SeAMK Delegation Visits INES-Ruhengeri to Explore Future Academic Collaboration

On 9 March 2026, a delegation from Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences (SeAMK), based in Finland, visited INES-Ruhengeri to explore opportunities for future collaboration. The delegation was warmly received by the Vice Chancellor, Fr. Dr. Jean Bosco Baribeshya, during a meeting held on the INES-Ruhengeri campus.

The meeting provided a platform for both institutions to discuss potential areas of cooperation aimed at strengthening academic and professional engagement. Key areas of discussion included promoting knowledge exchange, enhancing staff skills development, and establishing frameworks for academic collaboration.

Speaking during the meeting, Fr. Dr. Jean Bosco Baribeshya expressed appreciation to the SeAMK delegation for initiating the visit and reaffirmed the importance of international partnerships in advancing higher education. He emphasized that collaboration with global institutions plays a vital role in strengthening academic excellence, fostering innovation, and creating new opportunities for professional development among both staff and students.

The discussions also highlighted the possibility of developing joint initiatives in teaching, research, and institutional capacity building, which could significantly contribute to the growth and internationalization of both institutions.

The visit marked an important step toward building a sustainable partnership between INES-Ruhengeri and SeAMK. Through such engagements, INES-Ruhengeri continues to expand its international network and reinforce its commitment to delivering quality education enriched by global perspectives.

Both institutions expressed optimism about future engagements and collaborative initiatives that will benefit their respective academic communities.