The College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences (CANS) has officially launched its 10th Anniversary celebration at the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) Auditorium.

The celebration is themed “A Decade of Excellence in Science, Technology and Agriculture: Honouring our Past and Shaping our Future.”

Speaking at the ceremony, the Provost of CANS, Prof. Moses Jojo Eghan, expressed his joy at marking this important milestone in the College’s history.

“Today, as we look back at our achievements, we can proudly say we are on the right track,” he said.

Prof. Eghan reiterated the College’s commitment to academic advancement, noting, “We remain committed to fostering an environment that promotes innovation, inclusivity, and excellence.”

He further encouraged stakeholders to build on the achievements of the past. “Let us continue to build on the strong foundation that has been established, ensuring that our College remains a beacon of knowledge and a catalyst for change in our University environment,” he concluded.

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Pro VC, Prof Aheto (4th from left) with the Provost of CANS, Prof Moses Eghan (4th from right) in a group photo with some faculty members of CANS

The Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dennis Worlanyo Aheto who chaired the programme on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong congratulated the College for the milestone and indicated that “We all can testify that this College has been a breeding ground of very important ideas for this University and I can say that on authority”.

Prof. Aheto applauded the College for its accomplishments and encouraged forward-looking thinking.

“As we launch the 10th anniversary of our dear College, we should be reminded that it is not just a reflection on past achievements, but we should use this as an opportunity to also look into the future, the next ten (10) years,” he advised.

He also emphasised the importance of prioritising student welfare, adding, “We need to refocus our attention and make our College more student-friendly.”

A former Provost of CANS, Prof. Samuel Yeboah Mensah, also congratulated the College on the occasion and reflected on its journey.

“I am happy because we have come very far, looking at where we started from. I am glad to see the atmosphere in the room, and that alone is an indication that we have done so well,” he praised.

A Former Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. John Nelson Buah, also offered a congratulatory message, highlighting the impact of effective leadership. “Today, when I look at CANS, I realise that leadership and teamwork make all the difference,” he remarked.

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Pro VC, Prof Aheto (with microphone) and some dignitaries after unveiling the anniversary logo

A key highlight of the launch was the unveiling of the official 10th Anniversary logo. The logo was selected through a design competition featuring seven participants, all of whom received certificates of participation. The top three winners were given cash prizes, with Mr. Ebenezer Boakye emerging as the overall winner, followed by Mr. Emmanuel Eshun Awortwe and Mr. Philip Kiti respectively.

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The Faculty of Science and Technology Education at the College of Education Studies, University of Cape Coast, has refurbished its library. The refurbishment included painting, new furniture, re-tiling and ceiling work, cable installation, and the setup of networking equipment and air conditioning.

This renovation was prompted by the library's previous poor condition.

During the event, the Acting Provost, Prof. Douglass Agyei Darko, highlighted the significance of libraries for any 21st-century institution.

He commended the Faculty's leadership for their foresight in renovating the library and urged users to take good care of the facility.

He encouraged both staff and students to utilize the library's resources to enhance teaching and learning.

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Prof. Douglass Agyei Darko (R) with Mr. Christopher Kwame Filson (L)

The Deputy Librarian, Sam Jonah Library,  Mr. Christopher Kwame Filson, noted that the Sam Jonah Library offers approximately 45,000 electronic books and 45 databases, among other valuable resources.

He explained that users, irrespective of location, only need a compatible laptop with internet access to download and utilize these electronic books effectively.

Therefore, users of this satellite library must take advantage of this electronic resource to enhance research, teaching and learning.

Dr. (Mrs.) Patience Danquah Monnie, the Vice-Dean of the Faculty, stressed the importance of reading as a key method for acquiring quality education, emphasizing that it exposes students to a wealth of knowledge found in various materials.

She expressed optimism that the renovated library would create an inviting environment for students to spend more time there.

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The Acting Provost of the College of Education Studies, Prof. Douglas Darko Agyei, has interacted with American students about Ghana's education system.

The students are part of Michigan State University’s Reeves Scholars Programme; a two-week study abroad that takes students first to Michigan, and then to Ghana.

The Reeves Scholars Programme (RSP) is a global community of future educators working together to become the best educators and make an impact in their classrooms, their communities, and the world.

Addressing the meeting, Prof. Agyei explained that the RSP was one of the many collaborations the College had with Michigan State University, which was initiated in 2019.

However, he expressed sadness that the programme had to come to an end in 2025 as a result of limited funds.

He said he was optimistic that the skills acquired by the students in the programme would make a significant difference in their future teaching careers.

“There is no doubt that this programme is a useful one. We hope that something similar will come because the benefits will help our students immensely,” the provost said.

The Student and Alumni Programmes Coordinator at the African  Studies Centre, Michigan State University (MSU), Dr. Damaris Choti, who led the American students, thanked the participants for their effort and hard work during the programme.

She said, “As Reeves Scholars, you invested your time and energy learning, growing and connecting with teacher candidate colleagues from MSU, with global educators, scholars, and change-makers in pursuit of a deeper understanding of global education, global challenges, and global solutions. Wherever the next step takes you, the world needs global educators, community leaders, and humans like you.”

Dr. Choti urged the Scholars to help young people learn about the world around them, to see themselves not only as members of their families, communities, and country, but also as citizens and stewards of the world. 

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The Directorate of Internal Audit (DIA) at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has officially launched its Internal Audit Awareness Week celebration. 

The Pro Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dennis Worlanyo Aheto, who launched the celebration, also delivered the keynote address on the topic, “The Value Internal Auditors Bring to the University.”

Prof. Aheto highlighted the vital roles internal auditors play in the University environment, stating that they are instrumental in “ensuring accountability and transparency, providing advice to management on laws to ensure compliance and prevent sanctions, as well as serving as a check on management.”

He further emphasised their significance, describing them as “the eyes and ears of the University to detect fraud and prevent fraudulent activities.”

Sharing personal experiences, Prof. Aheto recounted how the DIA had supported him in ensuring clean accounts as the Director of the African Centre of Excellence in Coastal Resilience (ACECoR). He praised the Directorate for their professionalism and urged them to invest in training young staff to secure the future of the University.

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Pro VC-UCC, Prof. Aheto, addressing the audience. With him are the Director of the DIA-UCC, Mr. Emmanuel Owusu (L), and the Deputy Director of DIA, Mr. Samuel K. Anyan (R)

Prof. Aheto also lauded the achievements of the Directorate, particularly the recognition of its Director, Mr. Emmanuel P. Owusu, who was adjudged the Best Internal Auditor for the 2023/2024 auditing year.

Speaking on the theme for the celebration, “Stand Tall; Value Others,” An Assistant Internal Auditor with the DIA, Mrs. Martha N. Adutwum urged her colleagues to maintain professionalism and mutual respect. “Internal auditors are value creators, risk navigators and change makers,” she declared. She added, “We come with insight and solutions and not just to ask questions,” encouraging auditors to build positive relationships as they carry out their responsibilities.

The Director of the DIA, Mr. Emmanuel P. Owusu, expressed gratitude to all attendees for their participation and urged them to actively participate in the week-long event.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC