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Committee to Investigate UOG Incident

The Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (HERST) and Sports, Kinoka Feo, said an Independent Review Committee (IRC)
USP Professors Elected as new Fellows of the Pacific Academy of Sciences

Professors Bibhya Sharma and Sushil Kumar, distinguished academics from The University of the South Pacific (USP), are among thirteen leading
University of Goroka Suspended Indefinitely After Student–Local Violence

GOROKA, Eastern Highlands — The University of Goroka (UOG) has been suspended indefinitely after violent clashes erupted between students and
Research Leads Innovation in Climate-Resilient Crops for Samoa

Dr Leslie Toralba Ubaub, a Lecturer in the Discipline of Agriculture and Food Technology at The University of the South
SILAG to Offer Bachelor of Government

The Somare Institute of Leadership and Governance (SILAG) will be introducing the Bachelor of Government (Public Administration) in the near
Student Dies in Milne Bay After Alleged Assault By Teacher

A tragic incident at Kiriwina Secondary School in Milne Bay has left a student dead after he was allegedly assaulted
USP Researchers Pioneer Cassava-Based Edible Coating to Revolutionize Sustainable Food Packaging in Fiji

In a groundbreaking leap for sustainable science and Pacific-led innovation, researchers at The University of the South Pacific (USP) have
UNRE Develops Policies for Safer Environment

The University of Natural Resources and Environment (UNRE) is developing a series of policies aimed at creating a safer and

Professor Pal Ahluwalia to Conclude Tenure as Vice-Chancellor and President

August 1, 2025 Charlene Lanyon Press Release

On behalf of the Council of The University of the South Pacific, I wish to advise that Professor Pal Ahluwalia will conclude his tenure as

USP achieves 7th place in global rankings category

July 24, 2025 Karalaini Tavi Press Release

The University of the South Pacific (USP) has proudly achieved a major milestone, securing 7th place globally in the Student Support and Engagement category of

Rooted in Strength, Rising with Purpose

July 7, 2025 Charlene Lanyon Press Release

Disoronameca Tukutukulevu At the heart of every academic journey lies a story of purpose, persistence, and personal growth. For Disoronameca Tukutukulevu, her academic journey at

USP ranked in the 2025 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings

June 25, 2025 Charlene Lanyon Press Release

The University of the South Pacific (USP) has improved its rankings for two Sustainable Development Goals – SDG 14: Life Below Water and SDG 17:

Fuaki pursues career goal through USP studies

June 25, 2025 Charlene Lanyon Press Release

Watching news presenters on television deliver updates in a confident and professional manner introduced a young Unise Fuaki to the world of media and journalism.

Anchored in Purpose

June 18, 2025 Charlene Lanyon Human Interest, Press Release

Trinity’s final lap at USP Growing up as the eldest of five siblings wasn’t an easy experience for Trinity Papaata, but she considered it an

2025 National Transforming TVET in PNG Forum

June 5, 2025 Editor Press Release

Pathway to Productivity: Strenghtening TVET Curricula for Inclusive, Green and Digitally Driven Employment 20th – 21st August, 2025 The National Polytechnic Institute of PNG, Lae, Papua New Guinea.

USP appointed Vice-Chair of UNAI SDG14 Hub

June 5, 2025 Charlene Lanyon Press Release

The University of the South Pacific (USP) is proud to announce its appointment as Vice-Chair of the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) SDG14 Hub. UNAI

Pacific Update 2025 unites regional voices on the Pacific’s future

June 5, 2025 Charlene Lanyon Press Release

Thought leaders, academics, policymakers, development partners, and students have converged at The University of the South Pacific’s (USP) Laucala Campus in Suva, Fiji, for the

Statement from the Pro-Chancellor and Chair of Council

May 26, 2025 Charlene Lanyon Press Release

The University of the South Pacific Council Meeting – Auckland, 19 to 21 May 2025 A Time of Reset: USP Council Charts a Strategic Course