Cross section of fresh students during the orientation programme
By Okpokpo Okhumode, Auchi
The Vice Chancellor of Edo State University Uzairue, Engr. Prof Emmanuel Aluyor has advised the newly admitted students of the university to embrace the opportunity that await them and to make the most of the resources provided by the university.
Prof. Aluyor gave the advice during the orientation program organized for the 9th set 2023/2024 of fresh students admitted into the university.
The VC while congratulating the newly admitted students said that their presence signifies the continuation of legacy of academic brilliance and the pursuit of knowledge that is the hallmark of the university.
He said the knowledge they may acquire during their time at the university will empower them to be agents of positive change to contribute meaningfully to their communities and the nation at large.
“As you step into the vibrant academic community, I emplore you to leverage on the modern technical facilities at your disposal”, he added.
The Vice Chancellor stated further that the orientation is aimed to provide insight into the university’s system, offering guidance and valuable information from the seasoned speakers on various topics related to the university administration.
He said the university has created the Student Representative Council (SRC) which serves as a vital link between the student body and the university’s management, adding that the collaborative effort is aimed to foster a harmonious relationship where students are not merely recipients of education but active contribution to the university’s growth and development.
Prof Aluyor however assured the students that the university boasts of a team of exceptional lecturers and academic staff committed to ensuring their academic success in the university saying it is essential on their part to conduct themselves responsibly by avoiding actions that could hinder their studies or compromise their stay within the university.
Earlier in her welcome address, the Dean, Student Affairs, Prof. Mrs. Muniratu Maliki while welcoming the newly admitted students to Edo State university Uzairue, said their journey towards academic excellence and personal growth has just begun adding that it was a joyous occasion to have them join the vibrant and diverse community.
The Dean said that orientation is meant at providing students with information that will make them achieve success in their academic career and personal goals.
She said the university’s aim is to meet the dreams for quality tertiary education, seeks to reduce dependence on foreign institutions and other socio economic growth while its vision is to be a centre for excellence in teaching, research, innovation and community development.
According to her, the university has been providing access to world class education in serene environment with model state of the art facilities such as well equipped laboratories and libraries stocked with up to date physical and online researches.
She said successes in the university required hard work and dedication as it can get stressful and overwhelmed but must have a good strategy for academic success.
The Dean therefore advised them to always attend their classes and to do all assignments as well as to form reading and study groups as they set achievable goals and being focused on the path to achieving them.
She equally spoke on indecent dress, social life, social vices, guidance and counseling services available, health care among others.
Other speakers at the orientation include the Commandant NASEME Major General Oladele Arogundade whose topic was Purpose Driven Student.
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