Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), under the vigilant oversight of the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics), has recently announced its revised academic calendar for the 2023/2024 session. This detailed guide provides fresh and returning students with the essential dates and events they should anticipate.
First Semester 2023/2024 Highlights
Commencement and Orientation
Monday, 23rd October, 2023: All students, whether they are just joining FUOYE or returning for another year, should mark this date. The university resumes and commences online registration on this day. For returning students, lectures will kick off. Simultaneously, new students will undergo an orientation programme to familiarise themselves with the university’s culture and regulations.
Notable Dates and Events
- Monday, 30th October, 2023: Lectures for fresh students begin.
- Monday, 6th – Friday, 10th November, 2023: Late registration period for returning students ends.
- Thursday, 16th November, 2023: A significant occasion – the matriculation ceremony at the Oye Campus.
- Friday, 17th November, 2023: Another matriculation event but at the Ikole Campus.
- Friday, 15th December, 2023: All students will enjoy an end-of-year break.
- Monday, 15th January, 2023: The break is over! Lectures resume for everyone.
- Friday, 2nd February, 2024: Lectures for the first semester come to an end.
Examination and Break
- Monday, 24th February – Saturday, 2nd March, 2024: All students undertake their first semester examinations.
- Monday, 4th – Saturday, 29th March, 2024: The first semester break ensures students recharge before the next academic sprint.
Second Semester 2023/2024 Overview
Key Events
- Tuesday, 2nd April, 2024: The second semester begins, marking the resumption and start of registrations.
- Monday, 20th – Friday 24th May, 2024: A week dedicated to the students – the Students’ Union Week.
- Friday, 14th June, 2024: Lectures conclude for the semester.
Examination Period
- Monday, 17th – Friday, 21st June, 2024: A week set aside for revisions.
- Monday, 24th June – Saturday, 13th July, 2024: The pivotal second semester examinations.
- Monday, 15th – Saturday, 21st September, 2024: An end-of-session break wraps up the academic year.
A Few Things to Note
- Sporting Activities: All FUOYE students can indulge in sporting activities every Friday from 1 pm.
- Next Academic Session: The 2024/2025 academic session commences on Monday, 9th September, 2024.
By keeping abreast with the key dates in this academic calendar, students of Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) can plan their academic and personal lives efficiently. Always remember to check the official university website for any updates or changes.
