Barry Praise

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Q1: How did you know about BMU and how did you come here?

A: I first heard about BMU in 2020 through a friend, but I didn’t apply then. Later, another friend told me how she easily got admission into BMU, so I decided to give it a try. I initially wanted to come in 2023 but ended up coming in 2024 after taking a gap year at home due to personal challenges.

Q2: What has been your hardest academic moment so far, and did you cry?

A: I didn’t cry, but I struggled with my practicals because I didn’t settle into them early enough. It was stressful, and I had to work extra hard to catch up.

Q3: How do you define failure and success as a student?

A: I believe failure and success are relative. Everyone has their own grace and path. It’s not so easy to define who is failing and who is succeeding because circumstances differ.

Q4: Have you made any mistakes as a student? What lessons did you learn?

A: Yes. My biggest mistake is procrastination and laziness. I’ve also made poor decisions like staying away from school when I shouldn’t. The lesson I’ve learned is to stop procrastinating and always try my best.

Q5: What do people misunderstand most about your course?

A: Many people think Public Health is just a simple or ordinary course, unlike Nursing or Anatomy. They don’t see its value, but in reality, it’s a very important and wide-reaching discipline.

Q6: Do you believe in God and why?

A: Yes, I believe in God because I was raised in a Christian home where everything centered around Him. God is our everything, in every situation.

Q7: Do you think religion plays a role in academics?

A: Not really. Academic success isn’t based on religion but on hard work, determination, and what you believe in.

Q8: Are there faults in the Nigerian educational system you would change?

A: Yes, there are faults, though it’s hard to put everything into words. If I had the chance, I would work on improving fairness and student support.

Q9: If you became the VC of BMU for one day, what would you do?

A: I’d improve registration processes and make things easier for students.

Q10: Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

A: I see myself as a better person, building my own family, and becoming one of the most successful people in my family despite trials and challenges.

Q11: Are you a student vendor? If not, do you plan to be one?

A: Not yet, but I plan to be. The biggest struggle I foresee is managing my time between business and academics.

Q12: Who has majorly shaped your academic journey?

A: My family has played a huge role—especially my dad, my sister, and even my sister’s boyfriend. They support me in different ways, making sure I’m fine in school.

Q13: What is your greatest struggle as a student?

A: Reading. It’s very difficult for me to sit down and study consistently.

Q14: Have you ever failed as a student? What happened?

A: Yes, in my first semester. I failed Chemistry practicals because I didn’t study my manual and missed attendance. I also failed Computer for similar reasons.

Q15: Do you feel you’re working in purpose with your current course?

A: Yes, though I don’t yet have full assurance.

Q16: Describe your course in one word.

A: Universal.