by FHS Advancement November 24, 2008
A memorandum of understanding has been signed by McMaster University and the Aga Khan University for a new stage to a 25-year collaboration which has developed international nursing schools.
On the weekend McMaster University President Peter George and President Firoz Rasul of the Aga Khan University (AKU) authorized the agreement in Toronto, in the presence of Canada’s Minister of International Cooperation, The Honourable Beverly J. Oda and His Highness the Aga Khan, the Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Ismaili Muslims. His Highness the Aga Khan is the Founder and Chairman of the Aga Khan Development Network and Chancellor of AKU.
Presidents George and Rasul both noted that the partnership between the two universities had been profound and was the driving force of the renewed engagement.
“The Aga Khan University has shown remarkable leadership in educational and social development, and we have been pleased to offer our expertise in building capacity in health care education, particularly in nursing,” said George.
Complete at the source: McMaster University Daily News – Exchange Morning Post
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