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Workers of Biaka University Institute of Buea  (BUIB) have been commended for keeping true to their responsibilities in providing Knowledge and service to humanity. This was during the 2021 BUIB Congregation which took place on October 21^st at Class Room Block 3 bringing together full time and part time workers of the university. The aim of this gathering was to officially communicate with faculty and staff, the vision set for the academic year 2021/2022, which centers on “maintaining standards” in Biaka University Institute of Buea.

Addressing workers, the Vice Chancellor of BUIB Dr. Mrs. Francisca Hongla Biaka on behalf of the shareholders and the Board of Trustees, expressed great satisfaction with the services provided by employees while welcoming the newly employed to the BUIB family.

Drawing from an academic perspective, the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs Professor Fonkeng George added his voice and called on workers to use quality and discipline as watch words as they carry out their responsibilities during the school year. Making reference to the rising number of the student population, Professor Fonkeng invited employees to match up with the growth and the expectations of higher education through the provision of quality services.

While thanking workers for their allegiance, the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Administration and Finance Mr. Finjap John, noted that the management has put in place all that is required for the smooth running of the academic year. These include well-equipped offices, constant water and electricity supply, among others.

On their part, employees of Biaka University Institute of Buea salute the efforts of management and promised to live up to expectations.

Worthy of note is the fact that all workers were called upon to respect COVID -19 barrier measures so as to stay safe and equally keep BUIB a Covid-19 free environment.

Participants were informed of the University’s Matriculation ceremony scheduled for November 11^th 2021 and the Graduation Ceremony scheduled for November 12^th 2021.

This 12^th day of October 2021 can be described as lively and busy at the Biaka University Institute of Buea (BUIB) as the 2021/2022 school year takes off effectively. All three Schools; the School of Management Sciences, the School of Education and the School of Health Sciences have opened their doors to both returning and new students who prioritized BUIB as their institution for gaining knowledge and impact society with a difference.

While returning students begin course registration and effective classes, the new students are being oriented on the various operations of the University, the rules and regulations and how they can conveniently sail through studies at BUIB .

At different levels, students have been reminded of the very core of why they are here at BUIB which is to gain knowledge and be exceptional in their community as a reflection of the Mission of Biaka University Institute of Buea   which includes “to Empower individuals to achieve maximum capacity through the provision of quality education at all levels”.

The attention of Students have also been called to the importance of respecting COVID-19 barrier measures put in place which includes the washing and sanitizing of hands regularly, the wearing of face mask among others, to ensure a COVID-19 free study environment.

On the part of management, all has been set to accommodate these students in the areas of qualified lecturers, comfortable structures among others for the smooth running of the school year.

It is worth noting that admissions for 2021/2022 academic year is ongoing at all levels: HND, BSc. Top-Up BSc. MSc. Top-Up MSc.  as well as MBA programs.

Some twenty cartoons of books on health have been donated to Biaka University Institute of Buea in a bid to build and strengthen the student’s experience in the university. This gesture by Tanyimor Foundation and Anucam Center for International Education was celebrated by the Vice Chancellor of BUIB Dr. Mrs. Francisca Hongla Biaka as one that will go a long way to facilitate learning of current and future learners of the University.

Representing Anucam Center for International Education, the marketing Director Mr Toge Ernest while handing out the books noted that they are committed to serving better in BUIB and the community at large and they look forward to a successful collaboration with BUIB for the greater benefit of her students.

Joining his voice in appreciation for the excellent move by the donors, the deputy vice chancellor in charge of Academic Affairs Prof. Fonkeng George termed this act as timely while making reference to the start of the new academic year 2021 /2022.

Just like Oliver Twist, Prof. Fonkeng mentioned that as the university expands; it looks forward to receiving books in the areas of Management Sciences, Education as well as other disciplines at any given opportunity.

At the close of the event, the team visited the St Francis Library where the books will be filed for use by students, faculty and staff. The handing over ceremony took place this 15^th day of September 2021 at BUIB campus.