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LEARN TO BUILD COMPETENCIES
On Monday, 7th December 2020, the Vice-Chancellor, Engr. Professor Adeniyi Olayanju declared open the Students Work Experience Programme (SWEP) for the 200 level students of the College of Engineering, Landmark University, charging them to be conscious of building competencies through the programme being their initial exposure to field works as potential engineers.
While noting that competencies are built on four major components which include knowledge, skills, experience and attitude, the Vice-Chancellor described the SWEP as an avenue to acquire skills and also gain experience. He said that SWEP offers a platform to ‘Learn to build competencies, especially as engineering students who will become engineering graduates and later engineers. You cannot afford not to build competencies. With the huge benefits in view, the Vice-Chancellor said it becomes obligatory that the University organized this year’s edition despite the delay arising from COVID-19 lockdown. He, therefore, saluted the Dean of the College, Engr. Professor Christian Osueke, for his passion and tenacity to hold the SWEP.
In her remarks, the Registrar, Miss Fola Oyinloye, encouraged the students to make the most of the programme, noting that their attitude to the programme would have great implication on the validation of the certificates obtained for the programme in the nearest future.
While situating this year’s SWEP, the Dean of the College, Engr. Professor Osueke, said that it would be a week-long programme through which the students would undergo Project Management courses and hands-on training in partnership with the University’s Directorate of Physical Planning and Development. He recounted the impact of the SWEP in the University since its inception in 2012, saying that the College started with community service in the campus and the host community, Omu-Aran. He said the students engaged in cleaning of the environment and drainages as well as filling of potholes on the major road. In 2018, the students also developed a fish drying kiln towards the advancement of the agrarian vision of the University. He added that since last year, the College has incorporated into SWEP training on Project Management culminating in a building project which the University has put to good use. With this great impact in mind, he said it would be a great disservice to the students to have missed the experience. While cautioning the students against all forms of distractions and negligence during the programme, the Dean appreciated Management for their support in making the 2020 SWEP a reality.
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The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olayanju, charging the engineering students on building competencies during 2020 SWEP
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The Registrar, Miss Fola Oyinloye, encouraging the engineering students to make the most of the 2020 SWEP
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The Dean of Engineering, Professor Osueke, situating the 2020 SWEP
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Management and representatives of the engineering students at 2020 SWEP
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A cross section of engineering students participating in the 2020 SWEP
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NIGERIAN RED CROSS SEEKS COLLABORATION WITH LANDMARK UNIVERSITY
In a bid to expand its humanitarian reach and foster greater community engagement, the Nigerian Red Cross Society, Irepodun Local Government Chapter has expressed interest in establishing a collaboration with Landmark University on Wednesday 10th April 2024. The proposed partnership aims to establish a Red Cross detachment on the university campus, offering students, faculty, and staff an avenue to participate actively in humanitarian efforts.
Mr. James Ibiwoye, Chair of the Nigerian Red Cross in Irepodun Local Government, presented the organization's intentions during a meeting with the University management. He highlighted the existing involvement of university faculty and staff as members and officials of the Red Cross, emphasizing the need for a dedicated detachment on campus to further integrate the university community into the society's initiatives. Members of the Landmark University community in the society were Dr Bamidele Fakinle (Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering) the Secretary of the Society, and Dr Marion Adebiyi (Head of the Department of Computer Science) a member.
In response, the Vice-Chancellor of Landmark University expressed appreciation for the consideration of the university in the Red Cross's expansion plans. Drawing parallels between the vision and values of both organizations, particularly in the areas of volunteering and leadership, he underscored the significance of sacrifice as a core value shared by the university and the Red Cross.
Corroborating the Vice-Chancellor were the positive remarks by other members of the university's management present at the meeting, who voiced their support for the acceptance and operation of the Red Cross on the Landmark University campus. The proposed collaboration holds the promise of enhancing the university's commitment to community service and humanitarianism, providing valuable opportunities for students, faculty, and staff to contribute meaningfully to societal welfare.
As discussions progress between Landmark University and the Nigerian Red Cross Society, both parties are poised to embark on a partnership that exemplifies the spirit of collaboration and shared values. Together, they aim to create a platform for fostering a culture of service and selflessness within the university community, ultimately making a positive impact on the broader society.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kolawole Ajanaku welcoming the Nigerian Red Cross Team to Landmark University
The Chair, Nigerian Red Cross Irepodun Local Government, Mr. James Ibiwoye speaking about the organisation to the Landmark Univuersity Management team.
The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ajanaku presenting the University’s souvenir to the Red Cross Chair, Mr James Ibiwoye
The University management and the Red Cross team in a group photograph.
