GAUA-KNUST raises concerns over proposed changes to university statutes

The Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA-KNUST) has expressed concerns over proposed changes to Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology's (KNUST) statutes. The Association opposes the inclusion of Statute 79, which would merge the Alumni Association with the broader alumni community, arguing that this could undermine the freedom of association guaranteed under Article 21(1) of the 1992 Constitution.

GAUA-KNUST also opposes changes to the appointment of Pro Vice-Chancellors and Deans, claiming that staff participation is crucial for transparency, accountability, and effective governance. The Association proposes retaining the Alumni Relations Office (ARO) under the Registrar to coordinate relations between KNUST and its alumni, and suggesting the establishment of an Alumni Relations Liaison Committee to provide an advisory role without executive powers.

For Pro Vice-Chancellors and Deans, GAUA-KNUST advocates for transparent and competitive processes involving staff participation, to ensure academic and institutional leadership. The Association remains open to dialogue and committed to achieving a fair, lawful, and administratively sound resolution.