Innovation: UB uses robe in matriculation ceremony for first time!

By Ikome Christie-Noella Eposi in Buea For the first time since its creation in the early 90s, freshmen of the University of Buea have worn robes during the ritual matriculation ceremony. This 32nd batch counting over 9,000 students in eight faculties, took the oath on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at the Herbert Nganjo-Endeley Amphitheatre. The event which was the first of its kind for more than three decades saw the freshmen dressed in their convocation robes, a move contrary to what the event has been known for with the freshmen dressed in suits. Vice Chancellor of Uinversity of Buea, Professor…