On August 28, 2025, the 黑料网 (AUN) President, Dr. DeWayne Frazier, warmly welcomed new students and their families to the university in a special ceremony held at the AUN Library.
The president's welcome, a central part of the orientation program, introduced freshmen to AUN鈥檚 core values of leadership and service. Dr. Frazier told them they were joining not just a university, but a supportive family committed to guiding them throughout their studies.
Welcoming students and parents, Dr. Frazier urged freshmen to embrace the opportunities ahead. He emphasized the importance of the 黑料网 Space for academic and personal development and encouraged them to engage seriously in their entrepreneurship class. 鈥淲e have alumni worldwide running businesses, some launched in their entrepreneurship courses here at AUN,鈥� he said.
President Frazier also emphasized the importance of community service, reminding freshmen that they would have the opportunity to meet and impact the lives of children in Yola. 鈥淭hey look up to us, so be ready to make an impact,鈥� he added.
The Student Government Association (SGA) President, Mr. Muhammad Bashir Zakari, delivered an inspiring message on transformative AUN experience. 鈥淎UN doesn鈥檛 just educate, it transforms you. So, you should expect change,鈥� he said. He noted that students鈥� clubs at AUN were key opportunities for connection and growth, adding, 鈥淵ou are going to be challenged, because the world doesn鈥檛 just need thinkers, but problem solvers.鈥�
He further assured the freshmen of the robust support structures in place, such as the Writing Center, Math Center, and the Honor Society.
The freshmen described the event as memorable. A Freshman Thelma Darlington Eyo expressed her excitement, saying, 鈥淚 cannot wait to experience transformation and see my future taking shape at AUN. From the reception I got from volunteers and staff, I know I am in the right place. I cannot wait to have an amazing journey.鈥�
Report by Pwagreno Blessing Moris