The University of Cape Coast (UCC) extends its heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Theresah Patrine Ennin of the Department of English on her appointment as a Presidential Staffer and Special Aide to the Vice-President of Ghana. This prestigious appointment is proof to her exceptional academic achievements, leadership, and dedication to research and advocacy.
Prof. Ennin has been a key figure in gender advocacy and research, having served as the Coordinator for Advocacy and Research at the Centre for Gender Research, Advocacy, and Documentation (CEGRAD) at UCC from 2019 to 2023. During her tenure, she played a vital role in advancing gender-based research and policy engagement.
She holds a PhD in African Languages and Literature from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA, where she was a Fulbright Scholar. Her academic journey also includes a Master of Philosophy degree in English from UCC, obtained in 2001, as well as a Bachelor of Education from the same institution.
A highly respected scholar, Prof. Ennin has made significant contributions to literary and gender studies. Her research has been featured in renowned journals such as West Africa Review, Spectrum: A Journal on Black Men, and Research in African Literatures. She is also the author of the book Men Across Time: Contesting Masculinities in Ghanaian Film and Fiction, which critically examines representations of masculinity in Ghanaian literary and cinematic works.
Beyond her scholarly contributions, Prof. Ennin is an active member of several professional associations, including the African Literature Association, the Modern Languages Association, and the African Studies Association (USA). These affiliations highlight her engagement in global academic discussions on African literature, culture, and gender studies.
UCC takes immense pride in Prof. Ennin’s remarkable accomplishments and wishes her success in her new role as Special Aide to the Vice-President of Ghana. Her appointment is a well-deserved recognition of her dedication to academia and national development.
Source: GESHub.org
