A four-member committee constituted by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, to draw up the history of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has presented its final report on the document.

Chaired by Prof. Kwame Osei Kwarteng, with Prof. Wilson Yayoh, Prof. De-Valera N.Y.M Botchwey and Dr. Peter Boakye as members, the committee was tasked to produce a book documenting the history of the University from 1962-2022.

Presenting the report, entitled, “A History of the University of Cape Coast: Sixty Years of Quality Higher Education in Ghana. 1962-2022”, Prof. Kwarteng thanked the Vice-Chancellor for the confidence reposed in the members to carry out such an important assignment.

He said the committee knew it was an important and delicate assignment to document the history of UCC to mark the 60th anniversary celebration of the University; hence, they attached importance to it and dedicated themselves to all issues with meticulous attention.

Prof. Kwarteng (with document in hand) speaking during the presentation

Prof. Kwarteng (with document in hand) speaking during the presentation

He told the Vice-Chancellor that the document was made up of five (5) parts, with thirteen (13) chapters.

Prof. Kwarteng indicated that the new document was a build up on the 50th anniversary celebration document on the history of UCC.

Receiving the report, Prof. Boampong commended members of the Committee for their sacrifices and dedication to a worthy cause. He was confident that the report was appropriate and fit-for- purpose.

Prof. Boampong expressed optimism that considering the expertise of the Committee’s chair and its members, the document would be an invaluable historical asset to guide staff and students of the University.

The Pro-Vice Chancellor, Prof. Rosemond Boohene and the Registrar, Mr. Jeff Onyame were present at the meeting.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC