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Dr Richard Selase Gbadegbe Elevated to Associate Professor at Ho Technical University

9th December 2025

Ferdinand | EducationGhana | December 09 | Dr Richard Selase Gbadegbe Elevated to Associate Professor at Ho Technical University

Ho Technical University has promoted Dr Richard Selase Gbadegbe to Associate Professor in Industrial Art, recognising his scholarly leadership, cultural expertise and longstanding service to Ghana’s creative arts and design education.

A Celebrated Scholar in African Art and Culture

Ho Technical University has confirmed the promotion of Dr Richard Selase Gbadegbe to the rank of Associate Professor. His elevation was approved at the University Council’s 119th Regular Meeting, based on strong external assessments of his research, academic leadership and professional service.Prof. Gbadegbe’s promotion stands as a major achievement for the Faculty of Art and Design and reflects his decades of work advancing Ghana’s creative arts landscape.

Academic Journey and Cultural Scholarship

Prof. Gbadegbe holds a Ph.D in African Art and Culture from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). His academic training combined formal studio practice with deep cultural research, shaping a career focused on documenting, preserving and promoting indigenous knowledge systems in art.His scholarly interests include:

Ghanaian and West African material culture
Traditional aesthetics and symbolism
Indigenous design philosophies
Contemporary interpretations of African art
Cultural heritage preservation

Through his work, he has become a leading voice on how African cultural identity can be strengthened through art education and creative industries.

Research Contributions and Academic Influence

Prof. Gbadegbe has produced a body of research that explores the intersection between traditional art forms and modern design. His publications have examined themes such as:

The evolution of Ghanaian craft traditions
The role of culture in product design
Heritage, symbolism and artistic identity
Innovation in indigenous textile and craft practices

His research helps shape curriculum in visual arts, industrial design and cultural studies. It also informs national discussions on how local creativity can influence contemporary design industries.External reviewers found his scholarly work original and methodologically strong, with clear relevance to cultural documentation and creative industry development.

Leadership Roles and Institutional Growth

Prof. Gbadegbe has served Ho Technical University with distinction for many years. His leadership roles include:

Head of the Industrial Art Department
Dean of the Faculty of Art and Design
Lead coordinator for curriculum revision in creative arts
Mentor for junior faculty and student researchers

Under his guidance, the Industrial Art Department strengthened its research output, expanded creative media training and improved student support services. He continues to provide direction for academic programming and research growth in the department.

Contributions to Creative Industries and Community Engagement

His influence extends beyond the University through community-based art projects, cultural education programmes and collaborations with craft associations.He has supported:

Skills training for local artisans
Documentation of indigenous craft processes
Cultural research for heritage promotion
Design innovation workshops for young artists

These initiatives help preserve cultural traditions while ensuring their relevance for modern creative economies.

A Promotion that Enhances HTU’s Creative Arts Reputation

The University Council notes that Prof. Gbadegbe’s promotion strengthens Ho Technical University’s visibility within Ghana’s tertiary arts education landscape. His rise to Associate Professor highlights the Faculty of Art and Design’s commitment to producing scholarship that engages culture, technology and creativity.The achievement also symbolises the University’s goal of supporting academic excellence and positioning itself as a strong centre for design and applied arts education.

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