ELIP Trainees Engaged Actively in The Training Program

Under the coordination of Dr. Mekonen Gemechu, the ELIP at ASTU’s CoHSS is providing comprehensive training to selected staff members from various colleges across the university.

Terminal Research Project Report Review Underway

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CoHSS) at Adama Science and Technology University (ASTU) is currently conducting a rigorous review of terminal research project reports authored by academic staff members.

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CoHSS) has officially launched two vital initiatives aimed at significantly enhancing faculty professional development and bolstering the quality of education: the English Language Improvement Program (ELIP) and the Higher Diploma Program (HDP).

The launch was marked by a kick-off meeting attended by College Deans, Department Heads, and faculty members, highlighting a unified commitment to educational excellence. As articulated by College Dean Dr. Edo Rago, the programs are designed to:

• Elevate Teaching Effectiveness: The HDP strengthens pedagogical competence and equips academic staff with essential knowledge on effective teaching practices.
• Build Confidence and Fluency: ELIP focuses on building communication confidence and fluency beyond basic grammar, directly improving instructional delivery.
• Improve Student Outcomes: The ultimate goal is to enhance skill acquisition, increase student motivation and confidence, and address emerging educational demands.

Dr. Meskerem Tadesse

ASTU Celebrates July 2025, First Female PhD in Technology & Innovation Management!

The Department of Technology and Innovation Management, College of Humanities and Social Science at ASTU, proudly announces the successful PhD defense of Dr. Meskerem Tadesse, marking her as the first female PhD graduate in the department's history!

Dr. Edo Rago, Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CoHSS), formalized the college’s commitment to institutional excellence by signing the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) agreement for the 2018 E.C. academic year. This signing followed the university-level ceremony where top ASTU leadership solidified their accountability to institutional goals.

As is standard practice, Dr. Edo signed the agreement with Dr. Teshome Abdo, Vice President for Academic Affairs, cascading the university's strategic vision into actionable and measurable goals for CoHSS. This commitment ensures the college's operational output and performance are aligned with ASTU's broader academic and strategic objectives.

Dr. Shibiru Ayalew Melesse

The CoHSS is proud to announce a significant academic achievement: Dr. Shibiru Ayalew Melesse successfully defended his PhD dissertation on May 19, 2025. His pivotal research is titled "The Financial System in Ethiopia: Digital Readiness, Innovation, and Inclusiveness."  This milestone, alongside Dr. Ifa Muleta Boru's defense on May 17, 2025, marks a pioneering moment for ASTU, as they are the inaugural PhD graduates in Technology and Innovation Management.