Authorities at the William V.S. Tubman University (TU) in Harper, Maryland County, have admitted more than 700 freshman students into its academic programs.
This development marked a major milestone ahead of the institution’s 12th commencement convocation.
TU, by record, is the second state run university. The event is the fifth freshman induction ceremony. It was held over the weekend in Harper, Maryland County.
TU administration said, the newly admitted students will pursue studies in a wide range of disciplines that include general agriculture, engineering, public and environmental sciences, accounting, management and entrepreneurship.
This year’s induction was held under the theme: “The Rising.”
The freshman induction ceremony is an important tradition at TU. It officially welcomes new students into the TU community, and symbolizes the beginning of their academic journey, as well as their commitment to uphold the institution’s core values of discipline, integrity, and innovation.
TU President and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Olu Q. Menjay, delivered, commended the new students for choosing TU as the foundation of their academic and professional development.
“This is the first and largest freshman class in the history of this University. We thank you for choosing TU to pursue your undergraduate education,” Dr. Menjay told the incoming students.
He urged them to be agents of positive change, and to resist negative influences that seek to exploit young people for destructive purposes.
“Do not let anyone use your hands to destroy the country and your own future.
Think for yourself, be disciplined, and strive to stand out among your peers,” he cautioned.
Dr. Menjay also highlighted TU’s growing academic influence beyond the country.
He spoke of how several TU graduates are currently pursuing advanced degrees abroad; four in the United States; two in India, one in South Africa and two in China. He added: “Our goal is to ensure that TU students can compete internationally through hard work, discipline, and academic excellence.”
Menjay then cited the late Liberian educator Wilmot Blyden, noting that without proper training, and moral guidance, the energy of youth can be misdirected toward harm, instead of nation-building.
As part of the ceremony, the freshmen recited the official Freshman Oath, pledging to abide by the University’s rules and to uphold its academic and moral standards. “As students of TU, we agree to obey and abide by all rules governing the institution,” the incoming students affirmed in unison.
The induction ceremony concluded on an optimistic note, reflecting the spirit of the theme: “The Rising.”
Meanwhile, faculty, staff, and students celebrated TU’s continued progress and reaffirmed it mission to nurture a new generation of ethical, innovative, and globally competitive leaders dedicated to transforming Liberia’s future.
Source: previously published by Verity news.