Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), located in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has scheduled its orientation exercise for the 2024/2025 academic session. This program is designed to welcome and acclimate newly admitted students to university life, providing them with essential information about institutional policies, academic expectations, and available support services.

Orientation Program Details

• Date and Time: Thursday, March 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM
• Venue: University Auditorium, Rumuolumeni Campus

The Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Okechuku Onuchuku, will officially open the event. All Deans, Directors, Heads of Departments, and fresh students are expected to attend this significant occasion.

Purpose of the Orientation

The orientation exercise aims to:

• Introduce freshers to the university’s environment and culture
• Provide insights into academic programs and expectations
• Familiarize students with university policies, procedures, and available resources
• Encourage networking among new students and faculty members

Matriculation Ceremony

Following the orientation, the matriculation ceremony for the 2024/2025 academic session is scheduled as follows:

• Date and Time: Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 10:00 AM
• Venue: University Auditorium, Rumuolumeni Campus

Fresh students are required to complete their registration by Friday, March 14, 2025, to be eligible for the matriculation ceremony. A matriculation gown fee of ₦10,000 is to be paid online through the official IAUE portal. Gown collection will commence on Friday, March 21, 2025, and all gowns must be returned by Friday, April 4, 2025, to avoid late return penalties.

Accommodation Information

The Student Affairs Unit has released hostel accommodation lists for the 2024/2025 session. Students whose names appear on these lists are advised to proceed with allocation procedures promptly. Failure to do so may result in the forfeiture of the allocated spaces.

Conclusion

The orientation exercise is a pivotal event for freshers, marking the beginning of their academic journey at IAUE. It offers an opportunity to integrate into the university community, understand institutional expectations, and access resources that will support their academic and personal development. All newly admitted students are encouraged to participate actively in the orientation and subsequent matriculation ceremonies to ensure a successful transition into university life.

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