The Takoradi Technical University, TTU celebrated over 2,000 students as they were awarded their degrees, diplomas and certificates at the two-day graduation ceremony for the 2023/2024 academic year.
On Friday and Saturday, December 20 and 21, 2024, respectively, graduation sessions saw students graduate in various disciplines from the Faculty of Applied Arts and Technology, Faculty of Built and Natural Environment, Center for Languages and Liberal Studies, Faculty of Applied Science, Faculty of Business Studies, and Faculty of Engineering.
In all, six hundred and ninety-six were awarded with Bachelor of Technology degrees, and one thousand nine hundred and eighty-three were awarded with higher national diplomas.
Addressing the students and families, Vice Chancellor of TTU, Rev. Prof John Frank Eshun, said the ceremony offers graduands, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to commemorate the completion of a remarkable chapter in their lives alongside their families and friends while cherishing the memories of a significant part of their educational journey.
“Every graduation ceremony offers the University a defining moment to celebrate the magnitude of our achievements with the students, partners, stakeholders, and the global community. It is also a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our graduands to commemorate the completion of a remarkable chapter in their lives, alongside their families and friends, while cherishing the memories of a significant part of their educational journey.
As we stand on the threshold of this graduation, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to God, recognizing His protection, guidance, and blessings throughout the academic year. We have all worked diligently, and it is by His grace that we have come this far, both as individuals and as an institution. Praise be to His name.”
Rev. Prof. John Eshun highlighted the university’s commitment to delivering quality education, fostering robust industry partnerships, and equipping graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their chosen fields.
He added that the University has expanded academic opportunities by establishing 3 new faculties, namely the Faculty of Health and Allied Sciences, the Faculty of Maritime and Nautical Studies, and the Faculty of Media Technology and Liberal Studies, making a total of 10 faculties.
“Mr Chairman, in the 2023/2024 academic year, the university successfully turned out two thousand six hundred and seventy-eight (2,678) graduands. In all, six hundred and ninety-five (695) will be awarded Bachelor of Technology degrees and one thousand nine hundred and eighty-three (1,983) to be awarded Higher National Diplomas.
Additionally, we remain dedicated to maintaining a supportive and conducive learning environment, continually striving to enhance the overall student experience.”
I would like to take this opportunity to reaffirm the University’s commitment to delivering quality education, fostering robust industry partnerships, and equipping our graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their chosen fields. We pledge to uphold our mission of academic excellence, research, innovation, and community engagement, ensuring that today’s graduates are well-prepared to make meaningful contributions to society and industry.
He said, “The TTU Vice Chancellor also acknowledged the graduates’ hard work, adding that “it is a great honour to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and achievement of the graduates.”
Meanwhile, the best-graduating students from various faculties received awards in cash prizes, citations, and others.
