Dr. Uchechukwu Chimezie Ajiwe
Dr. Uchechukwu Chimezie Ajiwe is a LECTURER II in THEATRE ARTS Department, Faculty Of Arts in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Personal Information
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Address: | Theatre Arts, Faculty Of Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF ARTS |
Department/Sub-Unit: | THEATRE ARTS |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University of PortHarcourt. (Doctor of Philosophy, March, 2021) November, 2014 to March, 2021 PhD Theatre & Film Studies |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Departmental Representative, Nnamdi Azikwe University, Centre for Career Development February, 2024 to Present |
| 2 | ICT departmental personnel & Representative, Department of Theatre and Film Studies, Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikwe University, Awka September, 2023 to February, 2024 |
| 3 | Departmental Video editor, Department of Theatre and Film Studies, Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikwe University, Awka May, 2023 to July, 2023 |
| 4 | Member Sanitation and Aesthetics, Faculty of Arts Sanitation and Aesthetics March, 2022 to February, 2024 |
Creative Output
| Book Chapters | |
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| 1 | Ajiwe Uchechukwu, Uwah, Innocent Ebere. (2019, September) Believable Illusions: A Semiotic Appraisal Of Computer Generated Images In Nollywood Films. University of PortHarcourt Press Ltd, pp 191-205 |
| 2 | Ajiwe Uchechukwu, Akpomie Mary Aghogho.. (2011, June) The Potentials Of Music And Sound Effects In Video Films: A Critique Of Andy Amenechis Egg Of Life. In Chiegboka, A.B.C, Utoh-Ezeajugh, T.C, & Ogene M.S. (Ed.)The Humanities And Sustainable Development. , Rex Charles & Partrick Ltd. Anambra State., pp 733- 741 |
| 3 | Ajiwe Uchechukwu, Bature-uzor Nkechi Asiegbu. (2011, April) Scenic Elements In Nigerian Video Films Rex Charles & Patrick Ltd., (Issue 9789785053), pp 733- 741 |
| Journal Articles | |
| 1 | Uchechukwu Chimezie AJIWE (PhD),Obianuju Gladys NWOSU, Ebuka Joshua OKOYE. (2023, October), "Portrayal of Homicide and Marital Crisis in Nollywood Narratives: A Critical reading of TChidi Chikere's Stronger than Pain and Tope Alake’s Forced Engagement", GUU Journal of Humanities Vol. 2. No. 2. OCTOBER (2023), Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 102- 118 |
| 2 | Uchechukwu Chimezie AJIWE (PhD),Obianuju Gladys NWOSU, Ebuka Joshua OKOYE. (2023, September), "AN APPRAISAL OF VISUAL EFFECT APPLICATION IN OLD NOLLYWOOD EPIC REPRESENTATIONS: A READING OF KEN ANUKA’S ZAZZI (2016)", Awka Journal of Research in Music and the Arts (AJRMA) Vol. 16, September 2023, Vol. 16, pp 1- 12 |
| 3 | Samuel Okoronkwo Chukwu-Okoronkwo & Uchechukwu Ajiwe. (2023, June), "Pandemic era and theatre for development interventions: Experiences from two educational theatres in Southeast Nigeria", Advanced Journal of Theatre and Film studies (AJTFS), Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 43- 48 |
| 4 | Uchechukwu Chimezie Ajiwe, Somtoo O. Arinze-Umobi. (2023, June), "Digital Images and Their Signification Process in Nollywood Films Narratives: A Theoretical Perspective", Nigerian Journal of Arts and Humanities (NJAH), Vol. 3, (Issue 3), pp 50- 58 |
| 5 | Uchechukwu Chimezie Ajiwe, Stella Uchenna Nwofor. (2022, May), "Perception of Computer Generated Images (CGI) in Nigerian made animated films: A cognitive-semiotic view", Journal of Communication, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp pp 1-19, Vol.3, Issue No.1, pp 1 - 19 |
| 6 | Uchechukwu Chimezie Ajiwe, Stella Uchenna Nwofor. (2022, November), "SUPERNATURAL ICONOGRAPHIES IN NOLLYWOOD: A STUDY OF SELECTED NOLLYWOOD FILM", IJISRT: International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology(IJISRT) www.ijisrt.com, Vol. 7, (Issue 10), ISSN No :- 2456-2165 Impact Factor :- 6.253 |
| 7 | Uchechukwu Chimezie Ajiwe, Stella Uchenna Nwofor. (2022, June), "Perception of Computer Generated Images (CGI) in Nigerian made animated films: A cognitive-semiotic view", Journal of Communication, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 1-19, Vol.3, Issue No.1, pp 1 - 19 |
| 8 | Uchechukwu Chimezie Ajiwe, Stella Uchenna Nwofor. (2021, September), "SUBJECTIVE EFFECT OF SOUND DESIGN IN NOLLYWOOD FILM: A CRITICAL APPRAISAL OF ANDY AMENECHI’S EGG OF LIFE", Interdisciplinary Journal of African & Asian Studies, Vol. 7, No.1, 2021, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 1-12, Vol. 7, No.1, 2021 |
| 9 | Ajiwe Uchechukwu, Eze, Ada Chinezerem. (2020, April), "The Semiotics Of Computer Generated Images (CGI)", Journal of Theatre and Media Studies, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 27 - 46 |
| 10 | Ajiwe Uchechukwu, Akpomie Mary Aghogho. (2019, April), "The Appeal Of Costume And Makeup: An Appraisal Of Selected Nollywood Narratives", Journal of Theatre and Media Studies, Vol. 1, pp 70-79, JOURNAL OF THEATRE AND MEDIA STUDIES, VOL.1 NO.1, 2019 |
| 11 | Ajiwe Uchechukwu, Samuel Chukwu-okoronkwo Samuel. (2015, April), "Perception Of Sound: A Study Of Selected Nollywood Films. Journal Of Social Sciences And Humanities", Unknown Journal or Publisher, pp 48-58 |
| 12 | Ajiwe Uchechukwu, Bature-uzor Nkechi A.. (2015, March), "From Script To Screen: A Semiotic Approach", American Institute of Science |
| 13 | Ajiwe Uchechukwu, okwuosa Sylvia, Samuel Chukwu-okoronkwo Samuel. (2015, March), "Nigerian Video Films As Effective Tool For Social Transformation Pp.57-62", American Institute of Science, Vol. 1, (Issue 2), pp 57-62 |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Grants | |
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| 1 | Awardee: "Vice-. Chancellor's Special Merit Award/ Recognition for Hard work and Meritorious Service to Nnamdi Azikiwe University for the Year 2023" (January, 2023 to December, 2023). Completed sponsored grant by Nnamdi Azikwe University, Office of the Vice- Chancellor |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Motifs as Semiotic Communication in calabar Carnival Costume design" (December, 2023) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Committee Member, "Faculty of Arts ICT Committee" (February, 2024 to December, 2024) |
| 2 | Committee Member, "Aesthetic, Sanitation, Safe and Security (ASSS) Committee ty and" (February, 2024 to December, 2024) |
| 3 | Committee Member, "Faculty of Arts Quality Assurance Committee" (February, 2024 to December, 2024) |
| 4 | Committee Member, "Faculty Projects Committee" (February, 2024 to December, 2024) |
| 5 | ICT Representstive, "Department of Theatre and Film Studies, Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikwe University, Awka" (March, 2023 to February, 2024) |
| 6 | Video Editor/ YouTube manger, "Department of Theatre and Film Studies, Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikwe University, Awka" (September, 2023 to December, 2024) |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Centre For Migration Studies, International conference", (Centre For Migration Studies, Nnamdi Azikwe University, Awka.), 1st February, 2024 to 2nd February, 2024; ASSU Secretariat and CMS-NAU, Awka |
| 2 | "Nollywood Nation Annual conference Series 2023", (University of Port Harcourt, Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, Department of Film and Media Studies), 25th October, 2023 to 27th October, 2023; University of Port Harcourt, River State. |
| 3 | "Faculty of Arts International Conference", (Faculty of Arts, Nnamdi Azikwe University Awka,), Faculty of Arts building |
| Workshop | |
| 1 | "Capacity building for staff and Officers", (Center for Counselling and Career Development), 30th October, 2023 to 1st November, 2023; Psychological Research Centre, Near Garuba Sq. Unizik |
| Other Event | |
| 1 | "ION INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL/Workshop", (River's State), 10th December, 2009 to 13th December, 2009; ION Inter |