KAMPALA, UGANDA- Asked about Dr. Krishna N. Sharma’s character, Joseph Opio, started at the ceiling in search of the appropriate words before responding.
Eventually his preference of the ideal vice-chancellor (VC) was not very different from others sourced on social media. He counted on his fingers the qualities a top scholar comprising being: a good researcher and have leadership qualities and management experience.
In addition to these was having a good humility about the things he does not know being is a plus.
“And have the ability to consult where possible; it makes academics and professional staff feels involved, which cements their commitment to the organization. Vice-chancellors also need to be strong because they have to be prepared to not be liked by everyone all the time,