Quick Facts
Quick Facts — Innovative University of Enga
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Legal Status / Establishment | Established under the Innovative University of Enga Act 2022 (Act No. 44 of 2022). Unanimously passed by the National Parliament of PNG. |
| Type of Institution | Public / National University. |
| Location | Highlands of Papua New Guinea, Enga Province. Based in Wabag. |
| Campuses | Three campuses: Sopas, Irelya, and Akom. |
| Core Faculties / Departments | College of Arts, Science, and Education College of Health Sciences College of Business & Information Technology |
| Motto | Aut Viam Inveniam Aut Faciam – “I shall either find a way or make one.” |
| Vision / Mission Emphasis | High-quality, internationally recognised academic programmes; strong emphasis on innovation, employability, research, entrepreneurship, ethical values, service, inclusion. |
| First Student Enrolment | In 2024 there were 863 students enrolled in the Education and Medical/Health Sciences faculties. |
| Inaugural Graduation | The first graduation ceremony was held in May 2025. 166 students graduated with Bachelor’s degrees across Education, Natural Sciences and Health faculties. |
| Staffing (Academic and Administrative) | ~ 89 academic staff and more than 50 non-academic / administrative staff. |
| Council Chairwoman | Mrs. Anna Kavana Bais serves as Chair of the IUE Council. A committed leader in education and community development, she guided the transition from interim to permanent council and continues to champion IUE as a catalyst for change in Enga and Papua New Guinea. |
| Legal / Governing Body | Backed by both national and provincial government. Council members sworn in; governance framework includes transparency, accountability, inclusion. |
| Projected Growth | Targeting to build capacity to enrol 3,000 students annually once all faculties (including ICT and Business) are fully up and running. |
| Contact Details | PO Box 387, Wabag, Enga Province; phone +675 – 7257 4887; email info@iue.ac.pg |