… 12,873 Out Of Over 50,000 Applicants
The Lagos State University, Ojo, has matriculated a total of 12,873 at the 2023/2024 matriculation ceremony for the newly admitted students of the university.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello said the ceremony marks the official enrollment of the matriculating students into the University’s academic programmes, having been found worthy and qualified to become bonafide students of the institution.
She added that as students of the university, their welfare is top priority to the institution and they will not relent in their efforts to ensure that their learning environment remains conducive and competitive for learning.
“Please be assured that your security in and around the University is paramount to the University Management, hence we have put in place adequate security measures and I plead with you to report any suspicious activities to the University authority for immediate response.
“I heartily rejoice and congratulate all of you that are fortunate to be offered admission into this reputable University, the University of First Choice, the 9th Overall Best University in Nigeria among 298 universities, the best university in West Africa according to Greenmetrics, best use of Technology (E-Learning) State University, best use of Technology (Student Records) State University, Excellent in Digital Transformation State University.
“I also congratulate your parents, guardians, family members and well-wishers for their effort towards ensuring that you fulfill your dreams of having a qualitative education,” she stated” she said.
Prof. Olatunji-Bello who was represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration, Prof. Adenike Boyo added that it is important to mention that the Lagos State University is a student-centered University. It is a place for the grooming of generational leaders. It is a fact that a University is a place of freedom.
She however said that in LASU, freedom often comes with equivalent obligations and boundaries. We take pride in training students for life. We are focused on character development of our students.
“This is based on the hope that when you graduate, you will contribute meaningfully to developmental discourses around the globe. Our objective at the Lagos State University is to produce graduates who will be catalysts to the process of transformation of the State to a Greater Lagos.”
The VC disclosed further that a total number of 12,873 were admitted out of over 50,000 applicants that subscribed to the University.
“Therefore, you must count yourselves very lucky to be among the very few that was admitted. It is on this note that I will advise you to face your studies so as not to lose the huge opportunity of getting University education.
“My dear Matriculating Students, it is a new beginning for all of you today and by the Grace of God in record time of 4 to 5years depending on your course of study, we will be gathered again for your convocation.
“As young men and women desirous of a brighter future, it is expected that you abide with the rules and regulations of the University and be committed to your studies; be regular in attending lectures; carry out all your assignments; shun deviant behaviors; avoid indecent dressing; carefully select your friends; the university has zero tolerance for cultism; avoid examination malpractices; do away with corruption and hooliganism and other vices that can expose you to danger as those found culpable will be dealt with in line with our disciplinary mechanisms.
“I must also stress that the University under my administration has zero tolerance for Sexual and Gender based violence, and that informed our decision to establish the Directorate of Response and Preventive of Sexual and Gender based violence.
“Do not keep silent when you are harassed or assaulted in any manner. “if you see something, say something”. Show respect to your Colleagues and Staff in the University to make your stay successful and productive,” she added.
Dean Students Affairs, Dr. Surajudeen Fatai urged the new students to be focused, adding that the university seek to prepare students for global competitiveness and connect them to the world through a robust and inclusive educational experience.
“You will find out that our curriculum is robust and innovative for you to excel, it is not only broaden the knowledge and perspectives we teach, it also exposes you to the world of reality and how you transform challenges to opportunities,” he said.
While congratulating parents and guardians of the new students, Dr Fatai urged them to support the university in shaping the behaviour and future of the newly admitted students.
“Let us work together to give them a better personality in line with the vision and mission of LASU in making her students the most valuable human resources for national development, he added.
Also speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Aminat Ige-Ariyibi who was the best PhD graduating students of the University of Lagos at the institution’s recent convocation and a staff of the LASU mentored the students on ways to success.
She told the students to always be ready and prepared to excel as success is not exclusive to anyone.
Stating that challenges are catalyst to their success, Dr Ariyibi said they need to use it to their advantage if they must excel.
Dr. Ige-Ariyibi also urged them to be determined and to be ready to persevere as they start the journey to success.
A total of 12,873 newly admitted students matriculated into various Faculties.
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