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MSU medicine pioneers graduate
22 Nov 2024 at 06:59hrs | Views
President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday presided over the Midlands State University (MSU)'s 25th graduation ceremony, capping 6,479 graduates at the institution's main campus in Gweru. The event marked a historic milestone as the university celebrated its first cohort of graduates from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.
Among the distinguished graduates was First Lady Dr. Auxillia Mnangagwa, who was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management.
Gender Parity and Academic Excellence
MSU Vice Chancellor, Professor Victor Muzvidziwa, highlighted the university's achievements, including significant progress in gender representation.
"Of the graduates, 53 percent are female, and 47 percent are male. This includes 1,991 postgraduates and 18 students from the inaugural class of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences," he said.
Three students received the Dr. ED Mnangagwa awards for their outstanding innovations, further underscoring the university's emphasis on innovation and research.
Multi-Campus Strategy and National Development
Prof. Muzvidziwa credited the university's success to its multi-campus strategy, a concept introduced by President Mnangagwa to ensure inclusivity and development in line with the Government's "leaving no one and no place behind" philosophy.
The Vice Chancellor outlined MSU's contribution to agriculture and food security, emphasizing the development of decision-support simulation tools to aid both small-scale and commercial farmers in adapting to climate change.
"We are contributing to the national food security objective by enhancing agricultural decision-making, which benefits farmers nationwide," said Prof. Muzvidziwa.
Heritage-Based Education 5.0
MSU continues to champion the Government's Heritage-Based Education 5.0 model, which integrates teaching, research, community engagement, innovation, and industrialization.
Prof. Muzvidziwa highlighted a successful community development project in Chirumanzu, where MSU facilitated the establishment of a 120-hectare centre pivot irrigation system for winter wheat farming at Holy Cross.
Innovation and Global Recognition
MSU's focus on research and innovation has propelled its students onto the global stage. Biotechnology and Bioinformatics final-year student, Panashe Nyengera, was recognized for his exceptional research skills and selected from a pool of 700 applicants from 55 countries to join the One Health and Development Initiative, a global organization promoting health and sustainability through an integrated approach.
Jubilee Celebrations
The ceremony also marked the launch of MSU's 25th Jubilee celebrations, reflecting on the institution's achievements and growth over the years.
The event commenced with an academic procession and the national anthem, setting the tone for a day of celebration and reflection. Prof. Muzvidziwa affirmed MSU's commitment to advancing national goals through education and innovation, positioning the university as a leader in Zimbabwe's higher education sector.
Among the distinguished graduates was First Lady Dr. Auxillia Mnangagwa, who was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management.
Gender Parity and Academic Excellence
MSU Vice Chancellor, Professor Victor Muzvidziwa, highlighted the university's achievements, including significant progress in gender representation.
"Of the graduates, 53 percent are female, and 47 percent are male. This includes 1,991 postgraduates and 18 students from the inaugural class of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences," he said.
Three students received the Dr. ED Mnangagwa awards for their outstanding innovations, further underscoring the university's emphasis on innovation and research.
Multi-Campus Strategy and National Development
Prof. Muzvidziwa credited the university's success to its multi-campus strategy, a concept introduced by President Mnangagwa to ensure inclusivity and development in line with the Government's "leaving no one and no place behind" philosophy.
The Vice Chancellor outlined MSU's contribution to agriculture and food security, emphasizing the development of decision-support simulation tools to aid both small-scale and commercial farmers in adapting to climate change.
Heritage-Based Education 5.0
MSU continues to champion the Government's Heritage-Based Education 5.0 model, which integrates teaching, research, community engagement, innovation, and industrialization.
Prof. Muzvidziwa highlighted a successful community development project in Chirumanzu, where MSU facilitated the establishment of a 120-hectare centre pivot irrigation system for winter wheat farming at Holy Cross.
Innovation and Global Recognition
MSU's focus on research and innovation has propelled its students onto the global stage. Biotechnology and Bioinformatics final-year student, Panashe Nyengera, was recognized for his exceptional research skills and selected from a pool of 700 applicants from 55 countries to join the One Health and Development Initiative, a global organization promoting health and sustainability through an integrated approach.
Jubilee Celebrations
The ceremony also marked the launch of MSU's 25th Jubilee celebrations, reflecting on the institution's achievements and growth over the years.
The event commenced with an academic procession and the national anthem, setting the tone for a day of celebration and reflection. Prof. Muzvidziwa affirmed MSU's commitment to advancing national goals through education and innovation, positioning the university as a leader in Zimbabwe's higher education sector.
Source - The Herald
