As part of the celebration of Honduran Journalist Day, Zamorano University welcomed representatives from various national media outlets for a day of engagement, recognition, and firsthand experience with the university's distinctive Learning-by-Doing educational model.
The event provided journalists with the opportunity to explore some of the academic, scientific, and production facilities that are integral to the comprehensive education of Zamorano University students, as well as learn about the advances the university is driving in research, innovation, and agrifood development throughout the region.
The day began with a welcome breakfast and an institutional presentation led by Zamorano President, Jeff Cohen, who expressed his appreciation for the media and highlighted their essential role in building a better-informed society.
During the visit, journalists toured several of Zamorano University's academic and production facilities, including the Animal Reproduction and Entomology laboratories, as well as the Fruit and Vegetable Processing Plant and the Coffee Laboratory. These visits provided a close look at how students apply their knowledge through the Learning-by-Doing model, participating in research, production, and innovation processes that contribute to the development of the region’s agrifood sector.
As part of the Learning-by-Doing experience, participants also took part in a culinary workshop where they prepared snacks using products made at Zamorano University. This activity showed the quality, innovation, and added value of the products developed by the institution.
Closing remarks were delivered by Dr. Ana Margarita Maier, Vice President and Academic Dean, who thanked the journalists for their participation and reaffirmed Zamorano University's commitment to generating and transferring knowledge that contributes to the sustainable development of the region.
Through this celebration, Zamorano University recognizes the valuable work of Honduran journalists as key contributors to building an informed, transparent, and engaged society. The university also reaffirms its commitment to maintaining a close relationship with the media to continue sharing stories that transform lives and create a positive impact in communities.
Zamorano University extends its congratulations to all Honduran journalists on their special day and thanks them for their contributions to strengthening freedom of expression, education, and the development of the country.
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