in-hand with the communities we serve. We aspire to provide transformative community services. Our outreach activities are designed to promote the application of research-based knowledge, build capacity, and promote inclusive development. We support a wide range of outreach programs including, agricultural development, climate change adaptation and mitigation, entrepreneurship, gender and youth empowerment, legal aid, education quality improvement, and local governance support. Our engagement efforts are grounded in mutual respect, shared learning, and sustainable impact.  

To support our mission, significant efforts are being made to expand and modernize our infrastructure. New facilities are under construction, and existing structures are undergoing renovation to create a conducive and inspiring environment. These developments are a testament to our unwavering commitment to educational quality and institutional growth.

An essential element of our continued growth lies in cultivating a strong, responsible institutional culture. Every member of Wollega University must embrace a sense of ownership, viewing the University as a shared home the advancement of which calls for collective action. It is the duty of each one of us to work diligently, ethically, and collaboratively to elevate the standing and strengthen the impact of our institution.

To our students, who represent the future of experts, leadership and innovation: we encourage you to see yourselves as the successors who will carry this institution forward. Your commitment to hard work, continuous learning, and skills development is essential not only for your personal success but also for the advancement of Wollega University and the nation at large.

In this spirit of global vision and mutual interests, we extend a warm invitation to potential  international partners universities, research institutions, development agencies, NGOs, and the private sector to collaborate with us in shaping a more sustainable and equitable future. Whether through joint research, faculty and student exchanges, capacity-building initiatives, or technology transfer, we welcome partnerships that are based on mutual respect, shared goals, and a commitment to meaningful impact. In this regard, we have established an Office of Internationalization to foster partnerships with global institutions, promoting collaboration, academic mobility, and international engagement.

 Generally, in all our endeavors, our ultimate goal should be to make our University a vibrant, dynamic institution where talent flourishes, innovation thrives and everyone aspires to belong. Together, through perseverance, collaboration, and vision, we will build a university that not only meets the needs of today but shapes the promise of tomorrow.

Thank you.

Tesfaye Lemma (Associate Professor)

Wollega University President

WHO IS Dr.TESFAYE LEMMA?

Name: Tekalign Emiru Ejigu
Academic Rank: Lecturer
Position: Head of Department, Fisheries and Aquatic Science
Specialization: MS.c, Environmental Science
Contact Address: Wallaga University, Shambu Campus, Oromia, Ethiopia
Telephone(s): +251917708026

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Corporate Communication Directorate office has been doing its level best in building good image of the University and keeping the reputation of the University with its credible information providing to the society through; Radio, Television, University website ,face book page and different publications .We have developed good experience of using all types of Media in communicating with the society and this has brought good opportunity to our University ,which is helpful to our University’s Development. We promise to work hard to create strong line of Communication with the Society and different stakeholders about the works we are doing for the betterment of the society all types of media available to use.

   Dear our entire academic staff, administrative staff and students, I am very much delighted to give credit for your commitment in making our University fruitful and productive in all the activities running in our University. Education is a foundation to every side of human life success .It is vital to work hard in securing quality education to support our country’s multifaceted development. In this regard ,Wollega University is doing its’ level best by training quality graduates and trainees .The University’s responsibility in handling research activities is also on its highest rank. Many people have benefited from the research outputs gained from our key research centers.

Furthermore, the University is working effectively in serving the community ,especially in solving critical problems the society had been facing .It is focused on bringing tangible change ;in education, search and community Service. Food security and sanitation are some of the key areas the University intensively working to improve in the surrounding community. With the works completed so far, the university has began to harvest good fruits .We are working to provide the best comfort to our students ;in fulfilling their demands in education, food ,entertainment and any other services they demand in the course of education.

I kindly invite you to read our 2011 academic year editions of newsletters of CIICOO VOL 6 ISSUE 1,and WU-INFO SCIENCE VOL 14 ISSUE 1.The two newsletters have plenty of good news included     that the University has been doing in previous months. Enjoy reading the two newsletters and give us your constructive comments to improve our strategies of communication.

Corporate Communication Directorate office has been doing its level best in building good image of the University and keeping the reputation of the University with its credible information providing to the society through; Radio, Television, University website ,face book page and different publications .We have developed good experience of using all types of Media in communicating with the society and this has brought good opportunity to our University ,which is helpful to our University’s Development. We promise to work hard to create strong line of Communication with the Society and different stakeholders about the works we are doing for the betterment of the society all types of media available to use.

   Dear our entire academic staff, administrative staff and students, I am very much delighted to give credit for your commitment in making our University fruitful and productive in all the activities running in our University. Education is a foundation to every side of human life success .It is vital to work hard in securing quality education to support our country’s multifaceted development. In this regard ,Wollega University is doing its’ level best by training quality graduates and trainees .The University’s responsibility in handling research activities is also on its highest rank. Many people have benefited from the research outputs gained from our key research centers.

Furthermore, the University is working effectively in serving the community ,especially in solving critical problems the society had been facing .It is focused on bringing tangible change ;in education, search and community Service. Food security and sanitation are some of the key areas the University intensively working to improve in the surrounding community. With the works completed so far, the university has began to harvest good fruits .We are working to provide the best comfort to our students ;in fulfilling their demands in education, food ,entertainment and any other services they demand in the course of education.

I kindly invite you to read our 2011 academic year editions of newsletters of CIICOO VOL 6 ISSUE 1,and WU-INFO SCIENCE VOL 14 ISSUE 1.The two newsletters have plenty of good news included     that the University has been doing in previous months. Enjoy reading the two newsletters and give us your constructive comments to improve our strategies of communication.

Corporate Communication Directorate office has been doing its level best in building good image of the University and keeping the reputation of the University with its credible information providing to the society through; Radio, Television, University website ,face book page and different publications .We have developed good experience of using all types of Media in communicating with the society and this has brought good opportunity to our University ,which is helpful to our University’s Development. We promise to work hard to create strong line of Communication with the Society and different stakeholders about the works we are doing for the betterment of the society all types of media available to use.

   Dear our entire academic staff, administrative staff and students, I am very much delighted to give credit for your commitment in making our University fruitful and productive in all the activities running in our University. Education is a foundation to every side of human life success .It is vital to work hard in securing quality education to support our country’s multifaceted development. In this regard ,Wollega University is doing its’ level best by training quality graduates and trainees .The University’s responsibility in handling research activities is also on its highest rank. Many people have benefited from the research outputs gained from our key research centers.

Furthermore, the University is working effectively in serving the community ,especially in solving critical problems the society had been facing .It is focused on bringing tangible change ;in education, search and community Service. Food security and sanitation are some of the key areas the University intensively working to improve in the surrounding community. With the works completed so far, the university has began to harvest good fruits .We are working to provide the best comfort to our students ;in fulfilling their demands in education, food ,entertainment and any other services they demand in the course of education.

I kindly invite you to read our 2011 academic year editions of newsletters of CIICOO VOL 6 ISSUE 1,and WU-INFO SCIENCE VOL 14 ISSUE 1.The two newsletters have plenty of good news included     that the University has been doing in previous months. Enjoy reading the two newsletters and give us your constructive comments to improve our strategies of communication.

Corporate Communication Directorate office has been doing its level best in building good image of the University and keeping the reputation of the University with its credible information providing to the society through; Radio, Television, University website ,face book page and different publications .We have developed good experience of using all types of Media in communicating with the society and this has brought good opportunity to our University ,which is helpful to our University’s Development. We promise to work hard to create strong line of Communication with the Society and different stakeholders about the works we are doing for the betterment of the society all types of media available to use.

   Dear our entire academic staff, administrative staff and students, I am very much delighted to give credit for your commitment in making our University fruitful and productive in all the activities running in our University. Education is a foundation to every side of human life success .It is vital to work hard in securing quality education to support our country’s multifaceted development. In this regard ,Wollega University is doing its’ level best by training quality graduates and trainees .The University’s responsibility in handling research activities is also on its highest rank. Many people have benefited from the research outputs gained from our key research centers.

Furthermore, the University is working effectively in serving the community ,especially in solving critical problems the society had been facing .It is focused on bringing tangible change ;in education, search and community Service. Food security and sanitation are some of the key areas the University intensively working to improve in the surrounding community. With the works completed so far, the university has began to harvest good fruits .We are working to provide the best comfort to our students ;in fulfilling their demands in education, food ,entertainment and any other services they demand in the course of education.

I kindly invite you to read our 2011 academic year editions of newsletters of CIICOO VOL 6 ISSUE 1,and WU-INFO SCIENCE VOL 14 ISSUE 1.The two newsletters have plenty of good news included     that the University has been doing in previous months. Enjoy reading the two newsletters and give us your constructive comments to improve our strategies of communication.