Former Minister and distinguished alumnus Hon. Hackman Owusu Agyemang has called for Alumni to give back to their alma mater. Speaking on behalf of all recipients of the honorary doctorates at the 59th Congregation, he emphasised that the progress of every university is closely tied to the commitment of its alumni.
“Let us lift the spirit of giving back. Let us give in our own small measure, for when a society and its alumni give, universities rise; and when universities rise, nations advance; and when nations advance, humanity is the better for it,” he said.
Hon. Owusu Agyemang commended the KNUST Global Alumni Association and its leadership for keeping the alumni community united across generations. “You continue to remind us that though we may have passed through these halls at different times and in different seasons, we are bound by a shared duty to uphold the honour, growth and future of this University,” he stated. He expressed gratitude to the University for the recognition.
“To be recognised by one’s alma mater, one’s intellectual birthplace and national beacon of scholarship, is to be reminded that no life of service goes unnoticed. When one pours into the world, the world finds its way and time to pour back,” he said.
He reaffirmed the group’s renewed commitment to national development and the advancement of KNUST.
“We commit ourselves anew to shaping institutions and lives. We commit ourselves to becoming thought bearers, standing on the green eagle of knowledge and lighting the path for the next generation,” he shared.
This year’s congregation honoured several distinguished alumni whose contributions have impacted academia, industry, and national development:
Hon. Hackman Owusu Agyemang was awarded a Doctor of Science (DSc., Honoris Causa) for his service to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the KNUST Alumni Association, and national development.
Mr. Kwabena Amponsah, veteran publisher, received the Doctor of Letters (D.Litt., Honoris Causa) for his long-standing commitment to the publishing industry and support for KNUST’s Publishing Studies programme.
Mr. Daniel Fafene Acquaye, agricultural development expert, received a DSc., Honoris Causa for his contributions to Ghana’s agricultural sector and agricultural advancement at KNUST.
Dr. Ben K. D. Asante was honoured with a DSc., Honoris Causa for his significant contributions to the College of Engineering and extensive engineering and consulting services to KNUST and the nation.
Dr. Andrew Quarcoopome, a veterinarian, received the Distinguished Fellow Award for his impact on veterinary education and practice in Ghana.
Emeritus Professor Francis Boakye received the Distinguished Service Award for his decades of leadership in higher education and international academic collaboration.
Professor Victoria Pearl Dzogbefia was recognised as a Distinguished University Professor for her exemplary achievements as KNUST’s first female professor and her contributions to biotechnology and biochemistry education over more than three decades.