Corporate Social Responsibility in Higher Institutions: A Study of Kogi State University, Anyigba

Abstract

The study seeks to examine the role of Kogi State University in terms of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) and how its host communities have been positively influenced by its programmes. The study arose out of the need to finding a lasting solution to the increasing wave of attacks on the university by some aggrieved residents and hoodlums from the host communities. The study employed survey method whereby  questionnaire, interview and field observations were used in gathering data on the university and its host communities. The sample size was drawn using Taro Yamane formula. The data for this study were analyzed using simple percentages and chi-square technique. Findings have revealed that KSU has played a considerable role in its CSR to its host communities. However, the host communities are not satisfied. The study notes that CSR is the necessary ingredients for continued peaceful cooperation within the communities it operates, and an important tool for mutual trust and goodwill between organization and its publics. KSU therefore need to equip its public relations unit with the necessary human and material resources to enable it constantly survey the feeling of its publics so that it can sustain harmonious relationship.