The Osun State University (UNIOSUN) on Friday formally admitted a total of 493 part-time students into various degree programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.

The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Clement Adebooye, while administering the matriculation oath, described the students’ admission as a reward for their determination and unwavering desire for self-improvement.

Mr Adebooye, represented by Lawrence Kehinde, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics, Research, Innovation and Partnerships), said the institution remained committed to providing quality education driven by innovation, research and community service.

He noted that the Centre for Part-Time and Advanced Studies (CPAS) had become an integral part of the university’s success story by providing flexible learning opportunities without compromising the quality and standard of a UNIOSUN degree.

According to Mr Adebooye, the university has introduced digital platforms that enable part-time students to access their individual portals to monitor academic progress and carry out academic activities online.

“The institution had commenced the development of a purpose-built Centre for Advanced Studies to provide the infrastructure required for effective teaching and learning.

“We urged students to attend lectures regularly, participate actively in academic activities, complete their assignments diligently and make effective use of the university’s digital resources and support systems,” he said.

He advised them to cultivate continuous learning, critical thinking and intellectual curiosity, which came with knowledge and values that would shape their future.

The vice-chancellor warned the students against cultism, examination malpractice, cybercrime, drug abuse, sexual harassment, violence, hooliganism, certificate fraud and other acts capable of undermining the integrity of the institution.

“Our regulations are clear and sanctions for violations are strictly enforced.

“I, therefore, urge you to uphold the values of honesty, discipline, responsibility and respect for constituted authority throughout your stay in the university.

“The matriculation oath is a solemn pledge to obey the university’s laws, pursue knowledge with integrity and conduct yourselves as worthy ambassadors of the institution,” he said.

Mr Adebooye appreciated parents, guardians, spouses, employers and other well-wishers for their support and assured them that the university would continue to provide an environment that promoted academic excellence, moral discipline and holistic development.

Earlier, the director of the CPAS, Abosede Akanbi, while administering the matriculation oath to the students, urged them to obey the university authorities and comply with all regulations guiding the institution.

She warned them against violence, cultism and other acts capable of destroying university or community property.

The director also advised them to report any cult-related activities to the appropriate university authority. 

Ms Akanbi, however, warned that any student found guilty of violating the matriculation oath or the university’s regulations would face appropriate sanctions, including expulsion. 

(NAN)