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JUBILEE SYMPOSIUM - 70 YEARS LOVANIUM





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REFLECTING ON THE PAST, CELEBRATING THE FUTURE

In honour of Lovanium's 70th anniversary, KU Leuven and UC Louvain are hosting a
Jubilee Symposium to highlight their shared history with Congo and to celebrate
a renewed, strengthened and forward-looking partnership.

Join us for a thought-provoking afternoon as we explore our intertwined
historical ties and envision a strong and equal academic collaboration across
continental borders.

 


WHEN

 * Date: 11 October 2024
 * Time: 14.00 - 18.00, followed by a reception


WHERE

 * College De Valk
 * Tiensestraat 41, 3000 Leuven


JOIN US!

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 * Get to know our speakers
 * Discover the programme
 * Support a new generation of Congolese Scholars


 GET TO KNOW OUR SPEAKERS

 


PROFESSOR JEAN-JACQUES MUYEMBE TAMFUM

Lovanium alumnus Jean-Jacques Muyembe-Tamfum is a Congolese microbiologist and
founder of the Institut National pour la Recherche Biomédicale (INRB) in the
Democratic Republic of the Congo. He gained prominence for his key role in the
investigation of the first Ebola outbreak in 1976. His time at KU Leuven's Rega
Institute for Medical Research was crucial in developing his expertise in
virology and medical microbiology. Professor Muyembe Tamfum recently received
the WHO Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding contributions to global
health and an honorary doctorate from Harvard University. 

 


PROFESSOR ISIDORE NDAYWEL È NZIEM

Isidore Ndaywel è Nziem, a distinguished Congolese historian and linguist and a
Lovanium alumnus, is renowned for his extensive research and publications on
Congolese history. His work covers a wide range of topics and has contributed
significantly to the understanding of Congo's socio-political development and
cultural heritage.

Professor Ndaywel è Nziem is the author of notable works such as Les années
Lovanium (Volumes I & II) and Histoire générale du Congo. His leadership roles
in institutions such as the National Library of Congo underscore his significant
contributions to Congolese intellectual and cultural life. His commitment to
education and historical preservation has earned him international recognition
and respect within academic communities.

 


PROFESSOR HIPPOLYTE MIMBU KILOL

Professor Hippolyte Mimbu Kilol is a Congolese scholar specializing in classical
literature, particularly Latin studies. He obtained his PhD from KU Leuven.
Mimbu is a professor at both the Université Catholique du Congo and the
Université Pédagogique Nationale. Mimbu is also a member of the Académie
Africaine des Sciences Religieuses, Sociales et Politiques. His academic work
spans classical texts, eloquence, and political history, particularly relating
to the Democratic Republic of Congo. He has authored several influential works,
including Science et conscience au service de la nation, focusing on
sociopolitical and historical dynamics in the Congolese context and the role
scientists can play in society.

 


PROFESSOR PLACIDE MUMBEMBELE SANGER

Professor Placide Mumbembele Sanger is a prominent figure in Congo's cultural
heritage. He is the former Director General of the Institut des Musées Nationaux
du Congo and currently teaches the history of museums in Congo at the University
of Kinshasa. His research focuses on the challenges of museums and cultural
heritage in the African (post)colonial context. Professor Mumbembele Sanger is
also a Scientist in Residence conducting provenance research at the
AfricaMuseum.


PRELIMINARY PROGRAMME

14.00 - 14.10 Opening remarks by Prof. Luc Sels (Rector of KU Leuven) and Prof.
Françoise Smets (Rector of UC Louvain)

14.10 - 14.40 Lovanium over the years: a historical perspective | Prof. Isidore
Ndaywel è Nziem (UNIKIN) & Prof. Marc Depaepe (KU Leuven)

14.40 - 15.10 Living heritage: The architecture of Lovanium | Andre Ockerman
(Ghent University) 

15.10 - 15.30 KU Leuven’s Position Statement on its Shared Cultural Heritage
with Congo | Prof Bert Demarsin (KU Leuven)

15.30 - 16.30 Panel discussion followed by Q&A 

 * Prof. Placide Mumbembele Sanger (UNIKIN);
 * Prof. Bert Demarsin (KU Leuven);
 * Bart Ouvry (Director General of the Africa Museum);
 * Prof. Marie-Sophie de Clippele (UC Louvain).

16.30 - 16.45 Coffee break

16.45 - 17.45 Reflections on the past and the future across the three KU Leuven
Science Groups

 * Group of Biomedical Sciences | Prof. Jean-Jacques Muyembe Tamfum (UNIKIN) &
   Vice Rector Chris Van Geet (KU Leuven)
 * Group of Humanities & Social Sciences | Prof. Hippolyte Mimbu (UCC) & Prof.
   Peter De Mey (KU Leuven)
 * Group of Science, Engineering and Technology | Vice Rector Peter Lievens (KU
   Leuven)

17.45 - 17.55 Academics for Development

17.55 - 18.00 Closing remarks by Vice-Rector Chris Van Geet

18.00 - 19.45 Dinner reception

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SUPPORT AND EMPOWER A NEW GENERATION OF CONGOLESE SCHOLARS

Discover our funds for strengthening capacity building in the South. 


PACB FUND

The PACB Fund aims to bolster the capacity of educational and research
institutions in the region itself. With your support, we can educate young
research talent to become the next generation of academics, ready to strengthen
their academic institutions and communities at a local level.

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MARC VERVENNE FUND

The Marc Vervenne Fund supports talented young scientists in the poorest
countries of Africa to conduct development-related scientific research for the
benefit of local communities. Since 2013, the Fund has supported seven young
Congolese scientists to complete their doctoral studies, with six more to follow
in the coming years.

Yes, I want to contribute





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