Year: 2026

Arsi University held a colorful projects inauguration ceremony on May 23, 2026, marking the commencement of high-level initiatives that bring together federal, regional and zonal higher officials alongside community representatives. The event also featured the participation of university management councils Aba Gadas and Hadha Siinqees, as well as religious leaders, reflecting the strong community and…

Arsi University participated in the mid-term meeting of STREAMING Project (Sustainable Trade Regimes with Europe and Africa through Mapping Innovation, New Technology, and Growth Mindset), held in Djerba, Tunisia, and hosted by Gabes University from May 4–5, 2026. The event brought together over 35 participants from 15 institutions across different countries to review progress, exchange…

Arsi University successfully conducted its 9th National Research Conference at the main campus meeting hall on April 24–25, 2026, under the grand theme: “Harnessing Applied Research and Multidisciplinary Innovation for Sustainable Development,” integrating Agriculture, Health, and Digital Technology.The conference brought together high-level officials from various governmental and non-governmental organizations, researchers from different higher education institutions,…

Arsi University continues to expand its international engagement through active participation in key academic and development cooperation events held in Brussels and Leuven in April 2026.From April 16 to 17, the University participated in the EU-funded Intra-Africa Mobility Coordinators Meeting on Green Transition in Brussels under the MAINSTREAM project (Mobility for Agricultural International Networks Supporting…

Arsi University held a colorful graduation ceremony to celebrate the successful completion of studies by 1,016 graduates across different undergraduate and postgraduate programs. In his remark, Dr. Fikadu Mitiku, President of Arsi University, congratulated the graduates for reaching what he described as a historical milestone. He urged the new alumni to serve their community using…

From factory floors to policy hubs, the WEFACE 2026 delegation wrapped a fast-moving second round of visits across Addis Ababa, converting insights on quality, market access, mechanization, and export readiness into concrete next steps for women-led cooperatives. Industries and sites visitedSheger Bread & Flour Factory PLC in Akaki-Kality opened its high-throughput bakery and adjacent mill,…

A delegation of Serbian professors from the Academy of Applied Preschool Teaching and Health Studies at Krusevac has been visiting Arsi University. The delegates, led by Professor Nevenka Mihajlovic, were received at the university by senior officials. On the first day, the visiting team received a brief overview of Arsi University from Dr. Mustefa Bati,…

Arsi University marked a vibrant and impactful celebration of International Women’s Day. The event brought together federal and regional higher officials, women intellectuals, and various stakeholders to honor the achievements and contributions of women in society. In his welcoming remarks, Dr. Fikadu Mitiku, President of Arsi University, highlighted the challenges women have faced to attain…

A team led by Dr. Mustefa, Vice President for Academic Affairs, participated in the Erasmus+ Staff Mobility Program hosted by Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf in Germany from 15 to 21 February. The program brought together academic staff from diverse institutions to enhance the quality and relevance of higher education through practical engagement and international collaboration. The mobility…