Develop positive mindset, Chrisland VC urges matriculating students
The Vice Chancellor of Chrisland University, Abeokuta, Prof Chinedum Babalola, has urged the newly admitted 394 students of the institution to have a positive attitude and mindset to achieve academic excellence and make a success out of the rigorous academic challenge ahead.
Prof Babalola said that the university which took off in 2016 was unrepentantly committed to producing highly resourceful graduates and trailblazers who will help provide solutions to myriads of challenges plaguing the world.
The Vice-Chancellor disclosed this on Thursday during the 9th matriculation of the university for the 2023/2024 academic session
She said that many Nigerians today are sad and depressed because they have developed negative attitudes and mindsets, carrying on their heads the challenges of the prevailing harsh economy whereas this has rather compounded the problem
Prof Babalola while addressing the students said, “The training you will receive here in Chrisland is all-encompassing and has been carefully designed to help you be a trailblazer but you must have a positive attitude and mindset.
“You must always work on your mindset. Many people are sad and have gone into depression these days because they have decided to carry on their heads all that is happening with our economy. No, you must stand up to the challenges ahead and be determined to achieve excellence because all that you need to be the very best is here.”
Babalola warned the matriculating students against indulging in examination malpractices, drug abuse, cultism, or any act of hooliganism saying that the university has zero tolerance for all these vices and won’t bat an eyelid to show any erratic students the exit door.
She said that the university had obtained full NUC accreditation for all her 22 programmes while its nursing programme of 50 student quota has been increased to 150 among other feats achieved by the university.
The guest lecturer at the event, Dr Kate Isa, urged the matriculating students not to be disheartened by setbacks, saying they should use them as stepping stones for growth.
Dr Isa, the Founder of Katchey Company Limited, spoke on the topic “How to Win”.
Isa lectured the students on various ways to win and succeed in their academics.
She listed effective time management, getting a mentor, building a supportive network, and setting realistic academic goals as some of the measures to succeed academically.
“Winning is not about perfection, it’s about progress. Be kind to yourself, be persistent, and believe in your potential.
“What will success look like to you at the end of your journey here, You have to define that today. You have to embrace this journey, find your purpose, and evolve into the best version of yourself,” she said.
“At your age, you might feel the weight of expectations and the excitement of possibilities.
“Embrace both and remember life is not a sprint, it is a marathon. It is about consistent effort, learning from each step, and enjoying the process. Life is a journey filled with ups and downs,” she said.
Isa explained that there was no problem in seeking further education abroad but advised the students to always return and join in fixing the country.
“Go abroad, acquire knowledge, and come back to fix Nigeria. Do not japa,” she pleaded with the students.
