Saint Monica University Names Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs

Dr. Julius Agbor Takow was Dean of School of Science, Engineering and Technology
By: Saint Monica University
 
BUEA, Cameroon - July 17, 2015 - PRLog -- Saint Monica University (SMU): The American International University today announced that Dr. Julius Agbor Takow has been named the Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs. Dr. Takow will supervise the Departments of Marketing, Admissions, Student Affairs, Alumni Affairs, and Career Services. The position will report directly to the Vice President of Administration and External Cooperation and indirectly to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs as well as the President.

“As one of the pioneer lecturers of Saint Monica University, Dr. Julius Agbor Takow has demonstrated his commitment to the progress of the university,” said Professor Januarius Jingwa (JJ) Asongu, President and Chief Executive Officer of SMU. “As a member of my executive council, he will help in execution of the plan of making this University the best in Cameroon and a leading African university by 2020. His role will include growing the student enrollment numbers and track their progress while at SMU; enhance the student experience; and ensure that our students have good internship opportunities and ultimately great careers upon graduation.”

Dr. Takow holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agriculture from Texas A&M University in the United States and has been teaching Agriculture at SMU since 2013. Prior to this appointment, he was the Dean of the School of Science, Engineering and Technology at SMU and has also held the position of Associate Vice President of Research and Cooperation at the University. He came to SMU from the Catholic University Institute of Buea, but before that he had a successful career in agronomic research, where he worked for several years with the Institute of Agricultural Research for Development (IRAD), Cameroon.

“I am excited by the opportunity to serve the University in this capacity,” said Dr. Takow. “I work with various colleagues to develop initiatives that improve admissions, graduation, retention, time-to-degree and in balancing budget realities and revenue opportunities. During this transformational time in higher education and I look forward to the opportunity to help the students enjoy opportunities offered by an American-style university. My office will pay particular attention to our non-traditional students, especially those studying part-time, online, and our growing number of international students.”

“We are happy to have Dr. Takow in this new role,” said Christoph Hans Messner, Vice President of Business and External Cooperation at SMU. “He will provide the vision, leadership, and oversight regarding all enrollment services, including Admissions and Recruitment, Academic Advising and Orientation, Testing and Evaluation, Housing Administration, and International Student Services.”

About Saint Monica University: The American International University

Saint Monica University (SMU) is an American-style private Catholic institution, offering career-focused programs that are at the intersection of the liberal arts, science and technology. It is dedicated to providing educational opportunities for the intellectual, social, entrepreneurial and professional development of a diverse student population. SMU is focused on the student experience and helping our students achieve their educational and career goals, and contributing to a more sustainable society.  We offer various certificates and diplomas as well as bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees through the School of Arts, Education, & Humanities (SAEH); School of Business & Public Policy (SBPP); School of Health & Human Services (SHHS); and School of Science, Engineering & Technology (SSET). SMU is accredited in the United Kingdom by the Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges, and Universities (ASIC) with Accreditation No: AS22357/0614 and is listed on the UK Register of Learning Providers (UKRLP) with the UK Provider Reference Number (UKPRN): 10048183. SMU is also fully accredited in Cameroon by the National Commission on Private Higher Education at the Ministry of Higher Education with the Ordinance of Creation No: E14/0028/MINESUP/SG/DDES and the Ministerial Letter No: 14/01319/L/MINESUP/SG/DDES/ESUP/SDA/OAGS authorizing its operation. For more information about SMU, visit our website: www.smuedu.org or write to us at admissions@stmonicauniversity.com.
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