The African University of Communications and Business (AUCB) has entered into a formal partnership with Huston-Tillotson University (HT) in Austin, Texas, to strengthen academic, cultural, and entrepreneurial ties between the two institutions.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed on June 7, sets the foundation for collaborative academic programs, 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 emphasized that the collaboration aligns with AUCB’s long-term vision of building partnerships that open global pathways for students.
He added that these exchange programs are especially important for connecting young people in Ghana with their peers in the African diaspora.
Dr. Archie W. Vanderpuye, Provost of Huston-Tillotson University, described the agreement as historic, underscoring its importance in promoting cross-continental academic engagement.
“We aim to enrich global education and promote deeper cultural dialogue between Africa and the African American community,” he stated.
He noted that the initiative would allow students to study for two years in Ghana before completing their programs in the United States.
The first phase of joint programs and exchange initiatives is expected to launch in the next academic year, with a strong focus on entrepreneurship, media studies, and African diaspora engagement.
African University of Communications and Business (AUCB), formerly the Africa Institute of Journalism and Communications (AIJC), was founded in 2002 by Hon. Kojo Yankah. It has evolved from a diploma-awarding institution into a fully accredited university offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional programs in communication and business. In 2024, AUCB was granted a Presidential Charter, giving it full autonomy to confer degrees.
As part of its academic growth, AUCB has established three dedicated centres to advance 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 renowned for its commitment to liberal arts education and leadership development.
The university offers undergraduate degrees in business, education, the humanities, natural sciences, social sciences, and science and technology. A multicultural, multiethnic, and multifaith institution, HT welcomes students of all ages, races, and religions.
