Kumasi Technical University Hosts EU UNIHUBS Consortium Meeting to Drive Digital Innovation in Higher Education
Picture: The Vice-Chancellor (seated middle) in a group photo with members of the consortium after the meeting
Kumasi Technical University (KsTU) has successfully hosted the European Union (EU) UNIHUBS Consortium Meeting at the University's Council Chamber. The meeting brought together key stakeholders dedicated to fostering collaboration in digital innovation, higher education transformation, and interprofessional development.
The Vice-Chancellor of KsTU, Prof. Gabriel Dwomoh, welcomed the distinguished delegates from the consortium, including representatives from Erasmus University Rotterdam and other partner institutions. In his opening remarks, Prof. Dwomoh expressed appreciation to the EU and the members of the consortium for their commitment to advancing digital transformation in education.
“It is a pleasure and an honour to welcome you all to Kumasi Technical University and to the EU UNIHUBS Consortium. Your presence underscores our collective commitment to shaping the future of higher education through digital innovation. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the European Union for investing in projects like UNIHUBS, which develop innovative digital resources, promote interprofessional collaboration, and build sustainable networks for digital transformation,” he stated.
The meeting served as a platform for meaningful dialogue, knowledge-sharing, and strategic action, reaffirming KsTU’s commitment to supporting the objectives of the consortium. Participants took turns to introduce themselves to the University’s team and discussed the collaborative efforts towards achieving the project’s goals.
Madam Marketa Geerts who represented Erasmus University Rotterdam, commended KsTU’s active role in the consortium, highlighting the University’s technical and medical support in addressing the evolving needs of education and digital transformation.
“KsTU is one of our esteemed consortium partners, and we are grateful to have you on board. We are proud of the technical and medical support provided by the University, and we deeply appreciate the leadership of both the Vice-Chancellor and his team in addressing the evolving needs of education and digital transformation,” she remarked.
She further acknowledged the contributions of Prof. Charles Akomea Bonsu and other faculty members for their dedication and hard work in driving digital innovation initiatives.
In addition to the discussions, participants embarked on a tour around Kumasi, exploring the city’s rich cultural and educational landscape. The consortium meeting marks a significant milestone in KsTU’s efforts to position itself as a leader in digital transformation within higher education. Over the next few days, deliberations will focus on strategic actions, policy alignment, and implementation plans to ensure the success of the UNIHUBS Project.
