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A host of Professionals from the University of Buea  (UB) recently paid a visit to their mentee institution Biaka  University Institute of Buea  (BUIB),to appraise the work done since the commencement of the two new Schools in  BUIB   –the school of Agricultural Sciences and the School of Engineering and Technology, this  academic year 2022/2023.

During the visit, the directors of the maiden schools revisited the mission and vision of the schools which focus on providing world class training with exceptional quality in research and community outreach with the goal of producing job creators.  They further added that the schools are manned with fine and experienced lecturers who are charged with the responsibly to provide holistic training to students both at the undergraduate and post graduate levels via a student centered learning approach.

 The Head of mission Professor Nol Alembong , DVC/ Teaching, Professionalization and Development  of information and communication technologies , voiced UB’s  satisfaction working with BUIB while reiterating the that mentorship is not a master servant relationship, but that of collaboration which BUIB has so far stood the test of time. The team of five appreciated the kick- off momentum by the new schools while calling on the administrators not to relent their efforts in making these new babies shine as expected.

Prof Fonkeng George , DVC in Charge of Academic Affairs and Research  at BUIB , extoled the team for their valued mentorship collaboration while promising that BUIB will stay at the helm of providing training as per the standards of the Ministry of Higher Education.

The visit was crowned by a campus tour to the library, laboratories and classrooms meant to enhance the teaching and learning process.

It was a moment of handshake and excitement as staff and students of Biaka University Institute of Buea converged once again as one big family this 3^rd day of the year 2023 to continue with the first semester of the academic year.

Festive days are over and work has commenced at BUIB with lots of enthusiasm and expectations for the New Year 2023. Mbu Mary, student of the department of Nursing in the School of Health Sciences, expressed joy for making it to 2023 and looks forward to a more exciting encounter with her school mates and lecturers who according to her, have been committed to their responsibility in providing quality training at Biaka University Institute of Buea .

On her part, Mrs. Nyah Celestine, Head of Department of the Records office thanked God for the New Year and looks forward to a year full of love, togetherness and hard work among members of the BUIB family

The Resumption of school kick started with a thanksgiving Mass held at the chapel during which Rev. Fr. Peter Maza , Chaplain of the Institution, reminded Christians of the goodness of God as the Catholic Church today celebrates the most Holy name of Jesus while praying for blessings upon all throughout the new year.

This year 2023 it must be noted is a significant year in the life of the institution which grows Silver in its mission of providing standard education. This 25years anniversary would be celebrated in grand style in the months ahead.

“Joy to the world, the Lord is come, let earth receive her King…..” these words echoed in a beautiful melody  as the lights of  Christmas brightened the esplanade of St Veronica Medical Centre during the lighting of the Christmas tree event which took place this Tuesday the 20^th of December 2022 at the Biaka Complex. A yearly tradition meant to celebrate as a family the birth of Christ, was thrilled with melodic Christmas carols by the talents of the BUIB Choir.

Opening the ceremony, the Vice Chancellor Dr. Mrs. Francisca Hongla Biaka, used the opportunity to thank God for the gift of the students, faculty and staff of St Veronica Medical Centre while praying that the joy that comes with the birth of Christ should live with them and their entire household. She challenged all to rejoice, forget about all that troubles them and focus on Christ who is the supreme giver of all that is good.

During the celebration, participants enjoyed gifts from “Fr. Christmas” ranging from Christmas balls, caps, glasses and flowers just to mention these few. This exhibits a sign of love and togetherness that exists among staff and students of this Complex.

This celebration was followed by another show of love from the management of the Complex who in their usual style offered gifts in kind to all members of staff including rice, oil, tomatoes among others.  Staff members on their part expressed gratitude to the movers and shakers of St Veronica Medical Complex for their all-time love and support.

Hurray! Come 2023, Biaka University Institute of Buea will take another giant step to increase the visibility and employability of its graduates  in the United States of America.   This institution which has been known worldwide for her excellence does not stay at the position of providing standard education, but goes beyond to ensure that her graduates are well placed in the international market. This explains why the university shall enter into partnership for her students to receive training for the NCLEX-RN Examination; one which graduates must take before having the license to practice as nurses in the United States of America.

This partnership shall be realized through the collaboration with Dr. Kevin Foy, an Oncology Practitioner at The Ohio State University Medical Center and an adjunct professor at Hondros College of Nursing in the USA.

During his visit to BUIB, Dr. Kevin handed some textbooks to the Vice Chancellor of BUIB Dr. Mrs. Francisca Hongla Biaka who expressed gratitude for this gesture. Talking to Dr. Kevin on why they chose BUIB for this partnership, he explained that “Biaka University Institute of Buea is known for her excellence and for attracting some of the brightest talents in the nation and her graduates are exceptional”. These books will be available at the BUIB’s Library for interested students.