On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) Registrar's Department hosted its 7th Monthly Seminar at the Registrar's Conference Room on the North Campus.
Two talks throughout the occasion emphasised UEW's strategic goal to use new technology and cultural legacy for long-term impact.
Shiella Appiah-Kubi, Mrs.
Shiella Appiah-Kubi, Mrs.
An Assistant Registrar at the Directorate of Quality Assurance named Mrs. Shiella Appiah-Kubi made a strong case for using Theatre for Development (TfD) to bolster the Vice-Chancellor's Community Initiative Program (VCCIP) in her presentation. Mrs. Shiella Appiah-Kubi underlined the transforming power of participatory theatre and stressed that "development begins from the mind." She pointed out that communities create ownership and long-lasting solutions when they recognise and dramatise their own problems.
She used her experience working with a community that was exploited by unlicensed savings collectors to demonstrate this strategy. She assisted in igniting the creation of a nearby rural bank that is still in operation today via a TfD initiative. In order to overcome cultural barriers and strengthen disadvantaged communities, her suggestion suggests incorporating TfD within UEW's programs, especially those that support STEM education, vocational training, and adult literacy.
We use a top-down strategy much too often. The community may never visit a hospital if it is constructed without their involvement. "TfD provides a culturally grounded approach to learning, communication, and mindset change," she said.
Samuel Krow Anim, Mr.
Samuel Krow Anim, Mr.
The advancement of digital transformation inside UEW's administrative responsibilities was another main topic of the conference. In his provocative study, "Advancing Administrative Effectiveness through Artificial Intelligence (AI)," Mr. Samuel Krow Anim urged an organised integration of AI technologies to improve the institution's overall efficiency, responsiveness, and data-driven decision-making.
Mr. Anim described how AI might simplify important procedures including communication systems, academic advising, student records management, and admissions. He referenced both domestic and international case studies, like Ashesi University's AI projects promoting operational efficiency and Georgia State University's predictive analytics platform that enhanced student retention.
"AI is a transformational catalyst, not just a tool. Mr. Anim highlighted, "It allows for real-time decision-making, lessens administrative workloads, and will position UEW to become a leader in innovative, responsive education."
The plan called for pilot projects, capacity-building initiatives, and a clear regulatory framework to guarantee that the use of AI complies with data protection laws and ethical norms.
Anyan, Mr. Jerry Addison
Anyan, Mr. Jerry Addison
The Division of Operations' Deputy Registrar, Mr. Jerry Addison Anyan, who is in charge of the Seminar Series' organising committee, praised the speakers for their progressive contributions and urged everyone to actively participate in honing these ideas.
Kamassah v. Mr. Steve
Kamassah v. Mr. Steve
The event's chair, Mr. Steve v. Kamassah, Deputy Registrar at the Division of Publications and Communication, emphasised the value of group involvement. He urged colleagues to study the materials carefully, prepare questions, and think about how they may apply these insights to their professional practice. "It is imperative that we not only attend but also contribute meaningfully," he stated.
The Registrar's Seminar demonstrated UEW's determination to combine tradition and technology as it pursues its goal of developing creative educators and advancing national development. UEW hopes to strengthen community ties, promote inclusive development, and establish itself as a globally recognised organisation dedicated to holistic empowerment via TfD and AI.
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