The Vice-Chancellor of Southern Delta University (SDU), Ozoro, Prof. Ijirhevwe Awhefeada, has reaffirmed that fostering a supportive and harmonious academic environment remains a top priority of his management team.
Prof. Awhefeada made the statement while speaking with journalists in his office after the executive members of the Students’ Union Government (SUG) paid him a surprise visit to celebrate his birthday.
Key Highlights
- Prof. Awhefeada said a supportive and harmonious academic environment remains a priority for SDU management.
- The SUG executive, led by President Comrade Oribelua Precious, visited the Vice-Chancellor to celebrate his birthday.
- The SUG commended the Vice-Chancellor for his leadership and support for students’ welfare.
- Awhefeada described the relationship between management and students as one built on mutual respect.
- The Vice-Chancellor said university administrators have a parental responsibility towards students.
- SUG executives pledged continued collaboration with the university management for the progress of the institution.
The visit, led by the SUG President, Comrade Oribelua Precious, featured a saxophonist who entertained the gathering with celebratory tunes and praise songs, followed by the presentation of birthday gifts to the Vice-Chancellor.
Explaining the reason for the visit, Precious said the SUG executive considered it important to appreciate Prof. Awhefeada for his leadership and continued support for students’ welfare.
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Awhefeada Commends Students for Gesture
Reacting to the visit, Prof. Awhefeada expressed appreciation to the student representatives for the gesture, describing it as a reflection of the strong bond and mutual respect between the university administration and the student body.
He noted that university administrators have a responsibility to provide guidance and support to students, likening the role to that of a parent.
According to him, maintaining a supportive and harmonious academic environment is central to the administration’s efforts to promote students’ welfare and the overall development of the university.
The Vice-Chancellor also encouraged continued cooperation between the university management and the students, stressing the importance of mutual understanding in achieving institutional progress.
The visit featured group photographs, light entertainment and a brief interactive session during which the SUG executives reaffirmed their commitment to working with the university management for the overall progress of Southern Delta University.
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