KWASU Convocation Ceremony Details 2024
The Kwara State University (KWASU) convocation ceremony for the award of first and postgraduate degrees and the presentation of prizes is scheduled for Saturday, 14th December 2024.
This marks the 12th convocation ceremony and includes a variety of events leading up to the main day.
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Details of Convocation Activities
Day 1: Tuesday, 10th December 2024
- Vice Chancellor’s Press Briefing
Venue: Muhammadu Buhari Main Library, KWASU Campus, Malete
Time: 11:00 a.m. - Official Opening of Exhibition by University Units
Venue: Muhammadu Buhari Main Library, KWASU Campus, Malete
Time: Immediately after the press briefing - Football Match (Academic Staff vs Non-Teaching Staff)
Venue: University Stadium Complex, Malete
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Day 2: Thursday, 12th December 2024
- Convocation Lecture
Lecturer: Emeritus Professor Abubakar Sani Sambo, OON, FAS
Topic: The Optimum Utilisation of Nigeria’s Energy Resources for the Sustainable Growth and Development of the Nation
Venue: Mini Convocation Arena
Time: 11:00 a.m. - Convocation Play by the Department of Performing Arts and Film Studies
Title: Mojagbe by Ahmed Yerima
Venue: Ultra-Modern Performing Arts Building, KWASU Campus, Malete
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Day 3: Saturday, 14th December 2024
- Convocation Ceremony for Award of Degrees and Prizes
Venue: Ultra-Modern Performing Arts Building, KWASU Campus, Malete
Time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests are expected to be seated by 9:00 a.m.
Brief for Graduands
All prospective graduands for the 2023/2024 session must check their names on the KWASU website.
Each graduand is permitted to invite one guest.
Invitation cards and academic gowns will be issued starting Thursday, 12th December 2024, after the convocation lecture.
Convocation Charges
- Undergraduate Students: ₦35,000
Includes academic gown hire, certificate scroll, alumni fees, and certificate. - Postgraduate Students: ₦60,000
Includes similar provisions as undergraduate charges.
Certificate scrolls will be available after the convocation ceremony upon presenting proof of payment and a clearance certificate.
Additional Requirements for Graduands
Graduands must attend a rehearsal for the academic procession on Friday, 13th December 2024, at 2:30 p.m.
Attendance in the academic procession is compulsory, and graduands must wear the approved academic gown.
Formal dressing is required, which includes full English wear or national attire.
Graduands must arrive on campus by 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, 14th December 2024, for the procession, which begins at 8:00 a.m.
Late arrivals will not be permitted into the convocation arena.
Gown Return and Penalties
Hired gowns must be returned to Faculty Officers by Friday, 20th December 2024.
A fine of ₦500 per day will apply for gowns returned after this date.
Graduands should visit the KWASU website for further details on convocation payments and updates.