MONROVIA, LIBERIA – Prof. Dr. Josephus M. Gray, Dean of the Amos C. Sawyer College of Social Sciences and Humanities at the University of Liberia (UL), has been honored with a distinguished international recognition from Sharda University, a leading institution in Greater Noida, India. The accolade highlights Dr. Gray’s impactful work in fostering cross-border academic collaboration that strengthens ties between Liberia and India.
In a statement released on Friday, Dr. Gray expressed his gratitude, emphasizing the significance of the recognition. “I am deeply honored and gratified to have been bestowed with international recognition from a prestigious Indian leading university, signifying a testament of our impactful work that benefits both Liberia and India in several significant ways,” he said.
The recognition was conveyed through a special congratulatory message from the President of Sharda University, acknowledging Dr. Gray’s contributions to academic excellence and research. The university praised his role in establishing unique ties between UL and Sharda University, fostering collaboration across borders.
Dr. Gray’s engagement with Sharda University includes serving as an external examiner for the institution’s Ph.D. dissertations and as a visiting professor in the Department of Political Science at the Sharda School of Humanities and Social Sciences. He emphasized that these roles are part of a broader effort to strengthen global academic networks.
“Our valuable contribution to the academic community resulted in us serving as an external examiner for the institution’s Ph.D. dissertation and visiting professor at the Department of Political Science, Sharda School of Humanities and Social Sciences,” Dr. Gray explained. “Praise be to God.”
Experts say such international recognitions are rare and reflect both the caliber of the individual and the growing reputation of the University of Liberia in global academia. The award positions Dr. Gray as a bridge between African and South Asian academic communities.
Colleagues at UL lauded Dr. Gray’s achievement as a milestone for the university. “This recognition underscores the high level of scholarship at UL and the value of cross-border partnerships. It is a moment of pride not just for Dr. Gray, but for all of Liberia,” one faculty member said.
Dr. Gray’s work in political science and social research has been instrumental in shaping contemporary academic discourse at UL. His involvement with international institutions strengthens research outputs, enhances teaching quality, and expands opportunities for student exchanges and joint academic programs.
The Dean’s recognition is expected to pave the way for further collaborations between the University of Liberia and other international institutions, increasing visibility for Liberian scholarship on the global stage. Dr. Gray stressed that such partnerships are mutually beneficial.
“This recognition is a call to continue striving for excellence, nurturing talent, and fostering collaborations that transcend geographical boundaries. Our commitment to academic excellence remains unwavering,” Dr. Gray concluded, highlighting his vision for UL as a hub of global scholarship and research.
