LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION (LASUED)

OTO/IJANIKIN WITH CAMPUS IN EPE, LAGOS STATE

Students' Handbook

2022

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 Table of Contents

Page

Foreword

Message from the Dean of Students

Visitor and Principal Officers of the University

Special Note

Pictures

Chapter One: Order of Precedence and Constituent Bodies and Authority of the
University

1.1 Objectives of the University

1.2 Vision and Mission Statement

1.3 Concept of the University Logo and Colours of the Colleges

Chapter Two: Authority of the University

2.1 Governing Council

2.2 The Senate

2.3 College Board

2.4 The Congregation

2.5 The Convocation

2.6 The University Administration

Chapter Three: Freshers’ Orientation Programme

Chapter Four: Academic Centres and Directorates

Chapter Five: Academic Procedure and Practices

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5.1 Introduction

5.2 Lecture Attendance

5.3 Registration, Adding and Deleting of Courses

5.4 Deferment of Academic Studies {Rules and Procedures}

Chapter Six: Regulations Guiding the Award of Bachelor Degree

6.1 Introduction

6.2 Courses and Course Units

6.3 Terminologies

6.4 Registration Procedures for Fresh and Returning Students

6’5 Student’s Load

6.6 Terminology in the Course Unit System

6.7 Examination Grading, Procedure and Result

6.8 Examinations

6.9 Grading System

6.10 Presentation of Result

6.11 Graduation Requirements

6.12 Degree Classification

6.13 Duration of Studies

6.14 Approved Procedure for the Re-assessment of Examination Script

Chapter Seven: Unionism

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Executive Council

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7.3 Pre-requisite for Qualification into the Union Offices

7.4 Student’s Clubs and Associations

7.5 Cultism/Unregistered Organisations

7.6 Use of University Facilities

7.8 Students’ Organisation

7.9 Registration of Organisation, Club, Society and Association

7.10 Students’ Excursion and Field trip

7.11 Students’ Publication and Publicity

7.12 Alumni Association

7.13 Operation, Management and Maintenance of Students’ Arcade Building

Chapter Eight: Students’ Welfare and Related Matters

8’1 Counseling and Career Unit

8.2 Students’ Personal Data Form

8.3 Hall Master/Warding

8.4 Students’ Work Programme/NYSC iii

8.5 Students’ Identification

8.6 Students’ Passage

8.7 Scholarship and Bursary

8.8 Students’ Welfare

8.9 Academic Roles

8.10 Work Aid

8.11 Ready Set Work Project

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Chapter Nine: LASUED Code of Conduct for Students

9.1 Introduction

9.2 Ease of Students Identification

9.3 Misconduct and Sanctions

9.4 Composition of Students’ Disciplinary Committee

9.5 Students’ Discipline-Enforcement Machinery

Chapter Ten: Organs of Sports Development and Recreation

10.1 Composition of Sports Management Committee for Students

10.2 Terms of Reference of the Committee

Chapter Eleven: Bursary Roles and Functions

11.1 Introduction

11.2 Bursary Department

11.3 Functions of the Bursary Department

11.4 Hiring of Academic Gown

11.5 Sponsored Students

11.6 Mode of Payment of School Fees

11.7 Refund

Chapter Twelve: University Library

12.1 Introduction

12.2 Operating Hours

12.3 Admission to the Library

12.4 Loan of Books

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12.5 Reserved Book Collection

12.6 Return of Library Materials

12.7 Lost Materials

12.8 Payment Default

12.9 Reference Services

12.10 E-library

12.12 Serial Department

12.13 Library Rules and Regulations

Chapter Thirteen: Health Centre

13.1 Introduction

13.2 Registration by Students

13.3 Instruction to follow on the use of Health Centre

FOREWORD
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 To be supplied by the Vice Chancellor

MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN OF STUDENTS

Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) is a unique, historic and specialized

Teacher Institution. It is historic being a merger of two erstwhile Colleges of Education,
Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education (AOCOED) and the Michael Otedola
College of Primary Education (MOCPED) owned by the Lagos State Government. This
institution is established to produce experts in the field of teacher education and
professional development through adequate training, characterized by the acquisition of
practical knowledge and pedagogical skills required to survive and progress particularly
in the education industry and other sectors of the economy in general.

Permit me to congratulate you all for being counted worthy, successful and privileged
to study in this great university. As you therefore pursue your different academic career,
you must have a dream of purpose and hope. A conducive learning environment is
being provided to enable you achieve your desired goals. Also, it is an opportunity to
adjust to new life style on campus by being law abiding and ready to explore the
maximum opportunity provided in this university.

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It is worthy to note that the Dean serves as an advocate for student needs, protect their
interests, and as well offers students a platform through which they can channel their
complaints and bring such to the notice of the University authority or other concerned
stakeholders. Further information is provided in this student handbook which serves as
a guide to create more awareness on academic policies, student engagement, support
services, student discipline, career services, recreational facilities, student rights and
responsibilities, rules and regulations governing students of the Lagos State University
of Education.

The learning environment is improving and can bring out the best in our students to
enable them to compete globally with their peers. We are putting in place concerted
efforts, from time to time, to ensure that our students are developed both academically
and socially. As a result of this, the establishment of various social, academic,
professional and indigenous state associations will be encouraged and legalized on
campus to serve as rallying points for robust interactions among students and other
stakeholders for peace and tranquility in the University.

These associations will also be allowed to further improve the image and integrity of
our prestigious University. As you are offered admission and taken the matriculation
oath, you are responsible for your interaction with all the segments of the University
and host communities with full compliance with the rules and regulations contained in
this student handbook.

It is your sole responsibility to acquaint yourselves with the rules and regulations of the
University. You should however consult the Students’ Affairs Division if you cannot
find information on a particular issue in this book. Ignorance is no excuse. Note
however that this handbook is subject to periodic review by the University Authority.

I encourage you to be studious and disciplined at all times. I pray that you will realize
all your dreams.

Thank you

Dr. Dawodu, R.A

Dean, Student Affairs

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 VISITOR & PRINCIPAL OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY

His Excellency, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu

Governor of Lagos State & Visitor,
Lagos State University of Education

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Chancellor

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Pro-Chancellor & Chairman of the Governing Council, Alhaja Sekinat Yusuf

The Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Bilikis Bidemi Lafiaji-Okuneye

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 Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Associate Professor Nosiru
Olajide Onibon

Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration )

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Ag. Registrar & Secretary to the Governing Council, Mrs Abiodun Omorinola
George

Ag. Bursar, Mrs. Celina Bamiro Oriolowo

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Acting University Librarian, Dr. Abayomi Imam

DEANS

(To be provided)

Chapter One

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Order of Precedence, Constituents Bodies and Authorities of the University.

1.1 Order of Precedence

i. The Chancellor shall take precedence over all other members of the University
and when present shall preside at all meetings of Convocation held for the
purpose of conferring Degrees, Diplomas, Certificates and other distinctions.
ii. Next is the Pro-chancellor/Chairman of Council who shall take precedence over
all members of the University, except the Chancellor or Vice-Chancellor,
when acting as Chairman of Convocation.

1.2 Constituent Bodies and Authorities of the University

(1) The University shall consist of the following:

(a) Chancellor;
(b) Pro-Chancellor and a Council;
(c) Vice-Chancellor and a Senate;
(d) the Congregation;
(e) the Convocation;
(f) the Campuses and Centres of the University;
(g) the Colleges, Institutes and other teaching and research units of the
University;
(h) the persons holding the offices constituted in the First Schedule to this Law,
except those mentioned in paragraghs (a) to (c) of this subsections
(i) all graduates and undergraduates of the University; and
(j) all other persons who are members of the University in accordance with
provisions made by statute in that behalf.

(2) The First Schedule to this Law shall have effect with respect to the Principal
Officers of the University mentioned in section (1) of this chapter.

1.3 Objectives of the University

The objectives of the University shall be to-

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(a) provide courses of instruction, training and other related studies as may be
prescribed towards the award of degrees, non-degrees, diploma and
certificates;

(b) provide special training courses in educational or related subjects, for such
persons as may be prescribed, taking into account at all times the
requirement of the NUC as applicable;

(c) conduct research with particular reference to research in the field of

educational development and other related studies; and

(d ) form an apex of the educational system of the State with facilities for
learning and to give instruction and training in such branches of Education
as the University shall desire to enable students obtain the advantage of
liberal education;

(e) promote research and other means of knowledge and practical application
to Educational, Social, Cultural, Economic, Environmental, Scientific,
Technological and Ecological problems;

(f) provide services that have practical applications in all facets of the
Educational System, Government and all areas of Human Development;

(g) be a University with high moral values;

(h) provide high level manpower with the capacity for self-employment and
entrepreneurship;

(i) produce an adequate supply of qualitative graduate teachers and other

education professionals for all levels of education and training institutions;

(j) encourage the advancement of learning and provide opportunity for

acquiring higher and liberal education;

(k) act as a vehicle of development in general and in particular as an

instrument that will effectively stimulate the educational development of
the State through continuing education, applied research, technical
assistance, consultancy services, direct consultation, informational

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 services, internship programme and student industrial work experience
scheme;

(l) provide innovative educational programmes of high standard in disciplines

which are relevant to Lagos State in particular and National Development
in general;

(m) provide access for citizens of the State to higher education regardless of
social status or income;

(n) meet the specific manpower needs of the State;

(o) serve as a creative custodian, promoter and propagator of the State’s social
and cultural heritage and other resources;

(p) undertake undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Education and related

disciplines in such areas as Humanities, Sciences, Information and
Technology, Social and Management Sciences, Special and Professional
Education, Vocational and Technology Education and any other relevant
aspect of study in Education established under this Law;
(q) undertake other activities appropriate for a University of the
highest standard.

Vision and Mission Statements

Vision Statement:

To be a great and dynamic University focused on the attainment of Excellence in

producing exemplary education and other related professionals who are not only
competent in their discipline, but also critical thinkers and information technology
compliant, capable of playing key roles in the laying of solid foundation for life long
teaching, learning and provision of specialized services across all sectors of the
economy with particular reference to educational industries and management of
educational system.

Mission Statement

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To produce outstanding globally acceptable education and related disciplines
professionals, using innovative and creative approach through relevant actions,
research and most sophisticated technology, with high moral standards and values that
enhance their potentials to develop and transform the education industry in particular
and the larger society, in general.

Concept Note of the University Logo and Colours of Colleges

The deep tone of blue (royal blue) stands for strength while the light blue stands for
peace and also represents a land surrounded by water that is good for farming.

The open golden book represents the flow and development of knowledge and
professional excellence of the University

Image of the tilapia fish represents the aquatic splendor of Lagos State where fishing is
predominant and the fishes represent harmony among the five Divisions of Lagos State.

The red ribbon is the celebration of the motto of the University.

Golden yellow sunlight indicates light which is synonymous with knowledge and also
refers to the warm climatic condition of the State.

The two palms represent the fruitfulness of Lagos State as the leading, stable and most
enduring economic hub of the country.

Motto

Knowledge and Professional Excellence

Colours of the University:

The Colours for the University as a whole are:

Green, Golden Yellow, Royal Blue and Red.

Green represents vegetation and the serene and peaceful environment of the University
that is devoid of environmental pollution. It also represents the agricultural potentials of
the location.

Golden Yellow represents prosperity, the proprietary State being the economic capital
of the Nation.
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Royal Blue represents the aquatic splendour of the environment of the State.

Red represents strength and vigour of the learners.

Colleges and their Colours:

The colours for the Colleges are as follows:

College of Humanities Education (COHED) - Purple

College of Science Education (COSED) - Red

College of Information and Technology Education (COITED) - Blue

College of Vocational and Entrepreneurship Education (COVED) - Green

College of Management and Social Sciences Education (COMSSED) - Yellow

College of Specialized and Professional Education (COSPED) - Orange

College of Language and Communication Arts Education (COLCAED) – Pink

Colleges, Departments and Programmes:

The University shall operate a Collegiate system to run all its academic programmes.

These Colleges will include following, indicating the campuses they are domiciled:

a. College of Humanities Education (COHED) (AOC)

i. History and Diplomatic Studies (B. A. Ed., B. A.)
ii. Religious and Peace Studies
a. Christian Religious Studies (B.Ed,, B.A.)
b. Islamic Studies (B.Ed,, B.A.)
c. Peace and Security Studies (B. A.)

iii. Creative and Entertainment Arts Education

a. Fine Arts (B.Ed., B.A.)
b. Theartre and Performing Arts (B. A.)
c. Music (B.Ed., B.A.)
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b. College of Science Education (COSED) (AOC)
i. Biology Education
a. Biology (B. Sc.Ed., B. Sc.)
ii. Chemistry Education
a. Chemistry (B. Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)
iii. Physics Education
a. Physics (B. Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)
iv. Mathematics Education
a. Mathematics (B. Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)
b. Statistics (B. Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)
v. Integrated Science Education
a. Integrated Science (B. Sc. Ed)
vi. Human Kinetics and Health Education
a. Human Kinetics (B. Sc. Ed.)
b. Health Education (B. Sc. Ed.)
c. College of Information and Technology Education (COITED) (AOC)
i. Computer Science Education
a. Computer Science (B. Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)
ii. Educational Technology (B.Sc. Ed)
iii. Technology Education
a. Mechatronics Education (B. Sc. Ed,)
b. Woodwork Education (B. Sc. Ed,)
c. Electrical Technology Education (B. Sc. Ed,)
iv. Library and Information Science (BLIS)
d. College of Vocational and Entrepreneurship Education (COVED) (MOC)
i. Agric Science Education
a. Agric. Science (B. Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)
ii. Home Economics Education
a. Home Economics (B. Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)
b. Hospitality and Tourism Management (B. Sc.)
c. Hotel Management (B. Sc.)
iii. Business Education

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 a. Business Education (B. Sc. Ed,)

- Accounting

- Secretarial

- Marketing

- Entrepreneurship

vi. Accounting Education

a. Accounting (B. Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)
e. College of Management and Social Sciences Education (COMSSED) (MOC)
i. Economics Education
a. Economics (B. Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)
ii. Educational Management
a. Educational Management (B. Sc. Ed)

iii. Pol. Sc. Education

a. Pol. Science (B. Sc. Ed,, B.Sc.)
b. Personnel Management (B. Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)

c. Pub Admin. (B. Sc.)

d. Local Govt. Admin. (B.Sc.)

iv. Geographical and Environmental Education

a. Geography (B. Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)
b. Urban and Regional Planning (B.Sc)
c. Environmental Studies (B.Sc)
d. Transport Management (B.Sc. Ed., B.Sc.)

v. Sociological Studies Education

a. Social Studies (B.Sc. Ed.)
b. Civics and Citizenship (B.Sc. Ed)
c. Social Work (B.Sc.)

f. College of Specialised and Professional Education (COSPED) (MOC)

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 i. Early Childhood Care and Education (B. Ed)

ii. Primary Education Studies (B. Ed)

iii. Counselling Psychology (B. Ed)

iv. Special Education B. Ed)

v. Adult Education (B. Ed.)

g. College of Language and Communication Arts Education (COLCAED)
(MOC)
a. Foreign Languages Education
b. English (B. A. Ed., B. A.)
c. French (B. A. Ed., B. A.)
d. Arabic (B. A. Ed., B. A.)
ii. Nigerian Languages Education

a. Yoruba (B. A. Ed., B. A.)

b. Igbo (B. A. Ed., B. A.)
c. Hausa (B. A. Ed., B. A.)

iii Communication Arts Education

a. Communication Arts. (B. A. Ed., B. A.)

Chapter Two

Authorities of the University

2.1 Governing Council:

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The Governing Council is the governing body responsible for the formulation of
policies for the Administration of the University and general superintendence over the
affairs of the University. Law No ------ 2022 which formally established LASUED
provides for a Pro Chancellor/Chairman of the Governing Council whose membership
are spelt out in the Statute.

2.2 The University Senate:

The Senate is responsible for the academic affairs of the University. Membership
consists of the Vice Chancellor, Deputy Vice Chancellor(s), Deans of Colleges,
Professors, University Librarian and all Heads of Department. The Congregation is also
represented on the Senate. The Registrar is the Secretary to the Senate.

2.3 College Boards:

There are seven Colleges and each of them shall have its own board comprising of the
Dean, H.O.Ds, all Professors in the College and College Officer as Secretary.

2.4 The Congregation:

The Congregation consists of all members of the academic staff and all members of the
administrative, professional and technical staff holding degrees of recognised
Universities in and outside Nigeria

2.5 The Convocation

This is the gathering of the University for the purpose of award of degrees, honours,
prizes, etc. and conferment of fellowships.

2.6 The University Administration

a. Office of the Vice Chancellor: The Vice Chancellor, as the Chief Executive,
oversees the academic affairs and the administration of the University.

b. Students' Affairs Division: The Division cares for the welfare of the students. Apart
from handling issues of orientation of fresh student, the duties which is headed by the
Dean of students has counseling, welfare/scholarship, National Youth Service Corps
(NYSC) and students' union units under its charge. It also oversees the Alumni Office.
Every College has a representative whom students may first consult on issues relating to
their academics or personal welfare before contacting the appropriate channel through
the Students‘ Affairs Division.

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c. Directorate of Internal Audit is responsible for the control of all University
expenditure and reports directly to the Vice Chancellor.

d. Works and Services, headed by a Director of Works and Services, is responsible for
the orderly physical development of the entire University space.

e. Office of the Registrar. The Registry deals with all administrative matters and is
headed by the Registrar who is the Chief Administrative Officer of the University. The
Registrar assists the Vice-Chancellor in the day-to-day administration of the University.
For ease of administration, the Registry is divided into the following divisions:

✔ Academic Affairs Division

✔ Governing Council Affairs Division
✔ Human Resources Management (Academic)
✔ Human Resources Management (NT)
✔ Human Resources Management Junior
✔ Training and Staff Development Division
✔ Senate Affairs Division
✔ Staff Welfare Division
✔ Pensions Administration Division

Office of the Bursar:

The Bursary Department performs the Financial and Accounting functions of the University. The
Department has the function of maintaining financial records, rendering financial services and managing the
financial resources of the University through efficient application of accounting principles, procedures,
conventions and standards. The Department is headed by the University Bursar, who is the Chief financial Officer
and is responsible to the Vice Chancellor for the day-to-day administration, control and supervision of the
financial matters of the University. The Bursary Department consists of the following Units:
 Budget and planning
 Salaries and Advances
 Final account
 Pension
 Students accounts
 IGR
 Central store
 Payments

Chapter Three

Fresher’s Orientation Programme

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3.1 Introduction

Lagos State University of Education organizes a one-week long orientation programme

for fresh students. The programme which runs concurrently with the registration
exercise is mandatory for all the fresh students who is required to attend all orientation
activities and sign the attendance register.

The orientation programme exposes the students to the social and academic life of the
University as well as the social life outside the University {e.g the culture of the host
communities}. It is designed to introduce the fresh students to various activities,
support unit and their facilities {e.g Health Centre, University Library, Sports facilities
etc}. They will be expose to in the course of their studentship in the university. It also
affords the fresh students the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the rules and
regulations and procedure of various Colleges.

Fresher’s orientation programme helps freshmen make successful adjustment to

University life. The orientation helps the new students to know the University and
assists the University to help the students. The fresh students come from different
backgrounds and require assistance to settle down to a new life in the University
environment. Efforts shall be made to assist the freshers to adjust to living and learning
in a heterogeneous environment.

3.2 Orientation helps student to get familiar with the University environment- academic,
vocational, emotional, physical, spiritual and social. This shall be achieved by exposing
freshmen to those programmes and activities of the various units of the University.
Orientation programme usually comes within the first few weeks of a new session. It is
specifically aimed at educating freshers about what they are likely to face during their
studentship in the University.

The orientation activities also enable fresh students to meet and interact with the
principal and frontline officers of the University, especially the Deans of Colleges and
Heads of various Departments.

The Orientation programme is the responsibility of the Students’ Affairs Division.

Chapter Four

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 Academic Centers and Directorates

The under listed are the Academic Centers and Directorates in the University.

● Directorate of Guidance, Counseling and Career Development (MOC)

● Directorate of Academic Planning and Quality Assurance (AOC)
● Centre for Pre-Degree and Part Time Programmes (MOC)
● Teaching Practice Board (AOC)
● Directorate of Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (MOC)
● Centre for General Studies, Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship (MOC)
● Centre for Information, Communication and Educational Technology (AOC)
● Directorate of Research, Development and Linkages (AOC)
● Centre for Farm Management and Agricultural Extension (MOC)
● Centre for Sports and Recreation. (AOC)
● Directorate of Open and Distance Education (AOC)

AOC - Adeniran Ogunsanya Campus

MOC - Michael Otedola Campus

Chapter Five
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 Academic Procedures and Practices

5.1 Introduction

This Chapter addresses issues of expectations and allied issues on registration for
courses, matriculation procedures, attendance at lectures, etc. It also provides guidelines
for addition and deletion of courses, deferment of studies, conditions that might lead to
withdrawal of studentship, etc.

5.2 Course Registration

All students who are qualified to continue with their programme and newly admitted
students are to register online for the academic session at the beginning of the first
semester. The registration is subject to the issuance of clearance for such by the
admission officer of the University and payment of necessary administrative charges as
may be required during the respective academic sessions.

5.3 Lecture Attendance

Students are expected to attend all lectures/classes except where formally exempted.
Classes begin on the hour and end ten minutes before the next hour while seminars and
laboratories run as scheduled. Attendance at examinations, laboratories and other
practical is similarly compulsory. No student will be allowed into a class unless he/she
has been properly registered for the course and his/her name is on the official class list
for that course except where otherwise provided. A minimum of 70% attendance is
required to sit for examination in all courses.

5.4 Adding and Deleting of Courses

Students may be allowed, with the permission of HOD, to add or delete courses during
the first two weeks of the commencement of such courses. Students who wish to delete
courses must seek and obtain permission from the HOD before making necessary
amendments.

5.5 Deferment of Academic Studies: Rules and Procedures

A. Categories of Students that can defer Studies

i. Students from 200 level to final year students who have been duly matriculated.
Students in this category seeking deferment of studies are NOT expected to pay
tuition fee for the academic session but are expected to pay tuition fee upon
resumption of studies.
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 ii. Students who were offered admission, awaiting matriculation but unable to
proceed with their admission process on health ground or any other reasons
acceptable to the Senate. Students in this category are expected to pay their
tuition fee in full for the academic session deferred and are NOT expected to pay
additional tuition fee for the first year upon resumption of studies.

B. Reasons for Deferment of Studies

Deferment of studies may be considered for any of the following reasons.

i. Health grounds
ii. Financial grounds
iii. Family reasons
iv. Compassionate grounds.
v. Etc.

C. Procedure for Deferment of Studies

i. Health Grounds

a. Application should be written through the Head of Department and Dean

of College to the Chairman, College Board of Studies.

b. Original medical report addressed to the Director, Lagos State University

of Education Health Centre and must be obtained from the hospital where
the applicant/student is being treated and same must be attached to the
application for authentication and comments by the Director, Lagos State
University of Education Health Centre.

c. Upon confirmation by the Director, Health Centre, the application may be

considered at the College Board of Studies and recommendations made to
the Chairman, Committee of Deans and Directors (COPDD) for Senate
approval.

d. Applications for deferment of studies on health ground may be considered

at any time within the University academic calendar year.

e. Deferment shall be for a maximum of one Academic Session. However,

medical conditions beyond one (1) academic session must be reviewed
appropriately by the Director, Lagos State University of Education Health

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 Centre and recommendations forwarded to the Chairman, Committee of
Deans and Directors, for action.

ii. Financial Grounds

a. Application should be written through the Head of Department and Dean

of College to the Chairman, College Board of Studies.

b. Request for deferment of studies on financial grounds must be forwarded

before resumption of the academic session.

c. Thereafter, the application may be considered by the College Board of

Studies and recommendations made to the Chairman, Committee of
Provost, Deans and Directors for senate approval.

d. Deferment shall be for a maximum of one (1) academic session only.

iii Family Reasons

a. Applications should be written through the Head of Department and Dean

of College to the Chairman, College Board of Studies.

b. Request for deferment of studies on vacations/holiday home or abroad

must be forwarded before resumption of a new semester.

c. The application may be considered by the College Board of Studies and

recommendation made to the Chairman, Committee of Deans and
Directors for Senate approval.

d. Deferment shall be for a maximum of one (1) academic session only.

e. Students seeking deferment as a result of vacation abroad must make

photocopy of his International Passport data page and Visa and attach same
to the application.

f. Student's claim in (e) may be forwarded to the Dean, Students Affairs

Division, for authentication and confirmation of student's good conduct.

iv. Compassionate Grounds

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 Students can apply for deferment of studies for other reasons e.g. marriage,
psychological state of students, and accommodation problems.
a. Applications should be written through the Head of Department and Dean of
College to the Chairman, College Board of Studies.

b. Request for deferment of studies on compassionate ground must be

forwarded before resumption of a new semester.

C. The application may be considered by the College Board of Studies and

recommendation made by the Chairman, Committee of Provost, Deans and
Directors (COPDD) for Senate approval. It is the responsibility of the department
and College to do a good job by confirming the genuineness of application.

d. Deferment shall be for a maximum of one (1) academic session only, else the
student shall forfeit his/her studentship in the University.

e. Any other grounds as may be approved by the Senate

D. Withdrawal of Application for Deferment of Studies

Students who have applied but wish to withdraw their application for deferment of
studies should write a Letter of Withdrawal of Determent of Studies through their
Level/Course Adviser, Head of Department and Dean of College to the Chairman of
College Board of Studies for consideration and appropriate recommendation to the
Chairman, Committee of Deans and Directors for action.

5.5 Withdrawal from the University

a. Voluntary Withdrawal

Student may withdraw from the University at any time on the completion of the official
withdrawal form.

b. Unauthorized Withdrawal

Students who withdraw from the University without authority may not be considered
for re-admission until their cases have been dealt with on their individual merits by the
Head of Department and the Dean of College subject to Senate decision.

c. Withdrawal for Academic Reasons

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Students who are asked to withdraw on grounds of poor academic performance shall not
be considered for re-admission.

d. Withdrawal for Health Reasons

A student may withdraw or be asked to withdraw on health grounds certified by an

approved Medical Officer. Such a student shall be readmitted into the University on
production of a valid Medical Report from an approved Medical Officer.

e. Financial Obligation after Withdrawal

Students who withdraw from the University for any reason whatsoever shall be required
to clear any outstanding debts owed the University before they may be considered for
re-admission.

f. Disciplinary Withdrawal

Students who are sent away, rusticated or suspended on disciplinary grounds may not
be readmitted without the approval of the Senate.

5.6 Transfer Students

A transfer student shall normally spend a minimum of three years or six Semesters in
the University. In determining the final grade point average of graduation of such
transfer student, account shall be taken of only the courses taken at LASUED. Transfer
student admitted into the University after three continuous years away from their former
University will have their previous work assessed by the new Department.

5.7 Academic Affairs

a. Registration

Payment of Fees and Allowances: No student will be registered without payment of

prescribed fees. The amount to be paid shall be indicated at the beginning of every
session when student are expected to pay their fees.

All returning and new students must register their courses of study with the College
Office at the beginning of every session; All returning and new students must complete
the Central Administration Exercise (with the Bursary College Office, Library and
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Student Affairs Division) before registering for individual courses with the
Departments. All new students must produce original copies of their certificates or any
certified documentary evidence of their qualifications. Students can only register with
the names by which they were admitted.

All Students (Freshers and Returning Students) are expected to fill Students Code of
Conduct form online at the point of every registration throughout their studentship (See
Appendix 2).

b. Change of Name

Students shall be known and addressed with the names by which were admitted. This
also applies to female students who got married during their courses.

c. Matriculation

All students admitted to the University for the first year of their degree courses will be
required to matriculate at a formal ceremony which shall take place after registration.
Without this, no student can claim to be a bonafide student of the University.

It should be noted that Matriculating students should sign a Matriculation Oath Form
(an undertaking to be of good behavior). It must be fully endorsed by a Notary
Public/Commissioner of Oath. (Appendix 1)

5.8 Constituents of Academic Fraud in the Lagos State University of Education

Academic Fraud is any act by a student that may result in a distorted academic
evaluation for that student or another student. LASUED has zero tolerance for academic
fraud, plagiarism and all forms of infringement of intellectual property. Students are
therefore advised to avoid complicity in this sensitive areas of Education.
Academic Fraud in the Lagos State University of Education include:

i. Plagiarism or cheating in any way;

ii. Submitting work not partially or fully the student's own, excluding properly cited
quotations in assignments, essays, tests, exams, research reports and theses.
iii. Presenting research data that are forged, falsified or fabricated;
iv. Attributing a statement of fact or reference to a fabricated source.
v. Submitting the same work or a large part of the same piece of work in more than
one course, or a thesis or any other Piece of work submitted elsewhere without
the prior approval of the appropriate academics (Lecturer in charge, level
coordinator, departmental head etc);
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 vi. Falsifying or misrepresenting an academic evaluation, using forged or altered
supporting documents or facilitating the use such documents;
vii. Taking any action aimed at falsifying an academic evaluation

The Lagos State University of Education does not tolerate academic fraud. Students are
hereby advised to familiarize with the above listed as defaulters will face stiff
disciplinary actions.

5.9 Personal Ethics Statement Form for Students' Assignments in the Lagos State
University of Education

The Lagos State University of Education admonishes all students to sign and submit
their assignments with a Personal Ethic Agreement Form. The form has two versions:
(1) for individual assignments and (2) 1 group assignments. It is hoped that this
personal commitment will make the students understand the importance the Lagos State
University of Education places on maintaining highest standards of Academic integrity.

CHAPTER SIX

Regulations Governing Award of Bachelor's Degree

6.1 Introduction
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Programmes of study leading to Bachelors degree to be denoted by the letters B.A.,
B.Sc., B.Ed., (or such other abbreviation as Senate may from time to time approve).
Degrees are classified as 3rd Class, 2nd Class Lower, 2nd Class Upper and 1st Class.

The basic structure of the degree programme in a non professional area shall be of 4-
year duration. All courses taken during the four years shall count towards the award of a
Degree.

Students who possess appropriate Advanced Level of the General Certificate of

Education or equivalent qualifications may be admitted to the second year of the
programme and shall normally spend not less than six semesters for their degrees.
Courses taken at 200, 300 and 400 levels shall be used in the award of the degree of this
category of students. Students in this category shall be required to take: in addition
prescribed GNS courses and any other compulsory course(s) at the 100 levels.

6.2 Courses and Course Units

i. Instruction shall be by courses through the course unit system

ii. No course shall be assigned less than one Unit and none shall have more than
five Units

iii. A Course Unit is defined as a series of 15 one-hour lecture or tutorial or 15, 3

hour laboratory
or practical classes or fieldwork or an equivalent amount of assigned study or
any combination of the above.

iv. There shall be three or four levels of courses, for 3 or 4 years degree
programmes numbered as follows:

100 - (100 level courses)

200 - (200 level courses)

300 - (300 level courses)

400 - (400 level courses)

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6.3 Terminologies

The following standard terminologies shall be used in all Colleges to indicate the status
of each course:

i. Compulsory (C): Courses specified by a Department which its students must

take and pass.
ii. Required (R): Courses specified by a Department which students do not
necessarily have to pass but must have knowledge.
iii. Electives (E): Courses specified by a department from which a student can take
in order to make up the required units for the award of a degree.
iv. Pre-requisite (P): A course whose knowledge is essential prior to taking another
specified course. Appropriate pre requisite requirements may be prescribed for
a course. A pre-requisite requirement is fulfilled by completing and passing
the pre-requisite course at 45%. Pre-requisite courses may also be waived for
suitably qualified candidates by the College Board on the recommendation of
the Department.

6.4 Registration Procedure for Fresh and Returning Students

Part A: FRESH STUDENTS

Step 1: Fresh Students shall proceed to their respective Colleges for directive on
Central Screening Exercise.

Students should present the following credentials for Screening:

i. O' Level Certificates
ii. Birth Certificates or sworn affidavit of declaration of age;
iii. Letter of undertaking to be of good conduct which must be obtained from any of
the following:
a. A Senior Civil /Public Servant
b. A Clergy
c. A Royal Father
d. Chief Executive of reputable organization

iv. Three (3) passport photographs

v. Indigene Verification Clearance Certificate (for Lagos State indigenes only)

On successful completion of the screening, students will be issued matriculation

number.
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Step 2: Proceed to pay fees as indicated in the advertisements

Step 3: Students who have successfully completed the payment of school fees
would be able to register their courses on the University registration portal.

i. Go to the Head of Department to confirm the Compulsory and Elective courses

as well as the total number of units to register.
ii. Visit the University portal: www.lasued.edu.ng
iii. Point to Student Life
iv. Point to Undergraduate Registration
v. Click on "New Student Update Personal Data (for newly admitted students only)
vi. Register for First semester courses
vii. Click on Add & Delete Courses (for students who may wish to ADD or
DELETE courses)
viii. Print out the following:

a. Main Registration
b. Course Registration Form (CRE)
c. Examination Slip (ES)
d. Transaction Receipt (TR)
e. Wireless Network Access Code (WNAC)

Step 4: Proceed to your Head of Department (HOD) for the final stage of your
registration with the following:

i. Photocopies of your evidence of online payment

ii. Photocopies of your Main Registration Form (MRF)
iii. Original copy of Courses Registration Form (CRF)
iv. Original copy of Examination Slip (ES)
v. Photocopies of Central Registration Clearance Form (CRCF)

Step 5: Ensure that your forms are duly signed by the Head of Department (HOD)
then make four (4) copies of each and submit as follows:

i. A copy in the Departmental Office

ii. A copy in the College Office
iii. A copy in the Academic Division
iv. A copy for your Personal Records

Step 6: Proceed to the University Health Centre (UHC) for registration and
medical screening.
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PART B: RETURNING STUDENTS

Step 1: Proceed to pay the stipulated fees.

Students who have successfully completed the payment of school fees (70% in the first
instance) would be able to register their courses on LASUED Student Registration
Portal.

i. Visit the university portal: www.lasued.edu.ng

ii. Point to Student Life
iii. Point to Undergraduate Registration
iv. Click on "Course Registration" for returning students.
v. Register for First and Second semester courses (as applicable)
vi. Click on Add & Delete Courses (tor students who may wish to ADD or DELETE
courses)
vii. Print out the following:

a. Course Registration Form (CRE)

b. Examination Slip (ES)
c. Transaction Receipt (TR)
d. Wireless Network Access Code (WNAC)

Step 2: Proceed to your Head of Department (HOD) for the final stage of your
registration with the following:

i. Photocopies of your evidence of online payment

ii. Original copy of Course Registration Form (CRE)
iii. Original copy of Examination Slip (ES)

Step 3: Ensure that your forms are duly signed by the Head. Department (HOD)
then make four (4) copies of each distribute as follows:

i. A copy in the Departmental Office

ii. A copy in the College Office
iii. Academic Affairs Division
iv. A copy tor your Personal Records

PLEASE NOTE

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A. All Registration processes must be completed within two (2) weeks of resumption. If
registration process is not completed within the stipulated period, admission may be
forfeited.

B. Should the Central Screening and Verification Committee find any of the
information provided by you or documents submitted by you as INCORRECT, your
admission will be withdrawn and fees paid forfeited.

C. Late registration attracts a penalty as may be determined by the University Authority

from time to time.

D. Deferment of studentship shall be within six weeks of resumption for a new

Semester.

6.5 Student's Workload

Every Full-Time student shall be required to: (i) register for (ii) A minimum of 18 credit
units per semester and (iii) A maximum of 24 credit units per semester, except for
students on field experience/industrial attachment. Also in exceptional cases, senate
approval may be sought for 2 additional units. To be considered a Full-Time student, a
total minimum workload of 36 units in both the First and Second Semesters must be
registered for by every student. However, extra year students are to register for the
courses tailed and/or courses required for their graduation.

6.6 Terminologies in the Course Unit System

i. Grade points (GP) derives from the actual percentage raw score for a given
course; the raw score is converted into a letter grade and a grade point (See
table under grading system).
ii. Credit Point (CP) is by multiplying the Grade Points (GP) attained in a course
by the number of Units (NU) carried by the particular course (CP)=GPxNU.
iii. Total Credit Point (TCP) will be the sum of all Credit Points obtained in a
Semester.
iv. Total Number of Units (TNU) is the sum number of Units of all courses offered
in a Semester.
v. Total Number of Units Passed (TNUP) is the cumulative number of units of all
courses passed.
vi. Grade Point Average (GPA) performance in any Semester is reported in Grade
Point Average (GPA). GPA is the average weighted grade points earned in the
courses taken during a Semester.

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 GPA=TCP
TNU

a. Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA)

This is the up-to-date mean of the Grade Points (GP) earned by the student in a
programme of study indicating the student's overall performance at any point in the
training programme. To compute the Cumulative Grade Point Average CGPA, the total
credit point multiplied by the respective number of units for all the semesters are added
and then divided by the total number of credit units for all courses undertaken by the
student.

b. Student's Academic Status

A student's academic status will be determined on the basis of his/her performances in

the First and Second Semester examinations for each of the 100, 200, 300 and 400 level
of a student's status shall be used. "Good Standing", "Warning” and Withdrawn”.

i. To be in"Good Standing", a student must:

a. Have a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of not less than 1.5 per
semester AND

b. Have a Total Number of Units Passed (TNUP) of not less than cumulative of
24 per session.

ii. A student shall be placed on "Warning" if:

a. His Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) is less than1.5 in a semester.

b. Total Number of Units Passed (TNUP) is less than cumulative of 24 per
session.

iii. A student shall be asked to "Withdraw" if:

a. The Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) is less than 1.5 in two (2)
consecutive semesters and/or Total Number of Units passed (TNUP) is less
than cumulative of 24 units per session

iv. Any academically incompetent student who is unable to attain certain CGPA known
as cross over point, in a Programme/Discipline may, however, be allowed to transfer to
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 another programme in the University if he/she attains the cross over point of that
Programme.

v. Any academically incompetent student who fails to attain CGPA of 1.5 in two (2)
consecutive semesters and/or TNUP not less than cumulative of 24 units per session
shall be asked to withdraw from the University.

vi. Students who transfer from one College to another within LASUED for any reason
shall be credited with those units passed that are within the curriculum of the Faculties
to which they have transferred.

viii. Appropriate decisions on transfer cases shall be subject to the approval of the
Senate on the recommendations of the appropriate College Board.

6.7 Examination Grading Procedure and Result

i. All courses shall normally be evaluated by examinations, and continuous

assessment shall be done through term papers, frequent test assessment in Workshop,
Laboratory, Studio, Field Assignments, etc. as maybe applicable to respective
disciplines.

ii. A score of 30 percent shall be adopted for continuous assessment weightings.

iii. For courses which are partly practical and partly theoretical, scores from continuous
assessment shall constitute 50 percent of the final marks. For courses that are entirely
practical, continuous assessment shall be based on a student's practical work and report
shall constitute 100 percent of the
final mark.

6.8 Examinations

i. Each course shall normally be completed and examined at the end of the semester
in which it is offered
ii. A written examination shall last a minimum two hours for a Two unit course
and Two and half hours for a Three unit course.

a. Pass Mark

The minimum pass mark in any course in the University is 45%.

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b. Resit Examination

There shall be NO RESIT EXAMINATION in any course. However, students may

retake the course after they have attended the lectures for the course at the next
available opportunity.

6.9 Grading System

Grading of courses shall be done by a combination of percentage mark and letter grades
translated into a graduated system of grade point equivalents. For the purpose of
determining a Student's standing at the end of every session, and for final degree
classification, the Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) system shall be used.

Each course unit shall be graded out of a maximum of 100 marks and assigned
appropriate letter grade which is then assigned its appropriate grade point equivalent as
contained in the table below:
I II III IV V VI VII

Credit Percenta Letter Grade Grade Cumulati Degree

ge Score Grade Points Point ve CGPA
GP Average
Varies 70-100 A 5 Derived 4.50-5.00 1st Class
according to 60-69 B 4 by 3.50-4.49 2nd Class
contact hours multipl Upper
assigned to 50-59 C 3 ying (I 2.40-3.49 2nd Class
each course per ) and Lower
Semester and 45-49 D 2 (IV) 1.50-2.39 3rd Class
according to 00-44 F 0 and 0-1.49 Fail
work load divided
carried by the by total
student number
of units

6.10 Presentation of Results

Results from each College Board of Examiners shall be presented to Senate for
ratification on departmental basis at the end of each semester. Where there is multi-
discipline departments, results of such department shall be presented on the basis of
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subject discipline. The standard format of result presentation shall be provided by
Academic Office to all Colleges.

6.11 Graduation Requirements

To satisfy the requirements for graduation, a student must pass a minimum of 144 units
(4 years programme) or 108 units for Direct Entry students.

6.12 Degree Classification

The determination of the class of the degree shall be based on the Cumulative Grade
Point Average earned at the 100, 200, 300, and 400 levels (where applicable) and the
corresponding class degree awarded.

6.13 Duration of Studies

The length of time required to obtain a degree in all Faculties are as shown in the table
below:
S/ TYPE OF MODE OF ENTRY MINIMUM MAXIMUM
N PROGRAMME DURATION DURATION
1. A 4-year UTME 100 Level 8 Semesters 12 Semesters
programme
3. A 3-year Direct Entry 200 6 Semesters 10 Semesters
programme Level

It is advisable for students to work hard and graduate within the required minimum
period of study. Any extra semesters is referred to as a Period outside the minimum
period.

For extension beyond the maximum period for a degree, special permission by
Senate is required on the recommendation of the appropriate College Board.

6.14 Approved Procedure for the Re-assessment of Examination Scripts

STEP1

The complainant will submit in writing an application for remarking to the Head of
Department clearly stating the reasons. Student will then pay the prescribed fees for a
reassessment.
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The Head of Department shall conduct a discrete investigation on the request and take
one of the following actions:

i. Advise the students to drop the request if he finds no substance in it.

Where a complainant is dissatisfied with the advice of the Head of Department in

Step 1 (i) above, the following procedure will operate.

ii. The complainant pays the sum of five thousand naira (N5000.00) to the
University;
iii. Makes the request for re-marking to the Dean of the College through the Head of
Department clearly stating his/her reasons in writing.
iv. Depending on the prevailing circumstance, the re-marking could be undertaken
by the Head of Department or any other Lecturer who could make a
professional judgment on the course being re-marked and on the Lecturer.
v. The Dean, in consultation with the Head of Department or any other suitably
qualified person, sends a sample representing the spread of the grades in the
course together with the questions and marking scheme to the external
examiner or any other expert in the subject who is not lower in rank than the
internal examiner.

The decision of the external examiner shall be final and the Dean shall report the
outcome of the exercise to the Vice Chancellor.

Any disciplinary action that might arise from a request for reform shall be treated
according to existing regulations governing such matters.

CHAPTER Seven

UNIONISM

7.1 Introduction

The University administration encourages the formation of an effective, virile and

responsible Students' Union both as means of self-administration of students'

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programmes, the regulations of conduct and as a means of establishing effective group
communication with University Officials, so as to meet the needs of students.

The Union which is designed to promote the intellectual, social, moral and physical
development of every student and University as a whole has both legislative and
executive powers within the areas of its jurisdiction as may be determined by the
University.

The student's Union is the link between the students' body and administration.
Membership of the Student Union is voluntary. The activities of the Students Union are
guided by a Constitution, which is available at the students’ Union Secretariat. It is
mandatory for all students to note that:

i. The body and its laws and provisions as contained in its Constitution shall be
subordinate to the University Authorities and shall not conflict or be
inconsistent with the Laws, Rules and Regulations of the University.
ii. The rights and interests of the students to the extent that they can lay complaints
on abuse, perceived injustice and all forms of harassment suffered in the
hands of some academic and non academic staff should be reported and
channeled through the office of the Dean of Students Affairs to the University
Management.

7.2 Executive Council

The Executive Council shall consist of elected members into the following offices:

1. President
2. Vice President (2)
3. General Secretary
4. Assistant General Secretary (2)
5. Public Relations Officer
6. Welfare Director (2)
7. Social Director
8. Financial Secretary
9. Treasurer
10. Legal Director
11. Sports Director

The Executive Council shall initiate policies for approval by the Students'
Parliamentary Council, apart from drawing up of proposals, it is responsible for
planning, budgeting and implementation of approved plans of the Union.
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Parents/Guardians of elected Executive Council Members of the Students Union may be
informed about the responsibilities attached to such offices in order to assist their wards
in the conduct of their primary and secondary assignments.

7.3 Pre-requisite for Qualification into the Union Offices

There shall be a Screening Committee for prospective candidates seeking for all
elective union offices. The Committee shall comprise Students' nominees, College
Associations representatives, officers of the Students' Affairs Division, the Security
office, and a member of the Dean - in - Council who will be the Chairman. Names and
Particulars of all candidates screened by the Committee shall be made public to the
University community. Candidates for any of the Union Offices must fulfill the
following conditions:

i. A Cumulative grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 3.0

ii. Good past records of behaviour which must be authenticated by producing
character reference letter from at least two (2) lecturers from the Department
of the prospective candidate.
iii. Candidates contesting for the post of the Executive Council must have spent at
least (2) academic sessions in the Lagos State University, while those for the
Students' Judicial Council shall be on 300 level of their programme at the time
of election. Members of the Students Parliamentary Council shall be
matriculated and duly registered students of the Lagos State University of
Education.
iv. Any student with pending disciplinary cases cannot vote or be voted for.

a. Union Buses

The operations of the Union vehicles are to be strictly monitored by the office of the
Dean, Students' Affairs. As a matter of policy, the University does not allow operation
of vehicles for commercial purpose both inside and outside the University. Where for
any reason, the Union has intention of owning bus or buses for commercial purpose
outside the University community, operation of such bus/buses must comply with the
State Government Traffic Laws.

b. Students' Union Dues

The Students Union dues are paid into the University Account, after which it is
transferred into the Students' Union Account to be managed by the Financial Secretary
and Treasurer with the assistance of the other members of the Executive Council.

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c. Financial Account

At the end of their tenure, the Executive Council of the Students Union as well as that
of every College Association shall be required to submit a certified, audited statement
of finance. Any elected Union official involved in any form of irregular existing
financial or otherwise will be sanctioned according to the existing law of the University.

d. Fund Raising

Clearance must be sought from the Registrar and the Dean of Students before donations
are solicited from within or outside the University.

e. Trading

Students are forbidden from engaging in trading activities on the University Campus
and the Students' Union is not allowed to admit hawkers into the Campus. Allocation of
University spaces to Vendors is strictly the prerogative of the University
Administration.

7.4 Students' Clubs and Associations

There are various recognized students' organizations on Campus. Students are therefore
encouraged to join any of these, except cult groups. Membership of recognized societies
will ensure that the students in passing through the University benefit from all facets of
the system. The activities of the organizations help to promote social interaction among
students.

Each Club has its own Constitution and must renew its approval to operate on Campus
at the beginning of each session by filling the appraisal form, which is obtainable from
the Students' Affairs Division. Staff Advisers to the Clubs must approve of the Club's
programme by appending their signatures before clearance is issued to the Club by the
Students' Affairs Division.

The Staff Advisers should be involved in the election of Executive Members of the
Associations' Clubs.

All Associations/Clubs are enjoined to kindly use the designated Billboards for their
posters and notices. Failure to use the designated Notice Boards will lead to the affected
Clubs/Associations redecorating the defaced walls. In certain cases, such clubs may be
proscribed or its executive members or staff advisers sanctioned.

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The list of approved Clubs and Associations are available in the Students' Affairs
Division for the attention of interested students.

7.5 Cultism/Unregistered Organizations

Membership of an Unregistered Organization is an act of misconduct, and belonging to

a cult group in whatever form is a gross act of misconduct for which studentship will be
withdrawn; and in certain cases, such students may also be reported to state security
services. Cultism can ultimately result in death or Permanent disability, as recent
experience has shown, so all students are advised to strongly resist any overt or covert
invitation. If you are under any form of pressure or threat, please confide in the
Students' Affairs Division and your case shall be discretely taken care of.

7.6 Use of University Facilities

Permission to use the University Facilities such as lecture halls, auditoria, or open
spaces must be sought from the Registrar through the Students' Affairs Division taking
cognizance of the following rules:

i. The Student organization should forward their request for the use of such facility
by filling a requisition from at least three weeks before the actual date of use.
ii. All applications must be accompanied by a detailed programme of activities, and
no invitation and posters should go out until the programme is approved.
iii. A pre-approval letter will be issued to the applicant when the date required is
certified free.
iv. The letter in (ii) will indicate the amount chargeable the use of the facility and
this will be paid to the University Bursar before the final letter of approval is
issued to the applicant.

7.8 Students' Organization

Active participation in extra-curricular activities is recognized as an essential and

complementary aspect of University Education. Though classes, books, and studies are
students’ primary concern, they are equally encouraged to join a few student
organizations. Students should, however, be careful not overburden themselves by
belonging to numerous organizations.

7.9 Registration of Organizations, Clubs, Societies and Associations

Organizations soliciting for membership from students must be approved and registered
by the Dean of Students.
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 i. Organization soliciting for membership from students must be approved and
registered by the Dean of students
ii. Organizations seeking approval should complete Official Registration Forms and
submit a clear statement of purpose of the organization, a roster of the elected
Officers, the names of six (6) Adviser(s) or Patron (s) who must be Senior
Members of Lagos State University of Education Staff, and a copy of its
Constitution.
iii. The Constitution of every organization may be accepted either in part or in its
entirety in accordance with University policy and philosophy.
iv. Each student organization must have at least six advisers who are members of
the University College or Administrative Staff.
v. Officers of organizations are expected to attain a grade point average of not less
than 3.00 CGPA. They are to be or exemplary character and in good standing
with the University. They should remain constantly aware that it not desirable
to hold an office to the detriment of the academic work or health.
vi. Students who are not in good academic and/or conduct standing with the
University will not be allowed to represent the University officially in any
activity. This does not include participation in intramural sports and activities.
vii. At the beginning of each session, or whenever there is an election, a list of
newly elected officers should be forwarded to the Dean of Students.
viii. All registered organizations are expected to hold at least three general
meetings and to organize at least one social activity (other than farewell
parties) during the session.
ix. At the end of the session, each student organization must submit to the Dean of
Students, a report on its activities during the session including a financial
statement for audit by the University Internal Audit Division. Organizations,
which fail to submit their annual reports, will be denied registration for the
following session.
x. The Dean of Students reserves the right to order unviable organizations to fold
up.

a. Raising of Funds

i. Prior to soliciting for contributions or funds from persons outside the

organization's membership, approval must be sought and, received from the
Office of the Dean of Students, after the latter would have consulted with the
Vice-Chancellor.

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 ii. On no account should any Student, individual, or as a group or students or
Students Body Association solicit funds from outside organization/body for
personal or individual purposes.
iii. For purpose of clarity, funds solicited for must be channeled through the office of
the Dean Student Affairs Division.
iv. Where such permission has been granted, account of receipts and expenditures of
fund raised during the activity will be submitted to the Office of Dean of
Students' and to the Bursar.
v. Entertainment Tax: Officers responsible for organizing funds raising activities
are to ensure that the appropriate entertainment tax is paid in accordance with
the provisions of the Internal Revenue Regulations.

b. Ethnic Unions

Organizations, Clubs and Associations based on clan, political or any other form of
ethnic groupings is not encouraged because the University wants to produce as much as
possible detribalized students. State Unions are, however permitted to operate because
of their peculiar needs e.g. bursary and cultural activities.

c. Scheduling and Conduct of Activities

i. Meetings and activities of student organizations must be approved by the

Students' Affairs Division so that they can be "calendared" at least once a
week in advance and published by Office of Students' Affairs Division in its
weekly Calendar of Activities.
ii. Prior to requesting approval from the Dear Students, agreement should be
secured from staff in charge of the building/room to be used and where a fee
is charged, tor the use of facilities, an official payment receipt should be
attached to the Request Form.
iii. All meetings should normally end by 6.00 pm.
iv. Officers and advisers should ensure that the room/hall is left in its usual order and
condition after meetings.
v. Officers of organizations are responsible for conducting the affairs of the
organization in a business-like manner in accordance with its approved
constitution and within the framework of University Policy.

7.10 Students' Excursions and Field Trips

Excursions and Field Trips are governed by the following rules and regulations:

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 i. Field Trips or excursions will be approved if considered an essential complement
to intellectual development of students.
ii. Field trips or excursions will be cleared with the Dean of College through the
Head of Department as well as the relevant administrative officers, after
which the Dean of College will inform lecturers concerned of the absence
from classes of students involved in such trips.
iii. Field excursions may, wherever possible, be arranged during vacations and
students should be notified before they enter a course that such excursions
during vacations constitute a necessary part of the course.
iv. Field excursions normally may not occur more than once per semester and may
not exceed four class days in duration. The idea i1s to reduce absence from
classes to a minimum. When two excursions per semester are necessary, they
should be staggered so as to avoid short intervals between them.
v. Organizations should submit the following to the Office of Students' Affairs:
statement of purpose of the trip; the benefits to be derived, survey forms; and
(on return to campus) a well written academic report on the excursion.
vi. vi. Failure to submit reports on excursions will, lead to denial of permission for
any future excursions.

7.11 Students' Publications and Publicity

Research, literary habits and individual expressions are encouraged in accordance with
the policies of the University.

i. Students or student organizations may hold private or public news conferences on

University Affairs and submit news-release only after University review and
approval
ii. The following procedure must be complied with proposed releases by students or
student organizations will be prepared in duplicate and the first copy sent to
the organizations advisers or to the Head of the Department (in regard to
departmental associations) for review and endorsement. These are then passed
to the Dean of Students tor approval and distribution.
iii. All articles and cartoons intended for publications in student magazines must be
approved by the Editorial Adviser. The production and publication of obscene
and immoral cartoons and articles are prohibited. Students who engage in this
are liable to disciplinary action.
iv. Editors of student newspapers and magazines are free to comment on issues,
people, places or subject, of course, to strictly avoid seditious or libelous
matters.

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 v. All students’ publications must be registered with the Students Welfare
Committee through the Students Affairs Division, before any issue can he
produced.
vi. The registration is subject to renewal each session by filling an appraisal form
which is available at the Students Affairs Division and no issue should be
produced in any session until the registration renewal process has been
completed.
vii. The Editors of publication will be held responsible for their publication's
contents, especially where libelous and spurious attacks are made either
directly or indirectly on any staff or student.
viii. Failure to subscribe to the publication procedures may result in suspension or
proscription of the publication or magazine.
ix. A copy of each issue of every student publication must be given to (a) Vice
Chancellor, (b) Registrar; (c) Dean of Students' Affairs.

a. Bulletin Boards

i. Approval for the posting and removal of notices on University Notice Boards will
be secured from the following people.

a. Information Officer,
b. Students Union: for posting on student General Notice Board.
c. Head of Department; for postings on Departmental Notice Boards.

ii. Students posting notices without proper approval will be liable to disciplinary
action. Provision must be made for the signatures and names of approving
officials.
iii. Official Notices for Notice Boards are posted as guides to students. Students are
held responsible for acquainting themselves with all official notices by
consulting the Notice Boards at least twice daily.
iv. No student may remove notices from Notice Boards without proper
authorization.

7.12 Alumni Association

1. Aims and Objectives

i. To provide a link between the University and her graduates and through them, the
public in general.
ii. To assist the University in whatever way possible and desirable in its
development and its strive to build a reputable tradition.
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 iii. To promote mutual understanding, cooperation and fraternal relationship
amongst the graduates of the University.
iv. To do such other things which the Association might consider to be in her interest
and that of the University.

2. Membership

Membership of the Association is open to:

i. Holders of first, higher or honorary degree of the University.

ii. Holders of Diplomas or Certificates of Lagos State University of Education after
spending not less than one academic year provided they are not already
graduates of other Universities.

3. Admission

Admission of the eligible persons is by payment of a registration fee and annual

subscription.

4. Officers

The Alumni Association is administered by an Executive Committee comprising of

President, Vice President, General Secretary, Assistant General Secretary, Treasurer,
Financial Secretary, Public Relations Officer, Ex-Officio. The Officers responsible for
Alumni Matters in the University is the Alumni Relations Officer.

7.13 Operation, Management and Maintenance of Students' Arcade Building

The Students' Arcade Building is a property of the University, and therefore, the
management of it is vested in the University Authority. The Office of Dean, Students
Affairs shall be responsible for the supervision of the operation, management and
maintenance of the building, which the University may wish to vest from time to time
in any other Authority.

The Students Arcade Building accommodates the offices of the Students Union
Executive Committee members, members of Students' Parliamentary Council members
of the judiciary and a number of stores/shops. The activities in the Students' Arcade
Building shall be overseen by the Students' Affairs Division under the Vice-
Chancellor's office taking into cognizance the following vital issues

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 i. The Students Union Executive Council must ensure that the Students Arcade
Building is put into proper usage without damage to its properties, equipment
and furniture. In case a person or group is responsible for any damage, then
such person or group shall be surcharged appropriately to offset the cost of the
damage.
ii. All activities within the Students Arcade Building must be with the express
permission of the Dean, Students' Affairs after due consultation with the Vice-
Chancellor.
iii. Any illegal activities within the Students Arcade Building must be reported to
the Security and Students' Affairs Division.
iv. All duly registered Students College Associations, Registered Clubs,
Organizations and Association shall use the hall in the Students Arcade FREE
of charge provided they apply and obtain permission from the Dean, Students'
Affairs.
v. Individuals or group interested in making use of the hall in the Students Arcade
shall apply to the Dean, Students Affairs through the Students Union President
and pay the prescribed fee to the LASU Consult.
vi. Allocation/rent of shops/spaces within the Students Arcade Building shall be
carried out solely by the University Authority through the Students Affairs
Division.
vii. Funds accruing from space allocation/rent of shops etc Shall be paid into a
designated University Bank Account.
viii. The University shall use the funds generated for the purpose of general
maintenance of the building, and other issues related to Students' Matters.

CHAPTER EIGHT

Students' Welfare and Related Matters

8.1 Counseling and Career Unit

The Counseling Unit offers a wide range of services:

i. To provide personal, social academic career counseling to the University

community.
ii. To promote student emotional and mental health.
iii. To collect occupational and educational information for onward presentation in a
well-structured manner for the good of the students.

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 iv. To identify and nurture young talents and gifted individuals.
v. To assist individuals in planning programmes that is consistent with their set
goal(s).
vi. To provide referral and consultation services.

c. Eligibility

All students currently enrolled in the University.

d. Services Available

i. Academic Support Services

A number of services are available to help students overcome learning problems and
improve their academic capabilities. These include:

a. Academic study skills

b. Writing and reading skill
c. Communication skills
d. Test taking skill
e. Test-anxiety management
f. Study Habit improvement skills

ii. Career Development and Socio Personal Services

The Unit periodically organizes workshops, seminars and career talks on a wide area
on;

a. Vocational counseling
b. Career decision making skills
c. Writing of curriculum vitae
d. Job interview techniques
e. Leadership skills for student Union Executives.

iii. Counseling Services

The Unit provides counseling services to assist students on:

a. Academic, vocational and personal/ social needs.

b. Consultation/Liaison services with parents/guardians of student on specific
references.
c. Crisis intervention, management and resolution.
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 d. Provision of counseling needs for special group of student, (High Risks students,
Psychiatrics cases).
e. Students requiring this service are asked to complete forms which are meant to
yield as much information as would enable the Counselor to get a good
understanding of the Student and his problems.

8.2 Student Personal Data Form

The Students' Affairs Division maintains a personal file which is opened on submission
of completed "Personal Data Form" by the Student. All new students are requested to
ensure that this form is duly completed and returned to the Students Affairs Division. A
passport photograph is to be affixed at the place indicated on the form.

Old students who by ignorance or sheer negligence fail to complete these forms are
reminded that it is in their own best interest that they pick up these forms from the
Students' Affairs Division, complete and return them immediately.

It is important to note that unless a student has a file in the Students' Affairs Division he
cannot avail himself/herself of the services of the Office of Dean of Students.

8.3 Hall Master/Warden

Each hall of residence has a Hall Master, a member, of the senior academic or
administrative staff who by virtue of his/her experience and background is chosen to
take charge of the hall. Students are free to take their personal problems to their
Master/Mistress. They help find solution to students' problems. If the Hall
Master/Mistress considers that such problems will be better handled by the Counselor at
the Counseling Centre he/she will refer students to him.

8.4 Students' Work Programme/NYSC

The Vice Chancellor will work on a project that will enable indigent students work
while studying. It is aimed at curbing absenteeism from lectures. Job opportunities,
especially during vacations are explored through contact with prospective employers.
The Students' Affairs Division is also involved in arranging interviews for interested
applicants.

Matters pertaining to the processing of NYSC posting for final year students are
handled also by the Students' Affairs Division. Students are also advised on career
prospects and choices relevant to their interests and capabilities.

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8.5 Students' Identification

i. Students requesting tor letters of introduction, or identification should have their

applications endorsed by their Head of Department before such application
could be entertained by the Students Affairs Division for processing.
ii. ii. Where a student misplaces his student identity card, a replacement fee which
will be fixed from time to time, will be paid to the Bursary for the processing
of a new identity Card.

8.6 Students Passage

The Students Rebate Forms' are endorsed by the Students' Affairs Office, after
confirmation of studentship by the Records Office. This form will afford student the
opportunity to purchase tickets at students’ rate.

8.7 Scholarship and Bursary

The Students Affairs Division assists students in processing Bursary and Scholarship
Forms. Correspondence on these issues is normally disseminated to the students via the
Notice Boards. Students are therefore enjoined to cultivate the habit of reaching Notice
Boards for vital information.

8.8 Students' Welfare

The Students' Affairs Division takes care of the general welfare of all students. This
includes cleanliness of the campuses, sickness, settling of quarrels among students,
resolving crisis among associations, death, sports.

8.9 Registration Exercise

Every student shall register for his/her course of study at s beginning of every semester.
All late registrations shall attract a prescribed fee, which shall be fixed from time to
time. A copy of the course registration form shall be deposited at the Student Affairs
Division.

8.10 Academic Robes

Academic robes are strictly meant for academic functions such as Matriculation and
Convocation Ceremonies. Student Associations, therefore, cannot request for them for
the swearing in ceremony of their Executive Members. Only Students' Union Officers
can wear academic robes during their swearing-in ceremony.

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8.11 Work Aid

The University intends to set up a Student Work-Aid programme. The aim is to provide
supplementary assistance to private students. Students who have skills such as typing,
shorthand electrical works and carpentry will benefit from this programme. As soon as
the proposal is finalized, students will be informed accordingly. Students who combine
full time work with full time studies are warned in their own interest to withdraw from
one so that they can have time for their studies. Any student with a CGPA that is less
than 3.0 is strongly advised to concentrate on their academic work.

CHAPTER NINE

LASUED Code of Conduct for Students

LASUED Code of Conduct for Students

9.1 Introduction

All students (Fresher's/Returning) are required to sign the Lagos State University of
Education Code of Conduct at the beginning of every session. Without prejudice to the
existing rules and regulation, this Code of Conduct shall guide the behavior of students
in the University.

i. All secret Cults, Confraternities and similar organizations are banned in the
University.
ii. Any student of the University found to be a member, sponsor, or patron of such
an organization shall be liable to expulsion from the University.
iii. The possession, carrying or use of arms and dangerous weapons by students on
the campus is banned and any student found to possess, carry or use such
weapon shall be expelled from the University.

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iv. Any student who threatens or in any way endangers the life of any students or
members of staff or engages in physical fight on the campus shall be liable to
strict disciplinary action which may lead to expulsion.
v. Students should in addition note and are reminded that causing bodily harm, rape
and threat of life are criminal offences and having been expelled from the
University will be reported to the police.
vi. Consumption and use of alcoholic beverages and liquors on the campus by
students are prohibited and banned. The penalty for consumption and use of
alcoholic beverages and liquor on the campus is rustication for two (2)
semesters in the first instance and expulsion on subsequent occasion or repeat
of the similar act of misconduct.
vii. The use of narcotics and other forms of drug abuse, including but not limited
to Marijuana (Cannabis or Marijuana), Heroin, Cocaine, Lysergic acid
diethylamide (LSD), Methamphetamine, Amphetamine, Tramadol, Refnol,
Black bullet, Codeine, Rohypnol, and Smoking Jedi by any student is
misconduct, unless there is evidence that such is prescribed by a licensed
medical practitioner.

a. It is misconduct tor any student to be found in possession of, trafficking in,

engaging in sale of, or dispensing such drugs or facilitating its use in any
form;
b. Any student involved in the use of illicit drugs or serving as an accessory
to such act in any form shall be immediately suspended pending his
appearance before the Students Disciplinary Committee (SDC).
c. The penalty for the production, processing, possession, use, sale,
trafficking in or advertising illicit drugs is Expulsion from the University.
d. Vendors of shop owners found to be Promoting sale or use of such illicit
drugs shall have their facilities closed immediately and themselves handed
over to law the police for prosecution.

viii. Students' organizations, societies, clubs and association are to be registered

with the Students Affairs Division with three copies of their constitution and a
list of names of their executive members, staff advisers, patrons and sponsors.
ix. Students are also reminded that suspension from University implies suspension
from participation in academic activities on the campus. Any suspended
student who continues to attend or attempts to attend academic lectures or
course or participate in any other students' activities on the campus while the
suspension is still in force shall be summarily expelled from the University.
x. No mosque, church or any house of prayer or worship on the campus shall be
used as residence or for residential purposes by any student. Any such
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 building known or used as a residence or for residential purposes shall be
closed forthwith.
xi. a) The use of all Auditoria on campus are subject to obtaining a written approval

b) All forms of students' social activities that involve drumming and singing
is restricted to the New Students' Arcade.

xii. Any student found defacing the University walls with posters and other
University property, disrupting academic activities for whatever reason and
taking over the work of security officers by locking the gate hijacking of
vehicles will be liable to severe disciplinary action which may lead to
suspension or expulsion depending on the severity of such misconduct.
xiii. All posters and handbills for distribution by students must be cleared and
approved by Students Affairs Division before distribution. Any contravention
may lead to suspension or expulsion.
xiv. Any academically incompetent student who fails to attain CGPA of 1.5 in two
(2) consecutive semesters and/or TNUP not less than cumulative of 24 per
session shall be asked to withdraw from the University.
xv. Students on probation would not be considered for Inter-College Transfer
xvi. Any interference on matters of discipline from whatever quarters shall be
resisted and discouraged.
xvii. There must be strict adherence to a well-defined official line of
communication between students and the University authorities.
xviii. All students' religious activities including drumming and singing should be
restricted to the Chapel or Mosque area.
xix. Henceforth until further notice, all social and religious activities on the
University Campus should not extend beyond 6.00p.m. Students are not
allowed to stay in Oto-Ijanikin and Noforija Campuses beyond 9.00p.m.
xx. Much as this University respects the freedom and appreciates the maturity of
our students with regards to mode of dressing and comportment on the
campus, indecent dresses, by students, is not allowed. Henceforth, students
not properly dressed will be disallowed access to lecture halls, the Library and
other official places. Lecturers and official of the University have the right to
deny attention at offices or admission into lecturer or examination halls to
students not properly or decently dressed.

xxi. The following constitute inappropriate modes of dressing by students

which shall attract sanctions from the University:

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 a. Wearing transparent dresses, mini and skimpy skirts/dresses, and other clothes
revealing sensitive parts of the body.
b. Wearing tattered, dirty jeans with holes or obscene subliminal messages.
c. Wearing "baggy, "saggy, "yansh,""ass level" and over length trousers.
d. Wearing tight fitting apparels that reveal body shape and contours of the body.
e. Wearing T-Shirt and Tops with obscene, obnoxious or seductive inscription.
f. Wearing of loose tie, folding, holding and pocketing of tie.
g. Wearing shirts without buttons, improperly buttoned, rolling of sleeves or flying
collar.
h. Wearing of face caps or complete covering of face.
i. Piercing of body and tattooing.
j. Wearing of ear rings by male students.
k. Wearing of nose ring, very big dropping ear ring and necklaces by female
students.
l. Wearing of distractive knocking shoes like stiletto heels to lecture rooms and the
Library is frowned at and students may be denied admittance to such places.
m. Plaiting, weaving, bonding of hair by male students.
n. Knickers, tight shorts and slacks are allowed only for sports.
o. Wearing of slippers is not allowed.
p. Wearing of lousy, unkempt, extremely bogus hair or artificial hair.

For ease of identification, students should put on their Lanyards and Identity
Cards at all times.

Violation of Dress Code is a serious act of misconduct which shall attract Stiff
Penalty.

xxii. All students are requested to report any infractions or contravention of any of
these rules or any other University rules or regulations to either:

a. The Registrar
b. Dean of Students Affairs and/or
c. University Security Agents
S OFFENCE THINGS THAT CONSTITUTE THE PENALTY
N OFFENCE
1 Cultism -Use of dangerous weapons Expulsion
-Gangsterism
-Membership of Cult Group
-Membership of illegal/unregistered

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 association, club, society etc
-Hooliganism
2 Gross -Sexual Harrasment Expulsion
Misconduct -Falsification of Certificate
-Alteration of Financial documents (e.g
receipts of payments)
-Stealing
-Extortion of money and other fraudulent
practices
-Embezzlement of fund Rustication
Misappropriation of
Union/Association/Club/Society money
-Vandalism of University property
-Unlawful Assembly
3 Examination -Impersonation (within and outside LASU)
Misconduct -Use of textbooks and notes
(See Appendix -Use of subscribed notes
3 for details) -Scribbling on materials such as pencil, ruler,
eraser, calculator, desk, mathematical set etc. -Warning
-Exchange of answer scripts/question paper -Rustication
-Discussion during examination -Expulsion
-Use micro chips
-Insubordination/ Disobedience to Invigilator
-Copying from other Candidates
4 Unruly -Disobedience to Constituted Authority
Behaviours -Assault
-Insubordination Warning
-Rudeness to Staff Rustication
-Physical attack on another person
-Indecent dressing
5 Criminal -Rape Expulsion
Activities -Armed Robbery and
-Illegal possession of fire arms and ammunition Prosecution
-Kidnapping/Abduction by the Law
-Stealing Enforcemen
-And others contained in the constitution of the t Agency
Federal Republic of Nigeria

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9.3 The Trial of Students Involved in Misconduct

A. Examination Misconduct

1. Students involved in Examination Misconduct are arraigned before the

College/School/College constituted Examination Misconduct Committee for
investigation at the end of each Semester Examination.

2. Deans/Provost of Faculties, School and Colleges shall set up Examination

Misconduct Panel before the commencement of every semester examination.

3. the examination Misconduct panel of the College and Department shall try all
cases of Examination Misconduct and submit its report within One Week after
the same semester examination.

4. The Dean/Provost shall thereafter forward the panel’s reports to the Vice-
chancellor who shall refer it to the Committee of Provost, Deans and Directors
for its recommendations to the Senate.

5. The Committee of Provost, Deans and Directors may, if necessary invite

individuals and/or witnesses to clear grey areas in the report of the Examination
Malpractice Panel referred to it.

B. Other Forms of Misconduct

Other forms of misconduct are forwarded to the Students Disciplinary Committee.

Investigation/trails are conducted through the Sub-Committees of Students Disciplinary
Committee and their reports are considered by Students Disciplinary Committee while
decisions are also forwarded to Senate for consideration and ratification.

C. Composition of Students' Disciplinary Committee

i. Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic) – Chairman

ii. Registrar
iii. Dean, Students' Affairs Division
iv. Director, External System
v. Two Representative of Senate
vi. One Representative of Alumni
vii. Deputy Registrar, Examination & Records Division
viii. Deputy Registrar, Legal Unit
ix. Chief Security Officer
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 x. Two representative of Students Union (President & Legal Director)
xi. Co-opted members as may be required
xii. Principal Assistant Registrar, Students Affairs - Secretary

9.4 Students' Discipline-Enforcement Machinery

a. Lecturers

Each lecturer shall have full responsibility to inspire good behaviour and shall possess
full authority to enforce discipline within his/her classroom. The lecturer shall have the
right to evict a student from class or disqualify the student from further participation in
classes, laboratories, tutorials, field trips, period not exceeding one week.

All such cases of disciplinary action taken by the lecturer shall be reported in writing
giving circumstances calling for such actions, to the Head of Department within 24
hours of the action taken.

b. Head of Department

The Head of Department shall have full authority and responsibility for discipline
within the Department in classrooms, offices, departmental library, laboratories, et
cetera. The Head of Department shall have the right to give oral advice or admonition to
a student. He shall also offer oral warning to an offending student and shall within a
week of the incident, send him a letter of warning, Copies of such letters shall be sent to
the Dean of Students.

The Head of Department shall have responsibility to report any defaced or damaged
property of the department to the appropriate authorities for action.

If the student fails to pay for a lost, defaced or damaged property of the Department, the
Bursar shall be asked to debit the amount to the Student's Fee account. The power of the
Head of Department to evict a student from all lectures within the Department shall be
for a period not exceeding two weeks. The Head of Department shall, if a student's
offence is very serious, refer the matter to the Dean of College.

C. Dean of College

Dean of College shall have the power to review all cases referred to him' by the Head of
department. He shall have the power to evict a student from lectures or deny him the
use of other facilities for a period not exceeding tour weeks. Where a severe punishment
is referred, the case shall be referred to Board Disciplinary Committee.
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d. College Board Disciplinary Committee

The College Board Disciplinary Committee shall meet with week of any incident that
requires the Committee's attention.
The Committee shall consist of the following:

i. The Dean of the College – Chairman

ii. Two lecturers who are not Heads of Department and who shall be elected
Preferably, one or two should come from the College of Law,
iii. The Head of Department in whose Department the incident took place,
iv. The Dean of Students' or his representative,
v. College Officer - Secretary

The College Board Disciplinary Committee shall have the power to recommend the
suspension or dismissal of such student from the University to Senate. Appeals against
the action of the College Board Disciplinary Committee shall be made to the University
Students Disciplinary Committee, Senate, and Vice Chancellor.

e. Head of Non-Academic Departments

Each Head of a Non-Academic Department shall have full authority and responsibility
for student discipline within the Department, in the Offices, the library, the bookshop,
medical centre, and other centres. The Head of Department shall have the power to:

i. Offer oral advice and/or warning

ii. Issue a letter of warning to an Offending Student within a week of offence.
Copies of such a letter shall be sent to the Head of the Students Department
(academic), Registrar and Dean of Students.
iii. Order restitution of or payment for any article lost, defaced or damaged. If the
student refuses to pay, Bursar shall be requested to debit his/her fee account
with the amount of money involved.
iv. Impose appropriate fine for an offence, such as loss of fee card, library card or
failure to return a book on time.

f. Dean of Students

After due investigation of any case of indiscipline or breach of the University

Regulation, the Dean of Students shall have the authority to take any of the following
measures without, prior reference to any other Body but the Vice Chancellor.

i. Caution: Oral advice or admonition

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 ii. Warning: An official letter of warning to be entered into the student's personal
file with copies sent to the Vice Chancellor, Registrar, Dean of the College,
the Head of Department 'and sponsor(s). The Registrar and the Dean of
Students' shall each maintain a register of those Warned. If a student earns a
third warning during his course, he shall be referred to the Board of Students'
Discipline for further disciplinary action.
iii. Restitution: Payment for what has been lost defaced or damaged. If the offender
fails to pay, the Dean of Students shall instruct that the amount be debited to
his/her account
iv. Fine: Outright appropriate charge not exceeding N10,000.00 for both Oto-
Ijanikin and Noforija-Epe campuses.

9.5 Examination Malpractices

Examination malpractices range from scribbling on thighs, (underwear's) identity cards,

examination sheets to impersonation. Students are advised to settle down and study hard
to pass their examination. Examination malpractice cases are concluded within four
weeks of the offence. Penalty for examination malpractice ranges from warning to
expulsion.

9.6 Absence from Examination

Students who do not present themselves for all courses or any of the courses without
permission would be deemed to have failed the course and would be scored zero.
However, students who on medical grounds are unable to write their examination would
be permitted to write such course at the next available opportunity. Such students will
not be scored zero but may spend longer time in the University.

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 CHAPTER TEN

Organs of Sports Development and Recreations

Organs of Sports Development and Recreations

1. The Sports Management Committee for Student comprises the:

● Director of Sport - Chairman

● One Staff representative from each College - Member
● One student representative from, each College Member
● The University Coaches/Honorary Coaches of each sport- Member
● The Secretary who shall be a University Coach

1.1 The terms of Reference of the-above committee include:

● To serve as a forum for deliberation by all Sports representatives.

● To serve as a link between the Directorate of Sport, all athletes and the
Sport Council
● To deliberate and recommend on the Sport need of various teams.
● To deliberate and recommend on the athletes personal and academic
welfare.

2. Sport Committee for Staff which comprises the:

● Director of Sport - Chairman

● Two (2) representatives from each of the Staff Unions
● The Secretary who shall be a University Coach

2.1. Terms of References

● To serve as a forum for deliberating on all staff Sport matters

● To serve as a link between the Sport Directorate and all Lagos State
University
● To deliberate and recommend on the needs of the Staff

The University Inter-College Sport programme is a robust student Sport festival

organized every Semester. The competition is organized in Basketball, Badminton,
Chess, Handball, Hockey, Judo, Swimming, Taekwondo, Track & Field and Volleyball
in both male and female categories.

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The Sport Centre organizes the competition while the College representative in student
sport committee administers Intra-College sport championships such as Dean's Cup to
select athletes that will compete at their inter- college games.

CHAPTER ELEVEN

Bursary: Roles and Functions

11.1 Introduction

Tuition fee is payable at the Lagos State University of Education by all regular, Full-
Time, Undergraduate students. At the beginning of every session, the Students Affairs
Division makes available details of all fees payable by students.

a. Fee for Practical Teaching Courses

A fee is charged in respect of practice in the final year for students in the College of
Education

12.4 Bursary Department

The Bursary, which is a major arm of the University administration deals with financial
matters. The department is headed by the Bursar. The Bursar's representatives at the
Colleges are the College Finance Officers.

Functions

The function of the Bursar's Office as it relates to the Students are the collection of
approved fees at the time of registration and the payment of all monies due to the
students.
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12.5 Hire of Academic Gowns

Refunds for deposit on hire of academic gowns will only be honoured where it is
accompanied by a clearance from the College Officer and the original receipt of
payment for the hire of the academic gown. As stated above, payment will only be
made on presentation of the student's identity card to the cashier.

12.6 Sponsored Students

There are instances where sponsored students settle their registration fees before the
cheques come from their sponsors. A student will forward the sponsor's cheque through
the Students Affairs Division to the Bursar with the Students' Affairs officer
authenticating the student's claim to the cheque and clarifying the correctness of the
matriculation number indicated. The students’ beneficiary will attach an application for
this refund and evidence that he/she had settled the fees for the session. Payment will be
effected by the cash office by cheque as soon as the sponsor s cheque is cleared with the
bank.

12.7 Mode of Payment of Tuition Fees

For Students to register for each academic session, tuition fees are expected to be paid
in two-installments, i.e. 70% of the total school fee on the first day of registration and
the remaining 30% after two (2) months of resumption of academic session (that is First
Semester).

12.8 Refunds

All requests for refund must be directed to the Head of Department who will
authenticate that applicant is a bonafide student. Upon authentication by the Head of
Department, the Dean will seek the Vice-Chancellor's approval. Only approved refund
by the Vice-Chancellor shall be treated by the Bursary Department. In all cases, the
applicant must include the original copy of the receipt issued.

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 CHAPTER Twelve: The University Library

12.1 Introduction

Like all University Libraries LASUED Library, is the pivot on which all academic
activities in the University are hinged and it is vital to the academic needs of users in
many ways.

● It enables you take maximum advantage of the available library resources and
services;
● Helps you to develop a lifelong learning skill for research and private works as
well as;
● Helps you to develop reading skills not only for functional but for recreational
purposes.

The Library is open to readers daily, except on Sundays as follows:

12.2 Operating Hours

DURING SESSION

Monday – Friday …………………………………… 8.30am-6.00pm

Sanitation/Sunday/ Public Holidays ……. Closed

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DURING EXAMINATION

Monday-Friday 8.30am-6.00pm

Saturday 8.30am-1.00pm

Sanitation/Sunday/ Public Holidays Closed

13.3 Admission to the Library

No person may make use of the University Library until he has registered in his campus
library and has been issued with a library ticket. The ticket must be shown to any
authorized official of the library on demand. Library users are expected to deposit their
bags, umbrella and other personal effects at the Cloak Room/Area. Valuable items
should, however, be removed from the bags before depositing them. The library would
not be responsible for any loss of such items. Admission into the library may be denied
any reader who is unable to produce a valid library ticket or for violation of library rules
and regulations.

The following are eligible to be registered as readers in the library with privilege of
borrowing books and making use of reference materials:

● Members of the University Governing Council

● Members of Academic Staff
● Senior members of Administrative & Technical Staff;
● Postgraduate Students
● Full-Time Undergraduate Students

The following may also use the library on a temporary basis and/or for reference
purpose only:

● Part-Time Undergraduate Students

● Alumni of the Lagos State University of Education;
● Visitors attending Conferences, Seminars, or Short-Time courses in the
University;
● Other persons as may be permitted by the University Librarian

12.4 Loan of Books

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 i. Every book to be loaned out of the library must be submitted at the issuing desk
(circulation desk) for necessary processing of the loan slips. The book shall
be, stamped with date due.
ii. The reader is responsible for any book which the Library holds a loan slip signed
by him for safe return in good condition.
iii. All transactions must be made in person.
iv. No reader is normally allowed to borrow or have in his possession more than four
books at a time.
v. For academic staff and post-graduate students, the period of loan shall be for four
weeks, subject to renewal for another four weeks on application, provided the
book is not required by others.
vi. Loaned books not returned by the date due will incur a fine as may be
determined by the University Authority and the reader will be denied
borrowing privileges until the overdue book is returned to the library and the
overdue fine is paid.
vii. The following cannot be borrowed or removed from the library:

● Books marked "For Reference only"

● Books on display "Recent Additions to Collection'"
● Bound and unbound periodicals
● Books in special collections e.g. collection" Lagos State Government
Publications, Private papers and Rare Works.

12.5 Reserve Book Collection

There is Reserve Book Collection in the library. Such books, which must be read in the
library, may be retained tor as long as 2 hours in the first instance. The period could be
extended if there is no demand for such books. Books may be asked for by stating the
author, title and/or class mark at the circulation desk. In special Cases, reserved books
may be borrowed overnight to be returned by 8.30 am. The following day, or over the
weekend (from Saturday) to be returned 8.30 a.m. the following Monday on the
approval of the University Librarian.

12.6 Recall

i. Library materials on loan from the open shelves/reserved shelves to any reader
may be recalled before the expiration of the loan period. When such situations
arise, such materials must be returned immediately failing which the borrower
starts to incur a fine as may be determined from time to time by the University
Authority per day for books on the open shelves.
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 ii. Library materials needed for the Reserve Book Collection are subject to recall
anytime.
iii. Failure to return recalled library materials will result in a fine as may be
determined by the University Authority per day after which the borrower loses
his library privileges.

12.7 Return of Library Materials

i. Library materials must be returned on or before the due date.

ii. Library materials borrowed by students must be returned on or before the
Wednesday preceding the end of each semester.
iii. Library materials borrowed by members of staff must be returned before they
proceed on annual leave, study leave, sabbatical leave, retirement, leave of
absence, or any such long absence from the University.
iv. Library materials borrowed by a member of staff must be returned on his/her
resignation or termination of appointment.
v. Library materials borrowed must be returned to the library at the end of the
session.

12.8 Lost Materials

i. The published price of lost materials will be determined from appropriate

sources.
ii. In addition, ordering or processing fee on all lost materials shall be paid for.
iii. When lost materials have been paid for, the overdue fines will be dropped.
iv. If a borrower locates an item after these charges have been paid, the borrower
may keep the item. The University Library will not refund the money paid for
lost library materials.

12.9 Payment Default

Use and borrowing privileges in the University Library will be denied to borrowers who
fail to clear outstanding charges. If such charges remain outstanding by the end of the
semester in which they are incurred, recommendation for further action will be made to
the Library Committee or any other appropriate Committee.

12.10 Reference Services

Readers in need of any document not in the Library are advised to apply to the
Reference Librarian on a prescribed form. It is advisable to discuss with the Reference
Librarian about your needs.
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12.11 E-library

This part of the Library is where users can access the information that is available on-
line. Computers shall be provided for use by staff, Postgraduate students and
Undergraduates in the e-library (Main Library).

12.12 Serials Department

This is where both bound and unbound Journals are kept. The most recent Journals in
the Library are displayed on the "Current Journals" racks for reader's perusal, pending
the time they are transferred to the Serials Department for full use.

12.13 Library Rules and Regulations

i. All readers must enter and leave the library by the Main Entrance. All other exits
will remain locked except during emergency.
ii. Silence must be maintained in and around the library.
iii. Briefcases, umbrellas, sticks, raincoats, bags, etc. must be left in the cloakroom
located at the library entrance
iv. No reader may enter any part of the library marked "Private" or "Library Staff
Only" unless by permission.
v. No book may be marked, defaced or damaged in anyway (Readers are held
responsible for any damage done to any book in their care, and must pay for
loss or damages).
vi. All readers (no exceptions) shall be subject to screening by the authorized official
at the exit point.
vii. Smoking, drinking and eating (of any kind) are strictly forbidden in all areas
of the library.
viii. The use of any form of naked light including candles is prohibited in the
University Library
ix. Readers must at all times obey the reasonable request or any Library Official.
x. Any person removing a book from the library without duly signing tor it, failing
to return a book when required to do so after due notice or willfully damaging
library property, may be barred from the library and appropriate reports made
to the University Authority.
xi. Any person caught taking out library materials without being charged out or
without the permission of the University Librarian is liable for severe
disciplinary measures, including dismissal from the University.

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 xii. The University Librarian is empowered to suspend or withdraw all reading
privileges from persons who contravene these regulations and may report
offences to the appropriate authority.
xiii. Use of mobile phones either for calling or receiving calls is strictly prohibited
in the library.
xiv. Online chatting or use of face book and other social sites is forbidden at the e-
library.
xv. Indecent or provocative dressing is strictly prohibited in the library.
xvi. The reading area(s) of the library should not be turned into discussion
room(s).
xvii. Derogatory language should not be used for any library official.

Chapter Thirteen: The University Health Centre

Introduction

Students are encouraged to visit the University Health Centre during working hours and
weekends for the those in the Hostels.

13.1 Registration by Students at Health Centre

During the registration exercise, students should report to the University Health Centre
at the stipulated time as extension will not be granted, and unregistered students will not
be treated in the University Health Centre. Politeness and courtesy to all members of
staff at the Clinic is highly encouraged and any behavior to the contrary will not be
tolerated.

13.2 Instructions to Follow

i. Medical Screening upon resumption

ii. Issuance of University Health Centre Index Card

iii. Obtaining Certificate of Fitness

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iv. Collection of University Health Centre Authorization Form from the Academic
Office/Department on each visit to the University Health Centre

v. Submission of University Health Index Card for Clearance at the end of the
programme

Note: Always come to the Campus with your Health Centre Index Card in case of
emergency.

APPENDIX 2A

LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION

STUDENTS' CODE OF CONDUCT FORM

Please use the following check boxes to indicate your acceptance of the following
rules and regulations governing your studentship in the Lagos State University

i. I am aware that the existence of all secret cults, confraternities and similar
organizations are banned in the University.
ii. I am aware that, any student of the University found to be a member, sponsor, or
patron of any secret cult shall be liable to expulsion from the University.
iii. I am aware that, the possession, carrying or use of arms, explosives and
dangerous weapons of any kind by students on the campus is prohibited and
any student found to be in possession of, carrying or using such arms or
weapons shall be expelled from the University.
iv. I am aware that, any student who threatens or conducts himself in an unruly
manner capable of endangering the life of other students or members of staff
or engages in any physical fight on the campus shall be liable to strict
disciplinary action which may lead to expulsion.
v. I am aware that, rape, assault, assault causing bodily harm, and threat to life are
criminal offences and the offender after he has been expelled from the
University, will be reported to the Police.

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vi. I am aware that hard drugs, unlawful use and consumption of liquor and all
alcoholic beverages on the campus by students are prohibited and any student
caught consuming liquor and such beverages will be expelled from the
University. Save and except as may be permitted for lawful use (upon prior
consent and approval of the University for the purpose of academic pursuit or
in furtherance of any research), none of the items mentioned above shall be
allowed on the campus.
vii. I am aware that, any suspended student found within the University campus
during the period of his/her suspension, except on the invitation of a statutory
body of the University or officer so assigned to carry out such duties shall be
summarily expelled.
viii. I am aware that, no mosque, church or any recognized place of worship on the
campus shall be used as residence or for residential purposes by any student. I
agree that any such building known or used as a residence or for residential
purposes shall be closed forthwith.
ix. I am aware that the use of all auditoria on campus are subject to obtaining written
approval from appropriate authorities and that all forms of students' social
activities that involve drumming and singing are to be restricted to the New
Students' Arcade.
x. I am aware that the use of foul language is not allowed
xi. l am aware that all students' religious activities including drumming and singing
should be restricted to the Chapel or Mosque area.
xii. I am aware that any student found, defacing the University walls with posters
or defacing or damaging other University property in any form or manner
whatsoever, disrupting academic activities for whatever reason, taking over
the work of security officers by locking university gates or similar entrances
or exits on campus or hijacking vehicles will be liable to severe disciplinary
action which may lead to Suspension or expulsion depending on the severity
of misconduct.

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