Translation. Region: Russian Federation –
Source: Peoples'Friendship University of Russia
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A delegation of specialists from Ghana visited RUDN University to study waste management, the circular economy, urban ecosystem services, housing and utilities, and digital municipal governance. The classes were held at the Center for Continuing Professional Education at RUDN University's Institute of Ecology.
The Sustainable Urban Development program, which the guests mastered, is aimed at improving practical competencies in sustainable urban development, infrastructure modernization, and the implementation of modern management and digital solutions.
Ghanaian specialists not only attended lectures by university experts and topical seminars but also participated in practical exercises involving real-life case studies from their professional fields. The program also included master classes and tours of urban infrastructure facilities, such as EcoLine, a company that handles waste removal, sorting, recycling, and disposal.
We would like to come back
According to the guests, studying at RUDN University was a valuable professional experience: the specialists noted the balance of theory and practice, the high quality of the classes, and the faculty's openness to dialogue. The program participants also emphasized the value of networking and the opportunity to establish contacts with representatives of companies, organizations, and the academic community working in the field of sustainable urban development.
"I could write a book about RUDN University, Moscow, and Russia after this trip. My perception of your country has completely changed, and all stereotypes have disappeared. As for the educational program, it was informative and interesting throughout. I learned a lot about Moscow, especially the transportation system. I would like to continue my studies in this field, and perhaps even return and enroll at RUDN University. Someday, I would like to be part of a team that implements similar intelligent solutions in our country's transportation system. Your security systems are top-notch," said Ofosu-Mensah Gideon, representative of the Central Ayawaso Municipal Assembly.
"The program modules addressed many issues relevant to our home country. It's a shame we're limited in time; I'd love to come back to further explore QGIS (geographic information system), spatial data, and cybersecurity, gain more knowledge, and implement it in my municipality. I especially enjoyed the tours of various institutions, where we were shown how everything works. It was very helpful. RUDN University lived up to its name, 'Peoples' Friendship University'; I witnessed this friendship with my own eyes. Russia is a wonderful country with wonderful people, and I'd love to come back again to study, explore your country, and learn the language," said Arthur Nana Akua Afriyie, representative of the Korle Klottey Municipal Assembly.
By the end of the program, participants gained practical knowledge in housing and utilities management, waste management, green infrastructure development, and digital urban governance. They learned more about an integrated approach to sustainable urban development and mastered the tools for applying the solutions they learned in the context of Ghanaian cities.
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