Our Educational Titles Must Reflect Integrity And Environmental Stewardship – PUG Chancellor

The Chancellor of the Presbyterian University, Ghana (PUG), and Moderator of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye, has challenged educational institutions in the country to produce graduates who uphold integrity and environmental responsibility, rather than individuals who merely acquire titles and certificates.

Speaking at the University’s 19th Congregation Ceremony at the Ramseyer Training Centre in Abetifi-Kwahu where 814 students graduated, he expressed worry over the increasing levels of corruption and environmental destruction, especially the illegal mining menace which he said undermine the credibility of Ghana’s education system.

He stated that the situation raises concerns about whether tertiary institutions are equipping students with the right values and patriotism needed to advance national development.

According to him, the Presbyterian University, Ghana’s holistic education model focuses on developing the mind, heart, and hands— producing graduates who are disciplined, hardworking, morally upright, practically skilled, orderly, and self-reliant.

Rt. Rev. Dr. Opare Kwakye warned that failure to address corruption and environmental pollution will continue to erode national progress and cast doubt on the relevance of the large number of educated persons the country produces each year.

In a related development, the Vice Chancellor of PUG, Prof. John Ofosu Anim, revealed that about 50 graduates from the institution have gained admission into the Ghana School of Law and have subsequently been called to the Bar.

He urged them to uphold the rule of law and provide legal support to the vulnerable, especially those who cannot afford legal services.