Don Charges Freshmen to be Dedicated

The Head of the Department  ( HOD)of Mass Communication, Dr. Lawrence Ekwok, has urged newly admitted students to be dedicated to their studies to achieve academic excellence.

Dr. Ekwok gave the charge during the Orientation Ceremony for freshmen of the department, held at the Lecture Room l.

He welcomed the freshmen and explained that the purpose of the event was to officially welcome them, provide guidance on academic success, and offer information about the department.

Dr. Ekwok emphasized the importance of dressing decently to avoid sexual harassment, assuring the students that he would provide full protection as the HOD.

The Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Prof. Kyrian Ojong represented by the Faculty Officer, Mrs. Immaculata Ntibi, welcomed the freshmen and urged them to take their academic pursuits seriously.

She advised them to remain focused by joining the right associations that would enhance their academic performance.

The Chairman of the Orientation Committee, Rev.Leonard Ojorgu encouraged the freshmen to pay attention to the teachings from the various speakers, emphasizing that it would help them succeed academically and morally.

The Guest of honor, Mr. Cletus Oke, presented a lecture on "Excellence in Learning and Character." 

He emphasized the responsibility of communicators to uphold the truth and implored the students to be of good character while acquiring knowledge.

 Mr. Oke also encouraged the students to embrace innovation, trends, and collaboration.

The event featured presentations from erudite lecturers from the department and a presentation of an award to the guest of honor.