Rivers State University (RIVSU or RSU), formerly known as Rivers State University of Science and Technology (UST or RSUST), is a government-owned university located in Diobu (Mile III) area of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Southern Nigeria.[3]
 Faculty of Sciences | |
Former names | Rivers State College of Science and Technology (1972–1980) Rivers State University of Science and Technology (1980–2017) |
|---|---|
| Motto | Excellence & Creativity |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 1972 as University college 1980 as University |
| Chancellor | Sidi M. Bage CON, JSC (rtd)[1] |
| Vice-Chancellor | Nlerum Sunday Okogbule[2] |
Administrative staff | 3,000 |
| Location | , |
| Campus | Urban |
| Colours | Green, Dark Blue, and White |
| Nickname | RVSU, RSU (formerly RSUST) |
| Affiliations | ASUU, NUC, ACU |
| Website | www |
As of 2021, the vice chancellor of the university is Professor Nlerum Sunday Okogbule.[4] He was appointed by the Governor Nyesom Wike administration.
History
editThe Rivers State University of Science and Technology was established in 1972 as the College of Science and Technology.[5] It was granted independent university status in 1980 and was renamed from College of Science and Technology to Rivers State University of Science and Technology.[6] In March 2017, the university was renamed to Rivers State University.[7] With expansion infrastructural projects going on in different faculties as more faculties are added to the university.It is the only university in Nigeria that is accredited to offer degree programs in Marine Engineering.[8]
Faculties and courses
editFaculty of Sciences
edit- Department of Chemistry
- Department of Biochemistry
- Department of Physics
- Department of Mathematics
- Department of Computer Science
- Department of Biochemistry
- Department of Animal and Environmental Biology
- Department of Microbiology
- Department of Plant Science and Biotechnology
- Department of Geology
- Department of Maritime Science
Faculty of Engineering
edit- Department of Civil
- Department of Marine Engineering
- Department of Petroleum Engineering
- Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Department of Electrical Engineering
- Department of Chemical/petrochemical Engineering
- Department of Agricultural And Environmental Engineering
- Department of Computer Engineering
Faculty of Law
edit- Department of Commercial and Jurisprudence Law
- Department of International Law
- Department of Public Law
- Department of Private and Property Law
- Department of Independent Law and Crime Law
Faculty of Management Sciences
edit- Department of Office And Information Management
- Department of Marketing
- Department of Management
- Department of Banking And Finance
- Department of Accountancy
Faculty of Environmental Sciences
edit- Department of Surveying And Geomatics
- Department of Estate Management
- Department of Quantity Surveying
- Department of Architecture
- Department of Urban And Regional Planning
Faculty of Agriculture
edit- Department of Forestry and Environment
- Department of Agric and Applied Economics
- Department of Agric Extension and Rural Development
- Department of Animal Science
- Department of Crop/Soil Science
- Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Environment
- Department of Food Science and Technology
- Department of Home Science and Management
Faculty of Education
edit- Department of Adult Education
- Department of Vocational and Technology Education[9]
- Department of Education Management
- Department of Education Foundation
- Department of Business Education
- Department of Science and Technical Education[9]
- Department of Library and Information Science
Faculty of Humanities
edit- Department of English and Literary Studies[10]
- Department of History and International Diplomacy[10]
- Department of Theatre Arts and Film Studies[10]
- Department of Philosophy
- Department of Religious Studies
Faculty of Social Sciences
edit- Department of Political Science
- Department of Psychology
- Department of Geography
- Department of Economics
College of Medical Sciences
edit- Faculty of Basic medical sciences
- Faculty of Clinical sciences
- Nursing
Faculty of Communication and Media studies
edit- Department of Development Communication Studies
- Department of Journalism and Print Technology
- Department of Public Relations and Advertising
- Department of Cinematography And Broadcasting
Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science
edit- Department of Clinical Chemistry
- Department of Haematology and Blood Transfusion Science
- Department of Medical Microbiology
- Department of Histopathology and cytology
Notable alumni
edit- Magnus Ngei Abe, Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria[11]
- Judith Amaechi, former First Lady of Rivers State[12]
- Tonto Dikeh, actress[13]
- Asari Dokubo, Ijaw activist (left before graduation)
- Siminalayi Fubara, current Governor, Rivers State
- Manuela George-Izunwa, Wife Of A General Overseer.
- Tele Ikuru, former Deputy Governor of Rivers State
- Omo Isoken estate manager and politician[14]
- Austin Opara, former Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives of Nigeria
- Goodluck Nanah Opiah, politician
- Felicity Okpete Ovai, engineer
- Mary Uranta, actress, producer, singer[15]
- Eberechi Wike, Judge of the Rivers State High Court of Justice[16]
- Nyesom Wike, former Governor of Rivers State[17]
Notes
edit- ^ "Just in: Wike appoints Emir of Lafia Chancellor of Rivers State University". Vanguard News. 18 July 2019.
- ^ "Wike appoints new VC for Rivers State University". P.M. News. 5 March 2020.
- ^ "Rivers State University wins first NUGA 2022 gold as battle for medals thickens". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 22 March 2022. Retrieved 23 May 2022.
- ^ "About". www.rsu.edu.ng. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
- ^ "Rivers State University | Ranking & Review". www.4icu.org. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
- ^ admin (1 July 2020). "RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY". Glimpse Nigeria. Retrieved 3 June 2021.
- ^ Azubuike, Victor (15 March 2017). "NUC directive: Rivers Assembly changes name of state University". Daily Post Nigeria. Retrieved 28 February 2023.
- ^ "Nigeria's first Marine Engineering Centre of Excellence takes off at Rivers State University". www.shell.com.ng. Retrieved 24 May 2021.
- ^ a b "Rivers State University (RSU): Overview and Key Information - My School Portal Blog". 28 September 2024. Retrieved 4 November 2024.
- ^ a b c "Faculty of Humanities – Rivers State University". Retrieved 4 November 2024.
- ^ "2023: Magnus Abe Urges Rivers People to Vote for Credible Candidate – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 21 July 2022.
- ^ "Encomium trails Dame Judith Amaechi @ 50". Vanguard News. 15 December 2020. Retrieved 19 May 2021.
- ^ Itodo, Sunny Green (24 August 2023). "'Dude was ready to sacrifice it all for me' - Tonto Dikeh sad over Solidstar's mental health". Daily Post Nigeria. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
- ^ Adedipe, Adeyinka (13 June 2023). "Obaseki swears in 15 new commissioners, pledges economic growth". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 20 May 2024.
- ^ "Data - Mary Uranta biography, net worth, age, family, contact & picture". www.manpower.com.ng. Retrieved 21 July 2022.
- ^ David (28 October 2018). "Most Supportive First Lady of the Year: Justice Suzzette Nyesom-Wike". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 21 July 2022.
- ^ Mutsoli, Vivian (14 December 2020). "Nyesom Wike's biography and career: All the interesting details". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 4 April 2022.
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