St. Mary’s University has been honored by the Addis Ababa City Administration Labor and Skills Bureau Lideta Manufacturing College for its dedication to providing practical job training to its students. On October 10, 2024, Lideta Manufacturing College hosted an event to celebrate and highlight this initiative. During the event, St. Mary’s University, along with other partner institutions, received a certificate of recognition.

The event included a brainstorming session to enhance collaboration between industries and students in apprenticeship programs. Discussions centered on managing these partnerships smoothly and professionally, and on exploring ways to further strengthen cooperation between the College and the industries offering practical training opportunities.