Tubman University Newsletter, Liberia

1. Volume 1, Issue 2
W I L L I A M V. S . T U B M A N U N I V E R S I T Y
Transformation for Worthy Service
Inside this issue: Institutional Advancement
TU signs Joint Articula- 1 Tubman University signs Joint Articulation with the University of the District of Columbia (UDC)
tion with UDC &
Thrust 80 Scholarship The William V. S. Tubman Univer- The agreement is to take effect
sity (TU) on September 22, 2011 from the date of signature for two
Student Intellectual 2
signed a Joint Articulation agree- years and shall be extended auto-
Center
ment with the University of the matically for an additional period
Scholarships & Financial 2 District of Columbia (UDC). The of two years at each expiration
Aid President of UDC, Allen Sessoms, date, unless either party gives
Ph.D., signed on behalf of UDC ninety (90) days notice in writing
Tubman University Farm 3 while Rev. Rita Townsend, Vice to terminate the agreement. Signing ceremony l-r: Mr. J. Brooks
Project Stella Maris, Rev. Townsend, TU, Dr.
President for Institutional Advance- Allen Sessoms, Pres. UDC, Cllr.
ment, signed on behalf of the Presi- In a related development, the Vohiri, EPAL, Mr. Morris Koffa,
dent of TU, Elizabeth Davis- William V. S. Tubman University AEW Inc. (photo by JEMS Photogra-
also benefited from the invitation phy)
Russell, Ed.D., Ph.D.
proffered by Thrust 80. The presi-
The Joint Articulation Agreement dents of the William V.S. Tubman the institutions. Dr. Dennis and
calls for the development of an University, Dr. Elizabeth Davis- Dr. Tokpa reflected on their
Environmental Curriculum, Joint Russell, University of Liberia’s education and aspirations that
Research and Development of a Dr. Emmet Dennis, and Cutting- crossed at the universities of Libe-
Special points of Certified Water Resource Manage- ton University’s Dr. Henrique ria and Cuttington. Tubman Uni-
interest: ment Environmental Protection Tokpa, were to receive scholar- versity was also connected. Dr.
Administration Laboratory, Faculty ship offerings at a lavish dinner in Emmet Dennis, is Chair of the
 Leadership Retreat and Student exchanges and Joint Bowie, Maryland. Rev. Town- TU Board of Trustees.
 Auxiliary Enterprise Research Activities of academic send, VPIA at Tubman University,
import. represented Dr. Elizabeth Davis- Tubman University and Cutting-
System
Russell. ton University each received one
 TU Farm Project According to Rev. Rita Townsend, full term scholarship. As alma
VPIA, the parties will collaborate Thrust 80 is a humanitarian or- mater of Thrust 80, University of
 Students Say-So
in joint conferences and academic ganization founded by graduates Liberia received three. Recipients
 Student Clubs & Activi- programs. The development, imple- of the University of Liberia in selected by Thrust 80 remain
ties: Capacity Building mentation and administration of a 1980. The organization has grown eligible by maintaining a minimum
Workshop final agreement on a program of in concept and, as its name indi- 2.5 GPA.
 Department of Athletics activities will be jointly discussed cates, has thrust itself to give back
Zachreyao Jalloh of TU’s College
& Recreation and agreed upon in advance accord- to Liberia through scholarships
of Engineering & Technology is
ing to all legal and policy provisions and humanitarian endeavors.
 Poem: Reflective Notes recipient of the Thrust 80 Gben-
of each institution . Both sides are
At the dinner in Bowie, it became yon-Kumeh-Victor Scholarship.
expected to provide necessary sup-
port to facilitate such activities. evident the interconnectedness of

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Student Intellectual Center (Palava Hut) Project
The Student Intellectual Cen- grams marking the inaugura- 2011 and is expected to be
ter Project was initiated by the tion of that leadership. Dur- completed in December, 2011.
first democratically elected ing the launching ceremony, The construction is being car-
student government of the the Cavalla Rubber Corpora- ried out by Family Construc-
Tubman University under the tion made a pledge of purchas- tion Inc., a local construction
leadership of Ms. Cora ing all the zinc required to company in Harper, Maryland
Doryen. The purpose of the complete the building. Months County. The Palava Hut will
intellectual center is to provide later, during her visit to have two offices, two wash
a central gathering place for Harper in March 2011, the rooms and a gathering place
students to get intellectually President of Liberia, H.E. for up to 1000 persons.
engaged and also to provide Madam Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
The total cost of the project is
Student Intellectual Center temporary shelter for the Stu- also made a donation of
estimated at USD 12,004.00
under construction dent Government Association. 10,000 USD towards the pro-
and is under the supervision
ject
The project was launched on of DSCA/DSA and is moni-
October 28, 2010 during pro- The construction began in July tored by Mr. George Kaicora.
Scholarships
Every year the William V. S. deserving students who en- Another important group of
Tubman University awards a rolled in the College of Educa- scholarships at TU is the Need
-based scholarships. The finan-
number of Merit-based and tion each year. Recipients
cial aid recipients may be stu-
Need-based scholarships to must carry at least 15 credits dents who meet academic stan-
deserving students to cover and agree to serve a two-year dards with a minimal GPA of
partial or full tuition and fees. period in schools identified by 2.0 and from a family in poor
financial position. Some Need-
This is contingent upon the the Ministry in Maryland
based scholarships at the Tub-
Mrs. Viola Lassanah –Lincoln fulfillment of the eligibility County upon graduation, ac- man University are: Work-
Director , Financial Aid criteria initiated by the scholar- cording to the Financial Aid Study, TU Board of Trustees
ship donor and the Financial Director. Scholarship, Liberia Unity,
Inc. Scholarship, Joetel Foun-
Aid Committee. Selection is
“There are many more Another important Merit- dation Financial Aid, etc.
based on financial needs, the
scholarships to be awarded based scholarship is the J.J. There are many more scholar-
student academic achievement,
at TU. Students can make Roberts Foundation Scholar- ships to be awarded at TU.
and the criteria set by the do-
inquiries about acquiring ship which is awarded to stu- Students can make inquiries
nor. about acquiring scholarships
scholarships from Mrs. dents at TU majoring in Agri-
from Mrs. Viola-Lassanah-
Viola-Lassanah-Lincoln, Primary among the list of culture, Education, Health Lincoln, Director of Financial
Director of Financial Aid, Merit-based scholarships at TU Sciences, Technology & Engi- Aid, Division of Students
Division of Students is the Ministry of Education neering. This scholarship cov- Affairs.
Affairs.” Scholarship. The Government ers tuition and fees. Recipients Contact the Division of Insti-
of Liberia through the Minis- must carry at least 15 credits tutional Advancement to con-
try of Education awards a and must maintain a GPA of tribute or make a scholarship.
number of scholarships to 3.0 each semester.

3. Volume 1, Issue 2
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Tubman University Farm Project
Rev. Joseph T. Theoway
Farm Manager
Rev. Theoway addressing Elders and Elders and Chiefs of Barrobbo Surveyors at the land site
Chiefs of Barrobbo District District after Townhall meeting
The Tubman University Farm of Maryland County. Barrobo is
Project is an initiative which is part the largest district in Maryland “The Farm
of a vision of the William V. S. County in terms of land space. It
Tubman University captured under has four(4) chiefdoms, eight (8)
Management shall
its business subsidiary styled and clans, three (3) county districts and endeavor to engage
known as the “ Auxiliary Enter- thirty three (33) towns. It has been and support
prise System” established for the established as an ideal site for
partnership relations
purpose of mobilizing additional farming because it contains various
financial resources to supplement categories of vegetation including w i t h b o t h
the GOL annual budget appropria- secondary re-growths and primary governmental and
tions. forests which indicates that the soil non-governmental
still retains its qualities and fertility.
The farm site is located on a corporations and
stretch of five hundred (500) acres The enterprises and operations at organizations
of land in Glofarken, Barrobo, the farm will commence shortly
participating in
donated by the people of the Bar- with an initial budget estimated at
robo Statutory District. As an Ninety Thousand United States Agricultural
integral part of the AES, the Uni- Dollars (USD 90,000.00) for FY Rev. Theoway demonstrates his development,
versity farm will specifically be 2011/2012. At the moment, the ability as a true farmer.
especially for joint
engaged in Agro Business Enter- farm management is already in
prise with a threefold objective: place: it comprises the Executive initiatives in the areas
plots, rice fields and other food
Director of the AES and the Farm crops. of cash/tree crops
 To serve as a revenue gener- Manager. (rubber, oil palm,
ating initiative in support of According to Rev. Joseph T. The-
the University. Modalities for the recruitment of oway, the Farm Manager, the farm
etc.) cultivation and
workforce needed to start land management shall endeavor to development”
 To support teaching, re- clearing began on the 31st of Oc- engage and support partnership
search, learning and commu- tober 2011 after a two(2) day con- relations with both governmental
nity service. sultative meetings with Chiefs and and non-governmental corpora-
Elders of Barobbo Statutory Dis- tions and organizations participat-
 To share farming technolo- trict, in Glofarken, Barobbo. It ing in agricultural development,
gies with the farmers of the has been proposed that 4/5 of the especially for joint initiatives in the
Barobbo District. 500 acres will be developed into areas of cash/tree crops (rubber,
tree crops and the remaining 1/5 oil palm, etc.) cultivation and de-
will be strategically allotted to velopment”.
accommodate living quarters, pas-
The farm site is about fifty (50)
ture fields for livestock, vegetable
miles from Harper, the capitol city

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Leadership Retreat
No organization thrives without a dor Gerald Coleman, Dean of the sources Director, Kla Wilson,
plan. In the third year of opera- College of Engineering and Tech- gave statistics on human capital at
tions, a Leadership Retreat was nology laid the ground rules for TU, showing diversity in country
held at the Cavalla Rubber Corpo- discussions and decorum. Rev. of origin. And that the institution
ration on 22 October 2011. The Rita Townsend, Vice President for is still heavily male-dominated.
focus of the Retreat was to plan the Division of Institutional Ad- Sr. Facilities Director Gloria Wil-
for 2012. vancement propounded on TU’s liams gave a report of physical
Attendees eagerly partici-
pating core values and principles of op- structures and fleet management.
Dr. Joe Isaac, Acting President, erations. Exec. Director shared aspirations
called the Retreat a Performance on the AES program, (also fea-
Scorecard, to assess institutional Presentations on performance
tured in this edition). A spirited
performance by divisions and followed. The Division of Aca- discussion followed the presenta-
offices. In his opening remarks, demic Affairs, represented by Rev.
tion by Ms. Faye Callejo and Mr.
Dr. Isaac expressed sentiments on Dr. Coker A.J. George, Jr, Dean Lawrence Chappy on
behalf of the President, Dr. Eliza- of the College of Agriculture and
“Confidentiality Matters”. At the
beth Davis-Russell. Her message Food Sciences, gave enrollment
crux of the discussion was clarify-
to the vice presidents, directors statistics by semester, gender, and ing essential institutional files
and officers of TU, is her expecta- attrition. Enrollment is up, and
verses right-to-know information.
tion to live the core values of the tends to rise at the beginning of Mr. George Zinneh, Budget Ana-
institution, and work together as the academic year, while attrition
lyst, reminded us to be budget
an efficient and effective team is down, and tends to be low in conscious. After lunch graciously
with intolerance for corruption of the second semester. He also
provided by CRC Management,
any sort. As Acting president, Dr. spoke of the need for specialized- the Legislative Officer, Ms. Massa
Isaac’s message focused on the faculty. Rev. Dr. Anthony Dioh,
Clemens, led group sessions in
management of people, processes, Vice President for Student Affairs determining a legislative agenda.
and programs, to see where the gave student profiles by gender, by
Weaving fun into the day was Ms.
institution is going. Rev. Ambassa- County, age range. Human Re- Klubo Kesselly who gave prizes.
Students Say-So
“William V. S. Tubman Univer- ferred student, TU has a very the latter of which will be helpful
sity is a vibrant institution with a strong and experienced Faculty. in enhancing discussions/
good and cool atmosphere for Instructors/Professors present interactions of academic, political
learning. In spite of the fact that topics to the understanding of and social nature between and
Name: Ms. Elaine Z. Brooks
the university is still in its infancy students, encourage participation among students of both Tubman
Sex: Female and may not be up to the stan- and respect the participatory view University and other universities
College: Management & PAdm.
dards of other universities ( in of every student. in Liberia.”
Major: Banking & Finance population and social potential), it
Ambition: Banker However, I would like to recom-
is hoped that as times go by, TU
will rise up to be the highest insti- mend to the university’s admini-
stration to carry on more renova-
tution of learning in Liberia by
every standard. tion and construction of build-
ings on the campus, like the engi-
As compared to other universities, neering building and the Student
from my experience as a trans- Intellectual Center (Palava Hut),

5. Volume 1, Issue 2
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Auxiliary Enterprise System (AES)
The Auxiliary Enterprise System is Guest House, Office Build-
the master plan to support the ings)
creation of revenue to supplement
the Government of Liberia (GOL) 3. University Farm (Cash
Crops, Livestock & Fishery)
appropriations. It is the oversight Mr. Gbalee Gray
unit to providing leadership and Executive Director, AES
4. Manufacturing (Raingear &
directions for all university entre- Footwear)
preneurial revenue generating
activities. 5. Branch Banking (Retail Mr. Gbalee Gray addressing Elders &
Banking Services w/ATM) Chiefs of Barrobbo Statutory District in
Specifically the AES three-year Glofarken, Barrobbo, Maryland County.
master plan shall also provide 6. Copy Center (Office Sup-
effect to the university’s ambitious plies, Copy, Print Fax) “At the Tubman
goals for revenue generation by:
7. University Pharmacy (A com-
beds, deluxe king rooms with king University, we are
size beds, deluxe double rooms
 Seeking investment opportu- ponent of the University with double beds, etc. very glad to
nities for the creation of Clinic)
capacity and sustainability. Our office buildings shall be con- encourage all well-
The Tubman University through structed to meet international meaning Liberians to
 Promoting the university’s its revenue generating arm the standards-spacious and comfort-
investment strategies for the AES has acquired twenty (20) able to reside. The beauty of the join us in achieving
future. acres of land for use as its real offices is made very visible by the
estate holdings. On this parcel of this goal. We are
offspring of fine rubber trees and
 Enabling investments to land located on the route to the
well-trimmed savannah grass. open to partnership
improve the quality and old Episcopal High School of
excellence of service. Bishop Ferguson, the University At the Tubman University, we are with all interested
intends to build a guesthouse, very glad to encourage all well-
 Develop a mix of asset and hotel and an office building for
individuals.”
meaning Liberians to join us in
infrastructure that responds commercial use. achieving this goal. We are open
to the diverse needs of stu- to partnership with all interested
dents, staff and greater com- When completed and fully fur- individuals.
munity. nished, our facilities shall be the
first of their kinds in in the city of
Under the AES, there are specific Harper, Maryland County, and
initiatives identified and approved the entire Southeastern Region.
by the President’s cabinet after Our preference shall be to always
serious deliberations. The cabinet create a satisfactory and pleasant
brilliantly approved seven (7) stra- atmosphere for our National and
tegic initiatives which are to gener- International guests.
ate revenue for the institution:
In our hotel rooms, we envision to
1. University Radio Station have traditional furnishings and
(Commercially Driven Ra- luxurious bedding. Among the
dio Station). guest rooms we shall have stan-
dard double rooms with double
2. Real Estate Holdings (Hotel,

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Student Clubs and Activities Schedules Students Capacity Building Workshop
The Department of Student Clubs to conduct recurring leadership standing of their roles and respon-
& Activities at the William V.S. and capacity building trainings for sibilities in the university commu-
Tubman University, has a major student leaders in areas important nity in relations to those of the
responsibility of ensuring a vi- to their needs and the university overall university administration.
brant campus life that will attract community. They will also be able to employ
students, encourage their partici- systematic thinking as a means of
pation in student activities and “It is in view of these responsi- fostering the overall objectives of
help cultivate an environment bilities that the department has the university and develop effi-
Mr. J. Philip Augustus Theoway that enriches and supports holistic planned a two (2) day Capacity cient and effective models of com-
Director student growth and development: Building Workshop for Student munication based on the proce-
body, mind and spirit. Leaders on November 25 & 26, dures and channels provided by
Students Clubs & Activities 2011, in the gallery of the Aca- the university. It is also expected
The Department places emphasis demic Complex of TU beginning that student leaders will be able to
at 10:00 a.m daily. view time budgeting and manage-
“The Workshop is on building the capacity and lead-
ership skills of students, giving ment as a fundamental and valu-
intended basically to them a complete sense of citizen- The Workshop is intended basi- able leadership skill rather than
ship and igniting in them a life- cally to provide and/or increase an absolute way of life and, will
provide and/or increase long drive for civic engagement, the knowledge and skills of 25 - develop basic skills in fundraising
30 student leaders in various and resource mobilization.
the knowledge and community service and develop-
clubs and organizations as well as
ment.
skills of 25 -30 student the SGA on how they can effec- Major facilitators of the workshop
Considering how critical these tively and efficiently operate. It include, Dr. Joseph T. Isaac, Vice
leaders in various clubs are, the department has adopted a also intends to help them define President for Administration,
and meet their objectives in the Acting President and Professor,
and organizations as strategic goal for the 2011/2012
University community, taking Rev. Rita Townsend, Vice Presi-
academic year to “build the capac-
well as the SGA on how ity of students and increase their into consideration current uni- dent for Institutional Advance-
participation in student activities versity policies and procedures, ment & Associate Professor, Mr.
they can effectively and at Tubman University”. principles of operation and core Abraham Kiazolu, Associate Pro-
values.” fessor, Mrs. Viola Lassanah Lin-
efficiently operate” coln, Director of Financial Aid
Speaking to TU Times, the Direc-
tor of Students Clubs and Activi- Mr. Theoway further stressed that and Adjunct Faculty, Mr. J. Philip
ties, Mr. J. Philip Augustus The- at the end of the workshop, it is Augustus Theoway, Director of
oway, said that a major objective expected that student leaders Student Clubs & Activities
for the attainment of this goal is would have developed an under- amongst others.
Department of Athletics & Recreation
In an effort to strengthen the the Director of Athletics and The games will begin at 9:00 am
soccer and basketball teams of Recreation, Mr. David Erskine with the College of Education
the William V.S. Tubman Uni- said that each college will be taking on the College of Man-
versity, and also to foster coher- represented by their respective agement in the day’s first match.
ence and unity between and colors: White, green, blue, yel-
Moreover, Tubman University
among students of different col- low, pink, for the colleges of
leges, the Department of Athlet- Management & Padm., Agricul- soccer and Basketball teams
have invited the Ivorian Refugee
ics and Recreation of the ture, Education, Technology and
WVSTU has scheduled an inter- Health Sciences respectively. team from Little Wlebo and the
Mr. David Hne Erskine Pakistani basketball team to
college tournament for Saturday,
Director November 19, 2011, from The faculty and staff of TU will participate in a friendly encoun-
Athletics & Recreation also participate in the tourna- ter on November 29, 2011, in
9:00am—6:00 pm at the TU soc-
cer pitch. ment with the designated color of commemoration of the Late
red. Pres. William V.S. Tubman
In an interview with TU Times, Birthday.

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Poem
Reflective Notes
By Rev. Rita Townsend
Be one to note
One „man‟ one vote
Determined by laws on the books
If you care to take a look
You‟ll see your right to vote;
Our fragile democracy
Our youthful populace
Call for very sober thought
That our vote was not for naught;
Exercise freedom, your righteous might
But remember yours should not snuff my light;
Is that what you want
Despite being warned?
The good for us all
Depends on our love
One for another
For our fathers and mothers
For our sons and daughters;
Love for our land
Established by God‟s command
Liberia lives
Liberia is saved
All hail
Liberia hail!!

8. Transformation for Worthy Service
William V.S. Tubman University History & Facts
Chartered: 14 September 2009
Vision: TU aspires to be a center of quality and excellence
Mission: Provide quality educational experiences that transform the lives
of individuals for worthy service
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 Education
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