SHARDA University in India is offering a 50 percent scholarship discount to Papua New Guinean students looking to pursue tertiary education. Speaking at an education expo held at the Indian High Commission in Port Moresby earlier this month, Manu Aggarwal, assistant director for international relations at Sharda University, announced the unprecedented scholarship offer.
On Friday, July 12, 2024, eleven fourth-year students from the Australian National University’s (ANU) Pacific Affairs Department, along with three academic staff members, visited the Divine Word University (DWU) Madang Campus. The visit, organized by the DWU Partnerships Office, aimed to provide a comprehensive educational and cultural experience for the visitors.
The event began with each ANU student being paired with a DWU student to promote effective communication and participation. The ANU delegation received a traditional welcome from Mrs. Josepha Wailoni, Vice President of the Madang Campus. A delegation of senior education officials from Papua New Guinea recently visited Good to Great Schools Australia as part of a learning exchange program.
Good to Great Schools Australia, an Indigenous-owned member organization, has been successful in partnering with schools in Indigenous communities in Queensland and the Northern Territory to improve student engagement and learning outcomes. The opening of the “American Space” at Divine Word University’s Friendship Library has been lauded as a historic and significant achievement for the United States and Papua New Guinea.
DWU President Professor Fr. Philip Gibbs underscored the importance of this milestone in enhancing educational and cultural relations between the two nations. "The American Space is more than just a library expansion; it is a testament to our shared commitment to education," he stated. "It serves as a hub for learning exchange and collaboration, providing access to a wealth of resources about American culture, history, and endless opportunities." A recent study has shown that while the Government’s Tuition Fee Free (TFF) policy has alleviated financial burdens for families, it has also contributed to a decline in the quality of education in Enga Province.
The findings, published in the National Research Institute's Spotlight Vol. 17, Issue 11, titled “Assessing Quality of Education in Enga Province, PNG: Factors Impacting Students’ Learning Experience,” were compiled by research officer Hafford Norea. The study identifies the challenges and consequences of the TFF policy and provides recommendations for improving education quality in the province. Trukai Industries Donates K1 Million to PNG University of Technology for Agriculture Research7/8/2024
Trukai Industries Ltd (TIL) has pledged K1 million to the Papua New Guinea University of Technology (PNG UoT) School of Agriculture to support rice research and scholarships for three Master of Science students. The funding will be distributed over five years, with annual installments of K200,000 as part of the Rice Development Program, initiated in November 2022 through a Memorandum of Understanding between TIL and PNG UoT.
The collaboration aims to bolster research and development (R&D) in agriculture, particularly focusing on rice and maize. The scholarship will cover tuition and stipends for students selected based on merit in Agriculture Science. Faculty members will conduct R&D studies on topics including locally-bred breeder's lines, rice agronomy, insect pests, diseases, and livestock feed formulations. Last Thursday, Pacific Adventist University (PAU) marked its 40th anniversary with a vibrant homecoming celebration at its Koiari Park 14-Mile campus. The event drew alumni from across the Pacific, including Fiji, Tonga, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, Kiribati, Tuvalu, Nauru, Cook Islands, and Papua New Guinea (PNG), who joined staff and students in the festivities.
Prime Minister James Marape attended the celebration, praising the institution for its holistic approach to education. He highlighted PAU's commitment to integrating academic learning with spiritual and character development. Seven Mandarin language students from the University of Goroka (UOG) have returned from a two-week cultural exchange in China, facilitated by Beijing Normal University under the Oceania Oasis Program. This initiative, part of UOG’s Mandarin language curriculum, marked the first international trip for six of the students. They were accompanied by their instructor, Emmy Keko.
A team from the Education Department visited the Sir Pita Lus School of Excellence last Thursday for an inspection as part of a project in East Sepik’s Maprik district. Local MP Libert Kapris stated that the purpose of the visit was to assess the scope of work required and to provide a design and cost estimate for submission to the National Executive Council (NEC) for funding to be included in next year’s budget.
“One of People First Party’s key policies is quality education, and during our election campaign, we committed to honoring Sir Pita Lus, a prominent MP who represented Maprik for three decades following political independence,” Kapris said. “He deserves recognition, which is well and truly overdue.” Madang, Papua New Guinea - This week, Divine Word University (DWU) welcomed a visiting team from the University of Sunshine Coast, Australia. The team, comprising Dr. Natalie McMaster and Dr. Clement Waine, engaged with staff, students, and conducted interviews with various faculties. The DWU executive and organizing team extended a warm reception to the visiting scholars.
This visit is part of a joint initiative funded by the Australian Awards PNG (AAAPNG) under the Australian Awards Digital Readiness Project. The project's objective is to assess DWU’s online and blended learning capabilities and provide recommendations to help DWU develop a future-ready learning environment for both students and faculty members. |
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