OAU to Host ISE 3.0: Improving Student Experience – Pathway to Sustainable University Advancement

OAU to Host ISE 3.0: Improving Student Experience – Pathway to Sustainable University Advancement

Ile-Ife, Nigeria – November 18, 2025 – The University Advancement Office at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, in collaboration with the Division of Student Affairs, is set to host the third edition of its flagship initiative, Improving Student Experience (ISE) 3.0, themed “Pathway to Sustainable University Advancement”.

This annual event series, which previously held successful editions (including ISE 2.0), aims to enhance student welfare, foster alumni engagement, promote research dissemination, and drive long-term institutional growth through stakeholder collaboration.

Key Highlights of ISE 3.0:

• Research Dissemination Workshop (Virtual)
  Date: Wednesday, 19th November 2025
  Time: 11:00 AM
  Platform: Zoom (Free attendance)
  Link: bit.ly/OAU-ISE-3
• Students’ Recruitment Challenge & Staff/Students’ Capacity Workshop (Physical)
  Date: Thursday, 20th November 2025
  Venue: Africa Centre of Excellence (ACE) in Software Engineering, Main Hall, OAU Ile-Ife
  Key activities: Interactive sessions on student recruitment challenges and capacity building for staff and students.

Distinguished Speakers and Panelists:

• Chief Host: Prof. Simeon Adebayo Bamire (Vice-Chancellor, OAU)
• Keynote Speaker: Mr. Razaq Ahmed, CFA (President, CFA Society Nigeria)
• Speaker: Dr. Seun Fakorede (Former Commissioner for Youths and Sports, Oyo State)
• Panelists: Mr. Isaac Ibikunle (Senior Associate, Olaniwun LP), Mrs. Toyin Lasaki (Head, Human Resources and Administration, Knight Frank)
• Host: Dr. Adeduntan Segun-Olasanmi (Ag. Director, University Advancement)
• Co-Host: Prof. Adeolu Odedire (Division of Student Affairs)

Attendance is completely free, but registration is required via bit.ly/OAU-ISE-3 or by scanning the QR code on the official flyer.

Partners for the event include EduBridge Academy, Campusman, Cowrywise, and others.

This edition builds on the success of previous ISE events, focusing on practical solutions to improve the overall student journey while ensuring sustainable funding and development for the university.

For more details, visit the official OAU website or register now at the provided link. Great Ife students, staff, alumni, and stakeholders are encouraged to participate!