Garden City University (GCU) has held its 17th congregation for the Midwifery Department to celebrate the academic achievements of 2,494 graduates at a colourful ceremony held on Tuesday, November 25, 2025
The event, which took place at the university’s premises at Kenyasi in the Kwabre East district of the Ashanti Region, also marked the 25th anniversary of the institution.
Families, academics, industry leaders and dignitaries attended the ceremony themed “25 Years of Impact and Beyond: Sustaining Excellence and Innovation for National Transformation”.
The guest speaker, Dr Daniel McKorley, a prominent entrepreneur, business leader and philanthropist, praised the university’s commitment to excellence and innovation.
He highlighted how the institution had adapted to Ghana’s evolving needs, particularly in healthcare, technology and entrepreneurship.
“This has reflected in producing thousands of graduates shaping industries, institutions, and communities, a mark that needs to be commended and appreciated,” he said.
Dr McKorley, popularly known as Mac Dan, noted that while many graduates across the country struggle to find practical direction after school, Garden City University had distinguished itself by aligning education with industry requirements.
“In a country where too many graduates struggle to find direction after school, Garden City University has positioned itself as a centre for practical education and industry alignment,” he said, drawing applause from the audience.
In his address to the graduating students, Dr McKorley urged them to embrace discipline, financial literacy, and perseverance in their careers.
“Never do average works whether you are starting a business or working for someone, let your name be associated with quality,” he said.
He reminded them that success was not accidental but rather the outcome of consistent effort.
“Success is not magic, it is the result of repeated effort, even on days when you are tired, frustrated, or feel stuck,” he added.
He further encouraged the graduands to take control of their financial futures.
“Learn how money works, learn how to save, invest, and grow your resources. Financial ignorance is too expensive in today’s world,” he noted, stressing the importance of financial empowerment as a foundation for stability and growth.
The Acting President of Garden City University, Nana Kwaku Owusu-Kwarteng, used the occasion to appeal to the Ministry of Education to fulfill its commitment to support private university lecturers with Master’s Degrees to pursue their doctorates.
He said such support would enhance the quality of academic delivery and help build strong institutions.
He also called on the government to provide buses, computers and other logistics to private universities to boost teaching and learning.
Nana Owusu-Kwarteng advised the graduating class to uphold the values, discipline and integrity instilled in them by the institution.
“Carry the torch of this university and uphold the good principles that have carried you this far,” he said.
He encouraged them to be ambassadors of excellence in their respective communities and fields of work.
Some of the graduates expressed excitement about stepping into the professional world, especially in the field of midwifery, where their skills are in high demand.
The event ended with presentations to outstanding students and a renewed commitment from the university to continue shaping future leaders.
Miss Linda Belinder Kusifer was adjudged the Best Midwifery Student.
Story by Francis Appiah
