Prof. Philip Kwaku Kankam

It is my distinct pleasure to welcome you to the Department of Information Studies in the School of Information and Communication Studies, University of Ghana. 

Our department is committed to achieving excellence in information studies. We understand the significant influence that proficient information has on both public and private sectors, and we are dedicated to our critical role in this domain. Our mission is to cultivate exceptional information professionals who will inspire, empower, and revolutionize the field of information studies. 

As the Head of the Department of Information Studies, I am privileged to lead a team of enthusiastic and devoted educators, researchers, and support staff. Our collective commitment is to deliver exceptional education and training to our students. We have carefully designed our programs to provide students with the essential knowledge, skills, and innovative techniques required to thrive in a fast-changing, information-driven world. 

In particular, we focus on preparing qualified individuals for professional careers in library science, archives, and other information-related disciplines. Our curriculum is designed to produce competent information professionals who can facilitate the flow of information in our rapidly changing society. We also emphasize the development of advanced information services and the continuous evaluation and improvement of these services. 

I encourage you to visit our department's website to discover more about our academic offerings, faculty, research initiatives, and the outstanding accomplishments of our students and alumni. Whether you are considering joining us as a student, already part of our department, collaborating with us as a partner organization, or simply exploring, we believe you will find a wealth of valuable information and inspiration. 
Thank you for your interest in the Department of Information Studies. We are thrilled to begin this educational journey with you and are eager to collaborate in making a significant impact in this field.