Auchipoly news 2019

Auchipoly News 2019! Here are some notable news stories and events from the Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko (Auchipoly) in 2019:

  1. New Vice-Chancellor Appointed: In January 2019, Professor Igbekele Ajibefun was appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko. He succeeded Professor Michael Faborode, who completed his tenure in December 2018.
  2. Convocation Ceremony: The university held its 12th Convocation Ceremony in March 2019, where a total of 12,311 students were awarded various degrees, including 6,311 first-class honors.
  3. Nigerian Army Training: In April 2019, the Nigerian Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) held a training exercise at the university's campus, aimed at enhancing the military's capacity to respond to internal security threats.
  4. Research Grants: The university received research grants from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) and the National Research Fund (NRF) to support various research projects in areas such as agriculture, engineering, and medicine.
  5. Staff Development Program: Auchipoly launched a staff development program aimed at enhancing the skills and competencies of its academic and non-academic staff. The program included training in areas such as leadership, communication, and technology.
  6. Student Union Election: In May 2019, the university's Student Union Government (SUG) held elections, with Mr. Olamide Ogunleye emerging as the new SUG President.
  7. Campus Development: The university continued to develop its infrastructure, with the construction of new buildings, including a state-of-the-art library, a faculty of engineering complex, and a student hostel.
  8. Partnership with International Institutions: Auchipoly signed partnership agreements with international institutions, including the University of Ghana and the University of Benin, to promote academic collaboration and exchange programs.
  9. Research Output: The university's researchers published several papers in reputable international journals, with a focus on areas such as agriculture, engineering, and medicine.
  10. Alumni Association: The university's Alumni Association was re-launched in October 2019, with the aim of promoting networking, mentorship, and community service among alumni.

These are just a few of the notable news stories and events from Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko (Auchipoly) in 2019.