17 Teacher Students from University of Cincinnati to Shadow University of Botswana Faculty of Education
The University of Botswana's (UB) Faculty of Education is preparing to welcome 17 teacher students and three (3) faculty members from the University of Cincinnati's College of Education this May. The partnership aims to provide hands-on experience in the Botswana education system, including immersive visits to government and private secondary schools.
The upcoming visit was highlighted during a recent meeting by Professor Mehta who emphasised the importance of global engagement and collaborative efforts among faculty members globally. He underscored Cincinnati College of Education's eagerness to establish connections and facilitate mutual learning opportunities with the University of Botswana.
"Our purpose for the visit is for our students and hopefully your students and faculty to engage and collaborate with each other," remarked Prof Mehta, underlining the mutual benefits from such exchanges.
In response, UB Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, acknowledged the significance of education as one of Botswana's notable achievements. However, he expressed concern regarding the declining pass rates in primary and secondary education across the country.
Professor Norris suggested that collaborations with institutions such as the University of Cincinnati could potentially address these challenges and enhance educational outcomes. In addition to education, both institutions expressed 
interest in collaborating on health-related initiatives.
Acting Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Professor Billy Tsima, highlighted the faculty's growth through collaborative endeavours with stakeholders. Since its inception in 2009 with an initial cohort of 36 students, the faculty has expanded to accommodate 378 medical students. Moreover, it has successfully graduated 480 doctors and 122 specialists.
Professor Tsima highlighted the Faculty's commitment to further expansion, including the introduction of subspecialties. He noted that a partnership with the University of Cincinnati would strategically advance the Faculty’s goals.