UG transformational task force starts meeting today

By Mariah Lall On In Guyana News |
President David Granger (left), yesterday, met with Chancellor of the University of Guyana, Professor Nigel Harris to discuss matters related to the repositioning of the institution such as effective governance, finance and the maintenance of infrastructure, enhancing research capabilities and students’ experience. (Ministry of the Presidency photo)
President David Granger (left), yesterday, met with Chancellor of the University of Guyana, Professor Nigel Harris to discuss matters related to the repositioning of the institution such as effective governance, finance and the maintenance of infrastructure, enhancing research capabilities and students’ experience. (Ministry of the Presidency photo)

A re-evaluation of the University of Guyana (UG), its needs and strengths, is set to begin today when its Transformational Task Force (TTF) meets for the first time.

Set up by the UG Council, the TTF is expected to initiate a process to “reconstruct and reposition” the university to allow for the opportunity to achieve a “level of excellence necessary to propel the growth and development of Guyana,” Chancellor Dr Nigel Harris said yesterday