AUCB and Huston-Tillotson University sign MoU to promote academic and cultural exchange – Nsemkeka
The African University of Communications and Business (AUCB) has entered a formal partnership with Huston-Tillotson University (HT) in Austin, Texas, to strengthen academic, cultural, and entrepreneurial ties between the two institutions.
In a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on June 7, the partnership sets the stage for collaborative academic programming, research initiatives, and faculty and student exchange opportunities, all within a pan-African framework.
“This partnership is an exciting step forward in our mission to create global academic connections that benefit our students and faculty,” said AUCB Vice Chancellor, Professor Abeku Blankson.
He added that the collaboration aligns with AUCB’s long-term strategy to build partnerships that create global opportunities for students.
“These kinds of exchange programs are especially important for connecting young people in Ghana with their peers in the African diaspora,” he noted. The Provost of Huston-Tillotson University, Dr. Archie W. Vanderpuye described the partnership with AUCB as historic, emphasizing its significance in promoting cross-continental academic collaboration. He noted that the initiative will allow students to study for two years in Ghana before completing their programs in the United States.
“Our aim is to enrich global education and promote deeper cultural dialogue between Africa and the African American community,” he stated.
The first phase of joint programs and exchange initiatives is set to launch in the next academic year, with a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship, media studies, and African diaspora engagement.
AUCB was originally founded in 2002 by Kojo Yankah as the Africa Institute of Journalism and Communications (AIJC).
Over the years, it has grown from a diploma-awarding institution to a fully accredited university offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional programs in communication and business.
In 2024, the university was awarded a Presidential Charter, granting it full autonomy to confer degrees. As part of its academic development, AUCB has also launched three dedicated centers to support research and creative work: the Kwabena Nketia Centre for Africana Studies, the Ama Ata Aidoo Center for Creative Writing, and the Business and Professional Development Centre. Huston-Tillotson University, a historically Black institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church and the United Church of Christ, is known for its emphasis on liberal arts education and leadership development.
Huston-Tillotson University awards undergraduate degrees in business, education, the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, science and technology.
A multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, and multi-faith institution, the University welcomes students of all ages, races, and religions.