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Motto: Pursuit of Exellence

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he President of the African Methodist Episcopal University has recounted the challenges been faced with as well as the numerous achievements made by the institution over the years. T

These comments were made recently when he granted an exclusive interview to reporters of the AMEU Voice at his Camp Johnson Road office in Monrovia. Dr. Joseph T. Isaac explained that in April 2013, he was appointed as the 4th President and his official tenure commenced on July 1, 2013:

Since his ascendency to that position, much progress has been made at the University by a team compose of administrators, faculty and staff. According to him, previously the University Information Technology system was handled by a Foreign Service provider in the United States of America, which he said created problems for students' registration. Notably, AMEU couldn't have access to its information with ease upon request by administrators' in the Offices of Admissions and Finance due to the time zone difference, coupled with other problems.

Dr. Isaac disclosed that, following six consecutive months of his leadership, he and his team were able to solve most of those problems that confronted the University. He asserted that it is not a surprise for AME University students to label him as 4G; because anyone who is in leadership must work with commitment in order to produce the needed results. Providing more information about the institution's accomplishments over the years, Dr. Isaac noted that the success of the A M E University Graduate School adds progress to Liberia educational

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BBC Sounds, has spoken to You are £9,000 a year. I don't believe they alleged victims of sexual provide support. They didn't care for me."assault, some of whom have 'Lack of support'p o s t e d a b o u t t h e i r Sasha, 21, said: "He was a very close friend. One experiences on Twitter. day, at a party, we ended up alone in a bedroom. Some details have been "He started kissing me. But then I stopped and changed to protect the said I wanted to go downstairs. He was persistent identity of the women. - he wouldn't let me go downstairs and he kept 'Posting online empowered trying to sweet-talk me. I pleaded for him to me' leave. Stephanie, 20, said: "I knew "I spoke to my university but that made it even him from back home but we worse. The actual assault was traumatic, went to different universities. obviously, but the lack of support from the "One night he tried to kiss me authorities just added to the stress. I tweeted

- he was drunk and he wouldn't about my experience because I wanted to let University students are posting allegations of take no for an answer. women know they need to be careful."sexual abuse online, as they do not feel their "Then, later that night, he raped me. I went to the 'Turning to social media'universities are listening, a National Union of police and my university straight away but I Speaking before this week's NUS women's Students (NUS) official has said. didn't get support until I developed medical conference in Bristol, which started on NUS women's officer Sarah Lasoye said sexual problems because of the stress that night caused. Wednesday, Ms Lasoye said that universities assault was the "biggest issue facing female "[Posting online] made me feel empowered - around the country were currently not doing students at university". seeing others talking about it online gave me enough to support students like Amelia, Sasha During the past month, there have been more back my voice." and Stephanie. than 15,000 retweets of claims from students at 'You're just a number to universities' She added: "Students are turning to social media seven UK universities. Amelia, 21, said: "He was a close friend and I because they don't see a place where their Universities UK said: "Every case of sexual trusted him before all of this. experiences will be listened to, validated or dealt violence is one too many." "He stayed over at my house and I said he could with effectively."The group, together with the Office for Students, sleep in my bedroom as long as he kept on his In 2016, has been tasked by the government with tackling side of the bed. made a series of recommendations to help tackle sexual abuse at universities. "When I woke up, my top had been taken off and sexual abuse. hat the police can collect evidence Both organisations say they are making progress he was touching my breasts. I told him, 'No.' that can be used in a trial," he said. but more needs to be done. "Unis love to say they care for students. But

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Editorial

TODAY, THE SOCIETY in which we live has become complex and a child's play is no longer tolerated by parents, guardians and sponsors of students enrolled in colleges and universities. There are prices that one needs to pay in order to be successful which goes beyond having high grades or participating in class.

SUCCESS REQUIRES DILIGENCE, attention and focus to achieve set goals, thus, avoiding distraction and staying on track gets one to the finish line. Obviously, those who are successful in their careers today didn't jump down from the Heavens; rather they applied seriousness in their academic journey.

THEREFORE, IT SHOULD be the duty of each student in college or university to regularly and punctually attend each class, show up for laboratory exercise or professional field trip in each course for which he/she is duly registered. For credit toward a degree, regular attendance is required in addition to the proficiency tested by class work and examination.

BEAR IN MIND that those notes you wrote particularly in reference to the instructors' or professors' lectures, should be comprehensive and neat in order to increase your reading habit as students. Whereas, it is also necessary for students to pay attention in class so as not to miss important information that will improve their academic performances.

IN FURTHERANCE, ASK questions in class if you are confused and don't be shy of making contribution. It is better to say the wrong thing and to be corrected than keeping quiet thinking it is right. Hence, a student working towards success should be encouraged to ask questions, answer questions and make contribution to the class. In that light, learning is enhanced and morale is boast as well. Even if you are the type that assimilates well during the day, plan your time and make your day free and less strenuous. Do not

Secrets for Academic Success

join others who just play through the day.

REMEMBER! TIME IS essential and waits for no man or woman. If you are to achieve a fulfilled day, the activities in the day must be planned and strictly followed. Such as utilizing the library or resource center which provides for the diffusion of knowledge and exists for the primary purpose of helping students to choose the correct sources for their edification through books, journals, magazines, newspapers and other related academic materials.

NOTES AND ASSIGNMENTS should not be left until the following day. Surely, assignment should be done in the day it is given, don't sleep without reading what have been taught for the day coupled with related materials and textbooks. Students should read before coming to class and after each lecture. Notes taken should not be piled up till tests or exams are near.

APPARENTLY, SOME STUDENTS are considered lazy; they often postponed coming to classes, notes writing and reading. This category of students prefer doing other things that waste time, crash read without having time to rest and end up performing less in tests as well as exams. You will find them taking in coffees and other drugs that prevent them from sleeping when it is test or exam time. Those drugs expose them to physical and mental stress before and after said test or exam. Procrastination and crash reading shouldn't be a technique for successful students.

PREPARATION FOR ANY test or exam should start the first day in school and days that follow. All notes should be read, important points memorized and solutions to assignments practiced. In so doing, you will be in better position to write all tests and exams. Test or exam shouldn't be taken with levity; because you cannot tell which one your instructors or professors will use to determine your final grades.

STUDENTS SHOULD HAVE a good rapport with their instructors or professors in order to give them advice as well as share experiences in achieving their careers. Indeed, students should be free to meet with their instructors or professors for clarity when facing any difficulty in reference to lessons.

ON ANOTHER NOTE, brilliant and hardworking students should be your close friend. Any friend that does not add value to life have lesser goals and should be avoided. Make friends with people that have the same goals and values as you. It is important not to miss it.

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f you have ever been a foreign student, faculty or researcher, you know some of the challenges experienced by immigrants and refugees in education. Regardless of the reasons why I

people decide to leave their homeland, navigating and integrating into a new society comes with a multitude of hardships for immigrants and refugees, including vulnerability to the stress of culture, language, complex systems, schools, employment, and much more. Higher education, for immigrants and refugees, seems to be the perfect intersection for a successful transition and integration to be created. That's why UNESCO member States have created a framework for the recognition of qualifications concerning higher education. As a UNESCO member State, Liberia was represented at the Intergovernmental Meetings of Higher Education experts, including the March 22, 2019 gathering, when experts approved the Draft Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications concerning Higher Education. When adopted, the Global Convention will give students, faculty and researchers the right to have their foreign qualifications evaluated based on transparent, reliable and non-discriminatory procedures conducted within a reasonable timeframe. The Global Convention also addresses recognition of qualifications for individuals without proper documentation, such as refugees and displaced persons. The burden of proof shall be placed on the recognition authority, which each member State shall establish; with the applicant having the right to appeal the decisions. Given recent increase in the number of cross-border education activities as the result of an upsurge in migration around the world, college and university administrators are sharing research to better understand migration and its impact on higher education. UNESCO is leading the way in supporting studies to uncover the challenges and values of education mobility. Research on cross-border education shows that mobility of students has been growing rapidly in the past 50 years, and in some cases, the growth is unbalanced. While an unbalanced education migration may be considered signs of “brain-drain” for some nations with out-migration; it could be interpreted as “brain-gain” for those with in-migration. According to UNESCO, the increase in mobility of tertiary students across the globe in the past 10 years

Migration in Higher Education: The Recognition of Cross-Border Qualifications

is significant, noting that this is the time for a global regulatory framework for the recognition of higher education qualifications. According to a 2015 UNESCO report, global academic mobility has been on the rise for more than a decade, and the number has more than doubled since 2001. Tracing this surge back to 1975, the number of tertiary level international students world-wide was 800,000; the number increased to 2.8 million in 2005, and then to 4.1 million in 2013. By 2020, there will be approximately 8 million students studying abroad. The associated increase in tertiary education mobility has propelled higher education experts from UNESCO member States to develop a framework in addressing how to receive students, faculty, and researchers from other countries. The framework which led to the drafting of the Global Convention was intended to help reduce the obstacles faced by students, faculty and researchers as they travel to other countries for education and employment opportunities. By 2016, there was a call for a global regulatory framework to recognize higher education qualifications by experts from UNESCO member States. Work on drafting the Global Convention began in March 2016 when UNESCO established a Drafting Committee following the Organization's General Conference decision (38/Resolution 12). In November 2017, the General Conference approved continuation of the elaboration process, including further consultations with member States. The process continued in 2018, when UNESCO received comments and observations from 68 member States and nine stakeholder organizations. Based on the feedback received, the Secretariat presented proposal for a Draft Global Convention to be examined by the Intergovernmental meetings of experts. Technical and legal expert were appointed by UNESCO member States and associate members, as well as observers from non-member States and other stakeholders to assist with the review process. The first Intergovernmental meeting to review the Draft Convention was held in December 2018, in Paris, where Liberia was represented. Following the December meeting, a second Intergovernmental meeting was held in March 2019, where member States conducted final review of the Global Convention; and endorsed the Draft Convention that was subsequently submitted to the Director-General of UNESCO to be presentation at the 40th General Conference of UNESCO in November 2019. How Can Liberia Improve its Participation? As a member State with permanent representation at UNESCO, as well as a UNESCO Higher Education Commission office in Liberia, benefits from various UNESCO programs are available with participation. However, in addition to the pending Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications concerning Higher Education, there are nine UNESCO Conventions that have not been ratified by Liberia. With the appropriate dose of political will, the government might consider forming a Commission to review each Convention; and make recommendations to the President and Legislature for subsequent ratification by the Senate: 1. Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed conflict with regulations for the Execution of the Convention (The Hague, 14 May 194)

2. Protocol to the Convention for the protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed conflict (The Hague, 14 May 1954) 3. Convention on the Means of Prohibiting and Preventing the Illicit Import, Export and Transfer of Ownership of Cultural Property (Paris, 14 November 1970) 4. Convention on Technical and Vocational Education (Paris, 10 November 1989) 5. Regional Convention on the Recognition of Studies, Diplomas and Degrees in Higher Education in the African States (Arusha, 5 December 1981) 6. Second Protocol to the Hague Convention of 1954 for the protection of Cultural property in the event of Armed Conflict (The Hague, 26 March 1999) 7. Convention on the Protection of the Under Water Cultural Heritage (Paris, 2 November 2001) 8. Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (Paris, 17 2003) 9. Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions, (Paris, 20 October 2005) Further, Liberia should take appropriate actions to increase participation in various UNESCO projects and program, including but not limited to the following: 1. The UNESCO Chair Program: There is an inactive Chair Program signed by the University of Liberia on 7 December 2011; the UNESCO/Mary Antionette Brown Sherman Chair in Education for Sustainable Development. 2. Train My Generation: Established out of the ambition to train at least 5,000 young people in the fields of communication and technology, Gabonese President Ali Bongo ONDIMBA, during the 2013 New York Africa forum ignited this program. 3. International Taskforce on Teacher Education: In 2008, at the 8th meeting of the High-Level Group on Education held in Oslo, Norway, the International Taskforce on Teachers for Education was created. 4. Education Section Planning: Liberia should participate in the Education Sector Planning, which allows participants to acquire and further develop the knowledge and skills needed to perform effective educational planning responsibilities; and, 5. The Addis Convention: The Africa Region's Convention was adopted in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on 12 December 2014; it creates the norms for recognizing foreign higher education qualifications and gives access to higher education in the Africa region. Ratifying the Addis Convention is the very first step to showing that Liberia is committed to supporting the principles of cross-border higher education qualifications which are in the Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications concerning Higher Education Qualifications. About the Author: Dr. Isaac is the 4th President of AME University, and president of the Association of Liberian Universities. He was appointed twice to represent Liberia at UNESCO's Intergovernmental Meeting of Higher Education Experts in Paris, France in 2018 and 2019; and participated in the review and approval of the Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications concerning higher education.

Dr. Joseph T. Isaac, AME University President

By Joseph T. Isaac, Ed.D.


ecently, the Business and Continuing Education Center (BCEC) of the African Methodist Episcopal University R

launched its newest programs in Beauty Therapy and Consumer Science. The program encourages all to learn and embrace new skills. The news was joyfully welcomed by many who are desirous to make a difference in their lives and earn a living through self-employment. The Beauty Therapy training course, teaches participants how to be hair dresser, nail technician, salon manager, beauty salon owner, beauty therapy teacher/lecturer, make-up artist and skincare therapist while the training for Consumer Science training course covers, African arts and crafts designer, interior

Good News for High School and College Dropouts designers, beading designer and house furnishing designer. Speaking with Mr. Sam Yarba Browne, A s s i s t a n t V i c e P r e s i d e n t f o r Investment Services, he pointed out that these programs are meant to provide job- related skills training f o r p a r t i c i p a n t s e n t e r i n g t h e workforce in Liberia. Providing more explanation about the ongoing programs, the Assistant Vice P r e s i d e n t f o r

Investment services said, Beauty Therapy and Consumer Science are aimed at providing solution to the many financial constrains confronting the wellbeing of students in Liberia. Browne said the program is designed for a short period of time that one can learn and earn a living without a huge amount of money to start his or her own business. The Assistant Vice President for Investment Services noted that even professionals who wish to learn this kind of skills for self-consumption are also invited to attend this training program. He disclosed that the University is collaborating with Monrovia College to introduce these training programs. Browne made the statements recently during

the officials launched of the vocational training programs held on the University's campus in Monrovia. Accordingly, the Business and Continuing Education Center of the University offers the following courses for interested students: Supply Chain Management, Human Resources Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Project Management, Entrepreneurship Development, Banking and Finance as well as its newest vocational training programs - Beauty Therapy and Consumer Science. Also speaking was the Coordinator of the Business and Continuing Education Center, Mrs. Angeie Boye-Cooper who mentioned that the Beauty Therapy and Consumer Science programs are designed for both male and female students in the country. Madam Cooper indicated that the University understands the current economic reality plaguing the people of Liberia. Therefore, it is against such backdrop that the Administration decided to provide alternative by adding vocational training programs to its academic activities in order to help those who don't have the means of getting finance to enroll in a university. She said the Beauty Therapy and Consumer Science training programs are the first of its kind been introduced at the AME University. Mrs. Cooper stated that the programs run from Monday to Saturday on the campus of AME University. Indeed, the Business and Continuing Center (BCEC) is well-known in training and building the capacity of individuals and organizations in order to perform successfully in chosen area.

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Showcasing the Beauty Therapy Training Course on AME University Campus

he Open House program is have personal interaction with one of the activities that the authorities of the University in order Department of Enrollment to make the rightful choice in T

Management engaged in every continuing of their academic academic year at the African sojourn. Methodist Episcopal University for Director Kimba noted that Open high school students. It showcases H o u s e p r o g r a m h a s b e e n what the University is made of operatingfor the last four (4) years, administratively, academically and and usually the University sends out the environment for conducive invitation letters to various high learning. schools in Monrovia and its environs During the second semester 2018 – to come and experience the place 2019 Open House program, Mr. where men and women are educated Anthony Kimba, the Director of for worldwide leadership and Enrollment Management and service. International Students informed the With the objective AMEU Voice that the program was that the University will meant for high school students to continue to increase its

2019 Open House…..Showcases AMEU as the Place Where Men and

Women are Educated for Worldwide Leadership and ServiceBy: Mrs. Laurie M. Page

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AMEU Trustees Board Chair Rt. Rev.E. Earl McCloud, Jr.& Episcopal Supervisor Patricia Russel McCloud

The Dedicatory Ceremony of AMEU Clinic

Cutting of Ribbons to the AMEU Clinic Dr. Martha Zarway In Conversation with AMEU Administrators

AMEU Clinic Short Stay Ward A Tour in the AMEU Clinic

Come and Make AMEU Clinic Your Health Center Contestants of Miss AMEU 2019 Beauty Pageant

AMEU Vacation Bridge Students Partial View of BCEC Consumer Science Training Course Products


Views and CommentsWith

Coca Cola Institute for Innovation Scholars

Thanks to the lecturers and mentors of Coca-Cola Institute for Innovation who made me to be conscious of life situations and to withstand challenges: when others say "you cannot make it," the professional knowledge acquired will lead me to the next level in the society. It is a blessing to be a product of AME University.

Frederick Kargumah Tulay

The tutorship of Dr. Rosemarie T. Santos has empowered me to discover more for the future. She blended teaching with more pragmatic things of today's society. In so doing, I have adopted an educational philosophy which has made me one of the agents for change in our beloved country.

Wesley N. S.Brown

Shem S.D. Saywrayne, Jr.

I considered my time at the CII as a period of renaissance. It was a memorable time that I will forever remember as achievement in my education sojourn. Knowledge acquired include soft ski l ls , opportunity for internship and mentorship. As a member of the 4th batch of Coca-Cola scholars, I remained grateful and indebted to CII as well as Dr. Joseph T. Isaac on whose financial aid, I was schooled for two semesters of my sophomore days.

Through the CII, I have been introduced to a new style of learning which has widen my scope of study and build my research capacity which has made me an excellent individual in developing my career. I urged students of this noble institution to set their priorities to leave marks of excellence.

Boimah Varney

C h a n g e s c o m e through individuals or i n s t i t u t i o n s w i t h i n n o v a t i v e a n d creative ideas; so this is happening at the Coca-Cola Institute for Innovation (CII). The CII is indeed a p l a c e t o b e . Dr.Rosemarie Terez-Santos has been very inspirational during my stay at the center. AMEU is one of the l i fe t ransforming University that really touched my life as a person through many research trainings. I salute you Dr. Santos for your mentorship and appreciate Mr.

thAbraham Wennah as well as the 4 Batch of the CII Scholars for their encouragement. Thanks to the Liberia Coca Cola Battling Company (LCCBC) family for providing me the scholarship.

Cornelius C. Obinali

I recognized God Almighty the creator and the source of my strength who enable me to make it at the CII. . I extend my heartfelt gratitude to DR. Rosemarie Terez-Santos, Assistant Vice President- Insti tutional Research for her incessan t inspiration and expert guidance. At the CII my thinking and research skill was developed through the lessons and mentorship of Dr. Santos. This help me to develop by senior research paper and defense it without fear. Well, let me take this time to encourage incoming seniors to apply and meet the challenge because at the CII one will be given the opportunities to explore their values.

Lousine Talawallay


Building the Culture of Research for Faculty Members and Students

By Dr. Rosemarie T. Santos

he Office of the Institutional Research in coordination with the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence and the T

academic community through the Chairperson of the Research Faculty Committee will encourage the emergence of building a culture of research by placing our faculty and students on the leading edge of learning. Faculty members across colleges will engage in research through research proposals and present the results in academic forums and publications. Faculty members in the professional disciplines will also be engaged in advancing knowledge in their disciplines in ways appropriate to their areas of expertise. This creative energy will find its way into classroom discussions and student generated research. As a by-product of this new emphasis, students will participate in the culture of research and be better prepared to move forward into graduate programs. Background Research is one of the tri-fold functions of higher education institutions. Like instruction and community services, research holds a significant role in the furtherance of the teaching-learning process. At the African Methodist Episcopal University, research plays a pivotal role in the actualization of its vision,”…Pursuit of Excellence. Academic excellence is one the university's core values. The University will continue to cultivate a community of faculty, students, and staff with the diversity and breadth of experience required for excellence and to provide members of the academic community with the opportunities and resources needed for success. In addition, the University continues to develop an environment that incentivizes and supports faculty scholarship, through our “Growth Scholarships Program”. Mentoring of junior faculty, providing increased support to faculty members as they develop research proposals, and streamlining the processes for proposal submission and project oversight. Hence, developing a Research Agenda is just one step of many to build a research culture. Institutions wishing to develop a culture of research must allocate significant resources for faculty training and support. Faculty with minimal scholarship production experience will likely need training and personal support to become proficient. Institutions may develop continuing courses or support services in research practices, grant writing and grant management. A developing culture of research requires open and collaborative personal relationships among f acu l ty members . Congen ia l relationships among faculty members would support a successful faculty-to- faculty research mentoring initiative. Such mentorships stand to be an important e lement of cul ture establishment. This research agenda proposal is also a

rejoinder of the “Call for Abstracts”, initiated by the President himself to encourage Faculty across colleges submit a Research Proposal for publication. However; within a year, only (2) Faculty submitted a Research Abstract. Hence; this undertaking is purposely instigated to continue the innovations in search for a teaching and learning excellence through research agenda. Overall ObjectiveTo conduct basic research that will provide the basis for developing new knowledge and applied research that will contextualize prevailing knowledge in the different academic fields which are relevant to AME University. To establishing the culture of research underlying the beliefs that research is an indispensable partner of academe in the learning process.To apply research findings in arriving at better decisive planning and management of financial resources through participatory approach to increase financial efficiency and transparency.To direct human and capital resources toward generating new knowledge, ideas and practices with the goal of enriching the quality of life.To create policy intervention for policy determination and implementation through research inputs.To develop and extend collaboration as venue for exchange of research findings for more efficient utilization.To find out and utilize Outsourcing as a means to develop institutional capacity building, multi-par tner co l labora t ion wi th na t iona l development priorities and impactful innovation in order to heightened research enterprise beyond the limits of institutional financial standing.Expected outcomes Faculty across colleges and departments are likely to conduct research that has impact and embodies both rigor and relevance. Research that is rigorous embodies basic scientific concepts including careful and transparent study design that incorporates guidelines for statistical power and hypothesis testing, the use of valid and reliable measures and tools, analytic methodologies that are closely aligned to research questions, and honest and clear reporting of positive, null, and negative effects and associations.Expected outputEngaging faculty across colleges in collaborative process, Identifying alliance in research priorities, Develop a coherent research agenda align to the University Academic Strategies for the next 3-5 years. Indicators of AchievementAn effective Research Agenda should conform to the following standards:

Utility: It must be useful and serve the practical and strategic information needs of the intended users for decision-making purposes; these may range from assessing program performance to allocating resources, etc. Feasibility: Be realistic and practical. Given the scarcity of resources, the Research Agenda plan should make the best use of existing data collection systems. However, if new data collection systems are involved, resources (cost and technical capacity) must carefully be considered. Ethically sound: Abide by ethical principles with regard to those involved in and affected by the Research Agenda activities. Accuracy: Provide technically accurate and useful information for decision-making and program improvement. Accuracy: Provide technically accurate and useful information for decision-making and program improvement.Main Activities/StrategiesThe following strategies will be undertaken to prime and gear up the research subsystem for its mandates.Align research activities with regional, national and global development goals and priorities; Strengthen the university and private Research & Development sector collaboration and partnership on research and development undertaking;Upgrade the managerial competencies of research system/network managers; Intensify the sourcing of funds for research by tapping national, regional agencies and external donor institutions;Forge functional linkages/networks with foreign research and development institutions and universities through membership with the West African and Innovation Management Association (WARIMA) which is the professional body for research management in the West Africa sub-region with the core objective of advancing research and innovation through advocacy of national and institutional policies by ensuring professional development and capacity building of individual members.

Dr. Rosemarie T. Santos, Assistant Vice President for Institutional Research


he College of Liberal Arts and Social Science at the AME University has launched its scholarship fund drive to T

help students who are not financial potent to continue their study. Speaking during an exclusive interview with the AMEU Voice, the Dean of the College - Mr. James M. Flomo-Kellen, informed this medium that thefund drive for the scholarship scheme is meant to support deserving students with nine (9) credits in various departments under the College of Liberal Arts and Social Science. The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciencesis the second largest College at the AME University. When asked about the vetting process of the scholarship, Dean Kellen responded by saying;“the process will be handled by departments' chairpersons of the College. Hence, after they have selected the names of the beneficiaries, I will send said names to the Division of Finance for implementation”.

….Says Dean James M. Flomo - Kellen Providing more information on the scholarship, Dean Kellen indicted that full-time instructors from the College had agreed for a monthly deduction of five United State Dollars (US$5.00) in support of the fund drive. He said the targeted amount estimated for the fund drive stands at ten thousand United State Dollars (US$10.000) and such amount will be deposited in the University's account. He continues, “You can give and we will identify those students who after processing their semester courses are on campus but haven't done their tuitions/fees for registration because they lack money. These are students we are very interested in and want to help acquired higher education, Dean Kellen emphasized”. According to the Dean, similar fund drive was launched before at AME University by the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences; but, the college did not reach its

entire goal. So, it is against such backdrop, the scholarship scheme has been reintroduced to meet that objective. Dean Kellen also revealed that about five hundred (500) students of Liberal Arts College stand to benefit from said financial aid program. In addition for clarification on the scholarship fund drive , he indicated that not all the five hundred students will be accommodated at once in each semester: the provision of the financial aid will be done little by little as semester goes on.

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he Dean at the College of Science and Allied Health (COSAH) attended a two-day conference on Global Environment T

Facility National Dialogue in the country. Dr. Sarwee J. Faeflen reported that the conference was designed to identify potential national projects in the areas of climate change, bio-diversity, desertification and other thematic areas for possible funding by Global Environment Facility (GEF). Dr. Faeflen made the disclosure recently in an exclusive interview with the AMEU Voice at his Camp Johnson Road office in Monrovia. According to him, the Global Environment

Dean Raps on GEF'S ConfabBy: Mrs. Laurie M. Page

Dr. Sarwee J. Faeflen along with Students in one of the University Science laboratories

Facility National Dialogue Conference is the seventh national forum organized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in collaboration with its partners from the GEF. COSAH's Dean also informed this medium that in the face of the scale and the urgency of threat surrounding the planet as well as the emerging opportunities to significantly accelerate its positive impacts, the Global Environment Facility cannot afford to stand still. He stated that the GEF needs to seize the opportunities to make a bigger difference. He added that GEF must strategically focus

its investment in the areas where it can help catalyze the necessary change in key systems, and leverage multi-stakeholder coalitions in alignment with countries of commitment under the various multilateral environmental agreement (MEAs) for which the GEF serves as financial mechanism. Providing more information on the conference, Dr. Faeflen indicated that the intention of the forum was also meant to reflect on the implementation of GEF -6 and stimulate discussions on the seventh replenishment of resources of the GEF Trust Fund. He said the gathering was intended to understand between and among key national stakeholders and developmental partners the functionalities of GEF unique mandate across multiple multilateral environmental agreement (MEAs) serving as financing mechanism. Commenting on his recommendation after the forum, COSAH's Dean noted that the AME University identifies a focal person to coordinate EPA's activities with various universities striving to be represented on all EPA's major committees. He also wants COSAH to follow-up on discussion with the EPA, National Bureau of Fishery and Conservation International for possible development of collaborative initiatives. The Global Environment Facility National Dialogue took place on January 22-23, 2019 at the Farmington Hotel in Margibi County. It was well attended by EPA and its partners in the country.


sector through the productiveness of his team. In furtherance of his explanation about the graduate school, the AMEU President informed this medium that June 11 is the date on schedule for the dedicatory ceremony of the newly constructed Graduate School building; hence, it will be named in honor of the late Rt. Rev. C. Garnett Henning, Sr. the 112th elected and consecrated Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church and the 26th Bishop assigned to the 14th Episcopal District. When asked about this decision, the AME President responded by saying that the late Bishop Henning was very instrumental to have opened the doors of AME University in 1985 and also lobbied for funding to develop it. Though, Bishop Henning is dead, his wife Mother Ernestine Lee Henning will be present to cut the dedicatory ribbons and receive the honor on his behalf. Also, he indicated that the AME University Graduate School is going to be named in honor of Dr. Alexander B. Cummings one of the University partners. Over the years, Dr. Cummings had made tremendous contributions toward the growth and development of the University and promise to do more. Dr. Isaac said, it is because of Dr. Alexander B. Cummings passion for education that a number of students today at AME University continue to benefit from scholarships and also enrolled into a special mentorship program called the Coca Cola Institute for Innovation in the University when they reach their senior year at 3.00 GPA. On another note, commenting on the University Academic Extension Program, Dr. Isaac disclosed that an academic affairs team has already begun working out the modality for such implementation to other parts of the country; with Ganta being the first place for the academic extension initiative. Obviously, AME University is continuously rebranding its activities that have resulted to its growth and expansion: Added two new colleges (Education and Science) to the existing ones (Bryant Theology Seminary, Business College and Liberal Arts College), the Division of Academic Affairs now has an office for the University's academic extension program, while the Division of Academic Support Services also have been expanded with the addition of a Test Center, the Institute for Innovation, an annual Vacation Bridge Program, Enrollment Management and International Students Department, Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence, the Admissions Improvement Measures (AIM) program, the AMEU Clinic and among others. Dr. Isaac ended by praising everyone for the success of the University in the country. He indicated that more efforts are required in ensuring AMEU remains head above other universities in Liberia.

A Team with Vision

making about the services and encouraged patients to support their own health. She said the objective of the establishment of the University clinic is to provide medical assistance for all regardless of his/her status. Commenting on the services provided by the

AMEU Opens New Clinic

University newest clinic, Dr. Zarway stated that the clinic provides the following services: Emergency Care, Ultrasound, Laboratory Services, Short Stay and Referral for Admission among others. Dr. Zarway said to authorities of the University that AMEU Clinic has been made the head corner stone because God Almighty was in the project. In furtherance, she said, patients coming to AMEU Clinic will be assured of receiving quality treatment at all times with the help of the professional health team on ground

students population every semester, Director Kimba, also indicated that the Department of Enrollment Management has embarked on the walk –in dialogue by reaching out to people in various communities in Monrovia and its surroundings; In addition, he said the program is meant to tell high school students about the significance of tertiary education in Liberia and what AME University offers to the general public. When quizzed about advancing the decentralization strategy to the various counties in Liberia, Director Kimba responded by saying that AMEU plan to reach out to counties soon.

2019 Open House

(clinic administrator, nurses, laboratory technician and dispenser). For direction to the AMEU Clinic, it is located at the corner of Camp Johnson Road and Clay Street intersection in Monrovia; in the Bryant Adams Manning (BAM) Building. Dr. Zarway, also assured the AMEU Voice that it is possible to make referrals to Kingdom Care Medical Center for continued and overnight treatments when patients' medical condition required such. Make AMEU Clinic your health center today.

Also speaking at the occasion were Dr. Joseph T. Isaac, President, Dr. Timothy Kie, Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Romelle A. Horton, Interim Vice President for Academic Services and several professors from various colleges of AME University. Dr. Isaac spoke on wide range of issues confronting the wellbeing of students in Liberia and ended by encouraging them to remain determined and focused on education which is an investment that can make life better. The students visited various facilities of the University and were given the opportunity to interact with the University family.

AME UNIVERSITYPursuit of Excellence

Special Announcement for Vacation School 2019

ØWho should attend? Current Students, Remedial Students, Re-Admissions Students as well as Incoming Transfer Students and Freshman Students

ØHow much per credit? Seventeen dollars ($ 17) ØDo I have to clear out my arrear before attending Vacation School? The Answer is NO,

you can have Arrear for 2018/2019 Semester II and still attend this year's Vacation school

Ø What are the Courses to be offered? All Courses from Remedial to senior levels with the exception of courses that has to do with research.

ØWhen will registration begin for Vacation School 2019? June 1-22, 2019ØWhat percent of my Vacation School tuition do I have to pay? Answer 100%ØHow many credits am I eligible to take? Nine (9) Credits

(For more information, please visit the office of admissions, records and registration)

Signed AMEU Administration

Considering the current Economic Situation of the Country, the AME University is offering a special package for 2019 vacation school.

Please read the following information carefully:

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Commentary

On Par with other Global Institutions

any Liberians as well as other nationals from within the Mano River Basin have been given hope by the African Methodist Episcopal University Graduate School to pursue their Masters' degrees at fees lower than other universities or comparable to other Master's programs in M

country. Since the inception of AMEU Graduate School, the difference had been made in the educational sector of Liberia and even on par with other global institutions through the provision of quality programs, qualify professors as well as a conducive learning environment. It is worth mentioning that students who are desirous of enrolling in AME University Graduate School, should earned good undergraduate grades and obtain information in reference to the University's admissions, records and registrations procedures. “Obviously, once you are in compliance with the University requirements and admitted to study in a program, then congratulations” a well-placed authority noted. Even at that, your work isn't done; although you have prepared yourself to commence intense studying and also to develop your professional growth: notwithstanding, there are things to expect as a graduate student at AME University. For example to become successful graduate school students, you should have independent thinking and the initiative to figure things out on your own. You may have to choose your own advisor. It will be up to you for a little guidance, to carve out an area of research and find a thesis topic, as well as make the professional contacts that are essential to advancing in your area of study. Often new graduate students wait for someone to tell them what to do. For success in graduate school, be prepare to take control of your own education. Instead of sitting in class for a couple of hours a day and then being free, graduate school is more like a job that occupies all of your time. You will spend a great deal of time doing research or working on research. You will take courses but the emphasis will be on learning how to gather materials that are informative, reading them and thinking in order to construct knowledge independently. You will have to spend 12 months in getting lectures, taking tests and conducting the require research for that master program. In furtherance, pass a set of comprehensive exams in your program of study in order to set the stage that will lead you in writing a thesis. The Master thesis is the basis for earning a MBA, MA or MSc. You will spend a great deal of time searching for a thesis topic and advisor. Read up on your topic to prepare your thesis proposal. Accordingly, once the proposal is accepted by the thesis committee (composed of faculty members that have chosen based on their knowledge), you are free to begin your research. After you have completed the Master thesis research study, you proceed to thesis defense. You will present your research to the Master thesis committee, answer questions and defend the validity of your work. If all goes well, you become qualify for graduation and earn a Master degree.

One of AME University Graduate School SMART Classrooms

By: Mr. James Gildersleeves

ow! It is a good thing for parents and guardians to invest in their children's education and look forward for realistic return in term of employment opportunities upon Wgraduation.

In so doing, a day after graduation many universities graduates move in the direction to seek jobs that will offer a handsome compensation and benefits for those positions been advertised either through the print or electronic media. Contrary to some universities graduates' thoughts, staring salaries are not as high as they envisioned. Those lucky enough to find paid work may have to lower their expectation and take these jobs to enable them to get relevant sills and grow with the company. Others may not accept the staring salary and find more attractive salary or find themselves without employment for a prolong period. It is noteworthy that the faculty at AME University is adept at teaching holistically and thus prepares the students for life after AMEU. As stated in an old adage, a word to a wise is quite sufficient; so here are some tips to employ when pursuing a job:·Be aware that some employers would request universities graduates to engage in internship for few months that may lead them to full employment in their institutions or organizations. Regrettably, they are replacing paid jobs. It is a myth that unpaid internships lead to paid jobs. ·Notably, labor regulations provide for anybody who qualifies as a

worker must be paid if his/her terms has set hours and responsibilities, contributing work that is a value to that employer. Even if the interns say, they are happy to work for nothing. The issue at hand is that the law should be enforced and make the right thing to happen.

·To be frank, jobs are still out there for universities graduates. Be mindful of affluent headlines that will be posted and seen to be eye catching. Not there are shortage of staff. Remember! Employers will find those talents they need to grow their institutions and organizations.

·When the job required experience, don't tell a sob story on your covering letter to the employers. It shows how desperate you are. Instead, indicate what you do have and they will think you can be hired. Never offer to work for free. It will look as if you don't value your own contribution.

·Be ready to change your job hunting strategy; you applied for jobs and heard nothing back after several applications had been sent out to entities. When you are faced with such dilemma, stopped, reassessed and made a new plan. Because, different institutions and organizations require different approaches. In this light, have the courage to ditch what isn't working and try something new which might work.

Seek and You Shall FindBy Adhering to Instructions for Jobs Hunt

Flashback: AME University graduates


AMEUA Quarterly Publication of the African Methodist Episcopal University

Vol. 4 No. 10 June - August, 2019 Free

Motto: Pursuit of Exellence

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r. Augustine Konneh, Dean of AME University Graduate School disclosed to this paper that all is now set to D

graduate the first batch of Masters students on June 12, 2019 in the disciplines of Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Public and Corporate Finance. According to him, a year and a half ago, these students enrolled for studies in Master's degree program of their choice provided by the University. The eight students who are anticipated to graduate have almost completed their Master's degree requirements. It is also worth mentioning that the studies ran for twelve months of instructions, three hours of a comprehensive examination, followed by three months of thesis work closely guided by a team of supervisors. In so doing, each thesis will be reviewed by Examiners and those who meet the criteria will be conferred with a Master's degree. The graduates comprised one female and seven males; with three in Public and Corporate Finance while five are in Procurement and Supply Chain Management. Indeed, they were among the first group of students that started the Master's Degree program according to Dean Konneh.

Upon Completing AMEU Graduate School Academic Requirements

Eight Students to be conferred with Master Degrees

Dr. Augustine Konneh, Dean of AME University Graduate School

Dean Konneh also revealed that two other disciplines (Management Information System and Economic Policy Management) will be incorporated into the Executive MBA program during its trimester opening of 2019. Currently, AME University Graduate School offers the following disciplines in its Master's degree program: The Executive MBA, include Corporate and Public Finance, Procurement and Supply Chain; the International Relations MA include Foreign Service Leadership and International Development. AME University Master's program is designed to develop innovative leaders through its top-notch faculty. The Master programs are fast-tracked and intense. The courses are taught week days (Monday- Friday) in the evening and on the weekend but not limited to those who are working. Some of the programs are jointly sponsored by AME's University and Ghana Technology University College (GTUC). The Graduate School offers one year Executive MBA programs and two years Theological Studies programs.At present, AME University Graduate School has over two hundred and fifty (250) students in various disciplines of studies. Come and be a part of the learning experience.


he African Methodist Episcopal University (AMEU) in May 2019 opened its newest clinic in collaboration with its T

partner Kingdom Care Medical Center. The purpose of the clinic is to serve the health needs of University's family and the community at large. Speaking at the opening ceremony held at the AMEU Campus was the president of the AME University, Dr. Joseph T. Isaac. He used the occasion to appreciate Board of Trustees of the University for the establishment of the university clinic. According to him, the newest clinic at the campus of the University will help generate revenue for the wellbeing of the institution and also provides medical solution for dwellers from Monrovia and its environs. He told the gathering at the occasion that the successfulness of the clinic was based on the intervention of the University's Resident

Medical Doctor. The AMEU President noted the establishment of the University clinic indicates the level of accomplishment made by the University over the years. Also speaking at the opening was Dr. Martha Zarway, AMEU Resident Medical Doctor. She informed administrators, faculty members, staff and students that the clinic will provide the long awaited medical needs for the University and its people. Dr. Zarway said the institution medical vision is to ensure that there are healthy people attending and working at the University. She promised that the effective use of resources at the clinic will be intended for supporting the growth and development of the


University. The Resident Medical Doctor also noted that the clinic will treat all patients with respect and dignity as well as engaging the relevant authorities in decision- P10

Dr. Martha Zarway (second from left). and Co- workers at AMEU Clinic