• A Review on Land Use and Land Cover Change in Ethiopian Basins
• Hydrological Responses to Land Use Land Cover Changes in the Fincha’a Watershed, Ethiopia
• Assessment of water scarcity and its impacts on sustainable development in Awash basin, Ethiopia
• Evaluation of Surface Water Resource Availability under the Impact of Climate Change in the Dhidhessa Sub-Basin, Ethiopia
• Groundwater Potential Assessment Using GIS and Remote Sensing Techniques: Case Study of West Arsi Zone, Ethiopia
• Assessing the performance of conveyance system of Jato small-scale irrigation scheme of Wayu-Tuka District, East Wallaga Zone, Oromia, Ethiopa
• Performance evaluation of small-scale irrigation system in case of Degero and Gura Daso, Nejo District, West Wallaga, Oromia, Ethiopia
• Virtual Water and Its Share in Per-capita Water Availability (Case Study of Ethiopia)
• Modeling Sediment Yield-Case Study Guder Watershed, Blue Nile Basin, Central Ethiopia
• Challenges of sustainable development and management of water resources in Ethiopia
• Land dynamics and sustainable management of the Fincha River Basin, Ethiopia
• Hydraulic performance evaluation of diversion weir and canal structures: case study of Basaka small scale irrigation scheme, Wayu Tuka, East Wallaga, Oromia
• Surface Water Potential Assessment and Water Demand Evaluation: A Case Of Dabus Watershed, Ethiopia
• Past and future land use/land cover changes in the Ethiopian Fincha Sub-Basin
• SWAT model-based quantification of the impact of land use land cover change on sediment yield in the Fincha watershed, Ethiopia
• Evaluating Management Practices to Reduce Sediment Yield in the Fincha Watershed, Ethiopia
• Baro Akobo river basin planning executed with Dambi Dollo University
• Development and Application of Spatially Parameterized Depth Duration Frequency Model for Estimation of Design Rainfall for Oromia State, Ethiopia
• Application of HEC-HMS for the Assessment of Water Availability in Fincha and Didessa Sub-basin, Ethiopia
• Runoff and sediment yield modeling of Meki river watershed using SWAT model in Rift Valley lakes basin, Ethiopia
• Land Use Land Cover Dynamics on Sediment Yield Modeling of Angar Sub-Basin, Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia

Research on going

Assessment of surface Irrigation Land Suitability and Water availability Using GIS and Hydrological Modeling: A case Study of the Anger River Sub –basin, West Oromia, Ethiopia

Watershed Management and removal of water Hyacinth from Meka (Chanco) Reservoir.

Community-Based Flood Risk Assessment and Resilience Building in Nekemte City, Ethiopia

Training on Irrigation System Management and Maintenance of Irrigation Structures for Dabesa Small-Scale Irrigation Project

Simple Urban Vertical Irrigation System for Sustainable Community Gardening

Predictive Modeling of Rainfall Patterns Using Machine Learning Techniques: A Case Study of Nekemte City and Its Surrounding Areas (Research)

The department of Hydraulic and Water resources engineering was established in 2010 at Wollega University. This program is aimed at training manpower required for the realization of the country’s vast hydropower and water resources potential. Well-qualified Hydraulic Engineers will be produced through this program who can actively be engaged in the planning; design; development and management of water resources projects in general.

Hydraulic and Water resources engineering department teaching launched with limited number of staffs and educational resources. However, now days, it is relatively a full-dedicated staffs in Wollega University in terms of professional. By now, the graduates will have the capacity to innovate, transfer technology & entrepreneurship. It has a total of 32 academic staff (one PhD, one Assc.Prof holder, 5PhD candidates, 22 MSc holders, and 3BSc). Their academic ranks are: one associate professor, 6 assistant professors, 22 lecturers and 3 assistant lecturers.

In the year 2016, the program expanded its program and launched a master’s program in Hydraulic Engineering in regular modalities. Many Professionals and researchers have been graduated from the master program of the department, and are playing their roles in building the nation. The programs of the department aim to innovate transfer technology& entrepreneurship both nationally and internationally. Furthermore, the B.Sc. degree in Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering as the first academic degree may also be the starting point for further academic qualification.

Lastly, as Ministry of education, University is categorized under Universities of Applied Sciences, the department of Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering has reviewed its curriculum to align with the plan of applied sciences, and to attention on practical activities.

Faculty of Natural and Environmental Sciences, Gimbi Campus, Wellega University, is one of the faculties of Wollega Universty. It consists of six departments and has graduated a total of 397 students to date. It has been thriving its best to achieve its established mission and ensure the success of the growth and transformation the campus. In this regard, it is working to produce a full-fledged human resource in various fields of education and training, conduct problem-solving research, and solve societal problems by involving the community as its main objectives. When we look at the composition of the faculty, 3 PhD, 62 master's degrees, and 13 undergraduate degrees, for a total of 78 teachers, have been teaching and learning.

Name: Lammi Atomsa  Itana

Academic Rank:  Lecturer     
College/Institute: School of Nursing and Midwifery, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University
Department/Team: Comprehensive Nursing
Field of Specialization: Bsc in Nursing

• Msc in Adult Health Nursing

Research Interest:  Health

List of Publications

1. Preoperative patient teaching practices and associated factors among nurses working at hospitals in West Shoa Zone, Ethiopia, 2022: a cross-sectional study. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2024.1498406
2. Perception of caring behaviors and associated factors among nurses working in public hospitals of east wollega zone, ethiopia, 2023. Mixed method study. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1513819
3. Exploring the HIV Disclosure Patterns to Sexual Partners and Associated Factors Among HIV‐Positive Adults in Sheger City, Ethiopia: A Multicenter Study. Doi: 10.1155/arat/4117734
4. Magnitude of workplace violence and its associated factors against nurses working in public hospitals of Western Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study. BMC Nurs. 2024 Nov 18;23(1):843. doi: 10.1186/s12912-024-02497-5.
5. Practice of Blood Pressure Self-monitoring and Associated Factors among Hypertensive Patients on Follow-up Visits at Hospitals, West Shoa Zone, Oromia, Ethiopia, 2022.An institution based cross-sectional study. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijnsa.2024.100236

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The Department of Emergency and Critical Care Nursing at Wallaga University, Institute of Health Sciences, School of Nursing and Midwifery, has been establishment in 2010 E.C. The department was founded in alignment with the vision and mission of Wallaga University. Emergency and Critical care nursing is a Nursing specialty within nursing that deals specifically with human responses to life-threatening problems. Emergency and critical care nurse is a licensed professional nurse who is responsible for ensuring that acutely and critically ill patients and their families receive optimal care. Emergency and Critical care nurses can be found working in a wide variety of environments and specialties, such as emergency departments and the intensive care units. 

Academic Programs

The department offers a comprehensive suite of programs that cater to different levels of professional development:

1. Post-Basic in Emergency and Critical Care Nursing
2. Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Emergency and Critical Care Nursing (Generic)

Program Duration

• Post-Basic Programs: Two and a half years
• Undergraduate Generic BSc Program: Four years

Achievements

From its foundation, the department has successfully graduated five cohorts of post-basic students. The generic undergraduate program is currently in its second year of training, with growing enrollment and demand.

Through these programs, the department continues to fulfill its mission of producing competent, compassionate, and innovative Emergency and Critical care nurses.

DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY AND CRITICAL CARE NURSING                                                                          

         ድንገተኛና ጽኑ ሕሙማን እንክብካቤ ትምህርት ክፍል                                                                                                                                             

Overview

• The Department of Emergency and Critical Care Nursing was established in 2010 E.C as a unit under the Institute of Health Sciences, School of Nursing and Midwifery at Wallaga University. Since its establishment, the department has been dedicated to addressing the critical shortage of professionals in Emergency and Critical Care health services by producing competent nurses who can provide preventive, curative, and rehabilitative care to critically ill patients.
• Initially, the department launched two-and-a-half-year post-basic training programs in Emergency and Critical Care Nursing. This initiative was designed to respond to the urgent demand for specialized Emergency and Critical Care Nursing professionals across the country. Including the post-basic training programs, the department started training BSc in Emergency and Critical Care Nursing undergraduates, thereby addressing gaps in the middle level of Emergency and critical care nursing health professionals.
• The department has maintained its commitment to Wallaga University’s vision and mission by producing highly skilled and compassionate nurses capable of serving diverse communities in Ethiopia. Training of these specialty nurses has proven to be both feasible and effective in reducing preventable emergency and critically ill patients and mortality.

Leadership History: Mr. Nesru Hiko from 2010 E.C till now acting as department head.

Vision, Mission, and Objectives of the department

Vision

☞ The vision of our program is to produce compassionate, skilled, and resilient healthcare providers who are dedicated to saving lives, improving outcomes, and providing high-quality care in high-stress, fast-paced environments. 

Mission

☞ To produce competent emergency & critical care nursing professionals who are able to provide a wide range of emergency and critical care for patients with life-threatening illnesses and injuries.

Aim of the Program

☞ To produce competent, compassionate, innovative, and committed emergency & critical care nurses who undertake preventive, curative, and rehabilitative health services tailored to the needs of Ethiopia’s population, while meeting both present and future national priorities and international professional standards.

Objectives of the department

• Prepare emergency & critical care nurses equipped with solid knowledge of biomedical science, clinical and public health practice
• Prepare emergency and critical care nursing students in providing individualized patient care using the nursing processes.
• Equip emergency and critical care nursing students on the management of patients with multiple organ failure using the existing scientific knowledge
• Equip emergency and critical care nursing students on the establishment and strengthening of emergency medical services system
• enable emergency and critical care nursing students practice in a professional manner on all level of emergency and critical care setting
• Train emergency and critical care nursing in developing professional communication skill in dealing with patients’ family and other health professionals
• Prepare the emergency and critical care nursing students participate in conducting and utilizing relevant research findings
• Train emergency and critical care nursing students to apply evidence-based nursing practice for patients
• Train the emergency and critical care nursing in practical skills based on theoretical foundation
• Equip the students with leadership and management skills
• Equip students with critical thinking and decision-making skills which lead to reflective and responsible practice

Program Admission Requirement (Eligibility)

• Applicants must:
  • Have a natural science background
  • Meet the Ministry of Education criteria for entry into degree-level programs.
  • Be physically fit, capable of undertaking essential clinical diagnostic techniques (inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation), and free from hearing impairments.
  • Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Dear Esteemed Colleagues and Partners,

It is my great pleasure to present the official profile of the School of Nursing and Midwifery under the Institute of Health Sciences, Wallaga University. Our school has made remarkable progress in advancing academic excellence, professional competence, and community service through quality education, research, and healthcare service delivery.
We remain committed to producing competent and compassionate nurses and midwives who contribute meaningfully to the health system of Ethiopia and beyond. I extend my sincere appreciation to our academic, clinical, and administrative staff for their dedication, and to the University administration for its continued support.
With best regards,

Mr. Tesfaye Abera Gudeta (MSc, Assistant Professor)

Director, Nursing and Midwifery Academic and Service Directorate
Wallaga University

1. Introduction

The School of Nursing and Midwifery was established in 2007 under the Faculty of Health Sciences and later reorganized as a School under the Institute of Health Sciences, Wallaga University. Since its inception, the School has expanded its programs, improved teaching and learning facilities, and strengthened its contribution to the regional and national health sector.
Currently, the School offers twelve academic programs: eight undergraduate and four postgraduate programs and provides essential teaching learning, research, community service and clinical services in Wallaga University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. The School plays a key role in training competent nurses and midwives who serve in hospitals, health centers, and community settings across Ethiopia.

2. Vision, Mission, and Core Values

Vision:

To be a center of excellence in nursing and midwifery education, research, and service at national and international levels.

Mission:

To produce competent, ethical, and compassionate nursing and midwifery professionals through high-quality education, evidence-based practice, and community engagement.

Core Values:

Academic excellence, professionalism, teamwork, ethical conduct, innovation, gender equity, and community-centered service.

3. Departments under the school

1. Department of Comprehensive Nursing
2. Department of Midwifery
3. Department of Pediatrics and Neonatal Nursing
4. Department of Psychiatric Nursing
5. Department of Emergency and critical Care Nursing
6. Department of Surgical Nursing

4. Departments planned to be independent

1. Department of Neonatal Health Nursing

2. Department of Operating Technique Nursing

3. Department of Ophthalmic Nursing

5. Programs planned to be launched and curriculum is being prepared

1. MSc in Neonatal Health Nursing Residency

6. Academic Programs

1. The School of Nursing and Midwifery currently runs the following programs:
2. Undergraduate Programs:
   BSc in Comprehensive Nursing
   2. BSc in Midwifery
   3. BSc in Psychiatry Nursing
   4. BSc in Pediatric and Child Health Nursing
   5. BSc in Neonatal Nursing
   6. BSc in Surgical Nursing
   7. BSc in Emergency and Critical Care Nursing
   8. BSc in Ophthalmic Nursing

            9. BSc in Operation Theater Nursing
Undergraduate Programs (Post Basic programs)

1. BSc in Midwifery
2. BSc in Psychiatry Nursing
3. BSc in Pediatric and Child Health Nursing
4. BSc in Neonatal Nursing
5. BSc in Surgical Nursing
6. BSc in Emergency and Critical Care Nursing
7. BSc in Ophthalmic Nursing
8. Operation Technique Nursing

Postgraduate Programs:
1. MSc in Maternity and Reproductive Health Nursing
2. MSc in Adult Health Nursing
3. MSc in Pediatric and Child Health Nursing
4. MSc in Clinical Midwifery

7. Student and Staff Profile

Currently, the School of Nursing and Midwifery has a total of 462 active students, comprising 440 undergraduate and 22 postgraduate students. Since its establishment, the School has admitted more than 2,300 students and graduated over 1,900 professionals who are now serving in diverse healthcare settings across Ethiopia. The School is staffed by 92 academic instructors, 230 clinical staff, and 14 supportive staff, ensuring high-quality teaching, clinical mentoring, and administrative support.

8. Infrastructure and Resources

The School has well-equipped teaching and administrative facilities including 20 classrooms, 18 offices, two equipped skills laboratories, one library, a smart classroom, computer and internet access, and teaching aids such as LCD projectors, computers, and printers. These facilities support effective teaching, learning, and research activities.

9. Key Achievements and Contributions

• Expanded undergraduate and postgraduate programs to address national human resource needs in health.
• Strengthened collaboration with Wallaga University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital for clinical training and service delivery.
• Promoted community engagement through outreah, maternal health education, and clinical mentorship.
• Improved academic quality through staff development and postgraduate training.
• Contributed to national efforts in improving maternal, neonatal, and child health outcomes.

The School of Nursing and Midwifery continues to uphold Wallaga University’s mission of excellence in education, research, and community service. With sustained support from the University administration and partners, the School strives to remain a leading institution in producing skilled nursing and midwifery profession

Education background  

Ph.D specialization, in Ecology (Plant biology and biodiversity management) from Addis Ababa University College of natural and computation Science, date of graduation December 28, 2019.

Higher Diploma Program (HDP) for teaching methodology from Wallaga University, date of graduation February 19, 2013

M.Sc. Degree, in Agroforestry and Soil management from Hawassa University Wondo Genet Collage of Forestry and Natural Resources, date of graduation April 30, 2011.

B.Sc. Degree, in Farm Forestry from Hawassa University Wondo Genet Collage of Forestry and Natural Resources, date of graduation July 5, 2008..

Publications

1. Tree species diversity in smallholder coffee farms of western Oromia, Ethiopia. African Journal of Geo-Science Research, 3: 1-3.
2. Diversity of Shade Tree Species in Smallholder Coffee Farms of Western Oromia,

1. International journal of Agroforestry and Silviculture, 2017, 5(4):294-304

3. Effect of Dominant Shade Trees on Coffee Production in Manasibu District, west

1. Oromia, Ethiopia. Sci. Technol. Arts Res. J., 2014, 3(3): 18-22

4. `Impact of Forest Disturbance on Woody Species Diversity: A Comparative Study among Forest Zones in Western Ethiopia. Journ. Univ. Scien and Tech.2021, 1(1):1-15
5. Higher Plant Conservation across a Gradient of Increasing Agroecosystems Management Intensity in Western Ethiopia. East African Journal of Forestry and Agroforestry, 2022, 5(1): 32-48.  https://doi.org/10.37284/eajfa.5.1.589.

Research interests (areas of concern)

1. Biodiversity conservation (plant biodiversity, agrobiodiversity)
2. Taxonomy
3. Ecological studies (Ecosystem management, Carbon sequestration and storage…)
4. Forestry (almost all aspects of the farm forestry, general forestry, production and urban forestry)
5. soil science (soil conservation, soil fertility, soil management)
6. Agroforestry systems (species diversity, component interaction, land use systems)
7. Soil plant water relationship
8. Environmental studies (land degradation)
9. Land use land cover changes.