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GREAT EXPECTATION AS LANDMARK SET TO FLAG OFF INTERNATIONAL VISITING VOLUNTEER SCHOLARS PROGRAMME
In line with its strategy to boost Landmark University’s international outlook, the University Management under the aegis of the International Office and Linkages (IOL) received mind-blowing volunteering support from the alumni base in a meeting held with some of the pathfinders in diaspora on Friday 31st March 2023. With great enthusiasm, the pathfinders who represent all the colleges of the University assured the management of their readiness to serve the university from the volunteer platform bringing to bear the role of the body in the advancement of the university.
Speaking on the International Visiting Volunteer Scholars (IVVS) programme, Vice-Chancellor Professor Charity Aremu noted that the volunteering programme becomes necessary to fill the gap of engagement of international faculty members by the University. According to her, leveraging the alumni has presented a bifocal advancement opportunity which includes engaging not only quality and requisite international faculty members but also providing a platform for the pathfinders to either launch or advance their academic careers. She, therefore, applauded the volunteers for their willingness to give back to their alma mater.
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor John Ojediran while also expressing confidence in their capacity to deliver quality service to the university as well as in their understanding of the Landmark University context, gave positive remarks on their academic performances and compliance with the royal laws as undergraduates. He further expressed confidence that they would be of great value to the University’s overarching vision quest.
The Registrar, Mr Olushola Oyinloye described the programme as in line with global best practices which if well maximized would further expand the frontiers of the university world-class status. He, therefore, joined the Vice-Chancellor in appreciating the volunteers and describing their actions as noble. He enjoined them to continue to be great ambassadors of the university.
The Deans of Colleges present at the meeting also expressed happiness over the development, especially as it heralds the hybridization of teaching techniques and enhancement of knowledge for the student population. They congratulated the pathfinders on their investement in advanced education which distinguished them for the academic opportunity.
The Director of Landmark University Centre for Research, Innovations and Discoveries (DLUCRID), Dr Oluwasogo Dada also signposted other areas of collaboration with the volunteers which include research, innovations, grants and patents amongst others.
The Coordinator of the International Office and Linkages (CIOL), Dr Akinyomade Owolabi a pathfinder himself noted that the volunteers are the best-graduating students of their various departments while ascertaining their engagement as great value addition to the University. He assured the management that the volunteer programme was positively received by the alumni and that many more volunteers would still join the train.
The Alumni President, Mr Henry Nweke-Love while emphasizing how important the role of their members is in the overall advancement of the University, he appreciated the management for giving the body the opportunity to plough back into the school crediting their post-university success to the education we received at Landmark University.
A screenshot of Landmark University team and the alumni volunteers during the meeting.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Charity Aremu while speaking to the pathfinders on the volunteering
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor J.O. Ojediran also giving his remarks at the meeting
The Registrar, Mr Olushola Oyinloye welcoming the pathfinders to the meeting
R-L: Dean of the College of Engineering, Professor Emmanuel Ajisegiri and the Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences, Dr Olayinka Alabi during the meeting
R-L: DLUCRID, Dr Oluwasogo Dada; CIOL, Dr Akinyomade Owolabi; and the Alumni President, Mr Henry Nweke-Love during the meeting.
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LANDMARK UNIVERSITYS LIFE APPLICABLE EDUCATION SYSTEM RECOGNIZED AS MAX AFRICA LAUNCHES INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
Landmark University's distinctive approach to education, centred on life-applicable and life-transforming learning, received validation this week when representatives from MAX Africa visited the institution to seek collaboration for their second internship program. The visit underscored the high regard organizations have for Landmark’s graduates, known for their competence and productivity in the workplace.
During the meeting, MAX Africa's Chief Technology Officer, Mr Olusegun Leigh, unveiled the company’s new internship initiative designed to empower young innovators and leaders in Africa’s mobility sector. Leigh expressed admiration for Landmark University’s alumni, who, he noted, have consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication, resilience, and leadership within MAX Africa. He introduced Mr Kefas El-Olam, a graduate of Landmark University who is the Senior Product Manager, MAX. "Our first point of call for this new phase is Landmark University, primarily because of the exceptional value delivered by Landmark graduates who joined us in the first phase of the internship programme. Their resilience, ability to drive results, and leadership qualities have made a lasting impression," Leigh said, emphasizing how these qualities align with MAX Africa’s mission to address broader industry challenges by cultivating skilled professionals across the continent.
Adding to this, MAX Africa’s Digital Strategist, Mr Adewunmi Oshilaja, highlighted the soft skills and professionalism of Landmark’s graduates. “Beyond technical expertise, Landmark graduates have displayed strong leadership qualities and high standards of professionalism,” he stated. "The core of our strategy is to build well-rounded leaders. As much as we want our interns to gain hands-on experience, we are also committed to equipping them with skills in business communication, team management, and workplace etiquette.”
The upcoming three-month internship program was further detailed by MAX Africa's Human Resource Manager, Mrs Bosede Otaigbe, who described it as a transformative opportunity for participants. She noted that interns would receive intensive training in both technical and interpersonal skills vital for industry success. “Interns will be assigned responsibilities similar to full-time employees and will be evaluated at the end of the program. Those who excel will be offered full-time positions,” she announced. To facilitate applications, MAX Africa has provided QR codes for interested students, who will undergo a thorough screening process to ensure that only the most qualified candidates are selected.
In response, the Vice-Chancellor of Landmark University expressed appreciation to MAX Africa for recognizing the university’s talents and choosing Landmark as a major recruitment partner. He attributed the leadership qualities displayed by students to the legacy of Chancellor Dr David Oyedepo and affirmed the university’s confidence in the students' readiness to embrace this opportunity. He also highlighted Landmark University’s recent recognition as Nigeria's second-best university in the Times Higher Education rankings, further showcasing the institution’s commitment to excellence.
The Registrar also conveyed gratitude to the MAX Africa team and assured them of Landmark University's full support in achieving the program’s goals. Other members of the university’s management expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, seeing it as a significant step towards advancing opportunities for students, the university, and Africa at large.
Others in attendance at the meeting were the Chaplain, Pastor Popoola; the Dean of Students, Dr Abimbola Oluyori; the Sub-Dean of Student Affairs, Mr Noah Olaibi; the Student Development Officer, Mr Daniel Emmanuel and the HRBP, Compensation & Benefits, and City Manager, Ilorin, MAX, Mrs Adebimpe Alabi.
Members of the Landmark University management and the Max Africa team in a group photograph after the meeting
R-L: The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole; the Registrar, Engr Adebayo Ajala; the Dean of Students, Dr Abimbola Oluyori; the Sub-Dean of Student Affairs, Mr Noah Olaibi during the meeting with Max Africa
MAX Africa's Chief Technology Officer, Mr Olusegun Leigh while speaking on the new internship programme
The Max team with the Landmark University Student Development Officer, Mr Daniel Emmanuel (L)
The Student Development Officer, Mr Daniel Emmanuel introducing Max Africa to the student community
Max Africa’s HR Manager, Mrs Bosede Otaigbe while speaking to the students of Landmark University on the internship programme
The Max Africa team interacting with Landmark University student community
Max Africa’s Senior Product Manager, Mr Kefas El-Olam while speaking to the students of Landmark University on his experience as a student of the University and during the internship programme
Registration point for Max Africa’s internship programme at Landmark University
