- Benjamin Nketsiah, a member of the Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School team that won Ghana’s 2020 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ), has been selected for the Homecoming Court at Michigan State University in the United States
- The Ghanaian student announced the recognition on Instagram on Monday, October 19, 2026, during his final year at the university
- Nketsiah thanked God, his university community and those who supported his academic journey, as followers celebrated his latest achievement
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Benjamin Nketsiah, who helped Ghana’s Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC), Legon, win the 2020 National Science and Maths Quiz, has earned another notable academic milestone in the United States.
Source: Instagram
The Ghanaian student was selected as a member of the Homecoming Court at Michigan State University (MSU), a recognition associated with student achievement, leadership and involvement in campus life.
Nketsiah shared the news on Instagram on Monday, October 19, 2026, while completing his final year at the university. He described the selection as a moment he would always treasure and expressed gratitude to the people who had supported him throughout his journey.
Benjamin Nketsiah celebrates Michigan State University honour
Nketsiah is a student in Michigan State University's College of Natural Science and Honors College. His selection to the Homecoming Court adds to the academic recognition he first received in Ghana as a member of PRESEC's championship-winning quiz team.
According to his announcement, Homecoming week began on October 5, bringing a memorable moment during his final year at the institution.
In his Instagram post, Nketsiah wrote:
"On October 5, Homecoming week began—and my final year at MSU brought a moment I’ll always treasure: the honour of being selected as a member of our Homecoming Court. Grateful to God, my Spartan community, and everyone who has made this journey possible."
He signed off with “Go Green!”, a rallying cry associated with Michigan State University, alongside the Ghanaian flag emoji.
The Homecoming Court is a student recognition tradition at American universities. At MSU, the court includes selected students recognised for their contributions to the university community.
From Ghana's NSMQ champion to Michigan State University
Nketsiah first gained national recognition in Ghana in 2020 when he was part of the PRESEC team that won the National Science and Maths Quiz.
The NSMQ is one of Ghana's best-known secondary-school academic competitions, testing students' knowledge of science and mathematics. Its annual contest attracts considerable attention from schools, alumni and the wider public.
PRESEC's victory helped raise the profile of the students who represented the school, including Nketsiah.
He later pursued higher education in the United States, studying Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Michigan State University. His selection to the Homecoming Court represents recognition beyond his earlier success in the academic competition.
The honour also highlights the role students can play in university life outside the classroom through their involvement in campus communities as reported by YEN News.
The Instagram post of Benjamin Nketsiah announcing the honour is below:
Social media users congratulate Benjamin Nketsiah
Nketsiah's announcement attracted congratulatory messages from followers, many of whom praised his achievement and encouraged him to continue pursuing his ambitions.
Some of the reactions shared on Instagram included:
@libbywoodard wrote:
"Congrats Benji!!! No one more deserving of it than you!"
@na_.mickey said:
"Congratulations, Benjie. Keep soaring higher."
@ms_nketsiah_ commented:
"Congratulations, Benjie 🥳. 4 million gold stars for you 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾❤️❤️."
@mic_ki88 added:
"Let's go, Beta Ben! You are such an Alpha ❤️."
The messages reflected the excitement surrounding Nketsiah's latest milestone, with supporters celebrating his progress from a celebrated Ghanaian quiz competitor to a student receiving recognition at a major American university.
His journey continues to draw attention to Ghanaian students making their mark internationally, combining academic ambition with participation in university life.
Source: TUKO.co.ke