St. Mary’s University held a recognition program and discussion session at its Undergraduate Campus to recognize the instructors involved in the Comprehensive Degree Exit Exam (CDEE) on December 12, 2024.The event began with an introduction and insightful presentation by Misraku Molla (PhD), the Academic Vice President.  He provided a detailed progress report on the CDEE in which he covered key areas, such as student support activities, major strengths, challenges, and future plans. The Vice President highlighted that the University is currently offering CDEE-I (2014A) and CDEE-II (2013) entry students with about 60 instructors who are actively participating in the program. Most of these instructors attended the orientation program and have proficiently been trained in the Flip methodology. In terms of student support activities, he further remarked that the students needing additional assistance were identified, and selected instructors have started tutorials. 

The event continued with the discussions chaired by Wondwosen Tamrat (PhD, Asso. Prof). The session featured numerous questions and comments about the CDEE program, fostering engaging dialogues with the University’s top management.

The program concluded with the awarding of certificates of recognition to seventy-one instructors for their exemplary contributions in the delivery of the CDEE. Special recognition prizes were also given to the instructors who demonstrated exceptional contributions. Additionally, the Department of Management was honored with a trophy for its outstanding excellence, having achieved the highest pass rate for its students in the HEEE results. This recognition underscores the University’s commitment to educational excellence and its profound appreciation for the dedication of its instructors.