Driving Innovation Through Research and Development
At the United Methodist University, research is at the heart of our mission to transform lives and communities. UMU is shaping solutions to local and global challenges through innovative projects, strategic collaborations, and impactful initiatives.
Research Priorities

Our research priorities at the United Methodist University address critical local and global challenges.
Educational Development
Educational Development
Research to improve teaching practices and curriculum innovation.
Theological Studies:
Theological Studies:
Contextual theology and interfaith dialogue research.
Community Health
Community Health
Advancing public health initiatives to address community challenges.
Environmental Sustainability
Environmental Sustainability
Researching sustainable practices for Sierra Leone's development.
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Research Initiatives

Baseline Faculty Survey
Baseline Faculty Survey
Assess faculty research capacity and identify challenges in teaching and research.
Strategic Plan Review
Strategic Plan Review
Aligning research goals with the university’s mission and global development goals. Teaching excellence, financial sustainability, and environmental goals.
Publications Repository
Publications Repository
Development of a centralized repository for faculty and student research outputs to encourage knowledge sharing.