Thursday, January 17, 2008

Welcome to The University Of DODOMA(Expected to be The Biggest University In East Africa)

The history of higher education in Tanzania has been re-written.It has been re-written by the establishment of a new public institution-The University Of Dodoma(UDOM).UDOM has been established by the goverment of Tanzania under the Universities Act of 2005 and its Charter.Establishment of UDOM is part of the overall national efforts to enhance economic growth,reduce poverty and improve social wellbeing.We celebrate that a new knowledge powerhouse is born.
We invite potential students,individuals,institutions,development partners,the private sector and well-wishers to join us in this exciting initiative.Embracing knowlege is our motto.We are committed to create an outstandingly attractive enviroment to study and work.We are committed to build UDOM to an institution of a global standing,capable of harnessing the power of knowledge and creativity to serve humanity.Join us in whatever way you can.

From The Vice Chancellor's Desk,Prof. Idris Kikula.
In february 2007,His excellency,Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete,The President of United Republic Of Tanzania appointed top leadership of The University Of Dodoma(UDOM).He appointed Hon.Benjamin William Mkapa ,former president of Tanzania as Chancellor of the new University.According to the Part 111,section7(1) of the Charter of UDOM signed by the President on 28th March 2007,the Chancellor is the Head of the University.
Hon.Dr Mohamed Gharib Bilal was accordingly apponted Chairman of the University Council.Dr.Bilal is a former Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Science,Technology and Higher Education and Chief Minister Of the Revolutionary Govervement of Zanzibar.
The University's top management was also appointed the same day.Prof.Idris Suleiman Kikula was appointed Vice-Chancellor.He is the former and last Principal Of the University College of Lands and Architectural Studies.Previously he was the founder Director of the Directorate of Research and Publications and Director of the institute of Resource Assessment.
Section 9(1) of the Charter stipulales that there shall be Deputy Vice-Chancellors.Accordingly H.E President appointed Prof.Ludovick Kinabo Deputy Vice-Chancellor in charge of academic,Research and Consultancy.Prof.Shaaban Mlacha was appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor in Charge of Planning,Finance and Administration.
Other office bearers like College Principals,Deans of Schools,associate Directors and Heads of Departments shall be appointed by the Council following the laid down procedures and as the University establishes itself.
The establishment of The university Of Dodoma is yet another chapter in the history of the higher education in Tanzania.It is meant to create space for expanded enrolment for its deserving sons and daughters.Many people qualified candidates do not get places in Universities because of limited capacities.It is expected that The University of Dodoma will atleast respond to this dire need for increased enrolment capacity.It is impotant to however state here that the quest to expand enrolment should not in any way compromise standards.The Chancellor,Chairman and Management of The University Of Dodoma are very categorical on this important aspect.We pleadge to uphold standards.

3 comments:

raymagambo said...

poa mzee tutafikaje hapo

Sanga,G.J. said...

Is good that tou are proud of being a pioneer of the new Univeristy (UDOM).Good spirit but it should be in your heart and you every day working. The University need young and enegetic individuals like you for its success.I wish you all the best,Bye!
UDOM lecturer in excile.

Sanga,G.J. said...

As one of the Tanzanians with good wish to the country, I congratulate the government for establishing the University. It is the best way of fighting against povery and ignorance, the problem that are cruiping our country and the continent.Dear my feloow Tanzanians let us use this opportunity to develop our self.