OBUASI, GHANA — Past students of OLA College of Education have inaugurated a new chapter of the OLA Past Students Association (OLAPSA) in Obuasi, known as the OLAPSA Ashgold, Obuasi Chapter, with a commitment to supporting their alma mater, members of the association and the wider community.
The new chapter was officially inaugurated during a Mass service at St. Thomas Cathedral in Obuasi, followed by a get-together that brought together past students and members of the association.
The establishment of the chapter is expected to strengthen the bond among OLA past students in Obuasi and surrounding communities while providing a platform for members to support one another and contribute to the development of their former school.
Speaking at the inauguration, the President of the OLAPSA Ashgold, Obuasi Chapter, Lady Mildred Sam, explained that the chapter was formed to make participation in the association more accessible to past students living in Obuasi.
She noted that members previously had to travel to Kumasi to attend meetings, which made participation inconvenient for some past students.
According to Lady Sam, establishing a chapter in Obuasi would bring the association closer to its members and encourage more past students to actively participate in its activities.
She therefore called on other past students of OLA College of Education to join the chapter and take advantage of the opportunities that the association offers.
She added that membership could also create opportunities for members’ wards who may wish to pursue their education at OLA College of Education.
The Public Relations Officer of the Obuasi chapter, Lady Esther Quansah, said the association’s objectives extend beyond bringing past students together.
She said OLAPSA was committed to supporting its members, the school and the communities in which its chapters operate.
Lady Quansah called on all past students of OLA College of Education, irrespective of their year group, to join the association and contribute to its development.
Association seeks to build a global sisterhood
Rev. Sister Elizabeth Amoako Arhin, a former Principal of OLA College of Education and currently the Global Coordinator of OLAPSA, described the association as a global organisation with 16 chapters across the world.
She said the establishment of new chapters was part of efforts to bring OLAPSA closer to past students and create a stronger global network.
“We are bringing the association to the doorstep of everyone. We want to initiate a global sisterhood,” she said.
Rev. Sister Amoako Arhin expressed hope that more chapters would be established in other parts of the world to further strengthen the association.
She also encouraged past students to make good use of the knowledge, values and skills they acquired during their time at the college by contributing positively to society.
“If you are an old student and you are not part of the association, you are missing out,” she said, describing OLAPSA as an organisation relevant to both present and future generations.
Past students working to improve school infrastructure
The President of the OLAPSA Ash Greater Kumasi Chapter, Lady Ama Achiaa Boahen, also urged all former students of OLA College of Education to join the association and contribute to the development of their alma mater.
She disclosed that past students were currently working towards the construction of an administration block for the school.
“If you are an OLA past student, join us,” she appealed.
Lady Boahen said the association also provided an opportunity for former students to reconnect with their roots and maintain the strong bonds developed during their years at the college.
“Anytime we meet, there is always joy. It is always good to go back to your root,” she said.
She added that OLAPSA members remained committed to making a positive impact in their various communities.
“We dare to make a difference wherever we go,” she stated.
Chapter makes donation to church
As part of activities marking the inauguration, the new chapter made a donation to St. Thomas Cathedral in Obuasi.
Lady Kate Araba Stephens, Financial Secretary of the chapter, said the donation represented a seed towards the chapter’s future activities and its desire to contribute to institutions within its community.
“Without money, we can’t do it well, so we decided to donate something to the church as a seed today. We hope we can do more in the future — build structures and capacity,” she said.
She expressed optimism that the chapter would continue to grow and develop the financial and organisational capacity needed to undertake more projects.
Strengthening the OLA alumni network
OLA College of Education, located in Ghana’s Central Region, has produced graduates who continue to contribute to education and other sectors of national development.
The inauguration of the OLAPSA Ashgold, Obuasi Chapter, therefore marks another step towards strengthening the institution’s alumni network and creating a structured platform for past students in the area to remain connected to their alma mater.
The chapter’s leadership believes that through collective action, members can support one another, contribute to the development of the college and make a meaningful difference in their communities.
The new chapter has consequently renewed its call for all past students of OLA College of Education living in Obuasi and surrounding communities to join the association and help build a stronger and more active alumni network.
Wundef Media | August 2026