Wisconsin International University College (WIUC), Ghana, has once again reinforced its position as a leader in healthcare education after its School of Nursing and Midwifery was adjudged Best Private Nursing College at the prestigious 5th Ghana Medical Diagnostic Excellence Awards held at the plush Marriott Hotel in Accra.
The award recognizes the University’s outstanding contribution to nursing and midwifery education, excellence in practical training, innovation in healthcare education, and its commitment to producing highly competent healthcare professionals who continue to make significant contributions to Ghana’s health sector and beyond.
Receiving the award, the Dean of the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Professor Angela Kwartemaa Acheampong expressed profound appreciation to the organizers for the recognition, describing the award as a testament to the hard work and dedication of the University, noting that the recognition reflects Wisconsin’s unwavering commitment to providing world-class healthcare education through an innovative, student-centred approach that combines academic excellence with intensive practical training.
The Dean further indicated that the school continues to invest heavily in modern teaching technologies, simulation-based learning, and industry partnerships that expose students to real-life clinical experiences before graduation.
With campuses in Accra and Kumasi, Wisconsin International University College-Ghana has distinguished itself as one of Ghana’s leading private universities by championing a practical, hands-on approach to teaching and learning. The University’s School of Nursing and Midwifery boasts ultra-modern Clinical Skills Laboratories equipped with high-fidelity mannequins, anatomy tables, and other advanced medical training equipment that enable students to acquire critical clinical knowledge.
Beyond Nursing & Midwifery
Beyond nursing and midwifery education, Wisconsin continues to set itself apart through substantial investments in technology-driven education across its academic programmes.
The University is widely recognized as the only private university in the sub-region with high standard cybersecurity, digital forensics, and cyber intelligence laboratories equipped with advanced investigative tools and technologies that support both practical training and professional digital forensic services for public and private institutions.
These strategic investments reflect the University’s broader vision of producing industry-ready graduates equipped with practical skills, critical thinking abilities, and the technological competence required to excel in today’s rapidly evolving professional landscape.
The Ghana Medical Diagnostic Excellence Awards celebrate institutions and individuals whose dedication, innovation, and professionalism continue to improve healthcare delivery and medical diagnostics across the country.
The annual awards have become one of Ghana’s foremost platforms for recognizing excellence within the healthcare ecosystem.
Delivering the keynote address on behalf of the Special Guest of Honour, the Chief of Staff, Mr. Julius Debrah, Presidential Staffer Nana Yaa Akyenpim Jantuah congratulated all award recipients for their invaluable contributions to Ghana’s healthcare sector, praising healthcare professionals as the nation’s unsung heroes whose dedication, sacrifice, and professionalism continue to save lives and provide hope to countless patients and families across the country.
The Presidential Staffer reaffirmed Government’s commitment to strengthening the nation’s healthcare system through sustained investments in healthcare infrastructure, digital health solutions, diagnostic services, medical research, and healthcare education.
A Growing Legacy Of Excellence
The latest recognition adds to Wisconsin International University College’s growing list of honours and further cements its reputation as a centre of excellence in higher education.
The University remains committed to producing highly skilled professionals across nursing, midwifery, business, law, communication studies, information technology, cybersecurity, education, and other disciplines, while contributing meaningfully to Africa’s socio-economic development through quality teaching, research, innovation, and community engagement.
