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11th KNUST Summer School
11TH KNUST Summer School
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Summer School is an annual capacity-building programme designed to foster academic, administrative, and professional excellence among members of the University community. Since its inception in 2011, the Summer School has provided a dynamic platform for knowledge sharing, peer learning, and professional development on emerging trends and innovations in higher education.
In this year’s edition, KNUST Summer School continues its tradition of engaging faculty, staff, and other stakeholders in thought-provoking dialogue and hands-on training sessions.
The 11th KNUST Summer School is on theme: “Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education”. The theme reflects the University’s commitment to exploring and harnessing the transformative potential of AI to enhance teaching, learning, research, and administration.
Overview of the 11th KNUST Summer School
The 2025 Edition of the KNUST Summer School is scheduled as follows:
Main Theme: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education
Date: Tuesday, 21st to Thursday, 23rd October, 2025
This year’s edition will begin with a plenary session on day one at the Great Hall of the University, where all participants will converge for keynote addresses, panel discussions, and expert presentations from renowned local and international speakers. Subsequent sessions will feature college and unit specific sub-themes that explore AI’s application within various disciplines and administrative contexts.
Day One:
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DATE |
PARTICIPANTS |
ACTIVITY |
SPEAKERS |
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Tuesday, 21st October, 2025 at Great Hall at 10:00 a.m. |
All Staff |
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Professor (Mrs.) Rita Akosua Dickson, Vice-Chancellor, Shafika Isaacs (PhD), UNESCO Chief of Section, Technology and AI in Education and Mr. Darlington Ahiale Akogo, Founder, CEO MinoHealth AI & KaraAgro AI |
Schedule for Day Two for Colleges and Other Units:
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DATE/VENUES |
COLLEGES/UNITS |
SUB-THEMES |
RESOURCE PERSON(S) |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (Boadi Medical Enclave) |
College of Health Sciences |
Integrating AI-powered Assistance Tools into Healthcare and Clinical Training |
Prof. Obed Brew, Dept. of Pharmacology; Dr. John H. Amuasi, Dept. of Global Health, SPH |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (Allotey Auditorium) |
College of Science |
AI in Science and Technology Education |
Dr. Stephen Moore, Dept. of Mathematics, UCC; Dr. Kwabena Owusu-Agyemang, Dept. of |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (CABE New Block) |
College of Art and Built Environment |
Adopting Artificial Intelligence in Art, Education and Built Environment Practice and Research |
Foster Asante, Dr. Yaw Boateng Ampadu, Dr. Andrew Selasi Agbemenu, Dr. Yen Adams Sokama-Neuyam, Dr. Alexander Boakye Marful, Dr. Stephen Appiah Takyi |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (KSB Postgraduate Block D) |
College of Humanities and Social Sciences |
AI in Humanities and Social Sciences Education |
Ms. Audrey-Bertha Nartey, Coral Reef Innovation Africa; Dr. Elizabeth Acheampomaa (Esq.), Dr. Maame Efua Adadze-Koom (Esq.), Mr. Richard Obeng Mensah (Esq.) |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (NCB – Ground Floor) |
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources |
Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Education in Precision Agriculture and Natural Resource Management |
Prof. Nana Ewusi-Mensah, Dr. Francisca Adoma Acheampong, Dr. Daniel Opoku |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (Venue: College of Engineering) |
College of Engineering |
Leveraging AI for Quality Engineering Education |
Prof. Jerry John Kponyo, Prof. Mohammed Al-Khalidi, Dr. Andrew Selasi Agbemenu, Dr. Yen Adams Sokama-Neuyam, Prof. Ali Bashir, Dr. Henry Nunoo-Mensah, Dr. Selorm Griffith Klogo |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (KSB Auditorium) |
Registrar’s Offices |
Leveraging AI for Smart University Administration |
Dr. Augustine Blay, Mr. Emmanuel Nii Okaidza Afful, Mr. Christopher Addo |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (Syndicate Room, Poolside / IDL Conference Centre) |
University Information Technology Services (UITS) |
Understanding the Role and Responsible Use of AI in Information Technology (IT) Management to Enhance Technology in Education |
Prof. Jerry John Kponyo, Prof. Peter Amoako-Yirenkyi |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (KNUST Library Mall) |
University Library |
AI in Libraries: Tools, Ethics, and Opportunities |
Dr. Henry Nunoo-Mensah, Dr. Osman Imoro |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (University Hospital – Boardroom, OTMC Conference Room & Public Health Unit Grounds) |
University Hospital |
AI in Medicine: Advancing Diagnostics, Research, and Patient-Centred Care |
Dr. Daniel Opoku, Dr. John H. Amuasi, Lawyer Asuamah Yeboah, Dr. Prince Ebenezer Adjei, Mr. Christopher Amoah, Dr. Thomas Agyekum |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (Prempeh II ICT Lab) |
Finance, Audit and Procurement Offices |
AI Tools and Data Analytics: Building Capacity for Innovation in Education |
Mr. Emmanuel Osei-Bonsu, Managing Consultant, FMS Consult |
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22nd–23rd October 2025 (Old Laundry) |
Security Services |
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Security and Safety on KNUST Campus |
Dr. Emmanuel Ahene, Dept. of Computer Science |
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23rd October 2025 (CoS: SF26) |
Administrative Assistants |
Empowering Administrative Excellence through Microsoft 365: Streamlining Workflows, Enhancing Collaboration and Driving Productivity |
Mr. Emmanuel Mfum-Mensah, UITS |
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23rd October 2025 (ICT Lab – Main Library) |
Technicians |
Optimizing Technical Support and Digital Infrastructure with Microsoft 365: Enhancing Efficiency, Security and Collaboration in Higher Education |
Mr. Joshua Kweku Aidoo, UITS |
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23rd October 2025 (IDL Lab) |
KNUST Basic School |
Using AI Tools in Teaching and Assessment |
Mr. Foster Sedem Dedume, Prof. Eric Appau Asante, UITS / E-Learning Centre |
Day Three (Closing):
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DATE |
PARTICIPANTS |
ACTIVITIES |
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Thursday, 23rd October, 2025 at Great Hall at 10:00 a.m. |
All Staff |
Summary Presentations, Reflections from Various Colleges and Units, and Closing Remarks from the Vice-Chancellor |
The 11th KNUST Summer School promises to be a rich and engaging experience for all categories of staff. Through interactive sessions, workshops, and plenary discussions, participants will gain practical insights into the transformative power of AI across education, research, and administration — reinforcing KNUST’s leadership as a future-ready university.