KASU Hosts Scholarly Discourse on Language and Literary Studies, Proposes Writing Centre and Future Tech Ethics

Kaduna State University (KASU) recently hosted a scholarly discourse on Language and Literary Studies, featuring notable scholars and proposing the establishment of a writing center and future tech ethics.

The event, held on August 21, 2024, at Lecture Theater 1, Faculty of Arts, focused on the book "Language and Literary Studies: An Exploration for Scholarly Discourse," edited by Prof. U.N. Butari.

Key highlights include:

- Vice-Chancellor Prof. Abdullahi Ibrahim Musa's proposal for a writing center and emphasis on contextual communication and immersion for language mastery

- Suggestion for future scholarly discourse on technology dynamics and 21st-century ethics

- Introduction of KASU's e-learning platform to enhance undergraduate learning experience

- Presentation of the book and announcement of support for authors and the Department of English and Drama

- Startup grant for the proposed writing center

The event featured esteemed scholars, including Prof. Audee T. Giwa, Prof. Patrick El-Kanemi Onah, Prof. Butari Nahum, and Dr. Yusuf Ninzim Shamagana, and was attended by faculty members, staff, and students.