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The University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) has graduated 897 students from various programmes at its fourth congregation ceremony held in Accra.
The University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) has graduated 897 students from various programmes at its fourth congregation ceremony held in Accra.
Among the graduates, 803 students came from the Institute of Journalism, 53 from the Institute of Languages, and 41 from the Institute of Film and Television.
The ceremony marked a milestone in the university’s commitment to nurturing media, communication and creative arts professionals for national development.
It was held on the theme “Persuasion: Media, Communication and Influence of the Creative Arts for 21st-Century Education.
Speaking at the ceremony last Friday (November 28), the Vice-Chancellor of UniMAC, Professor Eric Opoku Mensah, congratulated the graduates on their achievement, urging them to see their education not only as a personal milestone but as a tool for national transformation.
“We are gathered here today to celebrate excellence, affirm purpose, and unleash a future generation of storytellers, analysts, communicators, translators, brand custodians, broadcasters, filmmakers, and creative innovators who will not just observe change but lead it,” he said.
Prof. Mensah highlighted the rapid pace of technological change, saying that artificial intelligence, digital platforms, and emerging media technologies are reshaping communication, governance and commerce.
“Persuasion is no longer just an art; it is a measure of leadership.
Who controls the narrative, influences the world,” he said.
Drawing on global examples, he pointed to the role of communication and media in movements such as Black Lives Matter and the Arab Spring, emphasising that graduates must leverage their skills to lead with integrity and impact.
“This year, we celebrate 897 graduands, comprising 676 females and 221 males. Among you, 109 have earned First Class honours, 486 Second Class Upper, 261 Second Class Lower, 86 Third Class, and 15 Passes. Congratulations on proving your perseverance and dedication,” Prof. Mensah added.
In a keynote address delivered on his behalf by Albert Agyei, the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, emphasised that UniMAC’s graduation represented “a significant milestone, not only in the lives of the over 800 students but also in the continued growth of UniMAC as a leading institution in the country’s high-tier education landscape.”
He highlighted UniMAC’s mission to provide high-quality education, training, and professional development in media, arts, and communication through teaching, research, innovation and practical engagements.
“This mission is grounded in three key pillars. First, equipping students with strong theoretical knowledge and practical skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving industry.
Second, fostering an environment that encourages artistic expression, critical thinking and innovation, empowering students to become creators, storytellers, designers, and communicators who influence society positively”, he said.
He further said that the graduates were ambassadors of UniMAC’s mission, ready to inform, educate, entertain, and impact society through their talents.
“Whether you become a journalist, filmmaker, communication strategist, designer, or public relations professional, the nation looks up to you to raise a standard of media and creative expression,” he emphasised.
The Chairman of the Governing Council, Professor Wilberforce S. Dzifa, commended UniMAC for its unique mandate as the country’s only specialised public university dedicated to media, communication and creative arts.
He highlighted the university’s deployment of a Learning Management System, enabling e-learning and digital engagement.
“Our graduates are Generation Z leaders equipped to leverage technology responsibly, ensuring that media, communication, and creative arts continue to drive national development and cultural preservation,” he added.
The valedictorian, Joana Nyina Adu-Amoani, speaking on behalf of the Class of 2025, expressed gratitude and reflected on the journey of the graduands.
She said, “Indeed, it has been the doing of the Lord, and thus far has He brought us.
Entering the gates of UniMAC at Level 100 was a dream come true for many of us.
For some of us, we were unsure if we were on the right path, but we had big expectations, some even bigger than ourselves, and we have not been disappointed.”
She recalled the rollercoaster ride of university life, late-night assignments, tense presentations, brainstorming sessions for news stories, screenplays and creative productions.
Ms Adu-Amoani acknowledged the lecturers as mentors, parental figures and friends who nurtured the students with knowledge, practical examples and guidance on embracing Ghanaian heritage and culture.
She affirmed that the graduands were well-prepared to make a positive impact in their respective industries.
