A page for everybody who has studied in Norway, right from Bachelors, Masters and Doctrate degree.
17/05/2025
🇳🇴 Happy Constitution Day, Norway! 🎉
On behalf of the Strategic Advisory Board, Executive Team, and all members of the Norway-Ghana Alumni Association, we extend our warmest greetings and heartfelt wishes to the people of Norway on this remarkable day.
May the spirit of freedom, democracy, and unity continue to shine brightly across the nation. 🌟🇳🇴
Gratulerer med dagen! 🎈🥳🇳🇴
03/09/2024
Meet the Chairperson of the Strategic Advisory Board for the Norway-Ghana Alumni Association: Prof. Marian Asantewah Nkansah (PhD , MRSC, FGA)
Prof. Marian Asantewah Nkansah is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi (KNUST), where she earned both her BSc. and MSc. degrees. She also holds a PhD in Environmental Chemistry from the Universitetet i Bergen (University of Bergen) Norway.
Prof. Nkansah's research is broad and impactful, focusing on environmental challenges related to toxic substances, including heavy/trace metals, persistent organic pollutants (POPs), and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in various environmental matrices. Her work also explores remediation strategies for these contaminants.
In addition to her research, Prof. Nkansah has received training in Science Diplomacy and Science Advice for Policy, contributing to national and international discussions aimed at enhancing public understanding of science. She is a thought leader and an inspiring motivational speaker.
Prof. Nkansah is the founder of the Women in Chemistry Network (WICN) and is affiliated with several professional organisations, including the Ghana Chemical Society, the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC), the Ghana Science Association, and the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS).
She is a Fellow of the International Science Council (ISC), an alumna of the Global Young Academy (GYA), and an affiliate of both the World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) and the African Academy of Sciences (AAS). She is also a Fellow of the Next Einstein’s Forum (NEF).
Prof. Nkansah has previously served as the Warden of Africa Hall at KNUST and is currently the Deputy Director of Students' Affairs (Housing and Welfare) at KNUST. She is an active member of the Women in STEM Ghana group, committed to mentoring young students in their pursuit of STEM careers, and serves as a mentor and role model for many.
In her personal time, Prof. Nkansah enjoys teaching, storytelling, travelling, and hiking.
20/08/2024
🌟Big Announcement!🌟
We’re excited to share that the 10-member New Times Corporation Board has just been inaugurated. The Board will be chaired by our very own Professor Kwamena Kwansah-Aidoo, who previously served as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Media, Arts, and Communication. Join us in congratulating Professor Kwansah-Aidoo and wishing the entire Board success in their new roles!
https://www.graphic.com.gh/news/general-news/ghana-news-10-member-new-times-corporation-board-inaugurated-nmc-chairman-urges-newspaper-companies-to-collaborate.html #:~:text=Chaired%20by%20the%20former%20Vice,Satuh%2C%20a%20former%20Deputy%20Director
17/08/2024
Congratulations to Professor Kwamena Kwansah-Aidoo!
We are proud to announce his appointment as the Board Chairman of the New Times Corporation. 🎉
Read more: [Ghanaian Times](https://ghanaiantimes-com-gh.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/ghanaiantimes.com.gh/prof-kwamena-kwansah-aidoo-chairs-new-ntc-board/amp/)
17/08/2024
Exciting News! 🎉
Prof. of KNUST, who also chairs the Strategic Advisory Board for the Norway-Ghana Alumni Association, has been named a Fellow of the International Science Council (ISC). She’s the only Ghanaian among the 100 new Fellows recognised for advancing science as a global public good. 🌍
https://www.myjoyonline.com/knusts-prof-marian-asantewah-nkansah-honoured-by-international-science-council/
17/08/2024
We are proud to announce the appointment of Ing. Dr. David Ato Quansah, PhD, as the Director of The Brew-Hammond Energy Centre at KNUST. Dr. Quansah, who holds a PhD in Renewable Energy from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), brings exceptional expertise and leadership to this role. Congratulations, Dr. Quansah, on this well-deserved achievement!
Read more: [Brew-Hammond Energy Centre](https://energycentre.knust.edu.gh/node/381)
17/08/2024
Launch of the Norway-Ghana Alumni Association!
A momentous day for all Ghanaians who studied in Norway, hosted by H.E. Ingrid Mollestad the Norwegian Ambassador to Ghana. Officially launched on 2nd May 2024, the Norway-Ghana Alumni are already making a significant impact! 🇳🇴🇬🇭
Read more: [Ghanaian Times] https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/norway-ghana-alumni-association-launched/