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Department of Economics Produces Valedictorian for the College of Humanities and Social Sciences
The Department of Economics at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) celebrated a remarkable achievement as one of its own, Mr. Michael Boateng Agyenim, was named the valedictorian for the College of Humanities and Social Sciences during the university’s 58th Congregation. This recognition highlights the department's commitment to academic excellence and the holistic development of its students.
Department of Economics Welcomes New Leadership as Outgoing Head Hands Over
In a significant transition during Department of Economics’ departmental board meeting, held on 11th of November, 2024, Prof. Mohammed Hadrat Yusif officially handed over the role of Head of Department to Prof. Eric Fosu Oteng-Abayie. This meeting brought together faculty members and staff to witness the ceremonial change in leadership and reflect on the achievements of the department under the outgoing head’s tenure.
The First Female Professor of Economics in Ghana
On April 15, 2024, the University Council of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, promoted Gace Nkansa Asante to the rank of Professor, effective August 1, 2022. This significant advancement marks her as the First Female Professor of Economics in Ghana. Warmest congratulations, Professor Grace Nkansa Asante.
Valedictorian for KNUST's 57th Congregation
Mr. Humphrey Ashimatey, of the Department of Economics, graduated with a CWA of 85.09, and is adjudged the overall best student for the 2023 graduating class. He is a product of Akatsi Senior High Technical School in the Volta region of Ghana.
As a student, his motivation stems from the innate desire to attain excellence in all spheres of his life and to achieve self-fulfillment. It was therefore not surprising that he obtained straight "A's" in all the courses he took as an undergraduate student.