The Vice Chancellor of the University of Cross River (UNICROSS), Professor David Abua, has warned new students that they will face disciplinary action for any anti-social behavior that tarnishes the university’s reputation.
He emphasized that students engaging in such behavior will be expelled.
The VC also cautioned freshers against joining groups that could hinder their potential, asserting that he will not allow the institution’s image to suffer.
This warning was issued during the university’s 23rd matriculation ceremony, held yesterday at the UNICROSS main campus in Calabar.
He specifically mentioned that freshers involved in activities such as cultism and exam malpractice could face serious consequences.
Abua urged the new students to create a study schedule to thoroughly prepare for their semester exams if they aspire to graduate successfully. “I encourage you to cultivate your hearts and minds and start working hard from the outset of the semester. The next four or five years will be a crucial period in your lives, so avoid any distractions that could derail your objectives.”
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He noted that the day marked a significant milestone, as they officially joined the University of Cross River State, which is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and character development.
“It’s a time to celebrate, but also an opportunity to contemplate the challenging journey ahead, one that will require hard work, determination, and focus,” he added.
The admission breakdown includes 40 students in Agriculture, 1,374 in Management Science, 886 in Biological Sciences, 157 in Architecture, 1,836 in Physical Sciences, 1,101 in Communication Technology, 1,204 in Engineering, 1,554 in Education, 820 in Basic Medical Sciences, and 302 in Environmental Sciences, totaling 9,284 students.
