I am delighted to welcome our new and returning students to this prestigious institution. Some of you are joining this Institution while others are returning at a watershed moment in the history of Midlands State University. The University has come of age, this year we celebrate 25 years of an inspiring academic enterprise.
We are proud that you are joining an institution that has entrenched a culture of excellence in teaching, research, community engagement, innovation and entrepreneurship. We have positioned ourselves as a leader locally and regionally. Our recent ranking at 18th position in Sub-Saharan Africa by the prestigious Times Higher Education is testament that you have made an excellent decision to be part of this success story.
Our academics are leaders in their fields and stand ready to take you through your intellectual journey.
With the changes rapidly taking place in the Information and Technology landscape, Midlands State University stands ready to hone your skills in this area and make you relevant in the 4th and 5th industrial revolutions.
I am also excited that beyond the lecture room, Midlands State University nurtures you through robust and innovative student development initiatives. We pride ourselves as champions in producing holistic graduates ready to impact their communities.
Our university is proud of the cultural diversity that our students bring, more so form our international students. We welcome our international students. I urge each one of you to enjoy this diversity and enhance your understanding of the rich values and ideas of your counterparts from other countries. The enduring networks that will arise from these interactions will help sustain your future endeavours in various spheres.
We pledge to ensure that you have a memorable experience at Midlands State University and to enable you to realise your academic dreams. We are committed to investing in the success of your future. From you, we expect hard work, diligence and conscientiousness. Together let us build on the successes that your university has already scored.
Thank you once again for choosing Midlands State University.
Professor Victor Ngonidzashe Muzvidziwa
Vice Chancellor of the Midlands State University