Kwararafa University Wukari

Kwararafa University Wukari was licensed as Wukari Jubilee by the National Universities Commission in 2005. It took off in March 2006 with 61 students as the first and only community-owned University in Nigeria, the first University in Taraba State and the second private University in the North East Geopolitical zone of Nigeria. Vision To become a first-class institution in pursuit of knowledge and scholarship through teaching, research and community service, geared towards inculcating knowledge and entrepreneurial skills to students that will enable them to be productive and self-reliant. Mission To provide a conducive environment for the development of effective and virile indigenous human and material resources for the development of the nation. To produce graduates who are well-rounded in their disciplines and also imbued with the necessary entrepreneurial skill to contribute meaningfully to the development of themselves in particular and society in general. To replace unemployment and career stagnation of graduates with creative ingenuity through well-packaged programs and practical training. To provide a sound education to Nigerians irrespective of religious affiliation, tribes, sex and political leaning. To create a nurturing and stimulating environment where the pursuit of excellence, development of self-discipline, creative thinking and individuality will thrive and also seen as essential components of cooperative society. University Colors The University Official Colours are Green and Gold. The Green Colour represents agriculture, productivity, fertility, growth and steady progress while the Gold Colour represents the rich cultural heritage of the people and abundance of natural resources. In the Logo, the spearhead “Atoshi” is the traditional weapon of the Jukun people (host community of the University) and its relationship with the open Book also in the Logo symbolizes that knowledge derived from the university will play a crucial role in the management /resolution of crises, and in the fight against ignorance, poverty, and disease. Our History Kwararafa University Wukari was licensed as Wukari Jubilee by the National Universities Commission in 2005. It took off in March 2006 with 61 students as the first and only community-owned University in Nigeria, the first University in Taraba State and the second private University in the North East Geopolitical zone of Nigeria. Located at Wukari an ancient city that was for a while the headquarters of the historically famous Kwararafa Confederacy, the University officially changed its name from Wukari Jubilee to Kwararafa in Febuary 2012 to reflect the cultural and historical roots of the confederacy which at the zenith of its powers extended to modern Niger, Plateau, Kogi, Nasarawa and Benue states and FCT in the north central geo-political zone, Edo and Cross River in the South-south zone, Kogi Kaduna, Kano, and Katsina states in the north west zone and Bauchi, Gombe, and Adamawa States in the north east zone. Kwararafa University enjoys cordial relations with its host community and attracts students from Taraba and 22 other states of the Federation. Research Focus/Linkages The University is presently developing linkage programs with other Institutions and Universities around the world. The focus of research is in the areas: Peace and Conflict Resolution Food Science and Technology Mathematics Education Heritage Studies and Eco-Tourism The research focus is derived from the unique location of the University in the Benue valley with an abundance of flora and fauna as well as the rich social-cultural traditions of the people of the area that could be of academic interest to researchers. Our community project in Mathematics Education. We strongly believe that if we engage with our wider community and deploy modern techniques for teaching mathematics we will be filling a gap in mathematics education in particular and science education in general. Academic Support Services University Library The University Library is stocked with well-selected relevant books, journals, magazines, and newspapers. Many of the books are the latest in the various courses taught at the University. The University’s virtual library has 50 desktop systems with 20-inch monitors all networked and connected to the Internet. The e-Library has over 2 million e-books on its server. Computer Laboratory In its resolve to match theory with practice, Kwararafa University has two well–equipped computer laboratories for use by students in the Computer Science Department of the University. The main computer laboratory has 25 systems networked to a server. It also has an overhead projector and a digital whiteboard. The second laboratory is basically for hardware training. GIS & Econometrics Laboratories The University has equipped two laboratories for Geographic Information Systems and Econometrics. Both Laboratories are equipped with desktop and laptop computers, multimedia facilities and customized software to enable staff and students undertake basic and advanced GIS and Statistical research. Clinic The University is mindful of the health needs of its students and staff and for this purpose. The University provides medical insurance for all its students. This enables them to be attended to when sick at major hospitals in Wukari and in their places of abode during holidays. Sports The University is actively involved in sports and has played several matches with neighboring tertiary institutions. It also participated in the last private University games held at JABU. The University Sports Coordinator oversees the affairs of this unit. This school offers programs in: EnglishFounded in 2005, Kwararafa University Wukari is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Wukari (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Taraba. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Kwararafa University Wukari (KWU) is a very small (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Kwararafa University Wukari (KWU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 13 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Nigerian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. KWU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.