By Amaechi Agbo, Agbani

Prof Uche Boniface Ugwuanyi on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 assumed office as the substantive and 12th Dean, Faculty of Management Sciences, ESUT.

His assumption of duty followed the inauguration/handover ceremony held at the Dean’s Office.

During the handover, the former dean, Professor Chioma Oleka thanked the students, staff and board of the faculty for their support.
She enumerated her key achievements to, inter alia, include organisation of first international conference by the faculty, attracting ICT Building as well as welfare of the staff.

In his Inaugural Speech, the new Dean, Prof Ugwuanyi unveiled his his developmental plans for the faculty anchored on three agenda of academic excellence, infrastructural development and inclusive administration.

Prof Ugwuanyi who lauded his predecessor for her efforts in repositioning the faculty, said that his flagship project will be the building of a multimedia classroom for the faculty.

The former Director, Entrepreneurship Development Centre, EDC, ESUT, who is the 12th Dean of the faculty, reckoned that the faculty, with the support of staff and students and collaboration of the university management, the next two years will upgrade the faculty in academic excellence.

“My dearest and respectable Colleagues,
I stand here today humble, and grateful to the trust you bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors. I thank the distinguished past leaders of our great faculty for the services to our great institution, Enugu state and nation, as well as the generosity in cooperation towards this smooth transition.

“It is with profound gratitude and immense honour that I stand before you today as the 12th elected and returned Dean of the Faculty of Management Sciences, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, (ESUT).
May I happily and sincerely express my deepest appreciation for the overwhelming support and unanimous vote of confidence that you have bestowed upon me, allowing me the privilege to lead this prestigious and largest faculty of this great institution. Together, we will chart a course towards a future defined by excellence, innovation, and inclusive growth.

“As we embark on this journey together, my vision is rooted in a commitment to transformative leadership that prioritizes open transparency, accountability, and inclusive governance. I recognize the pivotal role that each and every one of you plays in shaping the future of our faculty, and I am dedicated to working collaboratively with all stakeholders to foster a culture of excellence and innovation.
Our collective focus will be on elevating the standards of research, teaching, and learning within the faculty. We will establish effective mechanisms to ensure the judicious utilization of resources, while also prioritizing the renewal and upgrading of our physical facilities to create a conducive environment for academic growth and development.

“I am deeply committed to enhancing the professional development and well-being of our staff members, with a particular emphasis on promoting quality assurance and eliminating negative tendencies that hinder progress. It is imperative that we cultivate a culture of respect, seniority, mentorship, and knowledge transfer among professionals, entrepreneurs, and students to foster a productive and supportive academic community.

“Furthermore, I recognize the significance of industry collaboration in enriching our academic programs and providing valuable opportunities for our students. By forging strong partnerships with industries, we can offer enhanced internship opportunities, collaborative research projects, and industry engagement initiatives that will enrich the learning experience and prepare our students for success in their chosen fields.

“In line with our commitment to academic excellence and technological advancement, I am thrilled to announce the initiation of a flagship project – the establishment of Multimedia Classroom that will revolutionize our teaching environment and equip our students with the skills needed to navigate the digital era competently. This state-of-the-art facility will incorporate modern technologies, audio-visual aids, and collaborative platforms to enhance interactive learning experiences and empower our students to thrive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape,” The Dean said.

He appreciated the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Aloysius-Michaels Okolie and his management team for their transformative leadership in the university stressing that their effervescent administration is yielding results across all units.

“In closing, may I specially extend my heartfelt appreciation to our dear Vice Chancellor; Prof. Michaels Okolie for his friendship, invaluable support, and visionary innovative derives. His determination to uphold the fundamental values set by our founding fathers at Esut, with a renewed focus on “technology for service,” serves as an inspiration to us all.

“Under his guidance, we are embarking on a journey to revitalize our institution, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of technological advancements while staying true to our core principles.

“Our dear Vice Chancellor Michaels-Okolie’s commitment to excellence and dedication to fostering a culture of innovation have laid the groundwork for a bright future for all of us at the institution. I am honored to have the opportunity to work alongside him and the entire ESUT community in bringing this vision to fruition. Together, we will continue to strive for academic excellence, societal impact, and technological advancement, guided by the principles of service and integrity.

“It is a privilege to lead our dear faculty during such a transformative period, and I look forward to collaborating with our distinguished Vice Chancellor, his management team, and all our esteemed dear colleagues to realize our shared goals and aspirations for our great faculty of Management Sciences and ESUT at large.”

New Dean Appoints Associate, Restores Electricity Clears Vicinity, Plans Landscaping

To match words with action, at a time other deans are struggling to settle down in office, Prof Uche Ugwuanyi had already set his administration in motion even before inauguration.

First and foremost was the appointment of an erudite scholar, Dr Aloysius Tochukwu Aduma, who represented him at the handover ceremony, as the Associate Dean of the faculty. The appointment made in August received massive support and commendations.

Also, the New Dean restored electricity in the faculty. Inline with his inaugural address to ensure optimal welfare of staff and students, he promised that all staff in the faculty and departments will have their electricity supply working effectively.

The Professor of Accounting is also poised to ensure landscaping of the faculty surroundings but even before that, he has already cleared the milieu.

ESUT Monitor gathered exclusively, that the faculty could also be fumigated before students return from their long vacation in October

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