Students at Ronik Polytechnic are being urged to think beyond certificates as the school ramps up efforts to blend classroom learning with real-world skills.
Speaking at the matriculation ceremony, the acting Rector, Abiodun Olafenwa, said the institution is focusing on innovation and industry partnerships to better prepare students for today’s fast-changing job market.
According to him, higher education is no longer just about lectures and exams, but about building systems where innovation, research, and industry needs intersect.
He noted that the goal is to produce graduates who can create jobs, not just search for them.
For students, this means gaining practical skills alongside theory — a shift that reflects what employers now demand in a competitive global workforce.
The Visitor to the institution, Chris Alabi, represented by the Vice Chairman of the Governing Council, Adeola Olubanjo, also charged students to stay focused and disciplined.
“You have to value your time, go beyond the classroom, have integrity and avoid distractions for you to achieve academic excellence,” he said.
He further advised the students to embrace wisdom in their academic and personal lives, stressing that it remains key to long-term success.
As schools like Ronik shift toward skill-driven learning, the message to students is simple: your degree may open the door, but your skills will determine how far you go.
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