Search News Open And Distance Learning: IPESS JOSTUM Trains Staff JOSTUM Expands Cutting-Edge all-inclusive Research Infrastructure to Strengthen Interdisciplinary Research Support Institutional Self-Assessment Report on Interdisciplinary Science Research (ISR): Advancing Collaborative and Impact-Driven Research at JOSTUM Full Resumption and 2025/2026 Matriculation Ceremony. Registration Of Newly Admitted UTME/DE Candidates For 2025/2026 Academic Session. BAN On “Signing Out” Activities The Sale Is On! Advance Your Career – Postgraduate Form 2025/2026 Now Available! US Embassy expresses interest to partner with JOSTUM Newly Admitted Students: No Extension Of Registration After Matriculation Recent News More News Follow On Facebook Instagram Twitter Dribbble The Institute of Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards (IPESS), Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi (JOSTUM), in collaboration with the Open and Distance Learning Centre (ODLC) at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Abuja, has organised a 3-day hands-on workshop on open learning course content development for print and digital spaces. The 3-day workshop, which was resourced by the Regional Training and Research Institute for Distance and Open Learning (RETRIDOL) held at the IPESS complex from 24th to 26th March 2026. Delivering the opening remarks, the Centre Leader and Director, Prof. Lami A. Nnamonu, expressed gratitude to the RETRIDOL team and the Director, Open and Distance Learning Centre, JOSTUM, Prof. Rufus Sha’Ato for their coordination and stated that ODL is an enviable height the Institute aspires to reach in her quest to build sustainable capacity in the areas of procurement and environmental and social standards. The Centre Leader and Director, who was represented by the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Prof. Simon Shomkegh, noted that the workshop was beneficial not just to staff of the Institute but also to the University. She urged the participants to participate actively to gain valuable knowledge for the task ahead. The Director, Open and Distance Learning Centre, JOSTUM, Prof. Rusfus Sha’Ato thanked IPESS management for supporting the programme and further stated that the University is poised to commence the Open and Distance Learning Centre. Prof. Sha’Ato reiterated that the training was designed to build individual capacities to enable the development of materials that are fit for delivery on the digital and print spaces. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Vice Chancellor of JOSTUM, the leader of the RETRIDOL team, Felix K. Olakulehin, said the team was deployed to build the capacity of staff in content development for Open and Distance Learning (ODL) resources for both print and digital spaces. He expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality the team received and promised to give the required support to help the university’s Open and Distance Learning Centre to thrive. Reacting, the Vice Chancellor of JOSTUM, Engr Prof. Isaac N. Itodo, represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration, Prof. Elizabeth Kembe, commended the team for the visit and stated that ODL is a trending and useful innovation, and the University is anxious to institute and reap the benefits thereof. The Vice Chancellor thanked IPESS JOSTUM management for facilitating the 3-day workshop and expressed confidence in the Institute’s capacity to host the programme seamlessly. He charged participants to make the most out of the training to enable them to take the University to greater heights. Directorate of Information, Protocol and Public Relations (DIPPR), …

Search News JOSTUM Expands Cutting-Edge all-inclusive Research Infrastructure to Strengthen Interdisciplinary Research Support Institutional Self-Assessment Report on Interdisciplinary Science Research (ISR): Advancing Collaborative and Impact-Driven Research at JOSTUM Full Resumption and 2025/2026 Matriculation Ceremony. Registration Of Newly Admitted UTME/DE Candidates For 2025/2026 Academic Session. BAN On “Signing Out” Activities The Sale Is On! Advance Your Career – Postgraduate Form 2025/2026 Now Available! US Embassy expresses interest to partner with JOSTUM Newly Admitted Students: No Extension Of Registration After Matriculation Recent News More News Follow On Facebook Instagram Twitter Dribbble The Management of JOSTUM has unveiled a plan to have dedicated and shared facilities designed to power interdisciplinary science across agriculture, environmental studies, chemistry, engineering, and related fields. Centralized laboratories and research hubs now include advanced analytical chemistry labs, environmental monitoring units, soil and water testing facilities, and biotechnology and nanomaterials research spaces.  These shared platforms foster collaboration across faculties, while experimental farms, pilot processing units, and field stations drive translational research in sustainable agriculture, environmental remediation, and food systems. With ongoing investments in modernization and equipment upgrades, JOSTUM continues to strengthen its interdisciplinary research capacity and global impact. JOSTUM has established administrative structures that actively support interdisciplinary research. The Directorate of Research and Innovation and the Postgraduate School provide coordination, grant facilitation, and project management support for interdisciplinary teams. The University also operates a Research Policy Framework that encourages cross-departmental collaboration and provides guidance on joint proposals, budgeting, and reporting. Dedicated support is available for identifying funding opportunities, proposal development, ethics approvals, and partnership building with industry and international collaborators. Furthermore, institutional committees and research clusters are constituted to bring together experts from diverse disciplines to address thematic areas such as climate change, sustainable agriculture, environmental pollution, and public health. JOSTUM has established strong administrative structures to drive interdisciplinary research. Through the Directorate of Research and Innovation and the Postgraduate School, the University provides coordination, grant facilitation, and project management support for research teams. A robust Research Policy Framework encourages cross-departmental collaboration, guiding joint proposals, budgeting, and reporting. Dedicated services help researchers access funding opportunities, develop proposals, secure ethics approvals, and build partnerships with industry and international collaborators. Institutional committees and research clusters unite experts across disciplines to tackle pressing issues such as climate change, sustainable agriculture, environmental pollution, and public health. Directorate of Information, Protocol and Public Relations (DIPPR), …

Search News Institutional Self-Assessment Report on Interdisciplinary Science Research (ISR): Advancing Collaborative and Impact-Driven Research at JOSTUM Full Resumption and 2025/2026 Matriculation Ceremony. Registration Of Newly Admitted UTME/DE Candidates For 2025/2026 Academic Session. BAN On “Signing Out” Activities The Sale Is On! Advance Your Career – Postgraduate Form 2025/2026 Now Available! US Embassy expresses interest to partner with JOSTUM Newly Admitted Students: No Extension Of Registration After Matriculation Recent News More News Follow On Facebook Instagram Twitter Dribbble 1. Does your institution provide specific physical facilities for interdisciplinary science research teams within applicable disciplines? Yes. JOSTUM provides dedicated and shared physical infrastructure designed to support interdisciplinary science research across agriculture, environmental science, chemistry, engineering, and related fields. The University operates centralized laboratories and research hubs, including advanced analytical chemistry laboratories, environmental monitoring facilities, soil and water testing laboratories, and biotechnology and nanomaterials research spaces. These facilities are intentionally structured as shared-use platforms, enabling collaboration among researchers from different faculties. Additionally, experimental farms, pilot processing units, and field stations support translational and cross-disciplinary research, particularly in sustainable agriculture, environmental remediation, and food systems. Ongoing investments in laboratory modernization and equipment acquisition further strengthen interdisciplinary capacity. 2. Does your institution provide specific administrative support for interdisciplinary science research teams within applicable disciplines? Yes. JOSTUM has established administrative structures that actively support interdisciplinary research. The Directorate of Research and Innovation and the Postgraduate School provide coordination, grant facilitation, and project management support for interdisciplinary teams. The University also operates a Research Policy Framework that encourages cross-departmental collaboration and provides guidance on joint proposals, budgeting, and reporting. Dedicated support is available for identifying funding opportunities, proposal development, ethics approvals, and partnership building with industry and international collaborators. Furthermore, institutional committees and research clusters are constituted to bring together experts from diverse disciplines to address thematic areas such as climate change, sustainable agriculture, environmental pollution, and public health. 3. Does your institution have a tenure or career promotion system in place that recognizes interdisciplinary science research teams within applicable disciplines? Yes. JOSTUM’s academic promotion and appraisal system recognizes interdisciplinary research contributions. The criteria for promotion include collaborative publications, multidisciplinary research grants, and cross-cutting project leadership, which incentivize staff participation in interdisciplinary teams. The University’s guidelines explicitly acknowledge co-authored works, multi-investigator grants, and applied research outputs that address complex societal challenges. Increasing emphasis is also placed on impact-driven research, including policy relevance, community engagement, and innovation outputs, which are often inherently interdisciplinary. 4. Since participating in ISR, has your institution introduced any changes to support interdisciplinary science? Yes. Participation in the ISR framework has catalyzed several improvements at JOSTUM. These include: Strengthening of institutional research policies to more explicitly prioritize interdisciplinary collaboration. Establishment and expansion of thematic research clusters aligned with global challenges such as climate change, food security, and environmental sustainability. Enhanced investment in shared research infrastructure and digital collaboration tools. Increased support for multi-disciplinary grant applications, including internal review mechanisms and mentorship for early-career researchers. Promotion of cross-faculty seminars, workshops, and training programmes to foster integration of diverse scientific perspectives. These efforts reflect a deliberate institutional shift toward a more collaborative and problem-oriented research ecosystem. 5. Is there any feedback you would like to share about ISR? JOSTUM appreciates the ISR initiative for highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary science in addressing complex global challenges. The framework has been instrumental in encouraging institutional reflection and strengthening collaborative research systems. We recommend further refinement of indicators to better capture context-specific innovation, particularly in developing-country institutions where interdisciplinary research often addresses local sustainability challenges with global relevance. Additionally, expanding capacity-building support and providing clearer benchmarking tools would enhance participation and impact. Overall, ISR is a valuable platform that aligns well with JOSTUM’s strategic vision of advancing solution-driven, interdisciplinary research for sustainable development. Directorate of Information, Protocol and Public Relations (DIPPR), …

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Search News The Sale Is On! Advance Your Career – Postgraduate Form 2025/2026 Now Available! Your Next Level Starts Here – Industrial Chemistry PG Commencement of the 2025/2026 Post UTME/Direct Entry Screening Exercise US Embassy expresses interest to partner with JOSTUM Newly Admitted Students: No Extension Of Registration After Matriculation Recent News More News Follow On Facebook Instagram Twitter Dribbble The United States Embassy in Abuja has expressed interest in partnering with Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi (JoSTUM) to encourage careers in diplomacy. The American Center Coordinator, Grace Lamon, made this announcement during a visit on February 10, 2025 in the university’s Senate chamber. Lamon emphasized the wealth of opportunities available through American Spaces—open-access learning and gathering hubs worldwide that foster engagement between local communities and the United States, both in person and virtually. She outlined various educational opportunities, including advising for those interested in studying in the U.S., workshops on career development and English language learning, as well as programmes focused on new technologies, digital skills, and academic resources. Additionally, American Spaces offer film screenings, discussions, and lectures on leadership, entrepreneurship, current events, and international affairs. Reaffirming the mission of the visit, American Public Diplomacy Officer, Victoria Cook emphasized the importance of strengthening mutual understanding between the United States and Nigeria. She underscored the core principles of American Spaces—the “Three E’s”: Engagement, Education, and Empowerment. According to her, these platforms provide significant educational opportunities and a broad range of public engagement initiatives beneficial to individuals of all ages. Principal officers present during the visit included Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic), Prof. F A. Ayatse, University Registrar, Dr. J. U. David, University Librarian, Prof. J. Agoh, and Dean of Student Affairs, Prof. S. Ejembi. Directorate of Information, Protocol and Public Relations (DIPPR), …

Recent News More News Follow On Facebook Instagram Twitter Dribbble NO EXTENSION OF REGISTRATION AFTER MATRICULATION It has come to the knowledge of the University Management that some newly admitted 100 level students are yet to register for their first semester 2023/2024 academic session after matriculation Ceremony which was held on the 16th May, 2024. In view of the above, I am directed to inform all the unregistered students that, there is no extension of deadline for registration after matriculation. This decision is in cognisance with the well established guidelines of Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for newly admitted students in Nigerian Universities. Consequently, all the affected students are advised to register with ICT unit of the University and apply for deferment of studies. Note that this is the only window available to assist those students who collected their admission acceptance letters. The affected students who fail to apply for deferment, risk being voluntary withdrawn from the University. The above decision is communicated to you for your information and necessary action, please. Thank you. Prof. F. A. AyatseDeputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic)For: University Management Directorate of Information, Protocol and Public Relations (DIPPR), …