Pro Vice-Chancellor (RID) Engages National Service Personnel at Exit Meeting

The Pro Vice-Chancellor with responsibility for Research, Innovation and Development (RID), Professor Samuel Nii Ardey Codjoe, has held an exit meeting with the 2025/2026 cohort of National Service Personnel assigned to the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (RID) and the Research and Innovation Directorate (RID).

The meeting, held on 18 September 2026 at the Boardroom of the Research and Innovation Directorate, provided an opportunity for the Pro Vice-Chancellor to interact with the personnel, reflect on their experiences and obtain feedback on their year of service at the University. The meeting was also attended by the Deputy Registrar for the Office of the Pro VC.

Addressing the personnel, Professor Codjoe expressed his appreciation for their contributions to the work of the Office and the Directorate. He acknowledged the important role National Service Personnel play in supporting the day-to-day operations of the University and thanked them for their dedication throughout their period of service.

As part of the engagement, the Pro Vice-Chancellor invited the personnel to share their experiences, highlighting both the positive aspects of their service and areas where improvements could be made. The interactive session was intended to provide management with firsthand insights into the working experiences of National Service Personnel and identify opportunities to improve the service experience for subsequent cohorts.

During the discussions, the personnel reflected on their experiences in their respective units and shared insights into the various responsibilities they had undertaken during the year. Their contributions highlighted the diverse roles National Service Personnel play in supporting the administrative and operational activities of the Office and the Directorate.

While the personnel generally expressed satisfaction with their experiences at the University, some raised concerns about the time spent accessing medical care at the University Hospital. The issue formed part of the feedback shared during the meeting, drawing attention to an area that could benefit from further consideration.

The engagement also provided an opportunity for the personnel to reflect on their exposure to the University's working environment and the practical experience gained through their respective assignments.

The meeting formed part of efforts by the Pro Vice-Chancellor to promote open communication and strengthen engagement with staff and other personnel within his office and the Directorate. By providing a platform for National Service Personnel to share their experiences directly with management, the initiative sought to encourage constructive feedback and contribute to improvements in the working environment.

The exit meeting underscored the importance of recognising the contributions of National Service Personnel while drawing on their experiences to enhance the support and opportunities available to future cohorts.