Udeme Ufot to Address Strategic Communications Education Future

Udeme Ufot, the Group Managing Director of SO&U, is set to deliver a keynote address titled “Daring the Future of Strategic Communications Education in a Networked World” on 22 October 2026. This address will take place during the 20th anniversary celebration of the School of Media and Communication.

Ufot's presentation will focus on the evolution of communications education in light of digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and shifting audience expectations. He will discuss the necessary skills, attitudes, and values that future professionals must possess to effectively navigate emerging technologies, think strategically, build trust, and communicate responsibly in a connected world.

Additionally, Ufot will emphasize the importance of integrating academic learning with industry practice, fostering innovation, and challenging traditional methods of preparing students for the realities of the communications profession.