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Oladimeji (Prince) Adepoju

Student Union President at the University of Sunderland

Prince Oladimeji Adepoju commenced his career in 2003 at Federal Polytechnic Offa in Nigeria, where he pursued a degree in Computer Engineering. He served as the Director of Hardware for the Computing Club and established his Computing Center in 2004. Subsequently, he advanced his education at the National Open University, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Technology in 2010, followed by another Degree in System Engineering at the University of Sunderland in 2022. Additionally, he holds certifications in Cisco, CompTia, Exim, ISACA, Microsoft, and AWS.

With over 15 years of experience in various sectors, including Telecomms, IT, Recruitment, Retail, Hospitality, Finance, Consulting, Business, and Higher Education, he has undertaken diverse roles in IT positions. Some noteworthy projects he personally handled include the re-engineering of IT departments, automation of reporting systems, creation of Security Gateway/Firewall, Intranet Messaging Systems, and more.

Currently, serving as the second Tenure Student Union President at the University of Sunderland, Prince Oladimeji Adepoju has worked in various capacities and is deeply invested in student well-being and mental health. Driven by his enthusiasm and passion for IT, he recently underwent AWS training and obtained certification. Furthermore, he is pursuing a Ph.D., focusing his research on Advanced Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection in 5G Network Forensics, Firewall Technologies, and AI/ML-driven Routing Strategies.

Join us as we discuss about:

  • Common challenges faced by migrants in the UK job market
  • Navigating the immigration process effectively and efficiently
  • Strategies for overcoming the language and cultural barriers
  • Strategies for effectively showcasing and utilizing the existing skills and experience
  • Seeking information on available resources and support services specifically targeted to migrants seeking employment in the UK
  • Strategies for building resilience and confidence in the face of job search challenges in the UK
  • Policy recommendations and advocacy efforts to address the systematic barriers faced by migrants in the UK

Date & Time:

14 December 2023
 1 PM (UK Time)

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