In a passionate call for a renewed commitment towards the development of the 46-year old institution, the Rector, Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, Arc. Dr. Babatunde Adekoyejo Jolaoso has urged members of the Alumni Association to embrace transformational partnerships and strategic interventions to rebrand their alma mater.
Dr. Jolaoso made this call while delivering the keynote address at a one-day training programme organized by the Lagos Chapter of the MAPOLY Alumni Association for its executive members.
Highlighting the importance of alumni relationships, the Rector emphasized that the strength of an institution is not just in its buildings but in the bond of its graduates; as such he opined that intentional efforts to build strong connections within the alumni community are critical.
According to him; “the theme resonates with the institutional need to unite with purpose, support each other, and uplift MAPOLY and the broader community.”
While profering ways of improving the institutional-alumni relations, he proposed several ways to foster alumni engagement, including reunions, mentorship initiatives, professional networking events, and collaborative projects. Each of these touchpoints, according to him, strengthens the alumni network, creating meaningful links between past students, the institution, and current learners.
“Shared backgrounds offer powerful platforms for collaboration; whether through career support, entrepreneurial ventures, or personal development, we can leverage our MAPOLY identity to open doors for one another”, he noted.
The Rector also highlighted practical examples of alumni-driven impact, such as internships facilitated by alumni and business partnerships formed among old classmates, which he described as evidence of how synergy within the alumni body could yield tangible, beneficial outcomes.
He further stressed that alumni engagement thrives when contributions, whether in time, resources, or expertise, are given voluntarily and from the heart. He cited the notable contribution of the Marketing Department Alumni, who recently constructed and donated a ₦150 million building christened”Legacy House” to the institution.
“Celebrating Alumni successes encourages others and strengthens our shared pride in MAPOLY’s legacy,” he added.
In conclusion, the Rector reaffirmed his unwavering support for the MAPOLY Alumni community, underscoring that the true strength of any academic institution is found not only in its physical structures, but in the lifelong bond and collective impact it fosters.
