10 UG Students Benefit from GHS 45,000 Scholarships by Progress in Education

Ten brilliant but financially disadvantaged students of the University of Ghana have received scholarships amounting to GHS 45,000 from Progress in Education (PIE), a charitable organisation committed to advancing access to education.

The scholarships were presented through the University’s Student Financial Aid Office (SFAO) at a brief ceremony on campus. Mr. John Davis, a representative of PIE, reiterated the organisation’s dedication to supporting deserving students and emphasised that continued assistance would be contingent on academic performance and commitment.

Representing University Management, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs, Prof. Gordon Awandare, expressed profound gratitude to PIE. He noted that the partnership comes at a critical time when the University is grappling with financial constraints and called for more collaborations to ensure that all students, regardless of background, have access to quality education.

Registrar, Mrs. Emelia Agyei-Mensah, applauded PIE’s contribution and urged the beneficiaries to make the most of the opportunity. She encouraged them to be proactive and bold in the pursuit of knowledge, reminding them that “the world rewards those who make their presence felt.”

The National Director of PIE, Rev. Dr. Emmanuel Ansah, shared the organisation’s journey, which began in the year 2000 with the provision of computers and lab equipment to over 40 senior high schools across Ghana. He noted that the initiative has since expanded to support students at the tertiary level as part of its evolving focus.

Head of the Student Financial Aid Office, Ms. Selina Torrison Saaka, thanked the donors and announced that the office is preparing to host a national conference to celebrate its 20th anniversary. The event will highlight the impact of financial aid and seek to broaden mentorship opportunities for students across the country.

The presentation ceremony brought together university officials, students, and representatives of PIE, marking the beginning of what both parties described as a promising partnership in support of educational equity.