By SEKYEN WALSHAK
Plateau State University, PLASU, Bokkos, has appointed Professor Theresa Gyang as the new Dean of its School of Postgraduate Studies.
In a press statement issued by the Acting Public Relations Officer of the institution, Masara Kim, and made available to THE NIGERIA STANDARD, the appointment was described as part of efforts to strengthen academic leadership and advance research development within the institution.
Professor Gyang, a specialist in Educational Management and Foundations, formally assumed office during a handover ceremony held at the school’s boardroom, the statement said.
Until her appointment, Professor Gyang served as a professor and Head of Department at the University of Jos, where she built a reputation in educational leadership and policy.
She is also a Fellow of the Association of Educational Management and Policy Practitioners (A’EMAPP), with research interests in human resource management, university administration and teaching effectiveness.
Speaking at the ceremony, Professor Shut reflected on the growth of the School of Postgraduate Studies since its establishment in the 2022/2023 academic session.
He noted that the school recorded a major milestone with the graduation of its first set of postgraduate students in February 2026.He traced the school’s development from its early days under the late Vice Chancellor, Professor Yohanna Izam, highlighting key achievements, including the development of academic curricula and dissertation guidelines, as well as the commencement of academic activities in 2024.
He added that subsequent progress led to the successful graduation of students across Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) and MSc programmes.According to him, the second cohort of postgraduate students is currently in session, with lectures expected to end on April 27 ahead of examinations.
He also outlined areas requiring further improvement, urging continued commitment to academic excellence.
In her acceptance remarks, Professor Gyang expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve, pledging to build on existing achievements and reposition the school for greater impact.She called on staff to work collaboratively towards achieving the institution’s academic goals.
Secretary of the School of Postgraduate Studies and Senior Deputy Registrar, Mrs. Rhoda Lar, assured the new Dean of staffer’s support in promoting scholarship and institutional growth.
The appointment is seen as part of the university’s broader effort to strengthen postgraduate education and enhance its academic profile.