JUST IN: The University of Abuja holds her matriculation ceremony
Sinach
Published Date:
Jun 25, 2024
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All the world over, academic settings are rippling reflections of what the nation is; you can almost always describe a nation through what plays out in its academic settings. Academic settings are known as breeding grounds for world-moving innovations and ideas, they are “statutory” homes to world-moving movements and paradigm-shifting unions. Speak of a large percentage of the world’s most known inventions, and you will be speaking of academic settings. Speak of Negritude, the fight against tribalism, and you will be speaking of academic settings. No wonder the NPE 2004 policy aptly puts the visions of our founding fathers as our academic setting principles.
It is more apt to say “change begins in academic settings.” In the same vein, if you will truthfully speak of the University of unity in Nigeria, you would not need to stutter; just speak of the University of Abuja A.K.A the University of national unity,due to the fact that this is the only institution in Nigeria where all the 36states indigenes are represented.
So as we celebrate our Matriculation today, I hope my message gets to the 93.3% of the students voice whom I dare represent.
Dear freshman, Happy Matriculation and Welcome to Nigeria’s university of national unity. The Vice-Chancellor must have boasted at today’s ceremony that “If it is from UofA, it is of the best quality”. That is definitely true, and you also gained entry in the first instance, because you possess some academic qualities. But don’t let that get into your head, you have only just started the journey, and the bad news is, it is not a smooth one.
This resumption and partial strike euphoria is nothing compared to the surprises UofA will throw at you. So are you ready for new experiences with sprinkles of stress? Not to worry, this is another opportunity to explore life by learning. Regardless of the different activities you will come to realize are attached to your admission, your attitude towards this new facet will greatly affect what you get to gain from the whole struggle of studying through stress. On that note, congratulations on your admission into the university of national unity(the best in academics and all matters of stress). You are most welcome to the best!
A subtle piece of advice is that you do not underestimate your ability to learn. Perhaps you didn’t get your desired course, have an open mind about the course you got. Your academic performance in UofA is a function of studying. Just make sure not to ignore the foundation you are about to build, and set yourself on the right path. Do not get distracted. Make friends but don’t get hung up on trying to please anyone by getting on board with the ‘happening’ clique. Study smart and take UofA seriously. UofA is seriously ready to press the ‘erosion’ and ‘tsunami’ buttons. You don’t know what those words mean? They will explain themselves when exams knock, but I can assure, you will not experience any of them, if you take your studies seriously, especially your continuous assessment.
Do not hesitate to get as much insight, advice and tips as you can from senior colleagues that are doing well. In UofA working aimlessly is the beginning of failure. Have a plan and an effective strategy for reaching your academic goals. If you can, make out time for extracurricular activities like sports, competitions, join associations like the Believer's loveworld campus fellowship, The Literary and Debating Society (TLDS), or any association that aligns with your interest. They will give you more exposure and expand your social networks positively. However, avoid being preoccupied with activities.
UofA, however tagged a boring institution, is full of beneficial experiences. Don’t be afraid to ask questions or ask for direction when you need it. Be quick to fill your knowledge gaps but in all of your study, thrive to gather new and helpful skills whenever you find the opportunity.
Disclaimer: UofA will stress you! Take care of yourself in the best way possible. Get adequate sleep and don’t allow UofA’s ever-ready stress to jeopardize your health and make you Jaja’s regular visitor. Try to eat good food whenever you can. Cheers to a rough but worthy academic journey through UofA!
Welcome to the UofA!
It is more apt to say “change begins in academic settings.” In the same vein, if you will truthfully speak of the University of unity in Nigeria, you would not need to stutter; just speak of the University of Abuja A.K.A the University of national unity,due to the fact that this is the only institution in Nigeria where all the 36states indigenes are represented.
So as we celebrate our Matriculation today, I hope my message gets to the 93.3% of the students voice whom I dare represent.
Dear freshman, Happy Matriculation and Welcome to Nigeria’s university of national unity. The Vice-Chancellor must have boasted at today’s ceremony that “If it is from UofA, it is of the best quality”. That is definitely true, and you also gained entry in the first instance, because you possess some academic qualities. But don’t let that get into your head, you have only just started the journey, and the bad news is, it is not a smooth one.
This resumption and partial strike euphoria is nothing compared to the surprises UofA will throw at you. So are you ready for new experiences with sprinkles of stress? Not to worry, this is another opportunity to explore life by learning. Regardless of the different activities you will come to realize are attached to your admission, your attitude towards this new facet will greatly affect what you get to gain from the whole struggle of studying through stress. On that note, congratulations on your admission into the university of national unity(the best in academics and all matters of stress). You are most welcome to the best!
A subtle piece of advice is that you do not underestimate your ability to learn. Perhaps you didn’t get your desired course, have an open mind about the course you got. Your academic performance in UofA is a function of studying. Just make sure not to ignore the foundation you are about to build, and set yourself on the right path. Do not get distracted. Make friends but don’t get hung up on trying to please anyone by getting on board with the ‘happening’ clique. Study smart and take UofA seriously. UofA is seriously ready to press the ‘erosion’ and ‘tsunami’ buttons. You don’t know what those words mean? They will explain themselves when exams knock, but I can assure, you will not experience any of them, if you take your studies seriously, especially your continuous assessment.
Do not hesitate to get as much insight, advice and tips as you can from senior colleagues that are doing well. In UofA working aimlessly is the beginning of failure. Have a plan and an effective strategy for reaching your academic goals. If you can, make out time for extracurricular activities like sports, competitions, join associations like the Believer's loveworld campus fellowship, The Literary and Debating Society (TLDS), or any association that aligns with your interest. They will give you more exposure and expand your social networks positively. However, avoid being preoccupied with activities.
UofA, however tagged a boring institution, is full of beneficial experiences. Don’t be afraid to ask questions or ask for direction when you need it. Be quick to fill your knowledge gaps but in all of your study, thrive to gather new and helpful skills whenever you find the opportunity.
Disclaimer: UofA will stress you! Take care of yourself in the best way possible. Get adequate sleep and don’t allow UofA’s ever-ready stress to jeopardize your health and make you Jaja’s regular visitor. Try to eat good food whenever you can. Cheers to a rough but worthy academic journey through UofA!
Welcome to the UofA!
About the Author
Sinach
A les Avocat, living with the It Begins With Me Mantra and determined to dot all i's and cross all t's for a better Nigeria.
