The Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomosho, has officially released the schedule for the Orientation Programme and Matriculation Ceremony for newly admitted students in the 2025/2026 academic session. These events are designed to guide freshers through academic and administrative procedures, help them integrate into university life, and formally welcome them into the LAUTECH community.

Orientation Programme Overview

Orientation is a crucial part of the university experience. At LAUTECH, the programme helps new students transition smoothly into higher education by:

• Introducing academic policies and campus culture
• Explaining student services and extracurricular opportunities
• Creating opportunities to meet faculty, senior students, and fellow freshers

For the 2025/2026 session, orientation will span two days:

• Day One: Monday, 12th January 2026
• Day Two: Tuesday, 13th January 2026

All sessions will hold at The Great Hall, LAUTECH, Ogbomosho, starting promptly at 9:00 a.m.

Objectives of the Orientation Programme

LAUTECH’s orientation aims to:

1. Familiarize students with the campus: Tours of lecture halls, laboratories, hostels, libraries, student centres, and administrative offices.
2. Explain academic policies: Course registration procedures, grading systems, examination rules, and academic integrity guidelines.
3. Introduce student support services: Counselling, medical facilities, ICT support, student welfare offices, and extracurricular clubs.
4. Foster a sense of community: Opportunities to meet faculty, heads of departments, senior students, and university administrators.
5. Guide personal and professional growth: Workshops on time management, career planning, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

Orientation Day One – January 12, 2026

The first day focuses on administrative procedures and campus familiarization, including:

• Welcome Address: Delivered by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Razaq Olatunde Rom Kalilu.
• Introduction to University Leadership: Meetings with the Registrar, Deans, and Directors.
• Campus Tour: Guided exploration of key facilities.
• Student Welfare Briefing: Overview of medical services, counselling, ICT, and security.
• Academic Guidance: Insights into course registration, departmental expectations, and academic resources.
• Interactive Q&A: Students can ask questions about university life and procedures.

Orientation Day Two – January 13, 2026

The second day emphasizes personal development, academic readiness, and student life, with activities such as:

• Workshops on Time Management and Study Skills: Effective learning, note-taking, and exam preparation.
• Leadership and Extracurricular Opportunities: Introduction to student unions, clubs, and societies.
• Professional Conduct and Ethics: Guidance on behaviour and expected standards for university students.
• Entrepreneurship and Career Development: Insights into internships, career planning, and entrepreneurial opportunities.
• Interactive Discussions: Engaging with faculty and senior students to balance academics, social life, and personal growth.

Note: Attendance is mandatory to ensure all freshers are fully informed and prepared for university life.

Matriculation Ceremony Overview

Following orientation, the Matriculation Ceremony formally admits students into LAUTECH’s academic community, marking a significant milestone in their educational journey.

• Date: Friday, 15th January 2026
• Time: 9:00 a.m.
• Venue: The Great Hall, LAUTECH, Ogbomosho

Purpose of the Matriculation Ceremony:

• Officially welcome new students into the university community
• Celebrate the achievement of gaining admission
• Introduce university culture, rules, and expectations
• Encourage academic excellence, discipline, and integrity

Expected Attendees:

• University leadership, including the Vice-Chancellor and senior officials
• Faculty members and academic staff
• Student representatives and unions
• Parents, guardians, and invited stakeholders
• Members of the public

Students are expected to wear the prescribed academic gown or formal attire.

Importance of Orientation and Matriculation

The combined exercises serve multiple purposes:

• Policy Compliance: Students learn essential rules and regulations.
• Academic Readiness: Understanding course registration, assessments, and lecture schedules.
• Community Building: Networking and social integration with peers and faculty.
• Resource Awareness: Introduction to libraries, laboratories, ICT centres, and student support services.
• Personal and Professional Development: Skills training in leadership, time management, and career planning.
• Ethics and Discipline: Promoting integrity, respect, and professionalism.

Conclusion

The 2025/2026 Orientation Programme and Matriculation Ceremony at LAUTECH provides fresh students with the guidance, skills, and support necessary for a successful university journey. Participation ensures a smooth transition into academic life, familiarization with resources, and early engagement with peers and faculty.

LAUTECH encourages all new students, parents, and stakeholders to actively support these programmes, laying the foundation for a productive, disciplined, and rewarding academic experience.