American University and MAPOLY to Partner on Research and Academic Programs
Penn State University representatives visited Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) in Abeokuta, Ogun State, to explore a partnership facilitated by the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Oba (Prof.) Saka Matemilola.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
A team of academics from Penn State University in the United States met with the management of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) in Abeokuta, Ogun State, to discuss potential partnerships between the two institutions. This collaboration is being facilitated by the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Oba (Prof.) Saka Matemilola.
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The meeting, held on Thursday, saw MAPOLY's management, led by Rector Dr. Adeoye Odedeji, warmly receive the five-member Penn State delegation. The delegation included Prof. Sylvester Osagie, Associate Director of Africa Partnerships and Director of the Faculty Fulbright Program; Kimberly Lawless, Dean of the College of Education; Sjoerd Willem Duiker, Professor of Soil Management & Applied Soil Physics; Esther Obonyo, Professor of Engineering Design and Architectural Engineering; and Mel White, Senior Director of Special Projects & Coordination.
Dr. Odedeji expressed MAPOLY’s commitment to the partnership, highlighting the institution's readiness to collaborate on research and exchange programs. He emphasized the polytechnic’s pool of researchers who are eager to engage in joint initiatives. Odedeji also praised the Olowu of Owu Kingdom for facilitating this partnership, assuring that the collaboration will enhance research and teaching at MAPOLY.
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Prof. Osagie stressed the importance of institutional partnerships in addressing global challenges, stating that collaboration is essential for tackling complex issues that no single entity can handle alone. He announced plans for a workshop where faculty members from both institutions will discuss their areas of interest and formalize the partnership.
The visit underscores the commitment of both Penn State University and MAPOLY to enhance educational and research opportunities through international collaboration.
