**International Colloquium on Jesuit University Education in the DRC: Loyola University of Congo Celebrates Its 70th Anniversary**
Loyola University of Congo, a private higher education institution founded by the Jesuit Fathers, proudly displays 70 years of existence. Located in the commune of Mont-Ngafula in Kinshasa, this renowned institution celebrates its heritage and its commitment to academic excellence. To mark this emblematic anniversary, ULC is organizing an international colloquium from November 25 to 27, under the evocative theme: “Jesuit University Education in the DRC and Congo: Challenges and Perspectives”.
At the heart of this major event, several facets of the history and future of Jesuit higher education will be explored. The Faculty of Philosophy Saint-Pierre Canisius, a pillar of ULC, bears witness to seven decades of dedication to the intellectual and spiritual formation of Congolese students. In addition, the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and the Faculty of Science and Technology, aged 30 and 10 years respectively, embody the constant evolution of the university’s educational offering.
The Rector of the ULC, Professor Father Ferdinand Muhigirwa Rusembuka, embodies the innovative and inclusive spirit of this prestigious institution. Involved in the preparations for the conference, he aspires to bring together a diversity of participants to enrich the debates on the challenges and perspectives of Jesuit university education in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
In conclusion, this celebration of the 70th anniversary of the ULC illustrates the vitality and vision of the Jesuit Fathers who continue to shape the future of higher education in the DRC. This international conference promises to be a moment of enriching exchanges and deep reflections, highlighting the lasting impact of Jesuit education in the Congolese academic landscape.
In a constantly changing world, ULC persists in its mission to educate engaged, open-minded citizens who are aware of social, economic and environmental issues. By cultivating academic excellence and an ethic of service, Loyola University of Congo remains a beacon of knowledge and humanist values at the heart of Congolese society.