Abstract:
Solving problems of the community through services has been the commitment of University of Gondar since its very establishment. Initially established to respond to the outbreak of malaria in Demebya, University of Gondar has continued to serving the surrounding community with a motto of “Proudly community servant”. The commitment to this motto has continued to be reflected particularly in the increasing trends in problem solving research outputs and provision of community intervention projects, making the university the leading institution in serving the nation with commitment and dedication.
This tradition has continued and the services to community has expended tremendously in 2007 Ethiopian budget year. In addition to important programs and projects implemented by the community service directorate, more than 47 academic faculty projects were funded by the University of Gondar were implemented by Colleges/faculties/schools. There are also 28 ongoing community service projects funded by the partner organization.
This community service booklet present an overview of the major community service projects implemented in 2007 Ethiopian budget year. Although a very brief summary of the vast community service activities implemented by University of Gondar, we believe readers can draw important lessons and inspirations form the community services projects summarized in contained in here. We would like to extend our deepest appreciation to all those who are engaged in community service activities and we are confident the academic community at University of Gondar will keep up this vibe and contribute towards the realization of our Growth and Transformation Plan ahead of us.
