Why we must read
WHY do we read, and is it important? We tend to see reading just as a skill that we acquire at school and then use for various tasks in our
Education
Niche for Solo Uni
THE Solomon Islands National University (SINU) has decided to carve a niche for itself as a cornerstone of the nation’s higher education system and a catalyst for national development. Ten years after taking on
Litia’s Promise to her Widowed Mother
BA, FIJI – After losing her father at just nine months old, Litia Moce was raised by her widowed mother. While still completing her primary-level
Is it finally island time?
THE University of the South Pacific (USP) has been making its mark in the Academic World, with a vision that includes leveraging its geographic reach to build partnerships and attract
Past, present, future: Uni takes services to the region
THE University of Fiji builds its teaching on ancient Indian philosophy and the human values of the Arya Samaj tradition, shaping an ethical and cooperative campus
Time for reform
FOR many young Papua New Guineans, the journey from classroom to workplace is one of hope, challenge, and often, tough
Time to teach survival
CLIMATE change education in Pacific schools is no longer optional; it’s a matter of
Rokotavaga’s path to graduation
THE youngest of three siblings from Vunisinu in Rewa, Rokotavaga’s story is a testament to the power of
Teen turns tourism inspiration into study major
Growing up in Sigatoka, one of Fiji’s key tourism hubs, gave Seruwaia Nainoca exposure on the impact the industry has on families and
FNU Associate Professor Brings Pacific-Centred Expertise to Fiji Education Commission
SUVA, Fiji – The Fiji National University (FNU) proudly acknowledges the contribution of Associate Professor and Acting Director Learning & Teaching Dr Lavinia Tiko to the Fiji Education Commission,
Population time bomb ticks, pressure on PNG resources
PAPUA New Guinea is quickly losing control of its soaring population growth which threatens to outrun the country’s ability to provide for its people within five
University launches game-changing primary industry programmes
THE Fiji National University’s (FNU) College of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (CAFF) is expanding its educational offerings by launching three programmes at its Ba, Nadi, and Labasa campuses in
University of Fiji celebrates milestones
THE University of Fiji (UniFiji) is experiencing significant growth, marked by record student enrolment and expanded graduation
New university Chancellor pledges unwavering commitment
FIJI’s Speaker of Parliament, Filimone Jitoko, was installed as the new Chancellor of the University of Fiji (UniFiji) earlier this week, marking a key leadership
A new chapter for Fiji’s classrooms
FOR more than a decade, Fiji Book Drive has been quietly transforming classrooms across the islands bringing stories, knowledge, and hope to thousands of
Rewarding and empowering chapter of my life – Batie
Growing up in Port Vila, Shefa Province, Vanuatu, Nigel Batie was raised in a close-knit family that taught him the values of community, resilience, and
France commits €130k to support Pacific students
FRANCE has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening academic and scientific cooperation in the
Look beneath the surface Changing times with Dr Patrick Vakaoti
UNIVERSITIES across the Pacific churn out graduates every year, often ready to enter workforces which have no jobs to
USP Tourism and Hospitality discipline wins global recognition for the third consecutive year
THE Discipline of Tourism and Hospitality Management (DTHM), under the School of Business and Management at The University of the South Pacific (USP), has once again brought pride to the University and the region by
$USD30 million for Kiribati education
THE Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $USD30 million grant to deliver high-quality primary and secondary education for students in
Solomon Islands removes menstrual product taxes
THE Solomon Islands has abolished all taxes on menstrual products, becoming the first Pacific nation to combat period
