Two undergraduate exchange students from Justus-Liebig University of Giessen, Germany, have officially arrived at Hawassa University to attend courses for the upcoming semester, 2026/27.
In an official reception, Academic Vice President Dr. Eng. Fisiha Getachew welcomed the students and outlined HU's academic structures, noting their alignment with international and European educational standards.
Vice President for Administration and Development, Dr. Samuel Jilo, also briefed the students on campus facilities, accommodation, security, and student support systems aimed at ensuring a high-quality campus environment.
Additionally, Dr. Mihireteab Abraham, Deputy Director for Public and International Relations, conducted an orientation on institutional culture and opportunities for student engagement and more.
Over the next four months, the students will complete coursework within their academic disciplines, including social sciences, education, and governance.
According to Prof. Tesfaye Semela, HU-JLU, DAAD- ISAP and ERASMUS+ Students & Staff Mobility Coordinator, Hawassa University, since 2017, 14 undergraduate and graduate students from JLU Giesen took a semester long coursework amounting to 30 ECTS each at Hawassa University.
The two sisterly institutions have a partnership spanning two decades.
