Contact Information

Name: Dr. Niguse Desta Suba (Assistant Professor)

Position: College Dean, 

Address: Block 112, Room 04, Adigrat University Main Campus
P.O. Box: 50, Adigrat University
Mobile: +251915524390
Phone: +251 348 870 000
Email:niguse.destasuba@adu.edu.et
Alternative Email: nigused22@gmail.com

College of Social sciences and Humanities

The College of Social Sciences and Humanities (CSSH) is one of the earliest colleges established at Adigrat University in July 2011. It began with four departments and has since expanded to eleven academic departments, including Archaeology and Heritage, Civic and Ethical Studies, English Language and Literature, Geography and Environmental Studies, Governance and Development, Journalism and Communication, Psychology, Sociology, Teachers’ Education, Theatre Arts, and Tigrigna Language, Literature and Folklore. The College offers undergraduate programs across all departments, while Geography and Environmental Studies and Sociology currently run postgraduate programs. The Department of English Language and Literature is also prepared to begin postgraduate studies pending approval. The College hosts several centers that support research and community service, such as the Center for Archaeology and Tourism, the Center for Cross-Border Peace and Security Studies, and the English Language Improvement Center, with two additional centers in progress. Since 2013, CSSH has maintained a strong record of graduating students in regular and summer programs. The number of academic staff has also grown from 18 to more than 150, reflecting the College’s expansion and academic development.

Vision

To become a nationally and internationally recognized College of excellence in education, innovation, and interdisciplinary research, producing ethical and competent graduates who contribute meaningfully to societal development.

Mission

The College strives to:

  • Deliver high-quality education that develops well-rounded and professionally competent graduates.

  • Conduct relevant and impactful research that addresses community and national challenges.

  • Provide community services that support social development, cultural preservation, peacebuilding, and public well-being.

Core Values

The College is guided by the following values:

  • Commitment to Academic Excellence: We uphold high standards in teaching, learning, and scholarly work.

  • Professional and Ethical Conduct: We promote integrity, responsibility, and ethical behavior in all academic and social engagements.

  • Service to the Community: We are dedicated to supporting the community through knowledge sharing, problem-solving initiatives, and capacity-building activities.

  • Cultural Identity and Preservation: We value the protection and promotion of languages, traditions, and historical heritage.

  • Innovation and Research Culture: We encourage creativity, critical thinking, and research-based solutions to contemporary challenges.

  • Respect for Diversity and Inclusiveness: We foster peaceful coexistence among people of different cultures, languages, beliefs, and social backgrounds.

  • Transparency and Good Governance: We ensure accountability, openness, and fairness in academic and administrative processes.

  • Collaboration and Partnership: We encourage interdisciplinary teamwork and strengthen relationships with local, national, and international partners.

CSSH Departments