FATSSSA PRESS -- University of Ibadan, Nigeria

  By Olatunbosun islamiyah   Attending college can be an exceptionally stressful time for many students. In addition to coping with academic pressures, some students must grapple with the challenging tasks of separating and individuating from their family of origin, while others may need to juggle numerous work and family responsibilities.     Within this context, it's crucial to acknowledge that many college students experience the onset of mental health and substance use problems for the first time or see an exacerbation of existing symptoms. Given the unique characteristics of college students, it's essential to outline critical considerations when working with this population. In this commentary, we will first explore the prevalence of psychiatric and substance use issues among college students and emphasize the significance of assessing the age of onset for current psychopathology.   Next, we will delve into the persistent nature of mental...

  By Otunla Oluwadarasimi   FATSSSA PRESS: Can you please introduce yourself?   Vice Presiden t: I’m Toluwaleke Owonifaari, Vice President of FATSSSA.   FATSSSA PRESS: Can you share a bit about your role as Vice President of the Faculty of the Social Sciences for those who do not know?   Vice President: Basically, the Vice President is the chairman of the Educational Development Committee that sees into providing coursework feedback and organising tutorials for traditionally difficult courses.   FATSSSA PRESS: What are your top three priorities as Vice President of FATSSSA?   Vice President:   1. Enhancing feedback: I, together with the executive council will implement efficient feedback mechanisms and promote communication between the faculty and FATSSSAITES.   2. Organising Effective Tutorials: Ensuring that tutorials for traditionally difficult courses are well-organised and beneficial for students. I, wi...

By Ibukun Keyamo The Faculty of the Social Sciences Students' Association House of Representatives, on Friday, inaugurated the new Public Relations Officer for the Association.   Miss Zainab Zakariyyah, a 300 level student of the Department of Geography, was on Friday, inaugurated as the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Faculty of The Social Sciences Students' Association (FATSSSA).   Recall that the only aspirant for the post of PRO in the last elections, Mr. Olumide Omotayo, withdrew his candidacy at the last minute necessitating the conduction of a bye-election this semester.   Miss Zakariyyah, who ran for the post after resigning from FATSSSA Press says she has always had a passion for publicity and she wants to take FATSSSA to the next level.   I joined the press at 100 level because I wanted to improve my writing and speaking skills, and learn better ways to interact with people." she shared, "I've achieved that and now I want something more c...

        By Glorious Olajire   On October 6, 2023, the Large Lecture Theatre of the Faculty of Social Sciences hosted dignitaries from within and outside the faculty to pay tribute to the late Emeritus Professor Michael Olanrewaju Filani.   Among the esteemed guests were Professor Idowu Olayinka, the former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor A. A. Aderinto, former Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic) of the University of Ibadan, Mrs. Ikotun, former Registrar, Professor Oke and Dr. Mrs. Oke, Professor Olusegun Ariola, former VC, Professor E.E. Nwokocha, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, and Professor A.B.O. Oyediran, among others. Notably, professors from various fields and universities, as well as the heads of departments of Psychology, Political Science, and Geography, joined the gathering.   The event was presided over by the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor K.O. Adebowale, who was represe...