A university’s success is often measured by the quality of graduates it produces, but at Trinity University, the ambition goes beyond preparing students for jobs to raising ethical and innovative problem-solvers equipped to address real societal challenges.
The Vice-Chancellor of Trinity University, Prof. Clement Kolawole, reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to producing graduates who are innovative, ethical, and equipped to solve real societal challenges, rather than merely meeting employability standards.
Speaking at the university’s seventh Founder’s Day anniversary celebration, Kolawole said the school would continue to channel investments into modern teaching, groundbreaking research, robust infrastructure, and strategic industry partnerships to achieve that goal.
He stated that navigating an ever-changing global landscape requires graduates who go beyond employability to address practical problems in society.
The event, held under the theme, “Hitherto the Lord has helped us,” brought together management, staff, students, founding fathers, and guests to mark the institution’s academic expansion, infrastructure development, and achievements since its establishment.
The vice-chancellor highlighted the university’s steady growth since its establishment in 2019, noting increased student enrolment, strengthened faculty, and deeper collaborations with local industries and global partners.
A major highlight of the celebration was the announcement of Trinity University’s first home-grown professor, Prof. Modupeade Christianah Adetunji, a specialist in Food Microbiology and Mycotoxicology.
Kolawole said the elevation underscores the institution’s growing research capacity and academic maturity.
He charged members of the university community to remain united and uphold the institution’s core values of integrity, excellence, and service to humanity.
Chairman of the Governing Council, Samuel Olatunji, recalled the school’s humble beginnings, saying the university started with only seven students and moved from place to place before settling at its current location.
Today, he said, the institution has grown to over 2,000 students, while commending management and staff for their dedication to the founding vision.
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