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UCC School of Business, Customs Launch Masters Programme

11 Nov, 2024 By DIS

The University of Cape Coast School of Business in collaboration with the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has launched a Masters programme in Customs Administration at a ceremony in Accra.

The tailor-made programme, which begins from January 2025, seeks to equip customs officers and stakeholders in Ghana and the West African sub-region with the requisite tools to enhance customs administration.

Launching the programme, the Commissioner of Customs Division, Brigadier General Zibrim Bawah Ayorrogo, noted that the programme was designed with inputs from stakeholders specifically to provide in-depth understanding of customs laws, policies and procedures, while addressing the unique challenges within the region.  

Brigadier General Ayorrogo addressing the launch

"This programme is tailored to equip participants with the expertise required to effectively navigate and manage customs-related issues within the context of our modern and interconnected global trade environment," he explained.

Brigadier General Ayorrogo indicated that the Custom Division had undergone extensive transformations, adapting to meet the ever-evolving demands of international trade and customs administration.  

He also mentioned that global trends, technological advances, and updated customs regulations had made it essential for custom officers, stakeholders, and partners to remain up to date with the latest customs procedures, laws and policies. 

"With this in mind, we recognised the need for specialised education to foster excellence and professionalism in our customs operations," he added.

The Provost of the College of Humanities and Legal Studies, Prof. Kwame Osei Kwarteng, said the partnership with the GRA would create opportunities for staff of the Customs Division of GRA and stakeholders to enhance revenue collection and promote efficient trade practices in Ghana and within the sub-region.

Prof. Kwame Osei Kwarteng

Prof. Kwarteng noted that UCC had carved a niche as a reputable institution in Ghana and beyond, adding that “UCC’s status as the highest ranked university in Ghana. We will ensure that students who enroll on the programme are well trained to contribute meaningfully to the development of custom services in Ghana and beyond.

He indicated that with UCC’s strong academic reputation and GRA’s regulatory expertise, both institutions were confident that the programme would elevate standards in customs administration and enhance Ghana’s standing in global trade.

The Dean of the School of Business, Prof. John Gartchie Gatsi, said the new programme was developed with extensive relevant stakeholder consultations to be fit for purpose.

Prof. John Gartchie Gatsi

“The programme went through a series of quality assurances for fine-tuning and was later sent to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission for final approval from the board,” he said.

Prof. Gatsi said the programme would be delivered through transactional and transformational modules to meet 21st century learning skills.

 

In a speech read on behalf of Ms. Julie Essiam, the Commissioner General, GRA, underscored the importance of continuous learning, saying “a learning organisation is an advancing organisation.”

She said the Authority was committed to creating opportunities for staff to grow and prosper, urging the staff to take advantage of the programme to upgrade their knowledge.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

DHR-UCC Hosts Seminar to Enhance Staff Communication and Development Skills

11 Nov, 2024 By DIS

The Directorate of Human Resource (DHR) at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has held a seminar to equip its staff with essential skills for effective communication.

This initiative forms part of the University's commitment to improve workplace efficiency and foster a culture of continuous professional growth.

In his opening remarks, the Director of DHR, Mr. Isaac Adom-Konadu, emphasized the importance of the seminar towards enhancing staff productivity.

“The seminar aims to enhance HR communication skills and strategies, improve discipline and conflict resolution capabilities of staff,” he stated.

He encouraged participants to utilize the seminar as an opportunity for self-assessment and personal growth, as well as identify areas that need improvement.

A section of participants in the workshop

Dr. Ellen Blessing Sobeng led the first session on, "The Benefits of Effective HR Communication". 

She explored the impact of clear and structured communication on workplace relations and efficiency.

The second session, facilitated by the Director of the DHR, Mr. Isaac Adom-Konadu, focused on, "Maintaining Discipline at the Workplace" with a discussion on strategies for fostering a disciplined work environment.

The Head of Training and Development at the DHR, Dr. P.K. Mensah facilitated the final session on, "Understanding Training and Development Policy Issues in UCC: The Role of DHR." He offered insights into the University's policy framework for training and development and DHR's role in executing these policies effectively.

In his final remarks, the Director of DHR, Mr. Adom-Konadu indicated that, over time, such training initiatives would have a positive impact on the personnel of the DHR. This, he said, would build confidence and strengthen the entire team’s effectiveness.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

UCC launches inaugural Research and Innovation Week

11 Nov, 2024 By DIS

The Directorate of Research, Innovation and Consultancy (DRIC)of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has launched its maiden Research and Innovation Week.

The week-long event, themed: “Funding Research and Innovation for Sustainable Development: The Role of State and Non-state Actors,” is aimed at celebrating research activities that are closely aligned with the thematic areas in the UCC Research Agenda and research interests across the University.

Widely known for its research-driven agenda, UCC has been at the top spot in Ghana and West Africa and among the top universities in Africa for four consecutive years in the Times Higher (THE) World University Rankings (WUR).

In 2024, the reputable U.S News and World Report Global Universities Rankings ranked UCC as the best (No.1) University in Ghana, and among the best universities in Africa and globally.

The Research Week includes various events such as a research exhibition, panel discussions, public lecture, presentations on cutting-edge research from Colleges of the University as well as other units, and the 9th Research Awards and Grants ceremony.

Launching the inaugural Research and Innovation Week, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, said the event offered the platform to appreciate the research and innovative works conducted by faculty members across the various Colleges and other units of the University.

“The event also allows us to reflect on what else can be re-engineered from our research endeavours to serve as catalytic avenues in providing sustainable solutions to the ever-changing world,” he added.

Prof. Boampong expressed optimism that the event would provide academia, industry, and other stakeholders the opportunity to collaborate and collectively design approaches that address current challenges confronting the nation.

The Vice-Chancellor admitted that research played a critical role in socio-economic development and charged Colleges in the University to continuously embark upon interdisciplinary research geared towards addressing issues across all the sectors of the economy in order to achieve the Global Sustainable Development Goals.

VC-UCC, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong (middle) visiting one of the stands at an exhibition mounted as part of the Research and Innovation Week celebration

He called on participants to dispassionately dialogue on innovative and sustainable ways of securing or generating funds specifically towards advancing cutting-edge research and innovative solutions to current and emerging challenges.

Prof Boampong continued: “Irrespective of the difficulty in providing adequate funding for cutting-edge research activities, our faculty have demonstrated commitment, ingenuity, creativity and tenacity in pushing the frontiers of academic research endeavours.”

He stressed that faculty had also expanded partnerships with industries and organisations both locally and internationally to overcome resource constraints while ensuring that our research was not only groundbreaking but also responsive to real-world needs.

“This has had a positive rippling effect on our performance on the research quality pillar in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings as the topmost in the sub-region,” he said.

As an institution,” the Vice-Chancellor pointed out, “we are striving to promote a conducive environment that supports cutting-edge research.”

From January 2023 to July 2024, he said the University had supported 120 faculty members with over 1.8 million cedis to attend conferences and workshops abroad.

He noted that the University would continually support faculty members to pursue external grants to fund their research projects, expressing the hope these efforts would culminate into the quality research supportive environment that UCC seeks to establish.”

He advised participants to establish networks for collaborations for more impactful research and innovation.

For his part, the Director of DRIC, Prof. David Teye Doku, indicated that funding was the lifeline of impactful research and admitted that it was one of the greatest obstacles confronting universities.

He urged participants to brainstorm on ways to generate funding to help the socio-economic development of the country.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

2024 GUSA Games launched

11 Nov, 2024 By DIS

The 2024 Ghana Universities Sports Association (GUSA) Games to be hosted by the University of Cape Coast has been launched at a ceremony held at the University. 

The biennial games will be held from January 3 to 18, 2025. 

The occasion was also used to unveil the logo and mascot for the games which were designed by Mrs. Laura Doku and Mr. Nathaniel Ampah of the Documentation and Information Section, Directorate of Public Affairs, UCC.

The mascot is named “Oguaa Suapon Ɔkɔrɛ.”

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, who unveiled the two features, commended the LOC for coming out with a mascot and logo. 

According to him, the theme for the games, “Repositioning University Sports for National Development” underscored the fact that sports play a pivotal role in shaping the minds of individuals and the entire nation.

“Through university sports, we can create a robust framework that integrates athletic prowess with academic achievement, producing well-rounded individuals ready to contribute to the nation’s progress”, he added. 

Giving details of the logo and mascot, the Vice-Chancellor noted that the mascot represented “our collective identity and serves as a vibrant reminder of the enthusiasm and energy that sports instil in our lives.”

VC-UCC, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong (with mic) being supported by the Pro VC-UCC, Prof. Rosemond Boohene to unveil the 2024 GUSA logo and mascot. With them are the Registrar of UCC, Mr. Gideon Abbeyquaye (R) and GUSA President, Mr. Shaibu Tanko (L.)

“Oguaa Suapon Ɔkɔrɛ”, he continued, “is designed to inspire both our athletes and supporters as we cheer, and celebrate our unified victories together. It resonates with students, athletes, and universities alike, emphasising the importance of teamwork, cooperation mutual respect, and fair play.”

Prof. Boampong lauded the LOC for their hard work, creativity, and dedication to duty.

He reiterated the preparedness of UCC to host the 2024 GUSA Games.

“UCC has a proud history of success in these games, having triumphed multiple times. In January 2025, we are poised to make waves once again, aiming for another significant victory that will resonate throughout the country,” Prof. Boampong said.

For her part, the LOC Chairperson, Prof. Rosemond Boohene, said students would have the opportunity to showcase their talents, embrace sportsmanship, and form friendships that would last far beyond the games.

Sportsmen and women of UCC in a group shot after the unveiling ceremony

“In the coming weeks, our athletes will prepare tirelessly, supported by coaches, mentors, and friends, to represent their universities and personal aspirations. Our community, in turn, will be there to encourage them, cheer them on, and witness the fruits of their hard work and commitment,” she said.

In a remark, the President of GUSA, Mr. Shaibu Tanko, expressed gratitude to UCC for undertaking the task of hosting the 2024 GUSA Games.

“We believe in your capacity to not only deliver and elevate the GUSA experience, but also set a new benchmark for years to come. Together, let us make these games a truly remarkable celebration of sportsmanship, talent, and unity – a showcase of what we can achieve when we come together with purpose and passion.”

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

 

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DFAS embarks on outreach programme in basic schools

04 Nov, 2024 By DIS

A team from the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (DFAS) of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), led by Dr. Margaret Fafa Awushie Akwetey, has embarked on a 3-day educational outreach programme which aimed at introducing marine biodiversity to basic school pupils between the ages of 8 and 12 years.

Dubbed, “Through a Child's Eye - A Snapshot of Marine Biodiversity”, the outreach had  pupils selected from three basic schools within the Cape Coast Metropolis. The schools were Abakem CRAN Presby School, Archbishop Amissah Memorial Catholic School and St. Francis Catholic Primary School.

Faculty of the DFAS with the school children at the rocky and sandy shores 

Together with the pupils, the team visited the rocky and sandy shores, along the coastline of Cape Coast. At the Iture rocky beach, the school children explored the bare rocks, crevices and tide pools, and saw a variety of organisms such as hermit crabs, sea urchins, sea anemones, sea slugs, barnacles, sponges, whelks, periwinkles, and seaweeds. The pupils also observed biodiversity such as ghost crabs, clams, and snails at the OLA Sandy Beach. 

The programme focused on the non-fish component of marine biodiversity.

Dr. Margaret Akwetey interacting with some of the pupils

According to Dr. Margaret Akwetey, many people along the coast know much about fish, while little is known about non-fish species, especially those that do not form part of our diet. She explained that children learning and understanding the variety of life in the ocean and their importance will foster a sense of responsibility and encourage them to develop healthy habits to safeguard the marine environment at a young age.

“...Children are naturally curious. Therefore, introducing them to marine life at an early age will birth their interests in science and nature which could inspire passion and future careers in marine or environmental sciences and conservation," Dr. Akwetey added.

The Head of the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, Prof. Joseph Aggrey-Fynn, also emphasised the importance of marine biodiversity in supporting livelihoods, provision of food and pharmaceutical products, regulating the global climate, and the need to learn about it.

Some of the pupils catching hermit crabs, sea urchins, sea anemones, and  sea slugs.

He expressed  hope that the educational outreach would have some ripple effects where knowledge acquired by the pupils will inspire future careers in marine and ecological sciences.

Variety of organisms at the beach

The outreach was funded by the British Ecological Society (BES), and supported by staff and students from the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, Department of Conservation Biology and Entomology, Africa Centre of Excellence in Coastal Resilience (ACECoR) and Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology.

Participants expressed their appreciation to the organisers and facilitators for embarking on such impactful activity.

 Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

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GAUA-UCC Executives Sworn in

04 Nov, 2024 By DIS

The  executives of the University of Cape Coast branch of the Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) have been sworn into office.

The officers are Mr. Felix Adu-Poku (President), Mr. Anthony Acquah (Vice-President), Mrs. Charity Abraham (Secretary) and Mr. Umar Farouk Moomin (Assistant Secretary).

Mr. Eric Awotwe was elected Treasurer to replace Mr. Alfred K. Attom Prah.

The executives of GAUA-UCC

Mr. Philip Macclaire Young (Esq), from the Legal Office of UCC, administered the oath of office to the new officers.

The President, Mr Felix Adu-Poku, in a remark on behalf of his executives, pledged their commitment to serve the University selflessly. He promised to promote the welfare of members and urged members to work collectively to promote the growth of all GAUA member universities.

The Acting Registrar of UCC, Mr Ebenezer Aggrey, who chaired the event, congratulated the new executives on their re-election.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

SMS takes delivery of robotic patient

01 Nov, 2024 By DIS

The School of Medical Sciences (SMS) of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has taken delivery of a robotic patient (SimMan 3G) worth $180,000 to help students practice their diagnostic skills.

The SimMan 3G is a long-lasting patient simulator designed for high-quality simulation training in various medical procedures and patient scenarios.

 The SimMan 3G, first to be used by a university in Ghana and West Africa, is a life-sized model that talks, breathes, and reacts to medicines in the same way as a real human.

The robotic patient, which is yet to be given a name, can be examined for blood pressure and can be programmed to have a range of conditions from heart disease to constipation.

 A medical student conducting diagnostic skills on the robotic patient

It has a pulse with pupils constricting when light is directed towards it and reacts to drugs as humans do. Technicians and faculty members of the School received a 3-day training on the operation of the robotic patient by Dr. Rod Campbell, a Simulation Specialist from Survival Technology in South Africa.

In an interview, the Dean of  SMS, Prof. Sebastian Eliason, said medical students of the School were introduced to clinical practice before exposure to patient care.

He said the School would take care of the mannequin to prolong its lifespan.

Prof Eliason appealed to university management, as well as benevolent organisations and individuals, to support the school with more such mannequins.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

Gideon Enoch Abbeyquaye (Esq) Sworn in as Registrar of UCC

01 Nov, 2024 By DIS

Mr. Gideon Enoch Abbeyquaye has been sworn into office as Registrar of the University of Cape Coast following his appointment by the University Council.

At a brief handover ceremony on Friday, November 1, 2024, Mr. Abbeyquaye said his vision was to “lead a dedicated team of administrators and professional staff providing an efficient support system to the Governing Council, Academic Board, and the Vice-Chancellor to achieve the overall institutional vision of becoming a globally acclaimed University.”

He enumerated seven themes that would guide him to work to improve the fortunes of the University.

Mr. Abbeyquaye (L) receiving a file from the outgone acting Registrar, Mr. Ebenezer Aggrey

“I envision a future for the University underpinned by seven fundamental themes: Student-centric Excellence; Statutory and Regulatory Compliance; Technology-driven collaborative leadership, innovation and efficiency; professional development; Enhancing operational and Administrative Support Systems, and Revitalizing campus Aesthetics,” he said.

Mr. Abbeyquaye, who is also a legal practitioner, noted that he would be guided by the aforementioned themes, along with total quality management principles to enhance service quality to improve the overall student experience.

A group photo of management and staff who witnessed the handover ceremony

He used the occasion to pay glowing tributes to past Registrars for their immense dedication and exemplary service to the University.

“Their legacy, built on years of commitment has set a high standard of excellence and efficiency in University Administration,” he added.

Mr. Abbeyquaye, who has served UCC for almost twenty-eight years was employed by the University in 1996 as a Senior Administrative Assistant. Before assuming the high office of Registrar, he was the Director of the Directorate of Academic Affairs-UCC.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, in his address, congratulated Mr. Gideon Enoch Abbeyquaye on his appointment.

Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Rosemond Boohene (L-R), Registrar, Mr Gideon Abbeyquaye and Vice-Chancellor, Prof Johnson Nyarko Boampong

He said he was convinced that his wealth of experience garnered over the years would propel the University in achieving its mission.

He called on the staff of the University to give the new Registrar the maximum support to enable him execute his duties professionally.

Prof. Boampong hailed the immediate past Acting Registrar, Mr. Ebenezer Aggrey, for his selfless dedication to duty and leadership during his brief stay in office.

For his part, Mr. Aggrey pledged his unflinching support to the new Registrar.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

 

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