Jan
08

Spectacular Opening Ceremony Kicks Off 2024 GUSA Games at University of Cape Coast

Cape Coast, January 7, 2025 – The 2024 Ghana University Sports Association (GUSA) Games officially commenced yesterday with a vibrant opening ceremony held at the Main Examination Hall of the University School of …

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Dec
19

UDS Opens Distance Learning Center in Gambaga to Expand Access to Higher Education

The University for Development Studies (UDS) has officially opened a new Distance Learning Center in Gambaga, marking a significant milestone in its mission to provide accessible education to underserved communities. Th…

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Dec
19

UDS School of Business Launches Financial Literacy and Awareness Association to Drive Financial Empowerment

The University for Development Studies (UDS) School of Business on November 29, 2023, launched the Financial Literacy and Awareness Association (FLAA). The launch was held during a public lecture at the…

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Dec
19

UNICEF and UDS Unite to Tackle Critical Development Challenges

The University for Development Studies (UDS) hosted a high-level delegation from UNICEF Ghana at its Council Chamber in Tamale. The visit, led by UNICEF Country Representative Mr. Osama Makkawi Khogali, highlighted coll…

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Dec
19

Dr. Vida Yakong of UDS Honored at 4th National Nursing and Midwifery Excellence and Hall of Fame Awards

On November 15, 2024, the vibrant city of Takoradi hosted the 4th National Nursing and Midwifery Excellence and Hall of Fame Awards, organized by the Ministry of Health. This prestigious event celebrated outstanding ind…

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Dec
05

UDS Welcomes Freshmen and Women at 33rd Matriculation Ceremony

The University for Development Studies (UDS) held its 33rd Matriculation Ceremony on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, simultaneously at the Tamale and Nyankpala campuses. The event, a cherished tradition in the university&#…

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Dec
05

Territorial Agency for Agricultural Development Visits UDS To Explore Shea Innovations

The University for Development Studies (UDS) hosted a delegation from the Territorial Agency for Agricultural Development (ATDA) of Benin Republic for a four-day working visit to the West Africa Center for Shea Innovati…

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Dec
05

UDS And Cornell University Collaborate to Host Public Dialogue on Combating Disinformation During Elections

The University for Development Studies (UDS) reinforced its commitment to fostering national dialogue and addressing societal challenges by hosting a public forum on the theme “Media for Social Transformation in t…

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Dec
05

UDS School of Business Hosts Insightful Lecture on Africa’s Development Finance Landscape

The School of Business at the University for Development Studies (UDS) held a thought-provoking public lecture on November 29, 2023, at the Dr. Andani Andan Chamber. The event, which combined in-person and virtual parti…

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Dec
05

UDS Hosts Digitalization University Tour to Advance Ghana's Digital Future

The University for Development Studies (UDS), in collaboration with the Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT (GI-KACE), organized the Digitalization University Tour at the Dr. Andani Andan Auditorium on th…

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Dec
02

Admission Of Candidates To The Bachelor Of Laws (LLB) Degree Programme For The 2024/2025 Academic Year

The University for Development Studies hereby announces for the information of the general public and prospective applicants that the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has granted the University accreditation t…

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Nov
29

Showcasing Excellence: UDS Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Sciences in The Spotlight

The University for Development Studies (UDS), in partnership with the Association of African Universities (AAU) Documentary Team, is producing a comprehensive documentary to highlight the achievements of the Faculty of …

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Nov
29

Dr. Mohammed Tanko of UDS Featured in J-PAL African Scholar Spotlight Series

Dr. Mohammed Tanko, a distinguished economist from the School of Economics at the University for Development Studies (UDS), has been spotlighted in the prestigious J-PAL African Scholar Spotlight series. This recognitio…

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Nov
28

University For Development Studies Ranked 3rd In Ghana and 35th In Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings 2024

The University for Development Studies (UDS) has achieved significant milestone in the 2024 Sub-Saharan Africa University Rankings by Times Higher Education (THE), placing 3rd in Ghana and 35th out of 129 universities. …

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Nov
28

University For Development Studies Wins Big at Innovate UK KTP Awards 2024

Birmingham, UK – November 27, 2024

The University for Development Studies (UDS), together with its partners, the University of York and Savannah and Sahel Commodities Limited (SSCL), emerged as the stand…

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Nov
27

Vice-Chancellors of UDS and University of York Discuss Collaboration on Research Funding

York, United Kingdom - The Vice-Chancellor of the University for Development Studies (UDS), Prof. Seidu Al-hassan, has held a meeting with the Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of York, Prof. Charlie Jeffe…

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Nov
27

UDS, University of York, and SSCL Collaborate To Combat Malnutrition In Ghana

York, United Kingdom – A meeting between officials from the University for Development Studies (UDS), the University of York in the UK, and Savannah and Sahel Commodities Limited (SSCL) was held to review progress…

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Nov
25

UDS Vice-Chancellor Leads Delegation To The UK To Receive Prestigious Award

The Vice-Chancellor of the University for Development Studies (UDS), Prof. Seidu Al-hassan, has led a delegation to the United Kingdom to receive the Best African Agriculture Knowledge Transfer Partnership Award at the …

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Nov
22

Women Break Barriers In Electrical Engineering: UDS’ Energy Technology Center And WEENorth Project Celebrates First Graduates

The age-old adage, “What men can do, women can do better,” came alive on November 13, 2024, at the Principal's Conference Room in Nyankpala as ten young women celebrated their graduation from a specializ…

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Nov
21

UDS Strengthens Faculty Research Skills Through RCT Training In Collaboration With IPA

The University for Development Studies (UDS), through its Centre for Research Innovation and Partnership Services (CRIPS), has successfully held a three-day training workshop at the UDS guest house on the 13th to 15th N…

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Nov
21

UDS West Africa Centre for Shea Innovation and Research (WACSIR) Hosts Lecture on Shea Industry and Research Funding

The West Africa Centre for Shea Innovation and Research (WACSIR) at the University for Development Studies (UDS) successfully hosted its second Guest Lecture Series on Friday, November 15, 2024, at the Faculty of Law Au…

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Nov
21

Hon. Haruna Iddrisu Pledges Gh₵100,000 Stem Scholarship To Empower UDS Innovators

At the 25th Congregation Ceremony of the University for Development Studies (UDS) on November 9, 2024, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, Member of Parliament for Tamale South, announced a significant commitment to STEM education. He…

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Nov
21

School Of Pharmacy At UDS Holds White Coat Ceremony To Celebrate Fourth-Year Students

The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University for Development Studies (UDS) marked a significant milestone in the academic journey of its fourth-year students with the second White Coat Ceremony, …

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Nov
21

UDS Partners in International Research Project To Combat Campus Sexual Harassment

The University for Development Studies (UDS) is taking a bold stand against campus sexual harassment through the launch of a groundbreaking international research initiative. On November 5, 2024, a team of researchers m…

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Nov
21

University For Development Studies Centre For Research Innovation And Partnership Services Partners With Innovation For Poverty Action To Build The Capacity Of University For Development Studies Faculty On Research Through Randomized Controlled Trials

The university for development studies center for Research Innovation  and Partnership Services(CRIPs) has organized a 3 days training.The theme is Advancing Evidence-Based Research Through Randomized Controlled Tr…

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Nov
13

Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Sciences Celebrates Record-Breaking Graduation Season

The Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Consumer Sciences at the University for Development Studies is thrilled to announce an exceptional milestone in its academic journey. This year, an impressive 20 students graduated w…

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Nov
12

Father And Daughter Graduate Together At UDS’s 25th Congregation Ceremony, Inspiring Generations

In a touching moment at the 25th Congregation Ceremony of the University for Development Studies (UDS), Dr. Munawar Issahaque, the Savelugu District Director of Education, celebrated his own academic milestone alongside…

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Nov
12

UDS Best Graduating Student, Munkaila Mohammed Ussif, Defies Odds To Emerge Top of Class With CGPA Of 4.84

Munkaila Mohammed Ussif, who hails from an underserved community in the Gushiegu District, defied the odds stacked against him to be named the Best Graduating Student at the University for Development Studies (UDS) with…

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Nov
12

UDS 25th Congregation Ceremony Brings Families Together And Boosts Local Vendors' Sales

The University for Development Studies (UDS) marked its 25th Congregation Ceremony with the usual pomp and pageantry, a joyous milestone for graduates and a proud occasion for their  served as a unique platform for…

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Nov
12

University for Development Studies Celebrates 25th Congregation Ceremony In Grand Style

The University for Development Studies (UDS) held its landmark 25th Congregation Ceremony on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Multipurpose Auditorium on its Tamale Campus, bringing together students, faculty, distingu…

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Nov
12

UDS Hosts 3rd Annual Graduate School Conference: A Platform for Research and National Development

The University for Development Studies (UDS) held its 3rd annual Graduate School Conference on the Nyankpala Campus, drawing an impressive turnout of students, lecturers, researchers, and key figures in academia. The co…

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Nov
05

Dr. Yakubu Mohammed Saani Institutes Scholarship For Female Engineering Students At UDS

In a significant contribution towards promoting female participation in engineering and related fields, Dr. Yakubu Mohammed Saani, the Country Director of Action Aid for the Democratic Republic of Congo, has established…

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Oct
31

UDS’ 25th Congregation Ceremony

The University for Development Studies (UDS) will hold its 25th Congregation for all Undergraduate and Postgraduate Graduands on Saturday, November 9, 2024.

Venue:     Multi-…

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Oct
30

Public Notice - Clarification on Issues Concerning Study Centers

The University for Development Studies (UDS) wishes to address and clarify concerns stemming from a recent notice issued by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) concerning certain study centers. UDS assures al…

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Oct
30

Vacancy Announcement

The University for Development Studies is seeking qualified individuals to occupy the following positions to deliver a research project entitled 'Leveraging the built environment to promote physical activity in prim…

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Oct
30

Faculty of Education Hosts 2nd National Political Dialogue on Education Policy - Sparks Positive Debate on Free Senior High School Education

Tamale, Ghana – October 26, 2024: The University for Development Studies (UDS), through its Center for Educational Innovation and Leadership (CEIL) under the Faculty of Education (FoE), hosted the second edition o…

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Oct
29

Ghana Ports And Harbours Authority Donates GHs 100,000 To University For Development Studies’ Financial Aid Scheme

The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has made a substantial contribution of One Hundred Thousand Ghana Cedis (GHS 100,000.00) to the Students Financial Aid Scheme at the University for Development Studies (UDS)…

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Oct
29

UDS Intellectual Property Office Organizes Workshop on University-Industry Collaborations

The University for Development Studies (UDS) Intellectual Property Office, with the support of the West African Centre for Water, Irrigation and Sustainable Agriculture (WACWISA), successfully organized a one-day worksh…

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Oct
29

University For Development Studies Appeals to Tolon Chief For Land to Boost Academic Research and Organic Shea Production

In a bid to further its mission of Practical, Community-Centered Education and Research, the University for Development Studies (UDS) has formally appealed to the Chief of Tolon, Naa Rtd Major Sulemana Abubakari, for an…

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Oct
23

Mandatory Medical Screening Fees for Freshers - 2024/2025 Academic Year

Notice is hereby served to all freshers of the University for Development Studies (UDS) of an upcoming medical laboratory and chest x-ray screening. The medical screening is an essential part of the university and hence…

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Sep
30

University Faculty Member Elected as Vice President of the Ghana Psychological Association

Mr. Peter Amadu Mintir, a lecturer from the Department of Clinical Psychology at the School of Medicine, has been elected as the new Vice President of the Ghana Psychological Association (GPA). 

Mr. Minti…

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Sep
30

UDS Are The New African Champions, Set to Represent Africa at World University Football Tournament in China After 3 -0 Victory in FASU Finals

In a thrilling finale at the FASU Games, the University for Development Studies (UDS) asserted their dominance over co-hosts, the University of Lagos (UNILAG), with a resounding 3-0 victory to claim the African champion…

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Sep
30

UDS Ends 11th FASU Games With Impressive Medal Haul

The University for Development Studies (UDS) Athletics Team has left an indelible mark on the 11th Federation of Africa University Sports (FASU) Games, which were held in Lagos, Nigeria. The team’s outstanding per…

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Sep
28

UDS Athletes Sweep Medals at 11th FASU Games in Lagos, Nigeria

The University for Development Studies (UDS) athletes have once again proven their dominance on the African university sports stage, bringing home a string of prestigious medals at the ongoing 11th Federation of African…

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Sep
28

Dr. Abubakari Bawah Abdulai Keeps UDS Athletes Fit at FASU Games in Nigeria

The University for Development Studies (UDS) has been making headlines at the 2024 Federation of African University Sports (FASU) Games in Nigeria, not only for its impressive performance but also for the vital support …

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Sep
27

UDS Football Team Defies Unfair Officiating, Red Card and Disallowed Goal to Reach FASU Finals

In a dramatic semifinal clash of the Federation of African University Sports (FASU) Football Competition, the University for Development Studies (UDS) football team displayed remarkable resilience and composure to secur…

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Sep
26

UDS Thrashes University of Jos 5-0 to Secure Semi-Final Spot at FASU Games

In a thrilling display of football mastery, the University for Development Studies (UDS) stunned spectators with a dominant 5-0 victory over the University of Jos (Unijos) in the ongoing FASU Games in Nigeria. This emph…

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Sep
26

UDS Athletes Shine at FASU Games in Lagos, Nigeria

The University for Development Studies (UDS) athletes have made a strong statement at the ongoing Federation of African University Sports (FASU) Games, dominating the heats with stellar performances that have left many …

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Sep
25

UDS Triumphs Over Ukamba University Amid Heavy Downpour to Secure Second Position in Group A at the Ongoing FASU Games

In a thrilling display of skill and resilience, the University for Development Studies (UDS) football team cruised to a 4-1 victory over Kenya's Ukamba University in their latest group stage match at the ongoing Fed…

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Sep
25

Construction Begins for 500-Bed GUSSS Hostel at UDS Nyankpala Campus

In a significant step toward addressing the growing demand for student accommodation, the University for Development Studies (UDS) has officially commenced construction of a 500-bed hostel at its Nyankpala Campus. …

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