Bucalevu Secondary School Vice-Principal, Mr Sekope Korolevu, with students.

The Fiji National University’s (FNU) Student Liaison Outreach Programme (SLOP) officially commenced yesterday in Taveuni, marking the first time the nationwide initiative has launched its outreach from the Garden Island.

The FNU Outreach Team from the Division of Marketing and Communications (DMC) launched the programme at Bucalevu Secondary School on 26 May 2026, where students in Year 13 received valuable guidance on tertiary education opportunities, career pathways and application processes.

As part of the Taveuni outreach, the team will also visit Niusawa Methodist High School, Holy Cross College, South Taveuni Secondary School and newly established Wainikeli Junior Secondary School this week.

The SLOP campaign will continue nationwide until 30 July, with FNU teams travelling across the Western, Eastern and Northern divisions, including maritime schools in Beqa, Yasawa and Levuka, to visit more than 160 secondary schools throughout Fiji.

Acting Director Marketing and Communications, Ms Ella Bennion, said the outreach programme is designed to ensure that students, regardless of their geographical location, have access to accurate information and support as they prepare for life after secondary school.

“At FNU, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to dream big and make informed decisions about their future. SLOP is more than just an outreach programme, it is about inspiring confidence, opening doors and showing students, that quality education and career opportunities are within their reach, no matter where they come from in Fiji,” Ms Bennion said.

FNU staff conduct an outreach session at Bucalevu Secondary School.

She stated that taking the programme directly to schools in remote and maritime areas remained a key priority for the University.

“We are committed to reaching students in every corner of the country because talent exists everywhere. By taking FNU to their doorstep, we are helping students better understand their options and empowering them to pursue careers that will contribute meaningfully to their communities and the nation.”

The Vice-Principal of Bucalevu Secondary School, Mr Sekope Korolevu, said the outreach session was particularly important for Year 13 students who will soon transition into tertiary education.

“The session has provided our students with a clearer understanding of career pathways and the courses available at FNU. We are grateful that the University has travelled to Taveuni to engage directly with our students and encourage them to plan confidently for their future,” Mr Korolevu said.

Year 13 student and Head Boy, Petero Dauniseka, added that the information shared during the session was beneficial not only for current students, but also for younger students preparing for their senior school years.

“The outreach helped us understand the different study options and careers available after high school. I will also share the information with my younger siblings so they can start thinking about their future pathways early,” he added.