The Faculty of Applied Sciences has organised a two-day seminar and workshop to strengthen faculty engagement, improve academic processes, and enhance institutional performance.
The programme was held at the ATU FlexLab on Monday, 2nd, and Tuesday, 3rd June 2026, bringing together academic and administrative staff for capacity-building, knowledge sharing, and strategic discussions on faculty development.
The opening ceremony was chaired by the Dean of the Faculty, Prof. Nana Yaw Asabere, who underscored the importance of continuous faculty improvement and regular review of academic progress within the University system. He emphasised the need for stronger collaboration among institutions and highlighted the importance of partnerships in advancing teaching, research, and innovation.
A guest professor from the University of Johannesburg, Prof. Oluwafemi Adebo, delivered a presentation emphasising the importance of research output, academic collaboration, and institutional visibility. His presentation also touched on the role of innovation in academic development, with reference to advancements in food processing technology and research collaboration.
The programme featured a series of presentations and performance review sessions focusing on core academic activities, institutional impact, and overall faculty output. Key highlights presented included student population figures of 7,361, academic staff strength of 183, five academic departments, 57 high-impact publications, 69 full-time faculty members, and eight ongoing master’s programmes. He further encouraged the use of digital platforms such as Microsoft Teams to enhance online training, academic coordination, and administrative communication.
Another key session was facilitated by Prof. George Osei-Adjei, who presented promotion procedures and administrative processes for academic staff. He outlined the required steps, documentation, and institutional frameworks necessary for successful promotion applications, while emphasising the importance of structured academic development pathways.
Prof. Felix Abekah Botchway, a Senior Lecturer at the Department, provided insights into promotion-related processes. He explained the application requirements, procedural expectations, and the importance of adhering to institutional guidelines. He further highlighted the role of workshops, committees, and structured academic support systems in strengthening staff development.
The seminar also emphasised the need for external academic support systems and collaborative structures to enhance institutional efficiency and professional growth.
Participants described the programme as insightful and timely, noting that it provided practical guidance on academic progression, institutional performance evaluation, and digital transformation in teaching and administration.