Ghanaian rapper Guru, who is currently in his final year at the University of Ghana, has discussed his experience as the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) President in an interview with Andy Dosty on Daybreak Hitz.
Reflecting on his transition from being a performer to leading the students, Guru expressed his satisfaction with his role as SRC President at the University of Ghana.
“To me, it’s a great step. It’s been a long time coming. We’ve been here in showbiz, doing all these performances, and so venturing into the academic space was quite a challenge. Leading the entire student populace is also a great feeling because these were some of the things I was hoping to embark on before finishing school. So, I feel good about it,” he shared.
When asked about his motivation for aiming for such a prestigious position at the university, Guru emphasized his desire to impact lives.
“So, I was looking for a space where I could make a difference in the entire jurisdiction. It wasn’t just about myself in the space of music; we impact lives, not just through performances. Now that I’m a student, I have to be able to think beyond that or think outside the box. I wanted to conceptualize the entire experience, either in the space of music while I was a student or venturing into the academic realm, where I would be leading the student populace,” he explained.
Guru further elaborated on his decision to run for SRC President, sharing his thought process: “I was initially considering vying for a position in my department, but I realized limiting myself to just one sector of the institution wouldn’t be the best approach. I wanted to take on the bigger picture—the larger goal that would impact the entire student body. So I decided to go for the SRC.”
Guru also explained what helped him win the position, saying, “In music, I’ve always been focused on projecting a certain type of content. I tend to avoid discussions in certain spaces, but at the end of the day, the dynamics in music always shift the conversation.”
Guru’s leadership as SRC President at the University of Ghana showcases his commitment to serving the student community and making a positive impact beyond his musical career.