The 黑料网 (AUN) inducted its 2025 first cohort into the university鈥檚 Honor Society during a formal ceremony held on campus Friday April 11th, 2025. The event recognized students for their exceptional academic performance, ethical conduct, and potential for leadership in their communities.
In his opening remarks, Israel Curtis Dike, President of the AUN Honor Society, welcomed the inductees and praised their dedication. 鈥淢embership in the Honor Society is not just an achievement, but a responsibility,鈥� he said.
Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Paul Vita, AUN provost, urged the students to go beyond titles and recognition. Speaking on the theme 鈥淟eadership, Character, and Scholarship in a Changing World,鈥� he said, 鈥淭rue membership is defined not by a sash, but by the problems you solve and the knowledge you share.鈥�
Also addressing the audience, Dr. Abubakar Sadiq Hussein, Dean of the School of Engineering, and AUNHS faculty Adviser reminded inductees of the significance of being the first set for the year. 鈥淵ou have a mission to promote value and excellence,鈥� he said. 鈥淭here is no excuse for falling short.鈥� He concluded.
The highlight of the ceremony was the official swearing-in of the inductees, led by AUN President Dr. DeWayne Frazier. In his address, he underscored the importance of character and community. 鈥淚t is not GPA alone that brought you here, but who you are. You are the best of the best, make your families proud,鈥� he said.
Each inductee received a certificate and sash as a symbol of their new role. A certificate of appreciation was also presented to Dr. Vita in recognition of his keynote address and academic leadership.
Reported by Blessing Moris, Pwagreno