Gregory University Celebrates 12th Matriculation Ceremony

On Saturday, 17th February 2024, Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State, reverberated with excitement and promise as it hosted its 12th Matriculation Ceremony. The event welcomed 304 scholars into its undergraduate program and 16 postgraduate scholars across its 13 colleges, marking a significant moment in the academic journey of these budding intellectuals.

In his address, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Augustine Uwakwe, reiterated the institution's unwavering commitment to excellence in character and learning. Prof. Uwakwe urged the newly admitted scholars to uphold the core values of the university while actively engaging in their academic pursuits and extracurricular activities. Emphasizing the importance of shunning vices such as cultism, gambling, drugs, and substance abuse, he underscored the pivotal role of discipline in shaping future leaders.

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Reflecting on the university's trajectory of growth and development, Prof. Uwakwe expressed openness to collaborative ventures, viewing them as catalysts for continued progress. "Gregory University Uturu is on a sustained trajectory of giant strides, and our current state remains a glimpse to the glorious future which we are building at this university, even as we remain open to symbiotic partnerships of any proportion," he affirmed.

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The Vice-Chancellor extended heartfelt gratitude to parents and guardians for their unwavering support in nurturing their children's academic ambitions. Their role, he emphasized, is instrumental in shaping the future of the scholars and the nation at large.

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Following the recitation of the matriculation pledge, the scholars were formally inducted into the Gregory University community, with a charge to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity and ethical conduct.

The ceremony, attended by principal officers of the university, esteemed faculty members, scholars, proud parents, and well-wishers, served as a testament to Gregory University's unwavering commitment to academic excellence and holistic development. As the institution continues to chart new frontiers in education, this milestone marks another step towards its overarching vision of nurturing transformative leaders and fostering societal change.