UHAS celebrates 2026 International Day

The University of Health and Allied Sciences in the Volta Region hosted the 2026 edition of its annual International Day. The event aimed to commemorate and celebrate the cultural diversity of the University, fostering a community welcoming people of various nationalities and promoting international collaborations. Prof Lydia Aziato, the Vice-Chancellor, revealed that the University currently maintains 94 international partnerships worldwide, aimed at enriching student training and faculty development. She stated, "this is no mean achievement."

Prof Lydia Aziato praised the significant contribution of the Cuban faculty in helping the University gain accreditation to establish the School of Medicine. She said, "On behalf of staff and management of UHAS, without you, we wouldn't have a School of Medicine that is making waves both nationally and globally." She also recognized the contributions of Nigerian, Indian, and South African faculty. Prof Elvis Tarkang, the Dean of International Programmes, stated that UHAS acknowledges the importance of cultural diversity in fostering a vibrant and intellectual environment. He added that a culturally diverse university environment "strengthens our institutional identity, broadens perspectives and enhances the quality of teaching, learning, research, and service."