Dear University Students of UAR,
It's time to break away from the frustration and turn this situation into an opportunity for growth. While the current strike might have added additional time to your university journey, it doesn't mean that the journey is over. In fact, it's just the beginning of a new chapter.
Take a step back and ask yourself, how have you been using your time during this break? Have you been sleeping all day? Spending endless hours scrolling through social media? Or watching football at the game house? If your answer is yes to any of these, then it's time to re-evaluate how you are investing your time.
Remember, you are building your future and the only way to prepare for it is to invest in yourself. Merely wishing and praying for success won't bring it to you, you need to actively work toward it.
Take advantage of the opportunities that come with access to the internet. There are numerous platforms such as Coursera, Sololearn, Simplilearn, and Udemy that offer free and paid courses in a variety of fields. Don't let a fixed mindset hold you back from reaching your potential. You can change it to a growth mindset by speaking back to it.
You are the architect of your own life. Use this time to discover yourself, improve your skills, and connect with like-minded individuals who will push you forward.
Till next time, be well and take charge of your future.
Written by: Babatunde Abdullahi O.