The University of Fiji with its emerging focus on internationalization through functioning multilaterally and not unilaterally will have more to its advantage in relation to research-based teaching, research, and knowledge transfer, says Vice-Chancellor Professor Prem Misir.
Speaking at the University’s School of Science and Technology (SOST) student orientation, he added that developing a global network was crucial for the University.
“The University of Fiji is forging ahead with the task of developing a global network of academic and commercial partners; the University of Fiji’s South Pacific location and cultural dimensions of its student body symbolize a huge asset to facilitate interactions with global alumni and graduate networks,” stated Prof Misir.
He advised the SOST students that they would have a fundamental association with the staff to help develop a knowledge based society.
“Through the Strategic Plan, you would have an intrinsic collaboration with the University’s staff to contribute to develop a knowledge society in Fiji. Indeed, when you complete your studies, your input to develop this knowledge society continues by virtue of your achievements at the University of Fiji,” he reinforced.
Vice-Chancellor also said that after graduating from the University students would have certain qualities that would build a knowledge society.
“We want our graduates to be a creative thinker; to develop interpersonal skills; to have ICT literacy; to have an innovative ability; to acquire an internationally – oriented mind-set; to have an environmentally-responsible outlook; and to build a commitment to ethical values,” he concluded.
The orientation was attended by over 50 first year students and was a success.
Meanwhile registrations are still on-going at both the Saweni and Suva Campuses.
