Lofa County University (LCU) conducted a one-day workshop on Research Writing and Grant Proposal Development today, gathering 85 faculty and staff members in a renewed effort to strengthen the university’s research capacity and position it as a leading research institution in Liberia.
The workshop aimed to enhance the research and grant-writing skills of faculty and staff, enabling them to compete for research funding, produce high-quality scholarly work, and improve the university’s academic reputation.
Speaking at the opening of the workshop, Dr. Washington Kezelee, Vice President for Research and Grants, encouraged faculty members to actively engage in research.
He noted that quality research enhances individual academic reputations and positively impacts the overall ranking of the university. Dr. Kezelee emphasized that universities worldwide are typically assessed and ranked based on the quality and impact of their research output. He urged participants to take advantage of the training to develop competitive research and grant proposals.
Additionally, Dr. Adama Gross, Vice President for Academic Affairs, challenged faculty and staff to take research and grant proposal development seriously. He stressed that successful grants attract financial resources, create opportunities for institutional growth, and contribute to national development.
The workshop featured presentations from several experienced facilitators, including Fred Tosiah, Director for Research and Grant; Varney Kromah, Assistant Director for Research; and Yanwoi Suborbi, Dean of Extension. They shared practical knowledge on research methodologies, proposal writing, and strategies for securing grant funding.
This workshop is part of Lofa County University’s ongoing commitment to promoting a strong research culture and advancing academic excellence through innovation, collaboration, and knowledge generation.
