Ho Technical University graduates 1,869 students
A total of 1,869 students from the Ho Technical University (HTU), have graduated after pursuing various Master of Technology, Bachelor of Technology degrees and Higher National Diploma programmes.
Out of the figure, 33 pursued postgraduate studies; 287 obtained First Class, 980 obtained Second Class Upper and 493 obtained Second Class Lower. Fifty-Nine obtained Third Class and 17 obtained Pass.
“Despite these classifications, it is essential to highlight that what truly mattered after graduation was the ability to leverage technical and entrepreneurial skills to create jobs, positively impact lives and contribute meaningfully to society,” the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ben Q. Honyenuga, told the graduating students at the graduation ceremony.
Remarkable growth
He said the HTU was experiencing remarkable growth and progress, adding that the profile of the academic staff had seen significant improvement over the past few years.
For instance, Professor Honyenuga stated that in 2019, there were only 14 faculty members with doctoral qualifications, and that number has now risen to over 90.
Further, the sole professorial rank was initially held by the vice chancellor, but there were now at least three professors, 14 associate professors and 51 senior lecturers at the university.
Shedding light on teaching and learning, Prof. Honyenuga announced that the HTU Business School had officially registered as a member of the Association of Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
That strategic partnership, he said, marked a significant step towards the HTU’s goal of obtaining AACSB accreditation in future.
Meanwhile, the vice chancellor said the HTU was home to approximately 25 international students from various countries across Africa and the university was making vigorous efforts to enhance the diversity of the student body.
Challenges
On challenges, Prof. Honyenuga said the lack of adequate housing options for both students and staff not only affected recruitment and retention, but also the overall satisfaction and well-being within the university community.
“Further, we are burdened by the high costs associated with essential equipment and advanced educational software needed to provide our students with a top-notch learning experience,” he added.
The vice-chancellor said addressing those challenges would be key to the HTU’s continued success and the institution's overall enrichment.
A revered fashion icon and product of the HTU, who was the Guest Speaker, Priscilla Adoboe, urged the fresh graduates not to discard any lucrative business idea due to initial and financial constraints.
“You need to be intentional and focused on that goal to achieve success,” she said.
The new and first female Council Chair of the HTU, who is also a Deputy Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), Professor Smile Gavua Dzisi, was introduced to the gathering.
