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By: Alhaji Umaru Gbow

Credit: Public Relations Assistant, ������Ƶ University ( Ayuba Koroma)

������Ƶ University, 20th December 2024- The ������Ƶ University Administration has successfully concluded its 2024 matriculation ceremonies on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at its Bo Campus, welcoming over 3,000 new students.

The event marked the formal induction of the matriculants into the University community, with students taking an oath to uphold the institution’s statutes, regulations, and values before registering their names in the University's Register.��

The Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Bashiru Mohamed Koroma, officially accepted the new students, who were presented to him by the University Registrar, Dr. Muneer Jalloh. Professors Mohamed Syed Fofanah and Alieu Mohamed Bah, Deputy Vice-Chancellors for Bo and ������Ƶ campuses respectively, extended warm welcomes to the new cohort during the ceremonies.��

Speaking at ������Ƶ Campus, Professor Koroma described the matriculation as a pivotal step in the academic journey of the students. He highlighted ������Ƶ University’s legacy as the “mother of higher education” in the Sierra Leone, offering diverse programs across 16 schools.

Professor Koroma assured students of the Administration’s commitment to improving learning facilities and social amenities, promising significant upgrades to classrooms in the current academic year. He encouraged the matriculants to embrace discipline, diligence, and the pursuit of knowledge, emphasizing that their time at ������Ƶ University would be both transformative and rewarding.��

At Bo Campus, Professor Mohamed Syed Fofanah celebrated ������Ƶ University’s recent advancements, particularly the establishment of the College of Medical Sciences in 2023. Comprising the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, and School of Public Health, the college represents a significant milestone in medical education in Sierra Leone.

Professor Fofanah also announced plans to establish a School of Veterinary Medicine and encouraged students to take advantage of the University’s resources while maintaining discipline and good behavior.��

Professor Alieu Mohamed Bah, Deputy Vice-Chancellor for ������Ƶ Campus, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the University’s dedication to fostering innovation and academic excellence. “At ������Ƶ Campus, we are committed to providing an environment that fosters innovation, discipline, and the pursuit of knowledge to prepare you for meaningful contributions to society,” he said, urging students to make the most of their time at the institution and uphold its reputation.��

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