June 2023

@TheRegentCollege The Official Newsletter of The Regent College Abuja Vol. 6, Issue 8 July, 2023.

Contents 0 4 Principal's Message 12 Students' Work Experience 0 6 Celebrating Success 1 6 Placement 0 8 Bravo Graduates! 1 8 Alumni Corner 10 2022/2023 Concludes 2 2 Good Memories



Principal's Message In college, “You don’t get what you wish for. You get what you work for”. Daniel Milstein College time is like a journey during “The best thing that can happen to any which you must carefully make entrepreneur is to start chasing their dreams as decisions that will impact the final early as possible. My advice is to start early as outcomes of your life. Every good and soon as that idea gets into your mind” (Olanubi. excellent outcome goes through a T). process of initiation, then refinement In agreement with Tiwalola Olanubi’s words which is usually tough on the person above, The Regent College emphasizes on undergoing it, before the final product is hard work, determination and perseverance. In achieved. your past year with us we have emphasised the following values to you; respect, responsibility, The youth of Nigeria are taking the resilience, hard work, truth, being role models, country places with their top-notch thoughtfulness, fairness, good leadership innovations and a good example is 34- qualities, entrepreneurship, thinking outside year-old Mr. Tiwalola Olanubi, the CEO the box, equity & justice, equality, national of DottsMediaHouse (DMH). DMH is a consciousness, dignity, virtue, decent moral communications firm mainly focused on codes, social skills, as well as the key skills you Public Relations, Digital Marketing, need for navigating the university and the branding, activations, as well as Tours world of work that lie ahead of you. and Management. They deliver results- The Regent College phase has been your oriented campaigns for clients across initiating stage. We believe you are well- Africa. equipped and able to spread your wings and soar to far-reaching heights. Well able to leap Tiwalola is a graduate of the University over all hurdles and conquer all battles to of Lagos, he started DMH while he was attain the golden fleece. in the tertiary institution. He became the We urge you to work wholeheartedly for the first Blackberry ambassador in Nigeria, sure success that is waiting for you and to live helping the smartphone brand increase good lives worthy of our ambassadors. We will its presence on campuses and growing be rooting for you and following your progress sales through brilliant ideas and and achievements with pride. Don’t forget to strategies. stay in touch with us through our alumni His company DMH currently leads in association and stop by to say hello whenever delivering tremendously impactful you visit your families. social media campaigns for reputable Congratulations on completing this phase. We brands like 9Mobile, Pepsi and Intel wish you the very best of university life and among many others. It is debatably the thereafter. foremost social media marketing Yours truly, company in Nigeria. Ebiai C.I (Mrs.) He is a passionate brand ambassador and a growing business entrepreneur in the media marketing space.

GRADUATION DRESS CODE Shorts Formal Wear Slippers/ Crocs Traditional Wear High Slits Dress Shoes Exposed Shoulders Knee length/ Long dresses Exposed Chest Full-length trousers Mini skirts/ dresses Sleeveless/ Tiny straps

Celebrating Success: The Regent College Excels Once Again in Cambridge International A- Levels Examinations! Dear Regent College Community, AIN, Sufiya Iqbal High Achievement Award, History As we eagerly anticipate the 2022/2023 Cambridge International A-Levels examination results, The Regent We extend our heartfelt College stands proud amidst a sea of achievements. congratulations to Ain Sufiya Iqbal who has contributed to our From the very beginning, our institution has college's success. consistently soared to new heights, and this year is no exception. We are thrilled to announce that yet another Ain's outstanding dedication and prestigious Cambridge award has been bestowed academic prowess have earned her upon us. a well-deserved accolade. It is with great joy and pride that we share the remarkable accomplishment of our Student Representative Council's (SRC) General Secretary, Ain Sufiya Iqbal, who has brought glory to our institution through her exceptional performance in the 2021/2022 Cambridge International Examination. This latest recognition adds to the impressive tally of accomplishments that The Regent College has achieved within a span of just five years. With eight awards already under our belt, we continue to strive for excellence, setting a benchmark for academic distinction. As the anticipation builds, mark your calendars for August 10th, 2023, at 06:00 BST/UTC+1 (6:00 am Nigeria Time) when the results will be released. Together, we forge ahead, guided by our commitment to providing a nurturing environment that fosters excellence and empowers our students to reach their full potential.



Bravo, Graduates! A YEAR OF GROWTH, ACHIEVEMENT, AND CHERISHED MEMORIES. BEST WISHES ON YOUR JOURNEY AHEAD! Every beginning has an end; we have \"Intelligence plus character- that is the finally come to the end of this journey goal of true education.” we started in September 2022. I am happy our paths crossed, and glad too As you progress to the university, that you were part of our learning remember who you are and know you community. Trust me, this session are greatly loved. We are rooting for you, would have been incomplete without do us proud of your future you. achievements and remain a worthy ambassador of The Regent College. We It has been one academic year filled hope to hear more of your great strides with academic rigour and excitement. as you continue to write your name in You have learned and unlearned and the sands of time. have become a better version of yourself. To have come this far is worth Congratulations! noting and I greatly commend your resilience. MRS PAULINE OJIAKO HOD, UFP The many lessons and core values that have been imbibed in you in the course of your stay at the College according to Martin Luther King Jr. is the true goal of education as he rightly noted that “the function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically.



RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY RESILIENCE 2022/2023·Concludes With one step, the journey of the 2022/2023 academic session began in September 2022. At that time, it looked like a long drawn-out battle against time, an almost improbable goal. In these last days of June 2023, however, that improbable goal has been attained! Our students have now completed their final exams, and 2022/2023 session concludes! Congratulations to the class of 2022/ 2023! Congratulations too for your astounding performances in the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT)! We are particularly pleased about how our Ontario partners have celebrated your OSSLT success, noting that you passed, and with quite high scores! This is a testament to your excellent skills as well as the excellent skills of your teachers! As the OSSD class of 2022/2023 prepare to leave us, we wish them unmatched success in the next step of their academic journey. Mr Timothy Hyua HOD, OSSD



STUDENTS BEGIN THEIR WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME

STEVE JOBS ONCE SAID “THE ONLY WAY TO DO GREAT WORK IS TO LOVE WHAT YOU DO.\" If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you’ll know when you find it.” The long awaited and ‘most talked about internship programme’ finally began on the 19th June, 2023 immediately after the students completed their final exams. This programme provides students with a great way to learn and expand their knowledge within an industry. We understand that it’s not always going to be easy- anything that is meant to teach you is going to require flexibility, growth, and stretching. It’s not always fun, but it is always beneficial. The beautiful news about this programme is that our students are making positive impacts in their respective organisations. We have been privileged to visit the students in the last few days to evaluate the impacts they are making and we are quite impressed by the quality of feedback from their respective industry based supervisors. The students too have shared their excitements about the experience they have gained in their respective places of internship. We wish them well.





PLACEMENT The Placement Office will ensure that the final results Also worthy of note is the tuition deposit. Most are sent on behalf of students to their university choices universities require a certain amount of tuition to but to guarantee a faster response the documents can be be deposited before receiving the Confirmation for sent individually, especially for schools with student Acceptance of Studies (CAS) letter. In addition, applicant portals. kindly ensure that the tuition balance and living costs are put in an account for 28 days before However, while we await the results, parents are to applying for the visa. ensure that the following steps are taken: Finally, UCAS clearing and extras are now open for First on the list is the tuberculosis test, which is those who may want to apply to a different compulsory for all students progressing to the UK. university. Kindly note that you must confirm the The International Organization for Migration (IOM) availability of the course with the new university is the only licensed organization for the test; its before proceeding. offices are in Abuja and Lagos. Please scan the QR Code below to book online before going to the venue. I am available for questions regarding the university and visa application processes. Furthermore, please confirm that the student’s preferred universities do not require IELTS by SCAN ME checking the conditions of the offer received or sending an enquiry email to the universities Folashade Aworinde regarding this. Although it is not compulsory, we [email protected] recommend that students take the Test as they have been taught in the College. Some universities will accept a minimum credit pass in O’Level’s English in place of the IELTS result, while others will insist on taking the test with a particular overall score.



ALUMNI CORNER ABDULLAHI SADA Moreover, what I learned at The Regent College continues to be the cornerstone of my university experience. The knowledge, skills, and values I acquired there have formed a solid foundation that has propelled me forward. The critical thinking abilities, problem-solving skills, and strong work ethic cultivated during my time at The Regent College have proven to be invaluable assets in navigating the challenges and complexities of university life. First Class, Civil Engineering As you venture into this exciting new Coventry University chapter, I encourage you to cherish the memories and friendships you have made Dear Graduating Class of 2023, at The Regent College. Remember the lessons learned and the growth achieved Congratulations on this momentous within those familiar walls. Your journey milestone! As you embark on the next may present obstacles, but armed with the chapter of your journey, I want to take resilience and determination fostered at a moment to express my heartfelt The Regent College, you are well-prepared appreciation for the incredible help to overcome them. and support I received from The Regent College during my time there. Once again, congratulations to the Their guidance was truly invaluable. remarkable Graduating Class of 2023. Carry the pride and support of The Regent From the dedicated teachers to the College community with you as you step supportive staff at The Regent into the boundless opportunities that lie College, I was fortunate to be ahead. May your future endeavours be filled surrounded by a community that with success, fulfilment, and the power to nurtured and guided me every step of make a positive impact in the world.\" the way. Their expertise and unwavering encouragement played a Warm regards, significant role in my successful Abdullahi Sada transition to university. I am forever grateful for the opportunities they provided and the confidence they instilled in me.



'23 It's been a great year!

Thanks for the Memories! Throughout our time together, we have laughed, learned, and overcome challenges as a united community. Your dedication, enthusiasm, and thirst for knowledge have been truly inspiring, and it has been a joy to witness your growth and development. From late-night study sessions to spirited classroom discussions, from the moments of triumph to the occasional setbacks, we have navigated this educational path together. In the following pages, you will find some of your favourite moments that we will look fondly upon. Congratulations, graduates! May your path be filled with endless possibilities and joyous moments.

UNBREAKABLE BONDS JUNE, 2023



EVENTS & ACTIVITIES