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 Hon. 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.
