About JUMLSA
Medical Laboratory Science students need opportunities beyond formal classroom education to develop professional identity, leadership, research, communication, teamwork and community engagement skills. An EMLA Student Chapter at Jimma University gives students an organised platform for professional, academic, scientific and community-oriented activities. The chapter will operate under the EMLA Guidelines for the Establishment and Recognition of EMLA Student Chapters, the EMLA Bylaws, and the rules and regulations of Jimma University.
Why a student chapter
- Strengthening students’ professional identity.
- A structured link between Medical Laboratory Science students and EMLA.
- Academic and professional development.
- Student research, innovation and scientific engagement.
- Leadership, communication and teamwork skills.
- Professional ethics and awareness of laboratory quality.
- Mentorship and networking with laboratory professionals and academics.
- Community service and public health engagement.
- Preparing students for the profession and future EMLA membership.
Our purpose
To provide a structured, student-led, and professionally guided platform for promoting academic excellence, professional development, research, leadership, community service, and engagement with EMLA.
What we aim to do
- Promote awareness of EMLA, its mission, values, and professional role among Medical Laboratory Science students.
- Promote academic and professional development through seminars, peer learning, mentorship, and related activities.
- Encourage student research, scientific presentation, innovation, and problem-solving.
- Promote professional ethics, laboratory quality, and responsible professional practice.
- Develop student leadership, communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.
- Facilitate interaction and networking among students, faculty, laboratory professionals, and EMLA.
- Encourage students to participate in community service and appropriate public-health activities.
- Promote participation in EMLA national conferences, workshops, CPD activities, e-courses, and other appropriate programmes.
- Encourage eligible students to become registered EMLA student members.
- Establish a sustainable student platform that supports future generations of Medical Laboratory Science students.
Where we are now
The founding team, led by President Meletetsega Getachew with Vice President Fetih Mohammed, submitted the chapter’s proposal to EMLA on 16 October 2026, with the support of the Department of Medical Laboratory Science. Once EMLA recognises the chapter, the first elections will confirm the Executive Committee.