A graduate of the University of Calabar, Cynthia Maduekwe. Photo: Emem Julius
A graduate of the University of Calabar, Cynthia Maduekwe, has attributed her academic success in completing her Bachelor of Engineering degree to resilience and discipline, which she said helped her overcome years of academic delays, setbacks and personal challenges.
Maduekwe, who graduated alongside the pioneer set of her department, recounted facing multiple disruptions during her time at UNICAL, including rewriting exams, changing departments, accreditation issues, the COVID-19 pandemic and repeated Academic Staff Union of Universities strikes.
Speaking to newsmen in Calabar, she described her graduation as a testament to perseverance, discipline and determination, and a source of encouragement for others navigating prolonged academic journeys.
She said, “My story reflects a journey of resilience, patience and purpose through years of academic delays, setbacks, strikes, depression, accidents and uncertainty at the University of Calabar.
