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RSU 40th Matriculation Ceremony Date & Gown Return Penalties 2021/2022

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Anthony Awa

Institutional Policy Specialist

May 10, 2022

The management of Rivers State University (RSU), Port Harcourt, has announced the schedule and gown collection rules for its 40th Matriculation Ceremony for newly admitted students of the 2021/2022 academic session.

RSU notice to freshers on 40th matriculation ceremony

Matriculation Ceremony Schedule

  • Date: Wednesday, 18th May 2022
  • Time: 9:00 am prompt
  • Venue: Convocation Arena, RSU

Requirements for Collecting Academic Gowns

Collection of academic gowns from respective Faculty Officers commences on Friday, 13th May 2022. Registered fresh students must present:

  • Evidence of payment of Acceptance Fee and other prescribed fees/charges
  • Two (2) current passport photographs
  • Online Admission Letter, residential address, and active phone number

Strict Gown Return Deadline and Penalties

  • Return Deadline: All matriculating students must return their academic gowns on or before Friday, 20th May 2022.
  • Daily Fine (First Week): Failure to return the gown by Friday, 20th May 2022 will attract a penalty of ₦2,000 per day for up to one week.
  • Portal Closure & ₦5,000 Re-opening Fee: If a student still fails to return the gown after one week, their RSU student portal account will be locked and will only be reopened upon payment of an additional ₦5,000.00 penalty fee.
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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Stephanie Essien

May 10, 2022

Can we return our matriculation gown on Thursday, May 19th, the day after the ceremony?

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Anthony from Mentra

May 10, 2022

Yes, Stephanie! Returning it on Thursday, 19th May or Friday morning, 20th May 2022 is the best way to avoid the ₦2,000 daily penalty and portal lock.

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