GIMPA Deputy Rector Challenges Alumni: Don't Just Build, Mentor the Next Generation
GIMPA is on a mission to become a world-class institution, and its Deputy Rector, Professor Ebenezer Adaku, has a clear message for its alumni: your support must go beyond bricks and mortar. Speaking at the commissioning of a new reception facility donated by alumni, he called on graduates to invest their time, expertise, and mentorship to shape Ghana's future leaders.
Professor Adaku made it plain: universities that lead globally do so because of sustained alumni contributions. 'Universities that are leading in terms of influence and impact have become great because of the contributions of alumni,' he said. 'We cannot make this institute great without the support of the alumni.'
Why Alumni Mentorship Matters for GIMPA's Future
The Deputy Rector stressed that quality education is a public good, but delivering it requires collective effort. He urged alumni to collaborate closely with management, moving beyond physical infrastructure to intellectual resources. 'We need them to come on board as mentors to groom the next generation of leaders,' he explained. 'They have become great in their own fields; they have become influential in the economy. We need them to perpetuate the cycle of excellence so that tomorrow we'll have more people walking in their shoes.'
Infrastructure Gaps: What GIMPA Needs Now
Professor Adaku also outlined pressing infrastructure needs, including additional classrooms, syndicate rooms, modern teaching technologies, and a large-capacity auditorium for 2,000 to 4,000 people. 'We need spaces where top leaders can advance knowledge and new ideas for society,' he said. The new reception facility, he noted, is a commendable gesture, but the journey is far from over.
How Alumni Can Drive Economic Growth Through Education
For Ghana's development, investing in institutions like GIMPA is a smart bet. The Deputy Rector's call aligns with a broader vision: building a skilled workforce that drives entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic growth. Alumni who have excelled in business, government, and the diaspora have a unique opportunity to give back — not just with donations, but with their stories, networks, and guidance.
GIMPA's Vision: A Hub for Leadership and Innovation
Management is ready to work with alumni to achieve long-term goals. 'The alumni are a great resource that this institute needs to tap into,' Professor Adaku stated. 'Management is ready to collaborate so that we can achieve our institutional goals.' For Ghanaians at home and abroad, this is a call to action: be part of building a world-class institution that will produce the leaders of tomorrow.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did GIMPA's Deputy Rector ask alumni to do?
Professor Ebenezer Adaku asked alumni to contribute their expertise and mentorship, not just physical infrastructure, to help shape the next generation of leaders at GIMPA.
Why is alumni support important for GIMPA?
Alumni support is crucial because leading universities globally achieve greatness through sustained contributions from their graduates, and GIMPA cannot realise its vision without similar backing.
What infrastructure does GIMPA currently need?
GIMPA needs additional classrooms, syndicate rooms, modern teaching technologies, and a large auditorium capable of seating 2,000 to 4,000 people for lectures and public engagements.
How can diaspora Ghanaians get involved with GIMPA?
Diaspora Ghanaians can mentor current students, share their professional expertise, and collaborate with GIMPA's management to support the institution's long-term goals and perpetuate a cycle of excellence.