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  THE AWO TIMES Campus News | June 16, 2025 —   FINAL YEAR BRETHREN (FYB) WEEK COMMENCES WITH CORPORATE  DAY The atmosphere on Obafemi Awolowo University Campus was nothing short of electric this Monday morning, as the much-anticipated Final Year Brethren Week (popularly known as FYB Week) officially commenced, with Corporate Day. FYB Week is a significant and symbolic tradition organized for final-year students, serving as a week-long celebration of their academic journey. It is not just a celebration — it's a rite of passage. Final year students from across all faculties, were seen striding into lecture halls and open spaces in dazzling suits, tailored gowns and polished shoes, radiating class and confidence. Each day of FYB Week features a special dress code or activity designed to highlight different aspects of student identity, culture, and expression. Here's what the rest of the week looks like: Tuesday, 17th June  – Denim Day: A relaxed day of denim-on-denim f...

  THE AWO TIMES Campus News | June 14, 2025 --- GREAT IFE STUDENT UNION PRO RAISES THE BAR WITH 'TUG OF WORDS' DEBATE COMPETITION  The Great Ife Student Union Public Relations Officer in conjunction with The Obafemi Awolowo University Literary and Debating Society, on Saturday, 14th of June 2025, hosted an inter-institution tournament —TUG OF WORDS – A British Parliamentary Tournament.  Held at Oduduwa hall in Obafemi Awolowo University. The tournament featured four great institutions namely: University of Ibadan (UI), Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). The event commenced with an opening prayer, alongside a spirited recitation of the Nigerian National Anthem and Great Ife Anthem. Hereafter, the Public Relations Officer of the Great Ife Student Union, came on stage to give the opening remark. In his speech,  the Public Relations Officer, appreciated God for the ability to go this far and the hurdles he faced during his p...

 THE AWO TIMES Campus News | June 13, 2025 —  OAU STUDENT FINANCE CLUB HOSTS PITCH 5.0 CONFERENCE SPOTLIGHTING AI AND THE FUTURE OF AFRICAN FINANCE On the 13th of June, 2025, the student finance club at Obafemi Awolowo University , hosted its much anticipated conference – The Pitch 5.0 – INVEST, INCLUDE, INNOVATE – AI  & the future of African Finance: Unlocking Investment Potentials, Driving Inclusion & Empowering Growth. The conference took place at Oduduwa hall, on OAU campus, drawing aspiring entrepreneurs, industry mentors, and academic leaders to campus. Now in its fifth edition, the event has become a cornerstone for showcasing student startups, fostering creative business ideas, and building a thriving culture of innovation within the academic community. The event kicked off with an opening prayer, after which there was a melodious recitation of the Nigerian National Anthem and the OAU Anthem, setting a fitting tone for the event. Moving forward, the speake...

 THE AWO TIMES Campus News | June 12, 2025 —  OAU STUDENT FINANCE CLUB GEARS UP FOR "THE PITCH 5.0" WITH A CARCADE PUBLICITY  The student finance club at Obafemi Awolowo University is set to host its much anticipated summit, The pitch 5.0, tomorrow. The event which will be held at Oduduwa hall, promises to be a vibrant platform, to foster financial literacy among students. To build excitement and raise awareness, the club organized a carcade publicity around campus with music and enthusiastic club members. The aim is to rally students interest and encourage participation The pitch 5.0 is designed to inspire students from all faculties to engage with financial literacy. There will be a case study competition and also participants will have the chance to present their ideas and many more activities. With a line up of distinguished speakers, it promises to be a great event. All students are encouraged to get involved, this is a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded ...

  THE AWO TIMES Campus News | June 1, 2025 — OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY DENTAL STUDENTS ASSOCIATION HOSTS HEALTH STORYTELLERS SUMMIT TO ELEVATE AWARENESS THROUGH STORYTELLING  On May 31st, the Dental Students Association at Obafemi Awolowo University in collaboration with the office of the PRO of Great Ife Student Union, organized a Health StoryTellers Summit, themed; The Content Cure: Storytelling As A Tool For Elevating Health Awareness For A Healthier Tomorrow. The summit, held at ACE Hall, ICT on Obafemi Awolowo University Campus, drew a large attendance of students. It officially kicked off with a melodious recitation of both the Nigerian National Anthem and the OAU Anthem, setting a fitting tone for the event. Moving forward, the President of the faculty of Dentistry, Idris Adebayo delivered an opening address. He welcomed everyone and provided a brief introduction to the theme of the summit highlighting its significance to the faculty, especially with the presence of Dr...