GCTU has held a three-day orientation programme for its 2025/2026 freshers from February 10 to 12, 2026, at the Great Hall, aimed at introducing students to the University’s culture, facilities and academic expectations.
The orientation adopted a decentralized format, with separate sessions organized for each faculty, including the Faculty of Computing and Information Systems (FoCIS), the Faculty of Engineering and the Business School.
Speaking at the event, the Registrar, Mr. Emmanuel Baidoo, on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Emmanuel Afoakwa, University Management and the Governing Council, welcomed the students and encouraged them to take full advantage of the opportunities available at GCTU. He presented an overview of the University’s history, highlighting its transition from a private institution to a public university following the promulgation of the GCTU Act, 2020 (Act 1022).
Mr. Baidoo also outlined the University’s mission, vision and core values, emphasizing GCTU’s mandate to support the government’s technological agenda in Ghana and across the West African sub-region. He reiterated the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of transforming GCTU into Ghana’s Silicon Valley and beyond, positioning the institution as a centre of excellence in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) education and training.
He reminded the students that university education demands maturity and personal responsibility, urging them to attend lectures regularly, actively participate in academic activities, consult the student handbook, verify information through official channels, safeguard their personal belongings and adhere strictly to the University’s rules and regulations. He further advised students to seek assistance from the appropriate offices when faced with challenges.
In her remarks, the Dean of Student Affairs, Prof. Emelia Amoako-Asiedu, congratulated the freshers on their admission and assured them of her office’s commitment to supporting their wellbeing, career development and discipline. She explained that students’ conduct on campus is governed by established rules and regulations and violations attract sanctions. She therefore encouraged students to respect University facilities and take responsibility for their personal safety and the protection of institutional property.
The event was attended by key stakeholders, including Directors and Officers from various Directorates, Deans of Faculty and Heads of Departments. They delivered presentations outlining the services available to students and clarifying institutional expectations to support a successful academic journey.
The Student Representative Council (SRC) also addressed the freshers, providing an overview of its operations, activities and programmes designed to enhance student life and representation on campus.
The orientation concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, during which students sought clarification on academic and administrative matters and shared feedback. Following the general orientation, individual faculties are expected to hold their own faculty-specific orientation sessions to address the unique needs and interests of their students.
