UEW Awards Scholarships to 10 Brilliant But Needy Students Under Vice-Chancellor's Initiative

Key Takeaways

• The University of Education, Winneba (UEW) has awarded scholarships to 10 brilliant but needy students from the Effutu and Ajumako traditional areas.
• The Vice-Chancellor's Community Initiative Programme (VCCIP) aims to expand access to higher education and support community development.
• The scholarship package covers tuition fees and accommodation and will continue until beneficiaries complete their bachelor's degrees.

The University of Education, Winneba (UEW) has taken a significant step towards bridging the gap in access to higher education for brilliant but needy students from the Effutu and Ajumako traditional areas. Under its Vice-Chancellor's Community Initiative Programme (VCCIP), the university has awarded scholarships to 10 deserving students.

The beneficiaries of the scholarship received the awards at a ceremony held at the University's Council Chamber on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Stephen Jobson Mitchual, described the scholarships as more than financial assistance, saying they represented hope, opportunity, and confidence in the students' potential.

A Brief History of the Vice-Chancellor's Community Initiative Programme

The Vice-Chancellor's Community Initiative Programme was established with the conviction that education remains one of the most powerful tools for social transformation and national development. The programme forms part of the University's broader vision to nurture future professionals, including doctors, engineers, computer scientists, teachers, and other skilled graduates from communities within UEW's catchment area.

Prof. Mitchual explained that the initiative was established to expand access to higher education and support community development. He stressed that no student with the talent, determination, and passion for higher education should be denied the opportunity to succeed because of financial difficulties.

Broader Implications of the Programme

The VCCIP has the potential to make a significant impact on the development of the Effutu and Ajumako traditional areas. By providing financial support to needy students, the programme is helping to create a pool of talented and skilled individuals who can contribute to the development of their communities and the nation.

The programme also highlights the importance of community involvement in education. By giving back to the communities that have supported the University, UEW is demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility and community development.

Looking Ahead

The VCCIP plans to introduce additional components of the initiative as part of efforts to deepen the University's contribution to the development of its host communities. This includes financial support for needy students, apprenticeship training, and academic enrichment programmes aimed at preparing talented young people for higher education and professional careers.

The University's Deputy Registrar, Mr. Steve van Kamassah, disclosed that the programme received 17 applications for the 2025/2026 academic year, with ten students selected through a competitive process.

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