The University of Education, Winneba (UEW), recently celebrated a momentous occasion as it welcomed a cohort of 10,158 fresh students for the 2023/2024 academic year. The annual matriculation ceremonies, held on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at the Winneba and Ajumako campuses, marked the beginning of a transformative academic journey for these newcomers.
With an impressive turnout, the matriculation ceremonies officially inducted the fresh students as junior members of the university community, granting them all the rights and privileges recognized by UEW. Addressing the matriculants, Prof. Stephen Jobson Mitchual, Vice-Chancellor of UEW, reiterated the institution’s commitment to fostering intellectual growth and personal development among its students. He set a tone of academic excellence and service that would define their tenure at UEW.
A noteworthy aspect of this year’s intake was the commendable gender balance among the undergraduate cohort. Out of the total 9,053 undergraduate students, 4,502 were females and 5,656 were males, reflecting UEW’s dedication to gender inclusivity and the diverse talent pool it attracts and nurtures.
However, subtle variations in gender distribution were observed across academic levels and campuses. While females accounted for 45.3% of the undergraduate population, their representation decreased to 36.02% among the 1,105 postgraduate students. This highlighted the ongoing need to promote gender inclusivity and encourage female participation in advanced studies, a challenge that UEW remains committed to addressing through targeted initiatives and support programs.
Furthermore, demographic dynamics between the Ajumako and Winneba campuses revealed intriguing nuances. Ajumako, with 461 students, showed a slightly higher proportion of male students, whereas Winneba, boasting 9,697 students, exhibited a marginally higher representation of female students. These observations emphasized the diverse demographic tapestry within UEW and its commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Prof. Mitchual reiterated UEW’s dedication to providing top-quality support services and enhancing library resources to empower students to excel academically and contribute meaningfully to society. He urged the matriculants to embrace their role as agents of positive change within their communities, in line with the university’s motto, “Education for Service.”
Source: GESHub.org
