“The Springfield Research University has always had a policy of access, affordability and excellence.”

Dr Godfrey Gandawa is the 1^st president of the Springfield Research University. He oversees SRU’s world-renowned university system of 3 campuses, five faculties, three institutes and two nationally affiliated labs, more than 3,000 students and 282 faculty and staff. 

Dr Gandawa is scientist, biomedical researcher, technologist, business consultant and digital transformation advisor with diverse and solid technical business analysis, biological sciences, artificial intelligence, homeland security, project management, policy, training and strategic management experience.

Dr Gandawa is a professor in artificial intelligence, adjunct professor in biological sciences and homeland security and a defense contractor.

Dr Gandawa is responsible to the Board of Trustees. Within the policies and regulations of the Board and of other state and government authorities, as chief executive officer, has general authority and responsibility for the University and for keeping the Board of Trustees informed regarding the University in a timely and appropriate manner. Dr Gandawa demonstrate those leadership skills necessary for the dynamic pursuit of the goals and objectives embodied in the mission of the University. He understands the higher education needs of the University’s service region, work with the Board to develop proposals for meeting those needs, and provide leadership to foster cooperation between campus and community in fulfilling the University’s teaching, research, and public service responsibilities.