In anticipation of its much anticipated 27th Convocation Ceremonies, which honour the achievements of its alumni, Lagos State University (LASU) is getting ready. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ibiyemi Ibilola Olatunji-Bello, mni, NPOM, has provided all graduates with important instructions and guidelines to ensure a seamless and successful ceremony.
Recommendations for Recent Graduates
- Payment for the Convocation Package: Visit the LASU Payment Portal and follow the on-site instructions to pay for your convocation package.
- Return of Academic Gown: In order to avoid penalties, return the academic gown as soon as possible after the ceremony or by Friday, June 7, 2024, at the latest. There is a N500 daily fine for late returns, and a N30,000 replacement cost for lost or damaged gowns.
- Getting Certificates: In the event that your academic gown has been returned, you can pick up your certificate right away following the ceremony.
- Protocol for Tassel Movement:
- First-degree graduates: Turn your cap tassel from right to left as the Vice-Chancellor says, “I admit you all.”
- Recipients of higher degrees: Throughout the ceremony, wear your tassel on the left side.
- Appropriate Clothes and Manners:
- To make sure your cap and hood are appropriately worn with the tassels on the right side, ask a faculty officer for guidance.
- Male graduates bow but leave their caps on, whereas female graduates are required to shake hands with the vice-chancellor with civility.
- Place and Time of Seating:
- By 8:30 a.m., parents, guardians, and visitors should take their seats.
- Graduates who wish to enter the auditorium must join the convocation procession by 9:00 a.m.
- There will be designated seating for each faculty graduate in the University Auditorium.
- Arrangement and Images:
- You will not be permitted to reenter after leaving the ceremony, so remain in your assigned seat the entire time.
- During the event, unapproved movements and photography are prohibited. Either finish these tasks prior to entering the auditorium or hold off until after the ceremony.
- Academic Procession Procedure:
- As the Academic Procession moves into and out of the venue, stand up.
- Make sure you are dressed suitably in the colors designated by your faculty.
- Verification:
- In order to make certificate collection easier, finish your clearance in your college, school, or faculty before convocation.
View the schedule of events for the 27th Convocation Ceremony at LASU.
Last Word of Congratulations
On this momentous occasion, the Vice-Chancellor offers her sincere congratulations to each and every graduate, as well as to their parents, guardians, stakeholders, and the entire university community. LASU is happy to celebrate this noteworthy accomplishment with you all because of your hard work.
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