ESUT tasks matriculating students on academic excellence

The Acting Vice-Chancellor of the Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Prof. Charles Eze has urged newly admitted students of the university to strive for academic excellence.

Speaking during the 40th matriculation ceremony of the university, Eze stated that out of a total of 11,230 students who applied for admission, only 5,551 were admitted.

According to him, students must count themselves specially privileged to be admitted into the institution, which will offer them tremendous opportunities to deepen their education and expand their understanding of society.

He added that the students must always remember that their first pre-occupation in the institution, is to study to acquire a reputable degree so they can compete favourably with students from other institutions.

“All other things should be considered secondary, “he said. “Therefore, you must embark on your studies with vigour, focus and determination as this administration is passionate about academic excellence.”

He assured the students of the university management’s readiness to pay priority attention to the pursuit of academic excellence as well as their welfare and security.

He further explained that the management of the university will not tolerate any act of indiscipline and cultism and warned that students found in the act will face expulsion and criminal prosecution.

He noted that the students must be found worthy in both character and learning and must also imbibe the virtues of good human relations as well as avoid social vices.

“In this university, students are actively encouraged, through the award of scholarships to take their studies seriously to enable them to graduate in flying colours and impact meaningfully on the society, “he said