FATSSSA PRESS -- University of Ibadan, Nigeria

  By Janet Ebiniyi  As educational philosopher Nel Noddings advises, "When we neglect the ethics of care, we can end up making intelligent people who are not humane." Most schools these days are spending more dollars on activities such as coding class, robots, and high-technology tools. That's terrific, learning how to create and work with technology is a great thing. But along with the rise of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), arts, music, and school counselors are giving way. And here’s the thing: we are not just students; we're also humans, who feel, who have friends and who have issues.  Here comes social‑emotional learning (SEL). SEL has students learn about managing stress, talking about emotions, problem-solving with others, and being able to view matters from other people's standpoints. Research shows that students who learn SEL skills do better in school and life. As Harvard researcher Stephanie Jones explains, "Strong social‑emotion...

  By Ageh Success Chidera The renowned Nigerian comedian, Mummy Wa, took to the stage at the University of Ibadan's New Faculty Lecture Theatre (NFLT) on the 23rd of April 2025, as part of the "Rising Above Limitations, School Tour 2025". The event which was organized by the GLEAMS Foundation was attended by a number of students who experienced an afternoon filled with fun. The event was filled with various activities such as; a panel session, street and dance competition, and the distribution of gifts and cash prizes. Mummy Wa, known for her viral comedy skits, regaled the audience with her signature humor and wit, She also imparted valuable life lessons, encouraging students to remain focused and resilient in the face of challenges. "Your background shouldn't limit your future" she emphasized telling her own story of overcoming obstacles. The event was a vibrant celebration of creativity and included other notable guests, such as Tony Umez, Perliks, Hon...

  Peace Nkenta The UI'SU released a memo on Tuesday, 22nd of April 2025, stating that the set protest to be held on Wednesday, 23rd of April 2025 had been suspended. In the memo released, the executive members of the Students’ Union of the University of Ibadan (UI’SU) accorded gratitude to the university community for their patience during the prolonged Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) strike, which lasted over 120 days and had impacted clinical students germanely. Also, the Union highlighted its active engagement with stakeholders through consistent dialogue, press releases, and media demonstrations to salvage the situation. While commending the cooperation of the University of Ibadan Medical Students’ Association, University of Ibadan Association of Dental Students, and their representatives, the Union reiterated its commitment to advocating for all students’ interests. “We are equipped and well-positioned to advocate for the interests of all students...