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PhD student donates to Ankaful Main Camp Prison

28 Jan, 2025 By DIS

A second-year PhD Accounting Education candidate at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Mr. Gideon Quansah, has embarked on a humanitarian mission to support inmates of the Ankaful Main Camp Prison.

The benevolent exercise forms part of the celebration of his birthday anniversary and falls under his foundation dubbed 'Gideon’s Charity Foundation'.

Items donated to the institution included toiletries, detergents, packs of water, Kivo Products, toothbrushes, and toothpaste among other assorted drinks.

Mr. Gideon Quansah (in smock) presenting the items to Dr. Aaron Agbenyegah

At a short ceremony to hand over the items, Mr. Quansah said the donation was aimed at providing some of the basic needs of the male inmates to ensure their well-being during their incarceration.

He expressed joy at supporting the Prisons Service, which he said, had a very important mandate of taking care and reforming prisoners.

Mr. Quansah said as a postgraduate student, he was obliged to contribute to community service apart from conducting extensive research.

“I am committed to giving back to society and extending support to institutions such as the Prisons Service, as part of my community service as a postgraduate student of the UCC.,” he continued.

He expressed his readiness to support the prison with a stitching machine to be used at the prison’s garment centre, to enable the inmates to learn a trade and be self-sufficient after serving their prison sentences.

Commendation

The Officer-in-Charge of the Ankaful Main Camp Prison, Dr. Aaron Agbenyegah, received the items and commended the postgraduate student for his kind gesture, adding that it would go a long way to support the male inmates.

He explained that the goal of the prison was not to punish but to cause amendment by rehabilitating the inmates back into society.

Mr. Gideon Quansah (in smock) with some postgraduate students of UCC after the donation

As a result, he called on corporate Ghana and the public to support the prison’s skills training programme to reform the inmates and make them employable upon their release. 

“Without the collective help of the public, the mandate of reformation, rehabilitation and reintegration of such persons into the society cannot be achieved,” he said.

He assured the donor that the items provided would be used by the prison inmates.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

 

GRASAG-UCC organises two-day Research Training Workshop

27 Jan, 2025 By DIS

Participants in the just-ended two-day Research Training Workshop on R Programming have been urged to impart the knowledge and skills acquired to contribute to research excellence in the country.

The workshop, organised by the Graduate Students' Association of Ghana (GRASAG), University of Cape Coast (UCC) branch in collaboration with the Centre for Data Analysis, Management, Archiving and Advocacy (CDAMAA), provided participants with practical knowledge in data analysis, equipping them with skills essential for research and academic pursuits.

Addressing participants, a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Data Science and Economic Policy at the School of Economics,Dr. Joshua Sebu, called on graduate students to harness the power of data science and analytics to unlock new frontiers of innovation and drive sustainable growth.

He said Data Science was not merely a buzzword, but a discipline that empowered them to extract meaningful patterns and trends from vast volumes of data and indicated that, it would equip them with the tools and techniques to delve deep into the intricacies of information, and uncovering hidden gems that could drive innovation and growth.

According to him, in this era of technological advancement, data had become the lifeblood of businesses and organizations across the globe, and it held the power to unlock invaluable insights, drive informed decisions-making and fuel transformative change.

Dr. Joshua Sebu (with mic) explaining a point at the workshop

Dr Sebu said the training would help close the skills gap, where graduate students face significant skills gaps in data science and analytics.

For his part, the President of GRASAG-UCC, Mr. Robert Ipiin Gnankob,  admonished the students to take the training seriously to advance their data analysis skills.

He emphasized the fact that data analytics was no longer the future but the present.

Mr. Robert Ipiin Gnankob

Mr. Gnankob was optimistic that the workshop would build the students’ expertise in analytical tools and independent problem-solving.

The President encouraged the trainees to be problem-solvers and change makers to impact society positively.

David Osei, a participant, said: “This workshop has opened my eyes to the vast opportunities that Data Science and Analytics offers in postgraduate research. This knowledge will definitely help me stay ahead in a competitive academic environment.”

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CES Provost Pledges Accountability Under GOT Mobility Project

27 Jan, 2025 By DIS

The Provost of College of Education Studies, University of Cape Coast (UCC), Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis, says knowledge gained from the Getting on Together (GOT) mobility project will be put to good use for the benefit of the institution. 

Speaking at a gathering held in the College of Education Studies' Conference Room to commemorate the project’s progress, Prof. Davis remarked, “I will ensure that the knowledge gained by our faculty from the training will be put to good use. I will hold them accountable as the Provost of the College.”

The GOT project is a collaborative initiative involving the UCC, the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), Tampere University, Finland, and Tallinn University, Estonia, is aimed at empowering universities with digital advancements in education to foster academic excellence. Through the initiative, 30 faculty members—15 from UCC and 15 from UEW—have undergone extensive training to enhance their skills in digitalization and pedagogy.

Prof. Ernest Kofi Davis addressing the meeting

Prof. Davis expressed gratitude to all institutions involved, acknowledging their contributions to the University’s growth. “We are thankful to all the parties involved in this project, and we can assure you that the efforts will not be in vain. The initiative aligns perfectly with the University’s vision to equip students with 21st-century skills,” he continued.

Prof. Davis reaffirmed his resolve to ensure that the impact of the training resonates across the institution, contributing to the broader vision of modernizing education for the digital age.

Associate Professor Jussi Okkonen

Highlighting the international collaboration, Associate Professor Jussi Okkonen from Tampere University emphasized the dual benefits of the programme. 

“The GOT project creates an avenue for European universities to contextualize how things work in Ghana while identifying the funding and resources necessary for digitalization projects,” he explained.

Dr. Christopher Yarkwah

The Principal Investigator for UCC, Dr. Christopher Yarkwah, expressed his appreciation on behalf of the GOT project delegation. He assured the Provost that the skills and knowledge acquired through the programme would be effectively applied to enhance teaching and learning at the College of Education Studies and across the University.

The event underscored the importance of global partnerships in advancing education and demonstrated UCC's commitment to innovation and excellence in academia.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

 

Pharmaceutical Society calls on Pro Vice-Chancellor

27 Jan, 2025 By DIS

The leadership of the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGH) has paid a courtesy call to the Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Prof. Denis Aheto at his office.

The President of PSGH, Pharmacist Dr. Samuel Kow Donkoh, speaking at the meeting, said the visit was to inform management of the University about the upcoming PSGH Annual General Meeting (AGM) which will be hosted at the UCC from 15-21 September 2025.

He said the AGM was the flagship gathering of PSGH, which would bring together  over 5,000 pharmacists across diverse practice groups in Ghana.

The President of PSGH, Pharmacist Dr. Samuel Kow Donkoh, speaking at the meeting.

Dr. Donkoh took advantage of the meeting to prevail on management of the University to release some facilities to facilitate the hosting of the AGM.

In response, Pro Vice-Chancellor warmly welcomed the delegation and indicated the readiness of the UCC to host the AGM.

Present at the meeting were the Dean of School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SoPPS)-UCC, Prof. Elvis Ofori Ameyaw, Mrs. Esther Bema Nimo, Faculty Officer at SoPPS, as well as executives of Central Regional branch of PSGH.

 

 

Pro Vice-Chancellor receives Prof. Agostino Merico

24 Jan, 2025 By DIS

The Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Prof. Denis Aheto, has received a professor of Global Change Ecology at the Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research at the University of Breman, Germany, Prof. Agostino Merico, at his office.

The visit was to inform the Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Winter School 2025 which will take place from 27- 31 January, 2025 at the University of Cape Coast.

According to Prof. Agostino Merico, the Winter School was aimed at exploring a number of ecological problems using state-of-the-art modelling methods, including differential equation-based and agent-based modelling.

Prof. Denis Aheto (Left) interacting with Prof. Agostino Merico ( in brown shirt).

He added that the Winter School promotes cultural exchange between students of different backgrounds and fosters ethical and legal values in ocean governance for a sustainable and peaceful use of marine resources.

“The Winter School is an opportunity for enthusiastic students to learn and discuss mathematical modelling techniques that are relevant for addressing problems in marine ecology, fishery, and climate,” added Prof. Merico.

Prof. Denis Aheto explaining a point during the meeting

For his part, Prof. Aheto commended Prof. Merico for choosing UCC to host the Winter School.

He assured him of the University’s support to make the event a success.

The discussion also covered a wide range of academic issues of mutual interest.

Present at the meeting were the Head of the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Science, Prof. Joseph Aggrey-Fynn, and the Senior Assistant Registrar at the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Mr. Alfred Ghartey.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

Climate Research Fund for African Students launched at UCC

24 Jan, 2025 By DIS

The Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) has launched the Climate Research Fund for African Students at the University of Cape Coast (UCC).

This is a significant step toward empowering young researchers with the resources needed to address Africa’s most pressing environmental and climate challenges. 

In addition to providing funding for impactful, student-led research, the programme also offers critical capacity-building opportunities,expert mentorship, and access to global knowledge-sharing platforms.

In this light, beneficiaries will connect with policymakers, academics, and international stakeholders to maximize the reach and effectiveness of their research.

Through the Climate Research Fund, GAYO seeks to drive youth-led local innovation in Africa and create lasting solutions for the continent’s vulnerable communities. 

Professor Denis Aheto speaking at the ceremony

At the launch at Auditorium 900, the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Professor Denis Aheto, described the fund as both “timely and essential” for African students to conduct research, develop innovative solutions, and become leaders in the fight against climate change.

He expressed excitement that UCC was pioneering the Fund and indicated that it was an important step to empower young researchers to drive climate resilience and innovation across Africa.

Prof. Aheto said the unveiling of the Climate Research Fund for African students would also facilitate the development of sustainable solutions to mitigate and adapt to climate change and promote interdisciplinary collaboration among students from various academic backgrounds.

“I am excited about the potential impact of this initiative and the role that our students and faculty members will play in shaping the future of our planet,” he continued.

Some members of GAYO and staff members of UCC after the launch

Prof. Aheto admitted that the world was facing unprecedented environmental challenges such as rising temperatures, devastating natural disasters and unpredictable weather patterns, rising sea levels that threaten the foundation of societies.

He challenged stakeholders to take bold action to mitigate these effects and ensure a sustainable future for generations.

“The Climate Change Research Fund for African students is therefore a critical step in this direction. Ghana has climate-sensitive sectors, namely, agriculture, forestry, marine and coastal economies, other inland water resources among others and therefore the need to take climate actions,” Prof. Aheto added.

Some students at the launch

According to him, the UCC had been involved in research, teaching and outreach in relevant areas to mitigate the impact of climate change. 

“For instance, in response to climate change and food security, the School of Biological Sciences through the Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology used molecular breeding techniques to develop climate-smart and drought-tolerant cowpeas as well as striga-resistant cowpeas to mitigate production losses.

A Co-Founder of GAYO, Mr. Desmond Alugnoa, addressing the launch

For his part, a Co-Founder of GAYO, Mr. Desmond Alugnoa, said through this initiative, his NGO was drawing attention to the fundamental gap and providing an opportunity for the youth to reimagine the possibility of becoming knowledge bearers, innovators, and inventors in the green transition”. 

He added that the program will kick off with a pilot phase at the University of Cape Coast, which would serve as the foundation for a broader expansion across Africa. 

“This initiative is a reflection of GAYO’s dedication to empowering the next generation of climate leaders in Africa while staying committed to locally-led solutions,” Mr. Alugnoa indicated.

Prof. Moses Joojo Eghan

The Provost of the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences, Prof. Moses Joojo Eghan, commended GAYO for the initiative and said climate change had become part of the world and, therefore, there was a need to take action to mitigate its effect.

He challenged UCC students to take advantage of the Fund to embark on rigorous research in climate change.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

 

108 School of Biological Sciences Students Receive Dean's Award

24 Jan, 2025 By DIS

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) School of Biological Sciences has awarded 108 students at its maiden Dean’s awards ceremony.

In all, 57 Level 200 students, 33 level 300 and 18 level 400 students were awarded at the  event to recognise and motivate high performing students who obtained first class at the end of each academic year.

The Dean of the School, Prof. Aaron Tetteh Asare, congratulated the award winners and urged other students  to take their studies seriously to enable them to graduate with good classes.

Prof. Aaron Asare presenting a certificate to an awardee. Looking on is a faculty member of the School of Biological Sciences

He asked them to take advantage of every opportunity that comes their way in school  and society, and always show love and respect to their parents and lecturers.

The Dean told them to build valuable networks as they formed part of the building blocks through which they could progress in society.

He reminded the students to make good use of their time and urged them not to waste time on unnecessary things but rather use their time profitably.

The Provost of the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences, Prof. Moses Eghan, presenting a certificate to an awardee

An awardee in level 400, Jessica Danso, who spoke on behalf of her colleagues, expressed gratitude to the School and promised that they would study hard to be on the Dean's list next academic year.

The Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Denis Aheto, who chaired the event, commended the awardees and encouraged those who could not make it on the Dean's list to study hard to make it year.

All the awardees were presented with certificates.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

Vice-Chancellor inspires UCC staff

21 Jan, 2025 By DIS

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko-Boampong, has commended staff of the University for their dedication and commitment to duty despite the challenges they go through in the discharge of their duties.

According  to the Vice-Chancellor, staff of the University played crucial roles in lifting high the flag of University  in 2024.

He cited the recent achievement of UCC in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, where UCC was ranked as the number one  university in Ghana and West Africa.

"I am here to say thank you for the work you did in 2024. We recognise your untiring efforts," he added.

Some faculty members at the event

Prof. Boampong  made the remarks while interacting with faculty members of the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences.

The Vice-Chancellor was accompanied by the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Denis  Worlanyo Aheto, and the Registrar, Mr. Gideon Enoch Abbeyquaye.

Speaking further, he encouraged the staff to strive beyond their challenges to continue to serve the University and expressed management's commitment to improve their operations.

The interactive session afforded the Vice-Chancellor the opportunity to officially introduce the Pro Vice-Chancellor and the Registrar to staff of the College.

The Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Denis Worlanyo Aheto expressed his excitement in meeting the staff and pledged to work with them for the good of the University.

The Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Denis Worlanyo Aheto being introduced at the event

He said staff professional development was high on his agenda and would work closely with the Vice-Chancellor to achieve the mission of the University

 The Registrar also took turns to share his vision with  the gathering.

The Provost of the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences, Prof. Moses Joojo Eghan , thanked the Vice-Chancellor and his accompanying delegation for the engagement, adding that it was refreshing that management of the University decided to visit and engage staff.

     
Prof. Isaac Kojo A Galyuon of the Department of Molecular Biology and  Biotechnology asking a question during event

As part of the event, faculty members asked questions which were answered by the Vice-Chancellor.

Later, the Vice-Chancellor met with staff of the College of Education Studies.

Source: Documetation and Information Section

UCC wins GUSA games

21 Jan, 2025 By DIS

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) lived up to its ‘host and win’ mantra to emerge winners with 18 gold, 18 silver and 17 bronze medals at the just ended 28th edition of Ghana Universities Sports Association (GUSA 2024) Games held in Cape Coast.

This is the first time in ten years that a university has hosted and won the games.

The University picked up seven trophies from basketball (male and female), hockey (female), netball (female), volleyball (male and female) and tennis (male).

The defending champions, University of Education, Winneba (UEW) also won seven trophies from beach volleyball (female), goalball (male) handball (male and female), badminton (male and female), and table tennis (female).

The University of Ghana (UG) won five trophies, from athletics (male and female), beach volleyball (male), goal ball (female) and hockey (male).

The two-week games which were held on the theme:‘Repositioning University Sports for National Development.”

The University of Ghana, Legon placed second with 15 gold, 12 silver and 15 bronze medals to place second on the table.

University of Education, Winneba (UEW) came third with 14 gold, 18 silver and nine bronze medals.

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) took the fourth position with 14 gold, 13 silver and nine bronze medals.

The Vice- Chancellor of UEW, Prof. Stephen Jobson Mitchual with atheletes of UEW

Taking the fifth position was the University of Development Studies (UDS) with seven gold, eight silver and nine bronze medals while University of Energy and Natural Resources (UNER) took the sixth position with one gold and five bronze medals.

Simon Diedong Dombo University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (SDD UBIDS) clinched the seventh position with a gold and bronze.

The Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) and Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills, Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED) shared the eighth position with a bronze each.

Addressing the closing ceremony, the President of GUSA, Shaibu Tanko Ibrahim, commended the athletes for exhibiting their individual skills and talents.

He lauded the local organising committee for their hard work which culminated in the success of the games.

Mr. Ibrahim called for investments in the existing sports facilities across the universities and the country as a whole.

The Vice Chancellor of UCC, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong addressing the gathering

For his part, the Vice Chancellor of UCC, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, said the availability of resources was important in supporting university sports, as universities were the fertile grounds to produce highly disciplined and professional sports talent.

“This support is crucial for developing sports professionals who can represent our national teams effectively,” he said.

He indicated that there was a vast reservoir of untapped talent within the universities that the nation could explore to strengthen our national teams.

Prof. Boampong further said: “As academic institutions, we recognise the vital role that sports play in national development.”

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

 

University of Cape Coast Hosts Salisbury University

20 Jan, 2025 By DIS

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) School of Nursing and Midwifery has hosted nursing students from Salisbury University, USA, as part of efforts to enhance academic partnerships and promote cross-cultural collaboration in healthcare education. 

The students will seek practical exposure on Ghana Health Systems.

The visit also seeks to equip the foreign students with basic knowledge to enable them to appreciate their field of study and the interaction with students and faculty of the UCC.

Dean of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at UCC, Prof. Jerry Paul Kukye-Ayiri Ninnoni, speaking at the ceremony

The Dean of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at UCC, Prof. Jerry Paul Kukye-Ayiri Ninnoni, expressed optimism about the potential benefits of the partnership. 

“We believe and hope that their experience will be holistic,” he remarked.

He urged the students to take their studies seriously to enable them know at firsthand the Ghanaian healthcare system.

A Fulbright Scholar from the School of Nursing at Salisbury University, Prof. Tina Reid, conveyed her gratitude for the hospitality shown by UCC.

Prof. Tina Reid making a remark

“Words cannot express my sincere gratitude for this warm welcome,” she said, emphasizing her enthusiasm for the collaboration. 

Prof. Reid encouraged her students to fully engage with the knowledge exchange opportunities and apply the insights gained to their work back home. "Take advantage to learn how to blend knowledge learnt back home,” she urged.

Some nursing students in UCC and Salisburg University posed for photographers after the workshop

There were presentations on Ghana Health systems, Ghanaian culture, and UCC.

The students also toured academic facilities within UCC.  They will visit hospitals and CHP compounds in the Central Region to familarise their operations.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

 

 

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