On Friday, 13th February 2026, the auditorium at South Legon Campus stood dressed in elegance and expectation. It was the 4th Matriculation Ceremony of UniMAC—the University of Media, Arts and Communication. By 10:00 am., the hall was filled with proud family members, faculty in academic regalia, and hundreds of fresh faces ready to begin a new chapter of their lives.
The ceremony began with the matriculants seated, their white shirts and dresses symbolising a fresh start. Soon after, the Procession of Convocation and the Platform Party entered in dignified order, commanding respect and admiration. The atmosphere shifted from excitement to solemn pride.
The Opening Prayer, led by the Director of Audit, Mrs. Harriet Akua Karikari, set a reflective tone, committing the journey ahead into God’s hands. The National Anthem followed, echoing through the auditorium as everyone stood united—not just as individuals, but as citizens preparing to shape society.
Then came the Constitution of Assembly, declared by the Vice-Chancellor, formally opening the ceremony. It was official: history was being made for the new class of students.
The Administration of the Matriculation Oath was conducted by the Acting Registrar, Dr. Obaapanyin Ofiriwaa Adu. In one united voice, the matriculants pledged to abide by the rules and regulations of the university, to uphold discipline, and to pursue academic excellence. It was more than a recital of words—it was a commitment to integrity and responsibility.
Then came the moment many had been waiting for: the Admission of New Students into the University Community. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Eric Opoku Mensah, stepped forward to address the students. The hall grew quiet. He reminded them that without matriculation, no student could be recognised as a true member of the university, nor be awarded a degree at the end of their studies. Matriculation was essential—it marked the formal beginning of their lives under the statutes of the university. It was the instant they transitioned from applicants to bona fide students.
He spoke of power and responsibility: “You are now entrusted with the tools of inquiry and the freedom to question, to explore, and to create,” he declared. “You have entered a world where knowledge is abundant, but wisdom remains rare.”
The words resonated deeply. The students listened, aware that this was not just a welcome—it was a charge.
Prof. Eric Opoku Mensah reminded the students that from that day forward, they carried the name, reputation, and legacy of UniMAC wherever they went. Their conduct, scholarship, and character would reflect not only on themselves but on the institution of excellence they now belonged to — UniMAC. Matriculation, he emphasised, was not just the beginning of academic pursuit; it was a commitment to ethical conduct, intellectual discipline, and service to society.
In a moment of reflection, he revealed that 3,600 people had applied for admission across Ghana and beyond. Out of that number, only 2,808 candidates were offered admission. The students seated in the auditorium were part of a carefully selected community. They had earned their place.
Prof. Eric Opoku Mensah also acknowledged notable individuals who had passed through the university and gone on to make meaningful contributions in media, arts, and communication—proof that greatness often begins in moments like this. “UniMAC,” he concluded, “is not just another university. It is the university of choice and creativity.”
The applause that followed was thunderous!
The Matriculation Address reinforced the institution’s vision. The Acknowledgement of the Platform Party was conducted by Ms. Nana Efua Rockson, Director of Public Affairs. In her address, she duly recognised the Vice-Chancellor, the Acting Registrar, the Rector for the Institute of Languages (IL), the Finance Director, and the Dean of Students for their presence and contributions to the ceremony.
The Dissolution of Assembly signalled the formal close of proceedings. As the Closing Prayer was said and the Recession began, the newly admitted students walked out differently from how they had entered. They were no longer just hopeful young men and women—they were matriculants of UniMAC.
The ceremony was not merely an event on the calendar. It was the birth of ambition, the sealing of commitment, and the beginning of a journey defined by creativity, excellence, and responsibility.
And for the Class of 2026, that Friday morning marked the first step into a future waiting to be shaped by their voices, their ideas, and their courage.