Whilst technical education is taking upward swing, burgeoning into a well-embraced venture, the young ones that have joined the enterprise have proven the necessity of the course.
Few days ago when the students of Architect and Draughtsmanhsip of the Gambia Technical Training Institute (GTTI) held their 2nd annual Arts and Architectural Exhibition at the institute, The Gambia was made to see that Gambian students have talents.
A drawing that depicts Aminata Hydara
The head of Architectural Draughtsmanship Section, Mrs Aminata Hydara, said time was ripe for the draughtsmanship discipline to produce technicians for the country, save for the fact that discipline was lagging behind, compared to other areas of technical studies.
With the realisation of the importance of architectural education on the “creative and aesthetic processes”, she pointed, “it was thought necessary that the architectural draughtsmanship programme be commenced in the institute”.
The exhibition exposed talents and creativeness of Gambian students, who brought in spotlight drawings, designs and earth-constructions viewed by thousands of people.
The course is broad, but more significantly, it is an avenue for self-employment among the teeming youthful population of the country, Mrs Hydara said.
“While also developing students’ creative abilities and understanding, the primary emphasis of this course is building technology and the communication of the design and production [of] information.
“This course prepares the student to operate as an independent practitioner as well as to work as a member of a team. The graduate will be qualified to work within organisations on both the design and sides of the industry.
“To prepare the student for a particular vocational role and at the same time lay the foundation for cultivating the abilities for a higher level of studies. The necessity of being properly informed the power of rational thought and creative imagination and the importance of understanding the broader context with regard to society and the environment will all be incorporated. By being stimulating and challenging, the course will offer the student the opportunity to develop both personally and professionally,” she opined.
Architectural Draughtsmanship is growing into being one of the most marketable disciplines, because many have cherished the embodiment attached to it: a well-regarded course with a potential of self-employed venture.
In an inspiring speech, Kris Powers (Amie Ceesay) a third-year Peace Corpse Volunteer who lectures in the school, told students to bear stoical and work hard, knowing that the longest day will come to an end.
She advised the students, saying: “The world has many lessons to teach you. I consider the world, this Earth, to be like a school and our lives the classrooms. And sometimes lessons on this Earth come dressed up as detours or roadblocks, and sometimes as full-blown crises.
“It’s being able to walk through life eager and open to self-improvement and that which is going to best help you evolve, because that’s why we’re here, to evolve as human beings, to grow into being more of ourselves, always moving to the next level of understanding, the next level of compassion and growth.”
Amie Ceesay, Aminata Hydara and Minister Jammeh on the high table
In what appeared to be one of her last public speeches before ending her voluntary service, Amie Ceesay said: “I chose to join the U.S. Peace Corps to serve my country. What I’ve learned from working here with all of you, is not only am I serving my country, I’m also serving yours as well.
All of you have taught me many things about life, things that you can’t learn from a book and I hope that you have also learned a few things from me. The Gambia has become my second home.”
Youth and Sports Minister Alieu Jammeh was among the dignitaries that graced the annual occasion.
Few days ago when the students of Architect and Draughtsmanhsip of the Gambia Technical Training Institute (GTTI) held their 2nd annual Arts and Architectural Exhibition at the institute, The Gambia was made to see that Gambian students have talents.
A drawing that depicts Aminata Hydara
The head of Architectural Draughtsmanship Section, Mrs Aminata Hydara, said time was ripe for the draughtsmanship discipline to produce technicians for the country, save for the fact that discipline was lagging behind, compared to other areas of technical studies.
With the realisation of the importance of architectural education on the “creative and aesthetic processes”, she pointed, “it was thought necessary that the architectural draughtsmanship programme be commenced in the institute”.
The exhibition exposed talents and creativeness of Gambian students, who brought in spotlight drawings, designs and earth-constructions viewed by thousands of people.
The course is broad, but more significantly, it is an avenue for self-employment among the teeming youthful population of the country, Mrs Hydara said.
“While also developing students’ creative abilities and understanding, the primary emphasis of this course is building technology and the communication of the design and production [of] information. 
“This course prepares the student to operate as an independent practitioner as well as to work as a member of a team. The graduate will be qualified to work within organisations on both the design and sides of the industry.
“To prepare the student for a particular vocational role and at the same time lay the foundation for cultivating the abilities for a higher level of studies. The necessity of being properly informed the power of rational thought and creative imagination and the importance of understanding the broader context with regard to society and the environment will all be incorporated. By being stimulating and challenging, the course will offer the student the opportunity to develop both personally and professionally,” she opined.
Architectural Draughtsmanship is growing into being one of the most marketable disciplines, because many have cherished the embodiment attached to it: a well-regarded course with a potential of self-employed venture.
In an inspiring speech, Kris Powers (Amie Ceesay) a third-year Peace Corpse Volunteer who lectures in the school, told students to bear stoical and work hard, knowing that the longest day will come to an end.
She advised the students, saying: “The world has many lessons to teach you. I consider the world, this Earth, to be like a school and our lives the classrooms. And sometimes lessons on this Earth come dressed up as detours or roadblocks, and sometimes as full-blown crises.
“It’s being able to walk through life eager and open to self-improvement and that which is going to best help you evolve, because that’s why we’re here, to evolve as human beings, to grow into being more of ourselves, always moving to the next level of understanding, the next level of compassion and growth.”
Amie Ceesay, Aminata Hydara and Minister Jammeh on the high table
In what appeared to be one of her last public speeches before ending her voluntary service, Amie Ceesay said: “I chose to join the U.S. Peace Corps to serve my country. What I’ve learned from working here with all of you, is not only am I serving my country, I’m also serving yours as well.
All of you have taught me many things about life, things that you can’t learn from a book and I hope that you have also learned a few things from me. The Gambia has become my second home.”
Youth and Sports Minister Alieu Jammeh was among the dignitaries that graced the annual occasion.
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