Graduate Research School launch and ACU Three Minute Thesis final
News 11 SeptemberJoin us online to officially launch the ACU Graduate Research School on Thursday 19 September and celebrate the winners of ACU Three Minute Thesis Final.
18 November 2019
Share
Freedom of information is critical in unlocking development in Nigeria, according to Thomas More Law School lecturer Kunle Ola.
Access to information is close to the heart of Dr Ola who wrote Open Access to Knowledge: A Framework for Developing Countries, a publication which proposes a framework to engender access to knowledge and fast-track development in Nigeria and other developing countries.
The book is an important text for scholars and researchers interested in open access to knowledge on the continent and globally.
Inspired to write the book due to his inability to access journal articles while undertaking his Master’s degree, the author argued that the information highway is full of useful but often inaccessible information.
“Since information is power, information becomes key to development,” Dr Ola said. “If Nigeria will attain development, access is a necessity.”
The book was launched in September at a function hosted by the Australian High Commission in Abuja Nigeria.
It was reviewed by the first professor of intellectual property law in Nigeria Professor Adebambo Adewopo who noted the book addresses the dearth of resources in the access to knowledge space.
“Fundamentally, the concept of open access, the theme of this important book, is anchored in the idea and ideal of access phenomenon and its dynamics in the current global era,” Professor Adewopo said.
“As an important contribution to existing knowledge in the field, the author proffered guidelines and road maps for developing an open access framework in Nigeria. He explained that it would provide the platform for active participation in the global knowledge community and foster dynamic exchange of information by being connected to the global library.”
The book presentation was attended by dignitaries from the diplomatic corps, especially from the Australian High Commission in Abuja, the academia, the legal profession, the creative industries, friends, associates and family of the author.
Join us online to officially launch the ACU Graduate Research School on Thursday 19 September and celebrate the winners of ACU Three Minute Thesis Final.
The Staff Communication Survey closes on Friday 13 September. Share your views and help shape ACU’s approach to communication.
A message from Acting Executive Dean of Theology and Philosophy Associate Professor Richard Colledge: The revitalisation of our Core Curriculum is an opportunity to think about and explore our Catholi...
From ACU Term 4, our two Canvas instances will be combined into a unified platform. This will streamline access to course materials and enhance the overall teaching and learning experience.
As part of our ongoing commitment to integrity and ethical governance, ACU will implement new measures to align with Australia’s updated anti-bribery legislation.
Advance your career in teaching and learning with the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education. Enrol by 20 September to start on 23 September 2024.
Feeling inspired by the recent Olympics and Paralympics? Find out how you can pursue your health and fitness goals through ACU Active and Fitness Passport.
Tomorrow is R U OK? Day - a national day of action dedicated to reminding us to check in with those around us.
Extra! Extra! ACU library is proud to announce access to a new comprehensive newspaper database, NewsBank Access Global.
Unauthorised use of artificial intelligence (AI) in work submitted for assessment is academic misconduct. Learn about the sites and tools students should avoid when preparing and submitting work for a...
Aged care, home care and community care in Australia is experiencing a workforce crisis. The National Care Workforce Alliance (NaCWA), spearheaded by ACU, is bringing together aged care, disability ca...
Since 1967, the annual celebrations of International Literacy Day have taken place on 8 September around the world.
ACU Library’s Research Engagement team invites all researchers and higher degree research (HDR) students to join updated Research Essentials skills sessions for Semester 2.
Belated Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, granddads and father-figures. Hear from ACU working parent Timothy Ly about how access to leave and flexible working arrangements helped when he became a fa...
The Library is pleased to introduce SIFT, a robust methodology designed to enhance student information evaluation skills.
Share your thoughts on communication at ACU by taking part in the Staff Communication Survey by Friday 13 September.
Applications for ACU Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning and the Vice Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Teaching close on Monday 9 September.
Hear from staff and students about how they are navigating the potential of generative artificial intelligence. Register for HELTA's three-part series to explore GenAI’s impact and applications in hig...
Congratulations to ACU Professor Daryl Higgins and the team behind the landmark Australian Child Maltreatment Study who have won a Queensland Child Protection Week Award.
We are in the middle of National Child Protection Week – it’s a great reminder to check out ACU resources on safeguarding our students.
Visit Service Central to access Corporate Services.