University of Zilatra

The University of Zilatra is a Zilatran public research university located in Hafumel, Hajamal Prefecture.
Established in 23 VE by refugee academics Amy Serebra and Art Inkman, the University of Zilatra is the first such institution in the country, and one of the first ones ever established on Abexilas. Its main campus is located in the northwestern part of Hafumel. The university is also responsible for managing the Zilatran National Library.
Aside from offering undergraduate programmes in philosophy, arts and letters, social studies, science and engineering, the University is also home to a prominent graduate school, offering government grants for its members’ independent research. The University of Zilatra is partnered with many foreign universities and the NGO Scholars Without Borders.
== History ==
The University of Zilatra was founded in 23 Voyager's Era by Eldham refugees Amy Serebra and Art Inkman, upon the latter's return to the country. Joined by Lo'Oix academics Diogo and Ovonia Ronango'O, they formed the university's Faculty Board and began recruitment.
Construction of the university campus began in 30 VE, next to Hafumel's town hall. The large project is overseen by the Hafumel Development Committee and is yet to be finished.
== Organisation and Administration ==
The university is managed democratically by the Faculty Board consisting of a Student Union representative and the Institute Chancellors. As of 30 VE, there are four Institutes:
# Institute of Philosophy
# Institute of Science and Engineering
# Institute of Social Studies
# Institute of Art and Letters
== Student Life ==
Student life is managed by the Student Union, which organises events, offers counseling and tutoring for the students. The Inter-Institute Punting Cup is held annually and is free for all citizens to attend.
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