2nd Session of 30th Congregation: UEW Celebrates 7,951 Graduands
Prof. Stephen Jobson Mitchual, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), has underscored the University’s steady growth in access, infrastructure and academic quality at the second session of its 30th Congregation.
The event commenced at the Jophus Anamuah-Mensah Conference Centre on Wednesday, 22nd April, 2026 and is expected to climax on Saturday, 25th April, 2026.
Addressing graduands, faculty and guests, Prof. Mitchual announced that recent engagements with the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) have affirmed UEW’s progress in quality assurance, governance and inclusivity. He noted that the University was commended for its deliberate investment in inclusive education including the establishment of a purpose-built Braille Library and improvements in accessibility across campus.
Prof. Mitchual disclosed that the University had completed modern, university-owned Distance Education study centres in Cape Coast and Accra, in addition to existing facilities in Techiman and Tamale. He stated that additional centres are under development to enhance accessibility and foster conducive learning environments. These will include lecture halls, libraries and specialised academic spaces.
The Vice-Chancellor highlighted the successful rollout of structured, self-instructional text-based courseware for distance learners, supported by weekend tutorials. He also pointed to the introduction of a Radio Lecture Series on Radio Windy Bay 98.3 FM. This, he stated, allows students to access lessons via radio, online streaming and interactive digital platforms.
“This initiative ensures that distance learners are not just reached but actively engaged anytime and anywhere,” he noted.
Prof. Mitchual further announced the expansion of the University’s postgraduate portfolio for distance education with new Master of Education programmes in Early Grade Education and Social Studies. According to him, these programmes are designed to respond directly to national educational needs while efforts are underway to secure accreditation for additional specialised programmes.
The Vice-Chancellor highlighted that UEW continues to align strongly with national priorities in higher education, particularly in governance, digitalisation, infrastructure expansion and quality assurance. He emphasised that the University’s Distance Education programmes remain central to this vision, providing flexible, technology-driven learning opportunities for working professionals, in-service teachers and learners in underserved communities.
“This congregation is not only a celebration of academic achievement but also a reflection of our commitment to expanding access to quality higher education and supporting national development,” he stated.
The Vice-Chancellor revealed that a total of 7,951 students would be graduating during the second session, comprising 6,517 Bachelor’s degree holders, 457 diploma recipients and 949 postgraduate graduands including 31 PhDs and 264 MPhil graduates. He described the figures as a clear indication of UEW’s growing academic depth and research capacity.
Significantly, Prof. Mitchual noted that 65% of the graduating cohort are female, describing this as a strong signal of progress in gender inclusion and empowerment in higher education. He further disclosed that about 45% of undergraduate graduands attained First Class and Second Class Upper Division honours, demonstrating that the University’s expansion efforts have not compromised academic standards.
The Vice-Chancellor commended their resilience in balancing academic work with professional and personal responsibilities. He urged them to uphold the University’s motto, “Education for Service,” and to demonstrate integrity, competence and professionalism in their respective fields.
“As graduates of this University, let your knowledge become service and your service become transformation. Wherever you go, carry the name of UEW not just as a credential but as a responsibility,” he advised.
The four-day congregation ceremony, which will end on Saturday, 25th April, 2026, will see graduate school students and additional cohorts from distance study centres conferred with their degrees, marking another milestone in the University’s mission to transform knowledge into national development.
