{
  "id": 9169659,
  "title": "UniMAC Dean urges freshers to build strong personal brands, networks",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/unimac-dean-urges-freshers-to-build-strong-personal-brands-networks",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-22T17:57:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/unimac-dean-urges-freshers-to-build-strong-personal-brands-networks/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dr. Ike Tandoh, the Dean of Students at the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC), has encouraged new students to cultivate their personal brands and establish robust networks during the Freshers’ Orientation held on Tuesday, September 22. During the event, which welcomed the 2026/2027 cohort of students, Dr. Tandoh emphasized the significance of intentionally shaping one's image and defining a desired reputation throughout their university tenure. He underscored the value of forming genuine connections and networking, asserting that these relationships could pave the way for opportunities both during and after their time at UniMAC. Dr. Tandoh urged the incoming students to engage with their peers, instructors, and industry professionals, utilizing the resources and possibilities presented to them. The orientation featured the Vice Chancellor, Professor Eric Opoku Mensah; the Acting Registrar, Dr. Obaapanyin Oforiwaa Adu; university officials; and the new students, all working together to familiarize the incoming class with the university's culture, expectations, and opportunities.",
  "summary": "The Dean of Students at the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC), Dr Ike Tandoh, has urged freshers to build their personal brands and develop strong networks to create opportunities for themselves.",
  "key_points": [
    "Dr. Ike Tandoh urges new students to build personal brands.",
    "Emphasizes importance of forming genuine connections and networks.",
    "Encourages engagement with peers, instructors, and industry professionals."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}