Auchipoly news 2018

Auchipoly News 2018! Here are some notable news stories and events from the Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko (Auchipoly) in 2018:

  1. New Vice-Chancellor Appointed: In January 2018, Professor Igbekele Ajibefun was appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko. He succeeded Professor Femi Mimiko, who had completed his tenure.
  2. Academic Calendar Released: The university released its academic calendar for the 2017/2018 session, which ran from January 8, 2018, to October 27, 2018.
  3. Convocation Ceremony: The university held its 12th Convocation Ceremony in November 2018, where over 10,000 students were awarded various degrees, including first degrees, postgraduate degrees, and honorary degrees.
  4. Research Grants Awarded: The university awarded research grants to several staff members and students in various fields, including medicine, engineering, and social sciences.
  5. Infrastructure Development: The university continued to develop its infrastructure, including the construction of new lecture halls, hostels, and a state-of-the-art library.
  6. Student Union Election: The university held its student union election in February 2018, with the Students' Union Government (SUG) electing new executives to serve for the 2017/2018 academic session.
  7. Lecturer Wins Award: Dr. Olusegun Folorunsho, a lecturer in the Department of Chemistry, won the 2018 Nigerian Academy of Science (NAS) Award for Young Scientist in the field of Chemistry.
  8. University Partners with Industry: Auchipoly partnered with several industries, including the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), to provide practical training and research opportunities for students.
  9. Staff Development Program: The university organized a staff development program, which included training and workshops on various topics, including leadership, communication, and research skills.
  10. Alumni Association Established: The university established its Alumni Association, which aims to promote the interests of Auchipoly graduates and provide a platform for networking and community service.

These are just a few of the notable news stories and events from Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko (Auchipoly) in 2018.