ATU eulogises Professor Anaba Alemna
The 4th edition of the Accra Technical University Library Mentorship Programme celebrated the remarkable career and contributions of Professor Anaba Alemna, a distinguished scholar and Emeritus Professor of Information Studies at the University of Ghana.
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Prof. Alemna, who began his career in 1987, has made significant impacts in teaching, research and administration, serving as Head of Department, Acting Dean, University Librarian, and mentoring numerous faculty members. His dedication to faculty development and student guidance has been invaluable.
Achievement of Prof. Alemna
The programme highlighted his achievements, including revising academic programmes, improving library services, and instituting the Professor A.A. Alemna Prize for outstanding Master of Arts (MA) students in Information Studies.
Prof. Alemna remains active in library inspections and accreditations, contributing to the growth of the academic community.
He shared his expertise and experiences at the 4th Mentorship Programme.
The event provided a platform for the professor to reflect on his career and offer guidance to the next generation of library professionals.
Hope in library
Prof. Alemna emphasised the need for improvement and also said he was hopeful about the future of public libraries, citing the potential growth and development under dedicated leadership.
“Public libraries have been a headache in this country for a long time. However, I think public libraries are picking up. With the new staff, directors and people there now, I think something good is coming,” he said.
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He also addressed the importance of library staff not necessarily having a background in library studies before they could become librarians.
“It is not compulsory, but if you are working in the library and you want to understand us, our language, our systems, and all that, ideally, if you got a qualification in libraries, you will be able to,” he added.
He highlighted the value of specialised knowledge in enhancing the quality of library services, while also acknowledging the potential for staff from diverse backgrounds to contribute to the library’s success.
Throughout the programme, Prof. Alemna shared insights from his extensive experience in teaching, research and administration, inspiring the audience with his passion for library services and his commitment to mentoring future professionals.