GCTU’s Faculty of Engineering has bid a heartfelt farewell to Ing. Isaac Kweku Hanson, the outgoing Head of Department for Telecom Engineering, a revered lecturer, in an emotional ceremony held at the faculty’s conference room on May 29, 2025, marking the end of his remarkable career.
The event honoured Ing. Hanson’s remarkable contribution to the University, bringing together faculty members within and outside the faculty and administrative staff to express heartfelt appreciation for his 18 years of dedicated service (2007-2025).
Speaking at the ceremony, the Acting Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ebenezer Malcalm, praised Ing. Hanson’s affable and gentle nature, recalling their initial meeting where he provided valuable insights into the University’s history and development. He highlighted his humility, crisis management skills and collaborative work on the M.Sc. Telecom Engineering and Telecom Management programmes.
The Acting Pro-VC expressed appreciation for Ing. Hanson’s contribution, noting that his departure would be deeply felt, especially given his role in establishing the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Support Services (ITSS). Prof. Malcalm concluded by extending the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa’s congratulations to Ing. Hanson on his retirement.
Giving her remarks, the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Dr. Ruhiya Abubakar, expressed her heartfelt appreciation to Ing. Hanson for his remarkable tenure and contributions. “As his former student and colleague, I have fond memories of working with him. I recall when I transitioned from the Graduate School to the Faculty of Engineering, he provided invaluable support. His calm demeanour in challenging situations is truly admirable,” Dr. Abubakar elaborated.
In his farewell speech, Ing. Hanson expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Management and the University community for the opportunity to serve, highlighting his appreciation for the experience and relationships built during his tenure. He emphasized that dedication is crucial to success, highlighting the importance of focusing on areas of interest. Ing. Hanson further stressed the value of patriotism, inspiring the audience with his parting words. He wished the faculty continued success and growth.
Goodwill messages were received from Deans, faculty members, fellow lecturers and administrative staff, including Dr. William Brown-Acquaye, Mr. Thomas Henaku, Ing. Kyere Frempong, Mrs. Nana Aba Ledger and Mr. Gabriel Gidisu, further highlighting Ing. Hanson’s impact and the esteem in which he is held by his colleagues.
