CSU Freshers Urged to Embrace Christian Values and Integrity
The Acting Vice-Chancellor of Christian Service University (CSU), Dr Stephen Banahene, has urged newly admitted students to uphold Christian values, maintain high moral standards and demonstrate integrity throughout their academic journey.
He cautioned the students against examination malpractice and other forms of misconduct, stressing that their university education should equip them with not only academic knowledge but also wisdom, discipline, good character and a commitment to serving God and humanity.
Dr Banahene made the call during the university’s 52nd matriculation ceremony for the 2026/2027 academic year, held in Kumasi on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
A total of 1,044 students were matriculated out of the 1,419 applicants recorded during the September 2026 admission session, representing 74 per cent of the total applicants.
The newly admitted students comprised 924 undergraduates and 120 postgraduate students.
Females dominated the admissions, accounting for 809 students, representing 77.5 per cent, while males numbered 235, representing 22.5 per cent.
The Acting Vice-Chancellor further disclosed that the Nursing and Midwifery programmes accounted for 74 per cent of the registered students, a situation that had significantly influenced the university’s resource allocation.
Uphold Christian Principles
Dr Banahene reminded the students that Christian Service University was an evangelical Christian institution whose values were firmly rooted in the Scriptures.
He said the university remained committed to high academic standards and integrity, urging the students to avoid behaviours that contradicted Christian principles.
He encouraged them to think critically, ask questions, make responsible decisions and resist the temptation to follow negative influences.
He also urged the students to recognise their strengths and weaknesses, remain humble enough to learn from others and take responsibility for their actions.
According to him, the true value of university education should not be measured solely by academic qualifications but also by the character students develop, the relationships they build and their contributions to society.
He therefore encouraged them to demonstrate honesty during examinations, show kindness in their interactions and remain committed to continuous learning.
26 Per Cent Fail to Register
Dr Banahene disclosed that 1,419 applications were received during the September 2026 admission session, but only 1,044 applicants had registered, leaving approximately 26 per cent outside the current intake.
He explained that the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s quota directive prevented the university from admitting some applicants to its nursing programme.
Some applicants had also deferred their admission to the January 2027 intake, while others were unable to enrol because of work-related commitments.
He said university management was exploring innovative modes of programme delivery to expand access to tertiary education, particularly for working people who faced challenges pursuing conventional academic programmes.
Students Encouraged to Access Loan Facility
The Acting Vice-Chancellor encouraged the newly admitted students to take advantage of the government’s Student Loan Plus facility to support their educational expenses.
He said the facility covered tuition fees and hostel accommodation, advising students to contact the Students Loan Trust Fund office for information on accessing the support.
Learn from the Ants
Drawing inspiration from Proverbs 6:6–8, Dr Banahene urged the students to learn from the diligence, discipline and foresight of ants.
He identified hard work, awareness of the right time to act and the ability to work without constant supervision as important lessons from the biblical passage.
He advised the students to study diligently, manage their time effectively and take personal responsibility for their academic success.
He further reminded them that they were accountable for how they managed their lives and the opportunities entrusted to them, urging them to comply with the university’s rules and regulations.
Dr Banahene also called on lecturers and other university staff to continue providing the academic guidance, encouragement and pastoral support necessary for students’ growth and development.
He concluded by praying for wisdom, good health, courage, discipline, humility and compassion for the newly admitted students, expressing hope that their stay at Christian Service University would be fruitful, meaningful and transformative.
