The UniMAC SRC Agyenkwa Endowment Fund, an initiative under the Kouyo-Micaiah-led administration, has disbursed a total of GH¢30,331 to support 25 financially challenged students of the university.
The disbursement ceremony, organized by the Fund Committee, was held at the South Legon Campus and brought together student leaders, beneficiaries, and members of the university community in what turned out to be both an emotional and inspiring occasion.
The beneficiaries received varying amounts of financial support depending on the level of fees and academic-related debts owed by each student.
Speaking to the beneficiaries during the ceremony, the SRC President, Moses Desire Kouyo, stated that the initiative was driven by a deep personal commitment to supporting student education and easing the burden on students facing financial challenges.
“It comes from a deep part of my heart to support student education,” he said.
Mr. Kouyo further encouraged beneficiaries to remain focused on their academic goals and work towards becoming impactful individuals in society after graduation.
He emphasized the important role communication students play in national development, urging journalism students to continue telling powerful stories that positively shape society, while encouraging Development Communication students to support filmmakers and creatives in producing stories capable of influencing and inspiring future generations.
The SRC President added that the fund goes beyond financial assistance, describing it as an investment in future leaders, communicators, and creatives who will contribute meaningfully to Ghana and the global community.
The Chairperson of the Fund Committee, Pamela Selasi Fiador, congratulated the beneficiaries and urged them not to lose focus despite the challenges they may encounter during their academic journey.
She encouraged them to remain steadfast, disciplined, and committed to the purpose for which they enrolled at the university.
Some beneficiaries, overwhelmed with gratitude, expressed heartfelt appreciation to the SRC and the Fund Committee for the intervention, describing the support as timely, impactful, and life-changing.
What began as an emotional gathering eventually ended with excitement, smiles, and renewed hope among beneficiaries as they celebrated the support extended to them.
Addressing the media after the ceremony, the Public Relations Officer (P.R.O), Hafiz Larry Alhassan, disclosed that the committee received a total of 66 applications from students across the university seeking financial assistance through the fund.
According to him, the committee undertook a rigorous review process to ensure transparency and fairness in the selection of beneficiaries.
“After receiving the applications, the committee carefully shortlisted applicants through a detailed vetting and investigation process to ensure that genuinely struggling students received the support,” he stated.
He explained that the investigations were necessary to verify the financial conditions of applicants and ensure that the intervention reached students who were in real need of assistance.
The UniMAC SRC Agyenkwa Endowment Fund remains one of the flagship welfare initiatives of the current SRC administration, aimed at providing financial relief and educational support to needy but deserving students across the university.
