The Vice-Chancellor, Tai Solarin Federal University of Education (TASFUED), Ijagun, Prof. Samuel Oladipo, has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to strengthening its relationship with the alumni body as part of efforts to accelerate the University’s growth and global competitiveness.
Prof. Oladipo reiterated the assurance during a courtesy visit by the Global President of the TASFUED Alumni Association, Mr Bolaji Julius Oladeji, and the Immediate Past President of the Association, Dr Abdullahi Abiodun Oyekanmi, at the Vice-Chancellor’s office.
The meeting, initiated by the Vice-Chancellor, focused on advancing the University’s development agenda and deepening collaboration between the institution’s management and the Alumni Association.
Speaking during the meeting, Prof. Oladipo described the Alumni Association as a critical stakeholder and an important reflection of the institution’s quality, values, and academic excellence.
He noted that Alumni remained one of the strongest indicators through which Universities are assessed globally, stressing that their contributions to institutional growth and development cannot be overemphasised.
The Alumni President, Mr Oladeji, reportedly briefed the Vice-Chancellor on the achievements of the Association, ongoing collaborative projects within the University community, and the outstanding contributions of TASFUED Alumni members making significant impacts in various fields across the world.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to maintaining cordial and productive ties with alumni, Prof. Oladipo assured the Association of his unwavering support, stating that the University would continue to foster meaningful partnerships, innovative ideas, and collaborative initiatives aimed at advancing the institution.
He emphasised that the University management remained committed to fostering an inclusive and progressive relationship with all Alumni bodies and stakeholders in line with its vision of building a stronger and forward-looking institution.
The Vice-Chancellor expressed optimism that sustained collaboration between the University and its alumni network would further position TASFUED as a globally competitive institution committed to excellence in teacher education and human capital development.
