Kaduna State University (KASU) has officially announced its 2025/2026 matriculation ceremony, marking the formal induction of newly admitted undergraduate and postgraduate students into the university community.

The ceremony represents a major milestone for KASU as it welcomes a fresh generation of scholars under the leadership of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abdullahi Ibrahim Musa. More than a routine academic ritual, this year’s matriculation reflects the institution’s growing commitment to innovation, skills development, and future-focused education.

Matriculation Theme: Preparing Students for the Future

The theme for the 2025/2026 matriculation is “Marching to Excellence: Embracing Emerging Technologies, Upskilling/Reskilling.”

According to the university, the theme captures KASU’s vision of producing graduates who are not only academically sound but also equipped with relevant digital and technological skills needed in today’s fast-changing world.

Through this focus, the university aims to:

• Integrate emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, data analytics, and digital systems into teaching and learning
  
• Provide opportunities for upskilling, especially in digital literacy and innovation
  
• Support reskilling, particularly for postgraduate students adapting to evolving career demands
  

Matriculation Schedule and Venues

To accommodate students across its campuses, the university will hold the matriculation ceremony on two separate dates and locations, as coordinated by the Office of the Registrar, headed by Samira Balarabe, Esq.

Main Campus (Kaduna)

• Date: Monday, 9th February 2026
  
• Time: 10:00 a.m. prompt
  
• Venue: 1,000-Seat Auditorium, Main Campus, Kaduna
  

The Main Campus ceremony will host the University Senate, Governing Council members, academic staff, and matriculating students from various faculties, including Arts, Social Sciences, Sciences, and the College of Medicine.

Kafanchan Campus

• Date: Wednesday, 11th February 2026
  
• Time: 11:00 a.m. prompt
  
• Venue: 500-Seat Auditorium, Kafanchan Campus
  

This ceremony ensures that students of the Kafanchan Campus are fully represented and inducted in line with the university’s academic traditions.

Collection of Academic Gowns

The university has outlined clear guidelines for the collection of academic gowns to ensure a smooth matriculation process.

For Undergraduate Students:
Undergraduates are to collect their gowns through their respective faculties and colleges. This process allows faculty officers to confirm students’ registration status.

• Requirements: Original admission letter and evidence of payment of school fees for the 2025/2026 session
  
• Timeline: Gown collection typically begins 48–72 hours before the ceremony
  

For Postgraduate Students:
Postgraduate students will collect their gowns centrally.

• Location: Room 7, College of Postgraduate Studies, Main Campus, Kaduna
  

Importance of the Matriculation Oath

While the matriculation ceremony is often celebrated with photographs and family gatherings, its most important aspect is the signing of the matriculation register.

By taking the matriculation oath, students formally become bona fide members of Kaduna State University. The oath commits students to:

• Observe and respect university rules and regulations
  
• Reject cultism and all prohibited associations
  
• Uphold academic integrity and diligence in their studies
  

Students who fail to participate in the ceremony or sign the register risk losing their provisional admission, as their names may not appear on official academic records or JAMB documentation.

Expectations for Students and Guests

The university has called for proper conduct during the ceremonies:

• Students and guests are expected to arrive early and be seated well before the Vice-Chancellor’s procession
  
• Students should dress formally beneath their academic gowns
  
• Signing of the matriculation register remains the most critical activity of the day