ABRAKA/Nigeria: The Delta State University, Abraka, has released the comprehensive schedule for its much-anticipated 16th Convocation Ceremony, set to honor the 2022/2023 graduands across various academic programs. The event promises a blend of solemnity, celebration, and academic excellence, spanning eight days of diverse activities.
In a statement made available to Ndokwa Reporters, and Signed: Mrs. R. U. Ufiofio Registrar & Secretary to Council, gave the details as follows:
Day 1: Friday, 19th April, 2024
The ceremony commences with Jumat Prayers dedicated to Muslim members of the DELSU community, setting a tone of spiritual reflection and inclusivity.
Day 2: Sunday, 21st April, 2024
The Convocation festivities continue with a Pre-Convocation Thanksgiving Service at St. Paul’s Catholic Chaplaincy, Site II, DELSU, Abraka. The service, scheduled for 8:30 am, serves as a moment of gratitude and reverence.
Day 3: Tuesday, 23rd April, 2024
- a) The Vice-Chancellor’s Press Conference at 10:00 am offers a platform for key announcements and insights from the university leadership.
- b) Following this, the Opening of Arts Exhibition at 1:00 pm showcases the creative prowess of DELSU’s students, adding a vibrant cultural dimension to the proceedings.
Day 4: Wednesday, 24th April, 2024
Alumni Day, starting at 11:00 am, provides an opportunity for former students to reconnect, reminisce, and reaffirm their commitment to the university’s legacy.
Day 5: Thursday, 25th April, 2024
The Convocation Drama, slated for 4:00 pm, promises captivating performances that blend entertainment with social commentary, showcasing the artistic talents nurtured within the DELSU community.
Day 6: Friday, 26th April, 2024
The Convocation Lecture, a highlight of the event, commences at 10:00 am, featuring esteemed speakers offering profound insights into relevant academic, societal, and global issues.
Day 7: Saturday, 27th April, 2024
- a) Commencing at 9:00 am, the Commissioning of Projects underscores DELSU’s commitment to infrastructural development and academic advancement.
- b) The pinnacle of the ceremony unfolds with the Award of Diplomas, First Degrees, Higher Degrees, and Prizes, alongside the Investiture of Professor Emeritus and Conferment of Honorary Degrees.
Day 8: Tuesday, 30th April, 2024
The Convocation festivities draw to a close with the Founders’ Day Thanksgiving Service at Our Saviour’s Chapel, Site II, DELSU, Abraka, starting at 9:00 am, honoring the institution’s rich heritage and visionary founders.
Graduands and attendees are reminded of various procedural aspects, including gown collection, payment details, and ceremony etiquette, outlined meticulously by the university administration.
The Vice-Chancellor extends heartfelt congratulations to all Graduands, Parents/Guardians, Stakeholders, and the entire University Community, underscoring the significance of this milestone in the academic journey of the Delta State University, Abraka.
Bellow is the Full Statement:
DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY ABRAKA, NIGERIA
DELSU 16TH CONVOCATION CEREMONY FOR THE
2022/2023 ACADEMIC SESSION
It is hereby announced for the information of all 2022/2023 graduands (Regular, Sandwich, SLT, Weekend, Part–time and Affiliates), their parents/guardians and the general public that the 16th Convocation Ceremony of the Delta State University, Abraka, for the Award of Diplomas, Admission into First Degrees, Award of Higher Degrees and Award of Prizes has been scheduled as follows:
1) Day 1: Friday, 19th April, 2024
Jumat Prayers for Muslim members of the DELSU Community.
2) Day 2: Sunday, 21st April, 2024
Pre-Convocation Thanksgiving Service at St. Paul’s Catholic Chaplaincy, Site II
DELSU, Abraka, – (8.30 am).
3) Day 3: Tuesday, 23rd April, 2024
(a) Vice-Chancellor’s Press Conference – (10.00 am).
(b) Opening of Arts Exhibition – (1.00 pm).
4) Day 4: Wednesday, 24th April, 2024
Alumni Day – (11.00 am).
5) Day 5: Thursday, 25th April, 2024
Convocation Drama – (4.00 pm)
6) Day 6: Friday, 26th April, 2024
Convocation Lecture – (10.00 am).
7) Day 7: Saturday, 27th April, 2024
- Commissioning of Projects – (9.00 am).
- Award of Diplomas, First Degrees, Higher Degrees and Prizes
- Investiture of Professor Emeritus
- Conferment of Honorary Degree
8) Day 8: Tuesday, 30th April, 2024
Founders’ Day Thanksgiving Service at Our Saviour’s Chapel, Site II,
DELSU, Abraka – (9.00 am).
GRADUANDS
Diploma and First Degree Graduands are to pay the sum of N5, 000 only for the hiring of the Academic gown, N10, 000 for Convocation Brochure, N13, 500 for Students’ Transcript and N10, 000 for the book The Story of DELSU @ 30.
MODE OF PAYMENT
Bank: Unity Bank
Account Name: DELSU Savings
Account Number: 0010447857
All graduands wishing to collect Academic outfit are to deposit the original copies of their Statement of Results (as applicable) and also show evidence of payment for hiring of the Academic gown in the Faculty Offices. These will be returned to the rightful owners on return of the Academic outfits in good condition not later than Friday, 3rd May, 2024. Failure to return an academic gown within the stipulated period attracts a penalty fee of N500 per day.
POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS
Postgraduate graduands (Doctorate and Master’s) are to collect their Academic gowns and other items after payment of prescribed fees from the Secretary of the Postgraduate School.
COLLECTION OF ACADEMIC GOWNS
Collection of Academic gowns and other items starts on Friday, 19th April, 2024 and ends on Friday, 26th April, 2024.
PURCHASE OF ACADEMIC GOWNS
Postgraduate graduands (Doctorate and Master’s) are required to pay the sum of N50, 000 and N40, 000 respectively, into the Account listed as number 1 below for the purchase of Academic gowns. They are also required to pay the sum of ten thousand naira (N10, 000) for the book The Story of DELSU@ 30 into the Account listed as number 2 below. Those who have already made the payments should please ignore this directive.
MODE OF PAYMENT
- Bank: Unity Bank
Account Name: DELSU Savings
Account Number: 0010447857
- Bank: Ecobank
Account Name: DELSU Portal
Account Number: 0742012566
All graduands should note that payment for the items above and purchase of Academic gowns by Postgraduate graduands (Doctorate and Master’s) are mandatory whether they are present at the Convocation Ceremony or not.
It is also important to add that Alumni of the University can obtain for themselves hard copies of the Convocation Brochure, Programme, Vice-Chancellors’ Speech etc, at the cost of ten thousand Naira (N10, 000) only. The designated Account for the payment of the N10, 000 is the University Account specified hereunder. Please contact us after making payment to enable us act accordingly.
Bank: Unity Bank
Account Name: DELSU Savings
Account Number: 0010447857
Parents/Guardians and invited guests are advised to be seated NOT LATER than 9:00am on the Convocation day.
Graduands should please take note of the following:
- Graduands are to join the Convocation Procession by 9:00am.
- Graduands in each Faculty are expected to be seated in the section provided for them in the Convocation Arena.
- Unauthorized movements and taking of photographs will not be allowed during the Convocation Ceremony. Graduands are therefore, advised to complete such activity before coming into the Convocation Arena or wait till after the Ceremony. This is to ensure orderliness during the Convocation Ceremony
- Graduands and invited guests under the canopy in the Arena are requested to be orderly, rise and be on their feet as the Academic Procession enters and leaves the Convocation Arena.
- Graduands should be properly robed and are also advised to conform to the colour prescribed for their Faculties.
- All graduands are required to immediately commence and complete the process of their clearance in their College/School/Faculty before the Convocation Ceremony in order to facilitate the collection of their Degree Certificates on the day of Convocation.
- Graduands are requested to provide active email addresses for the receipt of copies of their students’ transcripts.
The Vice-Chancellor congratulates all Graduands, Parents/Guardians, Stakeholders and the entire University Community on the occasion of the 16th Convocation Ceremony of the University.
Signed:
Mrs. R. U. Ufiofio
Registrar & Secretary to Council
