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KNUST E-Learning Centre Joins IPO in celebrating 20 Years of Internationalization with cultural display and food fair


The International Programmes Office (IPO) of KNUST, marked the 20th anniversary with a cultural display and food fair. The event, held at the Great Hall foyer, showcased an array of international cuisines and cultural performances, bringing out the diversity of the university's global community.

IPO Celebrates 20yrs Of Internationalisation

Professor Daniel Duah, Dean of the IPO, welcomed everyone to the event, noting the importance of the occasion. He encouraged attendees to enjoy the diverse meals and to experience the cultural displays throughout the event.

Prof Daniel Duah -IPO Dean

“Today promises to be a very interesting one. We have a range of meals and cultural performances lined up. The judges for today’s event are from China, Kuwait, and Ghana. Please avoid approaching them during the judging process.

Judges of the IPO Event China, Kuwait and Ghana

They are here to evaluate the various presentations, and we want to ensure a fair process.” he said.

Celebrating Diversty - ipo @ 20

 Professor Esmeralda Manful, Vice Dean of the IPO, explained the importance of appreciating and celebrating cultural diversity.

Professor Esmeranda Manful - IPO VICE DEAN

“We are here to celebrate our differences and similarities, the food and performances today proves the rich cultural tapestry of our student body. Our students, representing various nationalities, will present their cultural traditions, including music, dance, and cuisine.” she said.

Cultural Perfomance - ipo

The event featured cultural performances from various countries represented at KNUST.

Culture IPO @20

Performers showcased traditional dances, spoken word, and music that reflected their cultural backgrounds.

Cultural Performance - IPO @ 20

The food fair featured dishes from different countries, including Germany, Gambia, Niger, Cameroon, and many others.

Food Fair - IPO @ 20

As part of the anniversary celebrations, attendees were encouraged to explore the various food stalls and experience the different cultural displays.

Food fair  - IPO @ 20 anniversary

The food fair provided an opportunity for guests to taste traditional dishes from across the globe and to engage with the cultural heritage of their peers.

Cultural Performance food fair - IPO @ 20

The session engaged participants in discussions ranging from scholarship opportunities and research collaborations to cultural exchanges and career prospects within Commonwealth member countries.

Cultural Performance and food fair - IPO @ 20

Students expressed enthusiasm about broadening their academic horizons and leveraging these opportunities to contribute meaningfully to global initiatives.

Cultural and Colorful performance @ ipo knust

Later in the day, a podcast discussion on travel facilitation and partnership support opportunities was scheduled. This podcast is to provide information on travel facilitation, partnerships, and student and staff mobility. Professor Duah explained the importance of this discussion for the KNUST community. “The podcast will cover essential topics related to travel support and mobility.
We have invited a senior officer from the Ghana Immigration Service to address issues such as resident permit renewals and other important matters.” he explained.

PODCAST ipo @ 20 knust

The day’s activities were designed to not only celebrate the IPO’s achievements over the past two decades but also to foster a sense of community and mutual understanding among students and staff at KNUST.

Cultural Performance from different countries @ ipo knustCultural and Colorful performance 2 @ ipo knust



As the cultural performances continued and attendees enjoyed the variety of international dishes, the 20th anniversary celebration of the International Programmes Office at KNUST proved to be a memorable and enriching experience for all involved.

Published: 29th August, 2024 Source: KNUST E-Learning Centre