COOU VC, Prof. Kate Omenugha Hosts Rotary Club of Awka, Enhancing University-Community Collaboration
The Ag. Vice Chancellor of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Prof. Kate Azuka Omenugha, warmly hosted a delegation from the Rotary Club of Awka on Thursday, April 4th, 2024.
Mary Nwaeze 
In an enriching collaboration initiative, the Ag. Vice Chancellor of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Prof. Kate Azuka Omenugha, warmly hosted a delegation from the Rotary Club of Awka on Thursday, April 4th, 2024. Led by President Rtn. Chika Ibeneme, the seventeen-member delegation engaged in constructive discussions aimed at reinforcing ties between the university and Rotary.
Expressing gratitude for the warm reception, Rtn. Prof. A. U. Nnonyelum, District Governor-Elect of Rotary International District 9142 Nigeria, lauded Prof. Omenugha's leadership and the university's support for Rotary initiatives. He highlighted the elevation of two members to professorial ranks as evidence of transparent leadership.
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The primary agenda of the visit was to revitalize the Igbariam Rotary Gateway Club within COOU and foster deeper collaboration with Prof. Omenugha's administration. Acknowledging the support of the state Governor, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, in her appointment, the delegation expressed confidence in Prof. Omenugha's capability to drive positive change.
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In her response, Prof. Omenugha expressed admiration for Rotary's service ethos and affirmed her commitment to enhancing collaboration. She emphasized the university's core values of Values, Viability, and Visibility, identifying Rotary as a potential partner in realizing COOU's vision. Prof. Omenugha pledged support for the club's initiatives and sought avenues for partnership to leverage the university's resources for community benefit.
Rtn. Prof. Njideka Ebisi, President-Elect of Igbariam Gateway, hailed Prof. Omenugha's proactive stance and anticipated fruitful collaboration, dubbing her a "bulldozer" poised to effect positive transformation at COOU.
The visit marks a significant step towards strengthening ties between COOU and the Rotary Club of Awka, promising mutual benefits and impactful community engagement.
