The Vice Chancellor of the Osun State University, UNIOSUN, Prof Odunayo Clement Adebooye, has charged newly matriculated students of the institution not to engage in cultism, exam malpractice, fraud, cybercrime and drug abuse.
This is as Prof Adebooye revealed that the university has zero tolerance for negative behaviours capable of derailing the future of the students and their academic journey.
Prof Adebooye handed down the charge in his address at the 19th matriculation ceremony of the university on Thursday in Osogbo.
According to the VC, “Osun State University has zero tolerance for all forms of negative behaviour like cultism, exam malpractice, fraud, cybercrime, drug abuse, and all other vices that destroy promising futures. I urge you, do not engage in them. You are here to build a life of value, please do not derail your journey. Do not use the social media to demarket your u University.
“Whenever the image of the University is presented negatively on the social media, you are also being affected negatively. Unexpected things happen everywhere in the world. When you see unexpected things, please report to the university authorities.”
He also reminded the students that the institution has partnered with the Federal Government’s NELFUND Student Loan Scheme and operate a Work-Study Scheme that allows indigent students to work in various units of the university.
He said, “To support your education, the University is fully in partnership with the Federal Government’s NELFUND Student Loan Scheme which is one of the opportunities to access fund to support you. I encourage eligible students to apply and to take advantage of this laudable initiative aimed at ensuring that no willing learner is denied education due to lack of funds.
“We also have over 300 scholarship opportunities solely managed by the University to which you can apply whenever we open the calls for application. I urge you to remain focused, as opportunities exist for those who distinguish themselves.
“Furthermore, in line with our commitment to inclusiveness, we operate a Work-Study Scheme that allows indigent students to work in various units of the University. They earn stipends that help support their upkeep without affecting their academic performance. We believe in dignity of labour, and we are proud to support students who are willing to work hard and build capacity even while studying.”
Prof Adebooye revealed that the issue of student accomodation for students was being looked into and assured that the university will break the excesses of landlords in the coming session.
“We are aware and deeply concerned about the challenge of student accommodation across our campuses. Many of our students have been facing exploitation from private landlords who charge exorbitant rents that place unnecessary financial burdens on families. I want to assure you today that the University is working tirelessly to address this challenge. We will break the excesses of the landlords, in the coming session, by the grace of God. We ask for your patience and understanding, please,” he said.
He charged the students to let the values of, “attending lectures regularly, staying focused on your goals, using the University’s learning resources responsibly, respecting your lecturers and colleagues, avoid peer pressure and unnecessary distractions and make the best use of the opportunities that will come your way.
“Moving forward, let’s work together to create a positive and successful year where every student can thrive and succeed. We are confident that this year will be one of significant growth, fulfillment and achievement for everyone. You are the next generation of thinkers, researchers, professionals, creators, and leaders. The future belongs to those who prepare, and today marks the beginning of that preparation.”
Over forty thousand students applied for admission into the university but a little over twelve thousand were admitted and matriculated.
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