AUCC and HAEC Successfully Host Second Annual Students Research Conference in Accra

The African University College of Communications (AUCC), in collaboration with the HBCU Africa Education Coalition (HAEC) proudly hosted the second annual Students Research. Conference and Project Presentations in Accra. Held at Discovery House, AUCC, Adabraka, on June 13, 2024, this event showcased the academic excellence and creativity of students from both AUCC and HAEC.

“Most schools pile up the research papers students submit for their final year projects. I commend AUCC for taking a step further by making student final project works more practical,” said Professor K. E. Francis Nunoo, Director of Tertiary Education at the Ghana Ministry of Education, who served as a special guest at the event. Professor Nunoo expressed his enthusiasm for the students’ projects and the diversity of their topics, commending AUCC for their commitment to practical learning and academic excellence.

Centered on the theme “Practicalizing Academics to Address 21st Century Challenges, Ghana,” the conference provided a platform for students to present their research and projects to industry and community members, faculty, students and administrators from both AUCC and HAEC. This fostered an environment of idea sharing, diverse perspectives, and constructive feedback. A highlight of the event was a panel discussion titled “Study Abroad: Opportunities & Experiences,” which provided students with valuable insights into international educational opportunities through HAEC.

In her address, Beverly Booker Ammah from HAEC expressed her excitement for the students to bring their research projects to fruition, emphasizing the importance of applying academic knowledge to real-world challenges.

According to Professor Abeku Blankson, President of AUCC, the collaboration between AUCC and HAEC aims to establish a lasting academic partnership, reinforcing their joint commitment to addressing 21st-century challenges through practical and impactful academic endeavors. This event marks a significant step forward in realizing that vision.