Indiana University launched its first IU Global Gateway on the African continent in 2024 with the appointment of its Academic Director, Samuel Obeng, and the launch of its physical space in the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences. In February 2025, the Gateway entered its next phase of growth with Dr. Abigail Opong-Tetteh joining the team as the IU Ghana Gateway Program Manager.
Opong-Tetteh comes to Indiana University’s Ghanaian space as an education specialist with over 25 years of experience in higher education. She holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, a Master of Science in Instructional Technology, and a long history of connecting universities, NGOs, government ministries, and the private sector. Prior to joining the IU Global Gateway Network, Opong-Tetteh worked within the University of Ghana, a primary partner of IU, for the University Studies Abroad Consortium.
“We are beyond thrilled to have Dr. Opong-Tetteh join the IU Global Gateway Network,” said Cathie Carrigan, director of the IU Global Gateway Network. “She brings an extensive network and expertise that will strengthen IU’s partnerships and connections in Ghana.” Coordinating with Academic Director Prof. Sam Obeng, Opong-Tetteh serves as the in-country bridge between Indiana University’s academic community and their Ghanaian peers.
Opong-Tetteh hit the ground running, assisting with faculty visits within a week of beginning the new role, as well as coordinating with Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture and Design students who submitted proposals to design, furnish, and decorate the new Gateway space in partnership with local artisans. This summer, Opong-Tetteh and the Gateway will support upcoming programs, including hosting the first study abroad classes from IU at the Gateway, a collaborative workshop bringing experts from IU and across sub-Saharan Africa to discuss cultural heritage sites, and a training for health care providers on new equipment for the first human milk bank in Ghana.
I would like to have you speak at our Rotary club meeting on this human milk project so we see it’s viability and possible partnership