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Vice-Chancellor hosts delegation from Confucius Institute International Board

20 Dec, 2024 By DIS

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, has hosted members of Confucius Institute International Board from Hunan City University, China, at his office.

The meeting discussed matters aimed at strengthening educational ties between the two institutions.

The delegation were: Vice-President, Prof. Tan Xian Liang of Hunan City University; Director of Evaluation Office, Prof. Zeng Ge; Dean, School of Humanities, Prof. Fu Jianan. Others were: Deputy Director of the Office of International Affairs, Du Lin Yuan and Deputy Director, Office of Scientific Research, Prof. Zhao Xu.

Prof. Boampong said UCC had enjoyed a fruitful relationship with the Confucius Institute for nearly a decade. He averred that the collaboration had led to the establishment of a Confucius Institute on UCC campus, which had played a crucial role in promoting the teaching of the Chinese language and culture.

“The benefit of this relationship goes beyond UCC to other tertiary institutions, senior high schools, and basic schools in the Central region,” he stressed.

Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong presenting a gift to Prof. Tan Xian Liang of Hunan City University

The Vice-Chancellor expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting the importance of cross-cultural understanding in today’s globalized world. He noted that the Confucius Institute played a vital role in enhancing the learning of the Chinese language and culture, which could greatly benefit students and faculty alike.

“This meeting marks a new chapter in our partnership,” Prof. Boampong stated. “Together, we can build bridges between our cultures and foster a greater understanding that transcends geographical boundaries.”

The leader of the delegation, Prof. Liang shared insights into ongoing initiatives and potential collaborative projects that could enhance academic cooperation.

He reiterated the Institute’s readiness to co-operate with UCC to create opportunities for joint research, faculty exchanges, and cultural programmes designed to enrich the educational experience for students at both institutions.

Prof. Liang thanked the Vice-Chancellor for the warm reception and reiterated the Institute’s commitment to strengthening ties with UCC.

Some of the issues discussed at the meeting were: Introduction of B.Ed (Chinese); establishment of the West Africa Centre for Training and Testing of Chinese Teachers; elevation of the UCCCI to the status of a faculty; students and staff exchange; joint academic conference, building complex for UCCCI.

Also present at the meeting were the Registrar, Gideon Enoch Abbeyquaye, Esq.; Dean Faculty of Arts, Prof. Sarfo Sarfo-Kantankah; China Director of UCCCI, Ou Yamei; Ghana Director of UCCI, Prof. Emmanuel Amo Ofori and College Registrar, College of Humanities and Legal Studies (CHLS), Mr. Ebenezer Aggrey.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

 

UCC Governing Council Appoints Prof. Denis Aheto as Pro Vice-Chancellor

19 Dec, 2024 By DIS

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) Governing Council at its Special Meeting held on Thursday,19th December, 2024, appointed Prof. Denis Worlanyo Aheto, as the new Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University with effect from 1st January, 2025.

Prof. Aheto, who takes over from Prof. Rosemond Aboagyewaa Boohene, is a professor of Coastal Ecology and Interdisciplinary Ocean Studies.

He is currently the Director of Centre for Coastal Management/ Africa Centre of Excellence in Coastal Resilience (ACECoR).

 Profile of Prof. Denis Worlanyo Aheto

  • Born on 1 April, 1972 at Nsawam in the Eastern Region
  • Hails from Adutor in the Volta Region
  • Completed O’ Level in 1990 at St. Martins’ Secondary School, Nsawam
  • Had A’ Level in 1992 at the Pope Johns’ Secondary School, Koforidua
  • Obtained Bsc. (Hons) Degree in Biological Sciences and a Diploma in Education in 1998 at the University of Cape Coast (UCC)
  • Worked as a Teaching Assistant at the then Department of Botany at the UCC from 1998-99
  • Served Ghana Education Service as a Biology Teacher at the St. Augustine’s College in 1999
  • Completed his master’s degree in Rural Development Studies at the Swedish Agricultural University in Uppsala in 2002.
  • Had MSc. Degree in International Studies in Tropical Aquatic Ecology at the Centre for Tropical Marine Ecology in 2004
  • Obtained a PhD Degree in Environmental Science at the Center for Environment and Technology at the University of Bremen, Germany, in 2008
  • Appointed as a lecturer at the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (DFAS) at UCC in 2009
  • Appointed as Casford Hall Tutor in 2010
  • Promoted to Senior Lecturer in 2012 and appointed as Head of DFAS in the same year
  • During his term of office as Head of DFAS, he led the formal establishment of the Centre for Coastal Management in 2013 and was appointed its first Director in 2016 till date.
  • Published over 50 peer reviewed academic papers in reputable journals over a period of 14 years
  • His standing as an accomplished academic is further demonstrated in the number of organisations interested in funding his research and these include World Bank, among others
  • Staunch Catholic and his hobbies include music, travelling and family leisure time
  • Married to Mrs. Cythia Aheto and they are blessed with a son, Arnold Sefa Aheto
  • Promoted to Associate Professor in 2017
  • Promoted to full-fledged Professor in 2020
  • Appointed as a visiting professor at the Faculty of Environment of the University of Waterloo in Canada in 2023

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

26 staff members of Directorate of University Health Services honoured

19 Dec, 2024 By DIS

Twenty-six workers of the Directorate of University Health Services have been honoured for their dedication and hard work towards improving service delivery at the UCC hospital this year.

The award scheme was designed to recognise and celebrate outstanding performance and meritorious service by individual health workers to motivate them to do more and inspire others.

All the award winners received plaques and mementoes.

Awards

Mr. Charles Baidoo won the best mortuary staff member, Ms Cynthia Kwofie won the best Paediatric ward award while Mr. Amos Awuku won the best Health Finance award.

The best conservancy award went to Mr. Samuel Arhin, and the best Surgical ward prize went Miss. Victoria Crentsil, while Ms. Rafiatu Saeed was adjudged the best Accident and Emergency  worker.

 

Prof. Mawuli Kotopo Gyakpo recieving award from Dr. James Kojo Prah

The best outpatient department award went to  Mr. John Edisimah while the best Environmental Health worker went to Mr. Patrick Botwey and Issah Aminu Mohammed.

Special awards were also presented to Mrs. Rita Mills Davis, Mr. Timothy Adjetey and Mr. Vicent Quainoo.

Prof. Mawuli Kotopo Gyakpo and Mr Rockefeller Yaw Adjei, from the School of Medical Sciences, received Excellence Awards.

Commendation

The Director of DUHS, Dr. James Kojo Prah, commended the awardees for their hard work in serving the public.

He added that the awards were part of continual effort of celebrating healthcare delivery personnel each year for standing tall to save lives.

Dr. Prah expressed worry about the uncontrolled exodus of nurses to foreign countries and called on University management to urgently absorb contract staff nurses at the hospital.

Dr. James Kojo Prah addressing the ceremony

“This year, 10 staff members at DUHS have resigned and travelled abroad to seek greener pasture. Additionally, some staff members are planning to travel. So we have to recruit new staff to replace them to ensure quality healthcare services,” he added.

The Director, who congratulated the award winners, encouraged healthcare workers to continue to striving for excellence.

He said the recognition served as a motivation to the awardees and other health practitioners to continue delivering unprecedented healthcare services to the University community.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

 

Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid renovates Dept. of History and Diplomacy HoD’s Office

18 Dec, 2024 By DIS

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, has given a facelift to the office of the Head of Department of History and Diplomacy at the University of Cape Coast (UCC). 

The renovation work, which was estimated at  GH 80, 000, included an executive desk, swivel chair, printer, power board, ceiling fan, soap dispenser and book cabinet.

Speaking at the handover ceremony, Dr. Hamid, who is also a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Religion and Human Values, UCC, said he wanted to be part of the history and success story of the Department that was why he offered to renovate the office.

He said he believed that a good working environment was essential in getting workers to be dedicated and committed to their work therefore any attempt to beautify the workplace must be embraced by all.

Dr. Hamid added that   the new look  of the office would go a long way to motivate staff to give of their best. 

For her part, the Head of Department , Dr. Martha Alibah, expressed gratitude to Dr. Hamid for the gesture.

The Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Prof. Kwabena Sarfo Sarfo-Kantankah presenting citation to Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid

She said the new office marked a significant milestone in the Department’s journey towards efficiency and excellence.

The Provost of the College of Humanities and Legal Studies, Prof. Kwame Osei Kwarteng, commended Dr. Hamid for his benevolence.

He called on other public-spirited individuals and organisations to emulate the example.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

DUHS Tops Peer Review of Health facilities in Central Region

18 Dec, 2024 By DIS

The University of Cape Coast Hospital has been adjudged the best health facility in the Central Region in this year’s peer review programme with a score of 97.2 per cent.

The peer review programme was introduced by the Ministry of Health and Ghana Health Services to improve and promote quality health care in the country.

As part of the assessment, assessors from various hospitals used a checklist score system in accessing and measuring the performance of each hospital annually.

Delivering a speech at the ceremony, the College Registrar for College of Humainities and Legal Studies (CHLS), Mr. Ebenezer Aggrey, congratulated the hospital for the achievement.

Some assessors at the UCC Hospital

He urged staff of the hospital to work harder to maintain the standard and further appreciated the output of all healthcare professionals towards patients.

Mr. Aggrey assured the Hospital that management of University would continue to support them to attain more laurels.

For his part, the Director of Directorate of University Health Services (DUHS), Dr. James Kojo Prah, expressed his profound gratitude to the University Management, as well Management and Staff of DUHS for their contribution and support towards the peer review programme. 

 

Brief Profile of the Directorate of University Health Services (DUHS)

The Directorate of University Health Services (DUHS) began as a Clinic in 1963, attached to the Adehye Hall to cater for the health needs of students, staff and their dependents. It is now one of the Directorates of the University and consists of the University Health Services (UHS) and the Environmental Health Section (EHS).  It is licensed as a Primary Health Care (PHC) Facility by the Health Facility Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) of Ghana. The Facility is a member of the Ghana Association of Quasi-Government Health Institutions (GAQHI). It is a designated sub-Metro of the Cape Coast Metropolitan Health Directorate with five (5) functional Community-Based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) Zones located at Akotokyir, Amamoma, Duakor/Abakam, Kwaprow, and OLA catchment areas. It is a 70 bed-capacity Facility with a catchment population of 37,322 (excluding students and staff).

Source: Documentation and Information Section

UCC Swears in New SRC Executives

17 Dec, 2024 By DIS

New executives of the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) have been sworn into office for the 2024/2025 academic year.

The short swearing-in ceremony took place at the new Academic Board Chamber.

The new executives are Abraham Norman Nortey (President), Bridget Boahemaa Opoku (Vice-President), Vivian Mensah (Secretary), Elisaphet Kwabena Opare (Treasurer), and Freda Kumi (Women’s Commissioner).

The rest are Felix Nana Wiafe (PRO), Patience Sarpong Akuoko (Coordinating Secretary), Abubakari Abdul-Quddous (General Sports Secretary) and Barbara Nti Nkansah (Local NUGS President), Georgina Osei Quansah (Local NUGS Secretary).

The SRC executives and management of UCC after the ceremony

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, addressing the elected officers, congratulated them on their election and inauguration.

He told them to work together to achieve their goals for the student body.

The Vice-Chancellor cautioned them not to use their position to lord over the students.

He assured the executives of the commitment of management to work with them.

The new SRC President, Abraham Norman Nortey, thanked the students for the confidence reposed in him and said the privilege to serve would not be abused. 

He pledged to work assiduously to promote the welfare of students in the University.

He called for unity and collaboration among the student body and the university administration.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

Goldfields Ghana Foundation sponsors 40 UCC Students

17 Dec, 2024 By DIS

Goldfields Ghana Foundation has presented scholarships to 40 students of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) for the   2024/2025 academic year.

The beneficiary students were drawn from the 19 host communities of the Tarkwa and Damang Mines.

Presenting the cheque, the Executive Secretary of Gold Fields Ghana Foundation, Mr. Abdel Razak Yakubu, urged the awardees to effectively utilise the scholarship to excel in their education, and assured them of the continuous support of the  Foundation.

He explained that the Scholarship Programme was open to students who had gained admission into any tertiary institution in Ghana.

Mr. Abdel Razak Yakubu

To qualify, he said, one must either be a native of any of the company’s 19 host communities, or must be resident in that community before Gold Fields started its operations in Ghana.

“Applicants complete a form that is issued by the Foundation to community chiefs and assembly members. Before a candidate is considered for an interview, the chief must endorse the form as proof that the candidate indeed satisfies the residency condition,” Mr. Yakubu said.

He indicated that the ultimate desire of the Foundation was to develop and maintain the culture of giving back to society.

However, he said financial constraints had been a major obstacle for many brighter young minds, and these forced them to abandon their educational aspirations and settle for a life that was far below their potential.

“As Goldfields Ghana Foundation, it is our duty to bridge this gap and provide opportunities for growth and development,” he stated.

That, according to Mr. Abdel Razak Yakubu, the Scholarship Scheme was not just about financial aid, but it was about recognising and celebrating talented resilient students for their desire

The Registrar, Mr. Enoch Gideon Abbeyquaye, who received the cheque, expressed appreciation to the Foundation for its benevolence and investment in students.

Mr. Abbeyquaye said naturally, educational scholarships provided an opportunity for many people to go to school and actualize their dreams and support society.

Mr. Enoch Gideon Abbeyquaye

He advised the beneficiaries to show gratitude to the Foundation by studying hard to make  the scholarships worthwhile.

In a remark, the Head of Students’ Financial Support Office (StuFSO),UCC, Ms. Grace Mensah, congratulated the scholarship recipients for their hard work and perseverance and encouraged them to remain focused on their studies.

 “The only difficulty you should face is studying. Goldfields Ghana Foundation believes in your potential, and that is the reason it is investing in your dreams and future,” she said.

A level 300 Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Ms. Mary Osei, on behalf of the beneficiaries, expressed appreciation to the Foundation for the support.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

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