St. Mary’s University (SMU) welcomed its new undergraduate students for the 2017 E.C. Academic Year with a comprehensive orientation program held on November 6 and 7, 2024 at the Mexico Campus. The sessions were designed to introduce the students to the university’s environment, resources, and expectations, ensuring a smooth transition into their academic journey.
The orientation began with a warm welcome by Ato Tedla Haile, the Executive Vice President of SMU, who briefed an overview of the university, its programs, and facilities. He emphasized the salient of abiding by the rules and regulations of the university to keep a conducive learning environment.
Misraku Molla (PhD), the Academic Vice President, made informative speech about the university’s expectations regarding the students’ academic performance and conduct. He encouraged them to engage actively in their studies and made them the beneficiaries of the opportunities provided by the university.
During the orientation sessions, representatives from various offices provided the newly admitted students with a comprehensive overview of the support services available to them. Among others, the registrar’s office detailed key administrative processes, including registration, attendance policies, the academic calendar, ID card distributions, class assignments, and the various techniques of support and communication.
Moreover, the ICT Unit enlightened the students about the internet services, network infrastructure, online responsibilities, and the learning management system. It ensured that they are well-equipped to navigate the digital aspects of their academic experiences.
The Student Service Support Office urged the students to take part in extracurricular activities to enrich their learning experiences. They were also informed about the resources available at the university, such as the libraries, ICT centers, guidance and counseling office, and clinic.
The orientation sessions were attended by the students, provided them with a clear insight into the university’s offerings and expectations. SMU is committed to supporting its students throughout their academic journey and ensuring that they would be successful in their experiences.
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