Richmond Acheampong(Dr.)
Richmond Acheampong, PhD
Dept of Communication Studies|Lecturer
Email: racheampong2@csuc.edu.gh
Educational Qualifications
Academic Qualifications
▪Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Journalism – City University, Cambodia (2023)
▪Master of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication – Sikkim Manipal University (2013)
▪Bachelor of Education in Psychology – University of Cape Coast (2007)
Professional Certifications
▪University Teaching – University of Hong Kong (2025)
▪Global Diplomacy: The United Nations in the World – University of London (2025)
▪Principles of Public Relations & the Media — University of Colorado Boulder (2024)
▪Principles of Public Relations — University of Colorado Boulder (2024)
▪The Nuts and Bolts of Public Relations — University of Colorado Boulder (2024)
▪Working with the Media — University of Colorado Boulder (2024)
▪Corporate Communications – University of California (Irvine) (2024)
▪Media Ethics and Governance – University of Amsterdam (2024)
▪Intercultural Communication and Conflict Resolution – University of California (2024)
▪Communication Science — University of Amsterdam (2024)
▪Brand Management: Aligning Business, Brand and Behaviour — University of London (2025)
▪English for Journalism — University of Pennsylvania (2023)
▪Power and Foreign Policy in International Relations — O.P. Jindal Global University (2024)
▪Security & Safety Challenges in a Globalized World — Universiteit Leiden (2025)
▪AI Awakening: Implications for the Economy and Society — Stanford University (2025)
▪The Holocaust-An Introduction (I): Nazi Germany: Ideology, The Jews and the World — Tel Aviv University, (2025)
▪The Holocaust-An Introduction (II): The Final Solution — Tel Aviv University (2025)
▪International Organizations Management — University of Geneva (2025)
▪English for Media Literacy — University of Pennsylvania (2025)
Specialized Training
▪Climate Solutions — The University of Edinburgh (2024)
▪Investigative Journalism — Al Jazeera Media Institute (2023)
▪Science Journalism— Al Jazeera Media Institute (2023)
▪Transmedia Storytelling: Narrative Worlds, Emerging Technologies and Global Audiences — The University of New South Wales, Sydney, (2024)
▪Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty and Stress — Yale University (2024)
▪Speaking and Presenting: Tact — University of Michigan (2024)
▪Teach English Now: Second Language Reading, Writing and Grammar — Arizona State University (2024)
▪Personal Branding — University of Virginia (2024)
▪Everyday Parenting: The ABCs of Child Rearing — Yale University (2025)
▪Digital Journalism — Reuters (2023)
▪International Reporting: The Essential Toolkit — Thomson Foundation (2024)
▪News Writing: The Art of Storytelling — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪News Analysis: The Art of Storytelling — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪Advanced Writing: The Art of Storytelling — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪Journalism Across Multiple Platforms — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪Innovation in Storytelling — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪Artificial Intelligence in the Newsroom: The Ethical Approach — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪AI Journalism Fellowship — FactCheck Africa (2024)
▪Principles of Media Company Management — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪Government Communication Skills — Thomson Foundation UK, (2023)
▪Find Witnesses to Breaking News Events and Obtain, Check and Vet Images — Agence France-Presse (2023)
▪Media Editorial Charter — Thomson Foundation (2024)
▪The Storytellers’ Handbook — Thomson Foundation (2024)
▪Source Protection — Thomson Foundation (2025)
▪Tackling Disinformation during Elections — Agence France-Presse (2023)
▪Rethinking Disinformation: Psychology, Prebunking and Other Tactics to Halt the Spread — Thomson Foundation (2024)
▪Data Journalism — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪Growing and Engaging Your Audience — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪Media Audience Research — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪Environmental Journalism — Thomson Foundation 2023)
▪For the Record: How to Document Stories from a War Zone (for the Newsroom Journalists) — Thomson Foundation (2024)
▪For the Record: How to Document Stories from a War Zone (for Reporters and Crew) — Thomson Foundation (2024)
▪The Photographer’s Ethical Toolkit — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪African Stories: A Guide for Journalists on How to tell Better Stories about Africa — Thomson Foundation (2023)
▪What Makes a Story Strong, Surprising, Sing? — Thomson Foundation (2024)
▪Storytelling and Safety: A Winning Duo — Thomson Foundation (2024)
Professional Experience
Lecturer
Christian Service University, Ghana — 2024 – Present
▪Successfully designed undergraduate-level curricula for courses such as Multimedia and Convergent Journalism, Digital Content Creation and Publication, Mass Communication Theories and Specialized Journalism.
▪Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses including: Mass Communication Theories, Mass Communication, Culture & Society, Introduction to Advertising, Print Media Practice, Introduction to Print Media and Communication Basics.
▪Supervising postgraduate theses and fostering a student-centred, supportive academic environment.
Feature Writer
The Daily Graphic — 2024 – Present
▪Write compelling features on international and political affairs, including topics such as US foreign policy and Middle Eastern geopolitics.
News Reporter and Feature Writer
Modern Ghana Media Communication Ltd — 2023 – Present
▪Feature news stories and feature articles on significant local and international issues, including educational achievements and political developments.
Feature Writer
GhanaWeb — 2024 – Present
▪Focus on global diplomacy and African political issues with publications like: “BRICS Expansion: Implications for Africa and the Middle East”
Teaching Assistant, Academic Writing & Communication Skills
University of Energy and Natural Resources, Ghana
2021 – 2023
▪Assisted in delivering lectures and tutorials on academic writing and communication skills to undergraduate students, enhancing their research and presentation competencies.
▪Provided one-on-one support to students, helping them improve their writing, citation and critical thinking skills.
▪Played an integral role in the development and design of the Master of Philosophy in Sustainable Energy Communication programme.
▪Contributed to course material development, assessment marking and classroom management.
Teaching Assistant in Communication Skills
Sunyani Technical University, Ghana
2021–2022
▪Delivered lectures on Communication Skills, focusing on academic writing, presentation techniques and effective interpersonal communication.
▪Assisted in grading assignments, mentoring students and organizing tutorial sessions to support learning outcomes.
Lecturer & Course Developer
GH Media School, Ghana — 2018–2019
▪Designed and taught a comprehensive course in Newspaper Reporting, equipping students with practical journalistic skills in news writing, editing and story structure.
▪Fostered critical thinking and ethical awareness in news reporting through interactive classroom activities and real-world examples.
News Reporter
DailyMailGh — 2019 – 2020
▪Covered breaking news and human-interest stories, including criminal investigations and community issues.
Lecturer
Sikkim Manipal University-Ghana Learning Centre
2015 – 2016
▪Taught undergraduate courses in Journalism and Media Studies, including News Writing & Reporting, Public Relations & Advertising, Magazine Journalism, Writing for Media, Television Broadcasting and Radio Broadcasting.
▪Mentored students, fostering critical thinking, practical news writing skills and a strong foundation in media ethics.
News Reporter
Daily Guide — 2013 – 2015
▪Reported on national and local events, contributing investigative pieces on issues like education and public safety.
English Language Teacher
Bomaa Senior High School, Ghana
2009 – 2025
▪Designed and delivered engaging English Language lessons aligned with Ghana Education Service (GES) curriculum.
▪Enhanced students’ critical thinking, communication and academic writing skills through interactive and student-centered teaching methods.
▪Prepared students for WASSCE with consistent success rates above regional averages.
Department Head, English Language
Bomaa Senior High School, Ghana
2009 – 2011
▪Led the English Department, supervising teachers and overseeing curriculum implementation. Managed departmental resources, including budgeting for educational materials and coordinating the acquisition of textbooks and teaching aids.
▪Organized internal training sessions and peer reviews to improve instructional quality.
▪Developed strategies to improve student performance in English, resulting in improved exam outcomes.
▪Collaborated with school leadership on academic planning and student support programmes.
Unit Head, Guidance & Counselling
Bomaa Senior High School, Ghana
2009 – 2011
▪Provided leadership for the Guidance & Counselling Unit, offering individual and group counselling to students on academic, personal and social issues.
▪Designed and implemented support programmes to enhance student well-being and academic performance.
▪Collaborated with teachers, parents and school leadership to address student needs and promote a positive school environment.
Professional Affiliations and Memberships
▪Investigative Reporters and Editors (ire.org)
▪Centre for Collaborative Investigative Journalism (ccij.io)
▪The African Journalism Education Network (ajenafrica.com)
Research Interests
▪AI and Journalism
▪Social Media and Journalism
▪Children’s Media Consumption
▪Broadcast Journalism Legislation
▪Media Credibility and Fake News
▪Legal Aspects of Journalism
▪Motivation in Journalism Education
▪Journalistic Ethics
Published Peer reviewed articles
▪Acheampong, R & Frimpong. AK. (2025). AI in Journalism and Teacher Education: Opportunities and Ethical Challenges. The International Journal of Humanities & Social Studies, 13(4)
▪Acheampong, R. (2024). Impact of Social Media on Mainstream Journalism in Ghana. Mazedan State Policies and Legal Review, 5 (1), 1–6.
▪Acheampong, R. (2024). Impact of ‘Brown Envelope Journalism’ on News Coverage in Ghana. Journal of Language, Literature, Social and Cultural Studies, 2 (2), 67–84.
▪Acheampong, R. (2023). Effects of Cartoons on the Behaviour of Children. International Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology, 11 (5).
▪Acheampong, R. (2022). Passage of the Broadcasting Bill into Law in Ghana: Challenges and Prospects for Broadcast Journalism. Mazedan State Policies and Legal Review, 2 (2), 13–24.
▪Acheampong, R. (2022). Effects of Fake News on Public Confidence in the Media. Mazedan International Journal of Social Science and Humanities, 3 (1), 5–9.
▪Acheampong, R. (2017). Repeal of the Criminal Libel Law in Ghana: Challenges and Prospects for Journalism. International Journal of Management and Scientific Research, 1 (4).
▪Acheampong, R. (2017). Driving Motivation for High School Students to Pursue a Career in Journalism. International Journal of Management and Scientific Research, 1 (4).
International Conferences Attended
▪Power of Press Freedom and Online Media for Human Rights and Democracy–Journalists and Writers Foundation
▪English Language Teaching Online Conference (ELTOC), Chapter 7, Block 1, Oxford Professional Development Event, Oxford University Press, 2023.
▪Pearson International School Leaders Conference – Innovating Education for a Changing World, 2023.
▪Amity Global Online Education Conference, Amity University, 2021.