College of Social Science and Humanities
Head of Department of Theatre arts
Mr. Shikur Nasir Sherif
Contact Information:
Phone: +251912850898
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An Overview of Department of Theatre arts
The Department of Theatre Arts at Wolkite University is an academic and creative hub committed to the study, preservation, and advancement of Ethiopian and world theatrical traditions. As part of the College of Social Sciences and Humanities, the department focuses on cultivating artistic talent, critical thinking, cultural awareness, and social engagement through the performing arts.
The program offers rigorous training in acting, directing, playwriting, stage design, theatre history, dramatic theory, and community-based performance. It aims to produce graduates who are not only artists but also educators, researchers, and change-makers who can contribute to Ethiopia’s cultural, educational, and social development.
In alignment with the university's mission, the department actively engages with local communities to promote dialogue, education, and transformation through drama and live performance.
Objectives/Goals
- Develop Skilled Theatre Practitioners and Scholars: Train students in the theory and practice of theatre to become professional actors, directors, playwrights, designers, and educators.
- Preserve and Promote Ethiopian Cultural Heritage: Research, document, and perform traditional and contemporary Ethiopian theatrical forms.
- Use Theatre as a Tool for Social Change: Encourage theatre as a medium for raising awareness, education, and addressing societal issues such as gender, environment, peace, and governance.
- Support Research and Creative Production: Foster academic and artistic research in performance studies, dramatic literature, and applied theatre.
- Contribute to National Arts and Education: Prepare graduates who can teach theatre arts in schools and cultural institutions and contribute to Ethiopia’s creative economy.
- Promote Interdisciplinary and Community Engagement: Collaborate with other disciplines and engage communities through participatory and educational theatre programs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Academic Instruction
- Offer undergraduate courses in acting, directing, stagecraft, playwriting, theatre history, performance theory, and criticism.
- Guide student research, script development, and production work.
- Integrate both Ethiopian and global theatre traditions into the curriculum.
Creative Production and Performance
- Organize student and faculty-led theatrical performances, cultural festivals, and touring productions.
- Encourage innovative and original works addressing contemporary social and cultural issues.
Research and Publication
- Conduct research on indigenous and modern theatre, oral traditions, performance aesthetics, and theatre for development.
- Publish research articles, performance scripts, and documentation of local performance practices.
Community Outreach and Theatre for Development
- Use theatre in community-based programs to address public health, education, social justice, and civic engagement.
- Partner with schools, NGOs, and local governments to create performances that educate and empower.
Capacity Building and Cultural Promotion
· Offer training and workshops for local artists, drama teachers, and community groups.
· Promote youth theatre, school drama clubs, and regional theatre initiatives.
Collaboration and Institutional Engagement
- Collaborate with national and international cultural institutions, festivals, and universities.
- Engage in interdisciplinary projects with departments such as music, language, history, and education.
Theatre Resource Management
- Manage facilities such as rehearsal spaces, costume and prop storage, lighting and sound equipment, and performance venues.
- Maintain a departmental library and archive of scripts, recordings, and research materials.
Head of Department of Sociology
Dr. Abinet Shiferaw
Contact Information:
Phone: +25917795770
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Overview of the Department of Sociology
The Department of Sociology at Wolkite University is an academic unit committed to the study and analysis of social behavior, institutions, and structures. It focuses on understanding the complexities of human interaction and societal transformation in both traditional and modern contexts. The department plays a critical role in preparing students to become agents of social change by equipping them with theoretical insights, research skills, and practical tools to address social problems.
The department promotes critical thinking, ethical engagement, and empirical inquiry. It emphasizes the study of social issues such as poverty, inequality, gender, development, health, migration, conflict resolution, and social policy.
Core Areas of Focus:
- Social theory and sociological research methods
- Social institutions and structures
- Development and social change
- Gender and society
- Conflict resolution and peacebuilding
- Sociology of education, health, and urban life
Programs Offered:
- Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
- Community-based research and service-learning projects
- Policy analysis and advocacy activities
Objectives/Goals
1. Deliver Quality and Relevant Education: To provide inclusive and high-quality education that meets national development priorities and global academic standards.
2. Promote Research and Knowledge Generation: To engage in scientific, applied, and interdisciplinary research that addresses societal needs and fosters innovation.
3. Strengthen Community Engagement: To work closely with local communities, providing practical solutions to developmental and social challenges through outreach programs.
4. Produce Competent and Ethical Graduates: To nurture skilled, knowledgeable, and morally responsible citizens capable of contributing to Ethiopia’s development.
5. Ensure Institutional Effectiveness and Good Governance: To develop efficient, transparent, and accountable administrative and academic systems.
6. Build National and International Partnerships: To collaborate with institutions, industries, and stakeholders at all levels for mutual growth and advancement.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Academic Functions
- Design and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs
- Maintain high teaching standards and ensure curriculum relevance
- Foster academic freedom, innovation, and excellence
2. Research and Innovation
- Conduct basic and applied research on local and national issues
- Encourage staff and student-led research initiatives
- Share research outcomes with communities, policymakers, and industries
3. Community Service
- Provide expert services, capacity building, and training to local communities
- Engage in social development programs and outreach activities
- Facilitate knowledge transfer and problem-solving at the grassroots level
4. Student Development
- Offer support services including academic advising, counseling, and career development
- Encourage extracurricular involvement and leadership development
- Promote student participation in decision-making processes
5. Institutional Management
- Ensure transparent and effective resource utilization
- Promote ethical leadership and inclusive governance
- Continuously assess and improve institutional performance
FEYERA DEBELA MIJENA
Email:
Phone: 251929953374
An Overview of Department of Music
The Department of Music at Wolkite University is a dynamic and culturally rooted academic unit under the College of Social Sciences and Humanities. Established to preserve, promote, and innovate within Ethiopia’s diverse musical traditions, the department is committed to developing creative, competent, and culturally aware musicians, educators, and researchers.
The department offers practical and theoretical instruction in Ethiopian and world music, music composition, performance, ethnomusicology, and music education. Through a balance of academic study and artistic practice, it nurtures talent while contributing to cultural preservation, creative industries, and national identity.
In alignment with Wolkite University’s mission, the Department of Music also plays an essential role in community engagement, cultural documentation, and the promotion of music as a medium of education, communication, and social transformation.
Objectives/Goals
- Train Skilled Musicians and Music Educators: Develop graduates with practical and theoretical expertise in performance, composition, music teaching, and research.
- Promote Ethiopia’s Musical Heritage: Document, preserve, and disseminate traditional, indigenous, and contemporary Ethiopian musical expressions.
- Enhance Cultural Identity and Artistic Expression: Foster appreciation of music as a vital element of cultural identity, personal expression, and national development.
- Support Research and Innovation in Music: Encourage interdisciplinary research in ethnomusicology, music theory, history, and technology.
- Build Capacity in Music Education and Outreach: Contribute to national efforts in arts education by preparing qualified music teachers for schools, colleges, and community institutions.
- Strengthen Community Engagement and Cultural Exchange: Use music as a tool for community building, social awareness, and intercultural understanding.
Duties and Responsibilities
Academic Programs
- Provide undergraduate degree programs in Music, covering areas such as music theory, composition, ethnomusicology, vocal and instrumental performance, and music education.
- Deliver studio-based and classroom instruction, incorporating both traditional and modern teaching methods.
- Supervise students in their research, recital performances, and community music projects.
Artistic Performance and Practice
- Organize student and faculty performances, concerts, cultural shows, and exhibitions.
- Encourage ensemble work including choirs, orchestras, traditional music groups, and fusion bands.
Research and Publication
- Conduct research on indigenous music systems, musical instruments, performance traditions, and music pedagogy.
- Publish in academic journals, produce audio-visual materials, and contribute to national archives and documentation centers.
Community Outreach and Cultural Promotion
- Offer music workshops and performances for schools, cultural centers, and local communities.
- Collaborate with cultural institutions, NGOs, and media to promote music for education, peacebuilding, and development.
Curriculum Development and Quality Assurance
- Continuously revise and improve the music curriculum to reflect global trends, technological advancement, and local needs.
- Ensure quality teaching, learning, and assessment aligned with national and international standards.
Capacity Building and Training
- Provide training for music teachers, cultural experts, and practitioners through short courses and certification programs.
- Develop teaching aids and educational materials for schools and community programs.
Resource and Facility Management
- Maintain and enhance music practice rooms, instruments, sound recording studios, and performance halls.
- Ensure the availability of traditional and modern musical instruments for teaching and performance.
Head of Department of Governance and Development Studies
Mrs. Tigist Ewente Gesese
Contact Information:
Phone: +251918510477
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An Overview of Department of Governance and Development Studies
The Department of Governance and Development Studies at Wolkite University is an academic unit committed to equipping students with interdisciplinary knowledge and practical skills related to governance, public administration, policy analysis, development planning, and democratic practices. The department emphasizes the interconnection between good governance and sustainable development in Ethiopia and beyond.
The program combines theoretical foundations with applied research and community engagement to prepare graduates who can contribute to national development and institutional reform. Students are trained to understand and address socio-political, economic, and administrative issues critically and ethically.
Key Focus Areas:
- Public policy and administration
- Political governance and democratization
- Development planning and management
- Human rights and civic engagement
- Institutional capacity building and reform
Academic Programs Offered:
- Bachelor of Arts in Governance and Development Studies
- Postgraduate programs (Development Studies)
Objectives/Goals of Wolkite University
- Provide Quality Education: To deliver inclusive, relevant, and high-quality education that meets national and global standards.
- Conduct Research for Development: To engage in problem-solving and community-driven research that supports sustainable development and innovation.
- Community Engagement: To foster strong university-community partnerships that contribute to local and national development.
- Produce Competent Graduates: To develop knowledgeable, skilled, and ethical professionals ready to meet the challenges of the modern workforce.
- Promote Good Governance and Institutional Efficiency: To implement transparent, accountable, and effective management systems in all university operations.
- Internationalization and Partnerships: To enhance academic collaboration and cultural exchange with national and international institutions.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Educational Delivery
- Design and implement undergraduate and postgraduate programs
- Ensure curriculum relevance and academic excellence
- Support student learning and career development
- Research and Knowledge Generation
- Undertake multidisciplinary research aligned with national priorities
- Disseminate research findings through publications and forums
- Support innovation and knowledge transfer
- Community Service
- Identify local development challenges and respond through outreach programs
- Build capacity in local institutions and community organizations
- Engage in advocacy and policy dialogue on key issues
- Institutional Management
- Ensure efficient financial, human, and physical resource management
- Develop a conducive academic and administrative environment
- Uphold integrity, inclusiveness, and accountability
- Student Support and Development
- Provide academic, psychological, and career support services
- Promote student participation in governance and extracurricular activities
- Encourage ethical leadership and civic responsibility
Head of Department Geography and Environmental Studies
Mr. Haile Desalegn Ergando
Contact Information:
Phone: +251930699400/+2519923761497
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An Overview of Department of Geography and Environmental Studies
The Department of Geography and Environmental Studies at Wolkite University is an academic department dedicated to advancing the understanding of spatial relationships, human-environment interactions, and sustainable development. The department integrates theoretical knowledge with practical fieldwork and geospatial technologies to analyze and address critical environmental, social, and developmental challenges facing Ethiopia and the world.
It aims to produce graduates equipped with strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills who can contribute to national development in areas such as urban planning, natural resource management, environmental protection, disaster risk reduction, and geographic information systems (GIS).
Core Areas of Focus:
- Physical and human geography
- Environmental studies and sustainability
- Climate change and disaster management
- Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing
- Urban and regional planning
- Land use and resource management
Programs Offered:
- Bachelor of Arts in Geography and Environmental Studies
- Applied research and community-based projects
- Capacity building and consultancy services (in collaboration with government and NGOs)
Objectives/Goals
1. Deliver Quality and Inclusive Education: To provide accessible, demand-driven, and high-standard education across various disciplines.
2. Promote Research and Innovation: To conduct problem-solving research that addresses societal needs and supports sustainable national development.
3. Strengthen Community Engagement: To serve the surrounding communities through knowledge transfer, training, and development programs.
4. Produce Ethical and Competent Graduates: To prepare graduates with the skills, knowledge, and values needed for the global workforce and civic responsibility.
5. Enhance Institutional Governance and Efficiency: To implement transparent, accountable, and effective leadership and management systems.
6. Foster National and International Collaboration: To build partnerships with local, national, and global academic and development institutions.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Academic Functions
- Design, implement, and periodically review curricula aligned with national development goals
- Ensure the delivery of quality teaching and learning experiences
- Support faculty development and academic excellence
2. Research and Innovation
- Conduct multidisciplinary and applied research
- Disseminate research outcomes to policymakers and the public
- Encourage innovation, creativity, and technology transfer
3. Community Service
- Engage in community-based projects and capacity building
- Offer expert consultation on environmental, economic, health, and social issues
- Promote sustainable local development through outreach
4. Student Development
- Provide academic advising, counseling, and mentorship
- Facilitate student engagement in clubs, research, and civic activities
- Encourage leadership, ethics, and social responsibility
5. Institutional Governance
- Ensure proper planning, budgeting, and resource utilization
- Promote accountability, transparency, and good governance
- Build a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
Head of Department of English Language and Literature
Mr. Seifu Bogale Tiku (Asst. Prof)
Contact Information:
Phone: +251937874748
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An Overview of Department of English Language and Literature
The Department of English Language and Literature at Wolkite University is a vibrant academic unit within the College of Social Sciences and Humanities. It plays a central role in the university’s mission of producing competent graduates equipped with critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills essential for national development and global engagement.
The department is committed to providing high-quality education in English language proficiency, literary analysis, linguistics, and communication. It offers undergraduate programs that prepare students to become educators, writers, editors, researchers, and professionals in various fields. By integrating theory with practice, the department enhances students’ academic and professional development, while contributing to research, language education, and cultural understanding.
In addition to its academic programs, the department serves the wider university community by delivering English language courses to students from all faculties, supporting teaching-learning quality and language competence across disciplines.
Objectives/Goals
- Develop Proficient Communicators and Critical Thinkers: Train students in advanced English language skills, analytical thinking, and effective written and oral communication.
- Promote Literary and Cultural Awareness: Cultivate appreciation of world and African literature, with a focus on critical reading, interpretation, and creative expression.
- Enhance English Language Teaching and Pedagogy: Prepare qualified English language teachers who can contribute to the national education system at various levels.
- Support Research and Academic Excellence: Encourage research in literature, applied linguistics, discourse analysis, language acquisition, and communication studies.
- Foster Interdisciplinary and Global Perspectives: Equip students with transferable skills to engage with multicultural, academic, and professional contexts both locally and internationally.
- Contribute to Institutional Language Development: Assist in improving the English language competence of the university community through support services and training programs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Academic Instruction
- Deliver undergraduate programs in English Language and Literature, with courses such as grammar, phonetics, syntax, semantics, world literature, African literature, literary theory, and academic writing.
- Offer common English courses (e.g., Communicative English Skills) to students across various colleges of the university.
- Guide students in research projects, theses, and presentations.
Research and Publication
- Conduct research in linguistics, literary studies, English language teaching (ELT), sociolinguistics, and discourse analysis.
- Publish academic articles, conference papers, and literary works that contribute to national and international scholarship.
Curriculum Development and Quality Assurance
- Regularly review and update the curriculum to align with contemporary pedagogical practices and labor market needs.
- Ensure high standards of instruction, assessment, and student support services.
Community and Institutional Services
- Provide English language training, editing, and proofreading services to the university and surrounding communities.
- Organize workshops, debates, and literary events to foster academic and cultural enrichment.
Capacity Building and Teacher Development
- Train pre-service and in-service English language teachers through workshops and seminars.
- Develop teaching materials and pedagogical tools suitable for schools and higher education institutions.
Collaboration and Engagement
- Collaborate with other academic units, research centers, and international partners to promote interdisciplinary teaching and research.
- Engage in educational outreach programs that support schools and language development initiatives in the region.
Head of Department of Civics and Ethical Studies
Mr. Tilahun Tadesse
Contact Information:
Phone: +251912121088
Email:
An Overview of the Department of Civics and Ethical Studies
The Department of Civics and Ethical Studies at Wolkite University is dedicated to fostering responsible citizenship, democratic values, ethical integrity, and civic engagement. The department plays a vital role in building a society that upholds constitutionalism, rule of law, human rights, and active participation in governance and public life. It provides students with interdisciplinary knowledge in ethics, political science, law, philosophy, and civic education.
The department aims to develop graduates who can critically analyze societal issues and contribute positively to democratic governance, conflict resolution, public administration, and moral leadership.
Core Areas of Focus:
- Citizenship, democracy, and constitutionalism
- Ethics, moral philosophy, and human rights
- Peace-building and conflict resolution
- Governance, law, and public policy
- Political philosophy and civic responsibility
- Social justice and leadership
Programs Offered:
- Bachelor of Arts in Civics and Ethical Studies
- Community-based civic education and awareness programs
- Research and consultancy in governance, ethics, and civic development
Objectives/Goals
1. Deliver Quality and Inclusive Education: To provide demand-driven, equitable, and high-quality education that meets both local and global standards.
2. Advance Research and Innovation: To conduct impactful research that addresses community challenges and contributes to the country's socio-economic development.
3. Enhance Community Engagement and Service: To actively serve the community through outreach programs, problem-solving initiatives, and collaborative partnerships.
4. Develop Competent and Ethical Graduates: To nurture professionals who are not only academically capable but also ethically grounded and socially responsible.
5. Promote Good Governance and Institutional Excellence: To maintain transparent, accountable, and effective systems of academic and administrative governance.
6. Build National and Global Collaboration: To engage in partnerships and networks with institutions that enhance academic and research capacity.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Academic and Educational Responsibilities
- Design and implement quality academic programs
- Regularly revise curricula to reflect national needs and global trends
- Promote student-centered teaching and inclusive learning environments
2. Research and Knowledge Generation
- Conduct interdisciplinary research aligned with national development priorities
- Support faculty and student research initiatives
- Disseminate research findings for policy and practice
3. Community Service and Outreach
- Deliver community-based training, workshops, and awareness programs
- Contribute to local development through civic and ethical education
- Build institutional-community linkages for mutual development
4. Student Development
- Offer academic advising, counseling, and personal development support
- Promote student engagement in leadership and governance
- Encourage extracurricular activities that reinforce civic responsibility
5. Institutional Governance and Management
- Ensure efficient and transparent use of resources
- Uphold ethical standards, accountability, and rule of law within the institution
- Continuously improve operational effectiveness through assessment and innovation