Prof. Scholastica Wompakeah Azuah is a distinguished academic and education leader who currently serves as the Principal of St. Teresa’s College of Education, Hohoe.

Her career journey began in the Home Economics Department of Bolgatanga Girls Senior High School. She progressed through various teaching positions within the Ghana Education Service, rising to the rank of Principal Superintendent before joining Takoradi Technical University (formerly Takoradi Polytechnic) in 2006.

Academic Qualifications

• PhD in African Art and Culture (Aesthetics) – Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), 2021

• Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Education – Home Economics (Clothing and Textiles) – University of Cape Coast (UCC), 2011

• Master of Education (MEd) in Educational Administration – University of Cape Coast (UCC), 2009

• Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Fashion Design Technology – University of Education, Winneba (UEW), 2005

Notable Professional Achievements

• Promoted to the rank of Associate Professor in Fashion Design and Technology in May 2022.

• Served as Head of Department at Takoradi Technical University for four terms (2013–2016 and 2019–2023).

• Conducted pioneering research that developed a model for the Ghana’s Most Beautiful (GMB) pageant.

• Assisted in establishing the Miss Navrongo Pageant.

• Organized the inaugural Wear Ghana Fashion Competition for Senior High Schools in the Western Region.

• Currently serves as an External Examiner for several universities and as a member of the GTEC Panel of Assessors.

Research and Academic Contributions

• Published extensively in peer-reviewed national and international journals.

• Serves as a reviewer for several international academic journals.

• Has extensive experience teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses.

• Supervised numerous undergraduate and master's degree students.

• Contributed to the development of curricula for M.Tech, B.Tech, Diploma, and Certificate programmes.

Leadership Impact

Prof. Azuah has successfully mentored students and colleagues who have gone on to attain higher academic qualifications and distinguished careers. Many of her mentees have become:

• District Directors of Education

• PhD holders

• International fashion designers

• Teachers and education professionals

She is widely recognized for her student-centered approach, innovative outlook, and commitment to academic excellence. She is also an active member of several professional associations, including the Home Economics Researchers Association.

Personal Life

Prof. Scholastica Wompakeah Azuah is married and is blessed with two children.