IAUE 2024 Convocation Ceremony Dates Announced: Undergraduates & Postgraduates

IAUE 2024 Convocation Ceremony Dates Announced: Undergraduates & Postgraduates



Are you ready to mark a significant milestone at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), Rumuolumeni, Port-Harcourt, Rivers State? The university is all set to celebrate its Convocation Ceremony for 2024, with separate days dedicated to undergraduate and postgraduate students on April 26th and April 27th, respectively. Here's everything you need to know about this momentous occasion, from the recent gubernatorial approvals to the newly elected Senate members contributing to the institution's governance.




Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, is poised to hold its distinguished Convocation Ceremony for the year 2024. This significant announcement was made by the Acting Vice Chancellor and Chairman of Senate, Professor Okechuku Onuchuku, during a statutory Senate meeting on Wednesday, 28th February 2024, at the Postgraduate Hall of the esteemed institution.
Convocation 🎓 April 26 (Undergrads), April 27 (Postgrads)
Location 📍 IAUE, Rumuolumeni, Port-Harcourt
Approval ✅ By Governor Sir Siminalayi Joseph Fubara
Governing Council 🏛️ New Members Appointed
Senate Meeting 🗓️ February 28, 2024
Matriculation 📅 March 16, 2024
New Dean 👨‍🏫 Professor Kingsley Gbeke Kalagbor
Governing Council Election 🗳️ Four Senate Members Elected




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Convocation Schedule

The convocation ceremonies are meticulously scheduled over two consecutive days to accommodate both undergraduate and postgraduate students:Undergraduate Convocation: Friday, 26th April 2024
Postgraduate Convocation: Saturday, 27th April 2024

This arrangement ensures that all graduating students are given the spotlight to celebrate their academic achievements in a befitting manner.
Acknowledgements and Appointments

Professor Onuchuku extended heartfelt gratitude to the State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Joseph Fubara, GSSRS, for his unwavering support, particularly in reconstituting the Governing Council of the University with Chief (Barrister) Adokiye Amiesimaka, CON, DSSRS, as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman. This reconstitution reflects the Governor’s commitment to the advancement of higher education in the state.

The Senate meeting also saw the election of four esteemed Senate Members to the eleventh Governing Council of IAUE:Professor Isaac Ogundu, Head of Ndele Campus and Dean, Faculty of Vocational and Technical Education.
Professor Beatrice Awortu, Director, General Studies Unit, and Department of History and Diplomatic Studies.
Professor Ozioma Ekpete, Dean, Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences.
Professor Livinus Ogbonda, Dean, Faculty of Education.

These elections are pivotal in ensuring that the University’s governance is reflective of its academic diversity and excellence.

Matriculation for Fresh Students

In addition to the convocation dates, the Senate has also approved Saturday, 16th March 2024, as the matriculation date for new students. This event marks the formal induction of fresh students into the University community, setting the stage for their academic journey at IAUE.
A Celebratory Year Ahead

With these dates set, IAUE is gearing up for a year of celebration, marking not only the accomplishments of its graduating students but also welcoming new ones into its academic fold. The University extends its warmest invitation to the University Community and the general public to partake in these momentous events.

As IAUE continues to uphold its tradition of excellence, the upcoming convocation and matriculation ceremonies are anticipated to be landmark events in the University’s calendar, celebrating academic achievements and fostering a sense of pride and belonging among students and faculty alike.