In a display of collaborative and proactive leadership, student representatives from all departments within the KNUST College of Engineering convened for a strategic meeting. The session, chaired by the President of the Ghana Engineering Students Association (GESA), Stephen Owusu, aimed to review ongoing initiatives, address student welfare challenges, and improve the academic experience.
The meeting provided a comprehensive platform for departmental presidents to report on key activities implemented this semester. Updates were shared on the progress of orientation programmes, mentorship schemes, skills development workshops, internship coordination, and academic support platforms. The reports highlighted a unified student leadership effort to bolster professional development and foster a robust academic support network across the College.
A significant portion of the deliberations focused on student welfare. Leaders candidly discussed pressing concerns, including the accessibility of engineering facilities, constraints regarding available tutorial venues, and the need for more structured academic support for standardised courses. The dialogue was steered towards devising practical, sustainable solutions to improve the daily experience of engineering students.
A key agenda item centred on academic policy, specifically the ongoing review of the current assessment structure (70% Final Examination and 30% Mid-Semester). Student representatives resolved to gather comprehensive, data-driven feedback from the wider student body through a structured survey. The objective is to formulate informed recommendations that address issues of fairness and effectiveness, potentially guiding future adjustments to the assessment framework.
Looking ahead, the meeting also marked the commencement of preparations for the global World Engineering Day, scheduled for 4th March. A dedicated planning committee was formed, comprising student leaders from various departments, to ensure a well-coordinated and impactful outreach programme that celebrates engineering contributions and inspires the next generation.
This strategic engagement reaffirms the student executives' collective commitment to championing student welfare, advocating academic excellence, and driving a culture of continuous improvement.
