EKSCOTECH Holds 2025/2026 SIWES Orientation, Charges Students on Professionalism and Excellence.
Students of the Ekiti State College of Technology (EKSCOTECH), Ijero-Ekiti, have been charged to take full advantage of the Students' Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) as a platform for acquiring practical skills, professional values and industry experience that will prepare them for successful careers.
The Rector commended the Director of SIWES, Dr. Bosede Makanjuola, and her team for successfully putting the orientation programme together. He assured the students of a rewarding industrial attachment experience and encouraged them to pay rapt attention to every session, noting that the knowledge gained would serve as a guide throughout the exercise.
Earlier in her welcome address, the Director of SIWES, Dr. Bosede Makanjuola, warmly welcomed the Rector, Principal Officers, representatives of the Industrial Training Fund (ITF), Deans, Heads of Departments, Departmental Supervisors, members of staff and students to the orientation programme.
She explained that the orientation was organised to acquaint students with the objectives, expectations, rules and procedures of the Students' Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES). According to her, the scheme is designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and practical experience, thereby equipping students with the knowledge, skills and professional values required in their various fields of study.
Dr. Makanjuola encouraged all participating students to maximise the opportunity by remaining attentive throughout the programme, adding that the knowledge acquired would contribute significantly to their future careers. She also appreciated the Polytechnic Management, the Industrial Training Fund, guest speakers and everyone who contributed to the success of the programme.
The first orientation lecture focused on the introduction, history and objectives of the Students' Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the importance of the programme in preparing students for the world of work.
The second session centred on the technical aspects of SIWES, where participants were taken through the proper completion of SIWES documentation, including the SIWES Form, Form 8 and the Log Book. Students were also systematically guided on their responsibilities, the procedures involved in the exercise and the regulations governing the programme from commencement to completion.
The orientation featured two seminar presentations that comprehensively explained the activities of SIWES and the specific roles expected of students at every stage of the scheme. Participants also had the opportunity to ask questions, with facilitators providing detailed and practical responses to their enquiries.
Other Principal Officers in attendance included the Deputy Rector (Academics), Dr. Modupe Ogunrinde; the Deputy Rector (Administration), Mrs. Iyabo Oladapo; the Registrar, Mr. Sunday Emmanuel Ayodeji; and the Bursar, Mr. Olaniyi Dada.
The highlight of the programme was the interactive engagement between the facilitators and students, while the Registrar delivered the vote of thanks, appreciating the guest speakers, management and all participants for contributing to the success of the orientation programme.
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