Meharry Medical College to Host Sefako Makgatho University of South Africa

Nashville, Tenn. (TN Tribune) — This week, Meharry Medical College will welcome leaders from Sefako Makgatho University of South Africa (SMU South Africa) in an effort to build academic and research partnerships between the two institutions. It marks the first time that SMU South Africa leadership will visit the United States. The two historically black medical institutions have similar missions: to improve health care within the communities they serve and to provide transformative education to their students. The distinguished guests from SMU South Africa will be introduced to the Meharry campus and engage in discussions with Meharry faculty and staff during a special program this Thursday, August 29, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. in Meharry’s Stanley S. Kresge Learning Resources Center (LRC) located at 2001 Albion Street, Nashville, Tenn. 37208. “We welcome SMU South Africa to our campus and our country,” said Dr. James E.K. Hildreth, Meharry president and CEO. “This historic visit coincides with the opening of our new School of Global Health, highlighting our commitment to addressing global health challenges and fostering international collaborations. We look forward to forging new and innovative partnerships with SMU South Africa.” —more— The delegation will be on campus for a full day of...