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Department of CBE Launches Summer Research Programme

14 Jun, 2024 By DIS

The Department of Conservation Biology and Entomology (CBE) of the School of Biological Sciences, University of Cape Coast (UCC), has opened its Summer Research Programme for 2024.

The research programme which focuses on “Odonata morphological adaptations to environmental gradients: integrating student research in the field, museum, and laboratory” aims to provide valuable insights into the fascinating world of dragonflies while fostering international collaborations and hands-on learning experiences for students.

During his welcome address, on behalf of the Provost for the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences (CANS), the Dean of the Office of International Relations (OIR), Prof. Samuel Bert Boadi-Kusi, expressed his deep appreciation to the Head of the Department of Conservation Biology and Entomology, Prof. Rofela Combey, for her pivotal role in establishing international collaborations within the department.

Dean of the Office of International Relations, Prof. Samuel Bert Boadi-Kusi speaking at the opening of the Summer Research Programme

He noted that while UCC had over 250 partnerships, only 146 were actively engaged. He was hopeful the summer research programme would be a model for sustained collaboration across the University.

Prof. Rofela Combey explained that the initiative which originated in 2021 as a Fulbright research topic focused on studying dragonflies blossomed into collaboration with Prof. Kofi Adu and Lara Ladage from Penn State University, USA. In addition to Penn State University, the American Museum of Natural History was also a key collaborator in this programme.

As part of the summer programme, the students would spend five weeks conducting fieldwork in Ghana, followed by two weeks in Washington, USA, for additional laboratory work.

Head of the Department of Conservation Biology and Entomology, Prof. Rofela Combey

Prof. Combey said the primary goal of this programme was to provide students with comprehensive exposure to fieldwork, laboratory research, and museum studies.

“During the fieldwork phase in Ghana, the students would have the opportunity to observe and collect data on dragonfly populations across different habitats. This hands-on experience will expose them to the intricacies of field research, including data collection techniques, ecological surveying, and specimen preservation,” Prof. Combey noted.

The opening session featured presentations by the Principal Investigators from Penn State University - Prof. Kofi Adu, a Professor of Physics; Associate Professor of Biology, Lara Ladage, and Associate Curator of Invertebrate Zoology, Jessica Ware. These esteemed researchers shared their expertise and insights with participants including Penn State University students, students of the Department of Conservation Biology and Etymology-UCC as well as some faculty members of UCC during the opening session. 

Head of the Department of Forensic Sciences, Prof. Christian Adokoh (standing)

The Head of the Department of Forensic Sciences, Prof. Christian Adokoh, who chaired the function on behalf of the Dean of the School of Biological Sciences, Prof. Aaron Asare, expressed his gratitude to Prof. Rofela Combey for her tireless efforts in cultivating international collaborations. Prof. Adokoh conveyed his best wishes for a fruitful visit and successful research. He also expressed optimism that the summer research programme would catalyze future collaborative endeavours.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

UCC Medical Students engage Adolescents in Sexual Health and Reproductive Health Rights

14 Jun, 2024 By DIS

The Medical Students Association of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has engaged in an open conversation with sexually active adolescents in the Mfantseman Municipality of the Central Region. The discussion hinged on the critical importance of abstaining from sex to prevent Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and unwanted pregnancies.

According to the Association, though Ghana's cultural orientation frowned on open discussions about sexual reproductive health and rights, it was important for the narrative to change. The group noted that this would allow children and youth to take charge of their reproductive health and lives.

The President of the Association, Mr. Autin Ngoga, made the remarks at a durbar to mark the 16th Annual Health Week Celebration of the Association at the Mankessim Community Centre in the Mfantseman Municipality.

President of the Association, Mr. Autin Ngoga

It was on the theme, " Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights and Policies: The Role of all Stakeholders".

He advised young people to delay sexual activities to enable them to focus on the development of their full potential. To him, delaying sexual activities was not a denial at a tender age, but an opportunity to promote a healthier population, especially among the girl-child who often suffer from early sex, resulting in unprepared pregnancies and associated risky behaviours.

He noted that effective communication between parents and children was key to preventing adolescents from risky behaviour and urged parents to be open with their children, particularly the girls.

Acting Central Regional Director of Health, Dr. Mrs. Agnes  Anane

The Acting Central Regional Director of Health, Dr. Mrs. Agnes Akyeama Anane, in a remark, spoke extensively about the different types of Sexually Transmitted Infections and their dangers to the lives of children.

She encouraged them to stay away from sex. “At this point in your lives, your education should be your priority,” said Dr Anane.

Prof. Sebastian Eliason, the Dean of the School of Medical Sciences, urged the students to take all the advice seriously and not become liabilities to their parents after school.

Dean of the School of Medical Sciences, Prof. Sebastian Eliason addressing the gathering

He said he expected the impactful discussion to leave a lasting impression on the students, empowering them to make responsible life choices.

The Chairperson of the durbar, Nana Dr. Ama Amissah III, the Queen mother of Mankessim, counselled the adolescent girls to be assertive and reject all forms of persuasion to yield to sexual demands from the opposite sex.

She told them to love their bodies and always remember that their future was at stake in the event of an unwanted pregnancy.

"As adolescent girls, boys are bound to chase you, but it is within your right to turn them down and focus on your education”, she told the young girls.

Chairperson for the durbar, Nana Dr. Ama Amissah III, the Queen mother of Mankessim

She entreated them not to succumb to bad influences from their peers and to visit health facilities with adolescent-friendly corners for professional advice on sexual and reproductive health issues.

She advised parents to draw closer to their adolescent girls and give them the needed advice cautioning them of the imminent danger ahead if they shirked that parental duty.

The event provided a safe and supportive space for the pupils to ask questions and express their concerns.

The medical students gracefully responded to each query from the adolescents, emphasizing the significance of open communication with trusted adults, teachers, or healthcare professionals when addressing sensitive topics related to sexual health.

A participant posing a question at the event

The beneficiary students expressed their gratitude for the medical students’ visit, highlighting the significance of having such discussions in the community.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

 

INAUGURAL LECTURE
Date/Time/Duration
Thursday, July 11, 2024 - 2:30pm to 6:30pm
Venue/Location
SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES (SGS) AUDITORIUM
Chairperson
PROF. JOHNSON NYARKO BOAMPONG, VICE-CHANCELLOR, UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
Speaker
PROF. ROSEMOND ABOAGYEWA BOOHENE
Inaugural Lecture

Committee on University Policies Presents Report to Vice-Chancellor

12 Jun, 2024 By DIS

The Committee on University Policies of the University of Cape Coast has presented its report to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong.

The Committee was set up to identify and validate all existing and draft policies of the University to meet global standards.

Giving a remark, the Chairman of the Committee, Prof. Kwabena Sarfo Sarfo-Kantankah, said the Committee in the execution of its work held several meetings; interacted with office holders and members of the University Community as well as existing documents and the University website.

Prof. Sarfo-Kantankah indicated that the Committee consulted existing documents of UCC and identified national policies which are related to some aspects of the operations of the University.

According to Prof. Sarfo-Kantankah, the Committee recommended among others that the University must set up a Policy Development and Monitoring Committee as a standing sub-committee of the Academic Board to manage all policy related issues.

Prof. Sarfo-Kantankah briefing the Vice-Chancellor on the activities of the Committee on University Policies.

“In addition to the list of existing policies and the drafts, the committee recommended additional policies that will boost the University’s position in future impact rankings. Some of these policies should be standalone while a number of them could be merged with the existing policies” he noted.

Aside the policies, the committee further recommended the appointment of a safety officer to ensure the overall safety and well-being of the university community. He expressed gratitude to the committee’s efforts to ensure that the University’s policies align with the latest regulatory requirements and industry best practices. This will undoubtedly strengthen the University's position and reputation as a leader in tertiary education.

The Vice-Chancellor commended the Chairman and members of the committee for their dedication and commitment of to the task assigned them. “Your hard work and collaborative spirit have truly set a high standard for policy development and governance at our institution” he added.

 

He was optimistic that the committee’s report would serve as a valuable reference for refining the University’s policy framework. “As we now move forward to review and implement the recommendations outlined in your report, I have no doubt that the University Community will benefit immensely from your hard work” he added.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

School of Graduate Studies, Sam Jonah Library build the capacity of first year Postgraduate students

12 Jun, 2024 By DIS

The School of Graduate Studies (SGS) in conjunction with Sam Jonah Library has organised a seminar to introduce first-year postgraduate students to the wide range of e-resources available to support their research and studies.

The four-day seminar was aimed at training the postgraduate students on E-resources, Anti-plagiarism software (Turnitin), Electronic Theses Submission, Repository and Mendeley to enhance their learning experience and academic productivity.

Opening the seminar at the E-Resource Room at the School of Graduate Studies Complex, the Dean of SGS, Prof. Sarah Darkwa, noted that the programme was an annual event designed to build the capacity of postgraduate students to equip them in their studies and research work.

"As postgraduate students, you have access to a wealth of electronic resources that can truly transform your educational journey,"Prof. Darkwa explained.

Prof. Darkwa indicated that the seminar series would provide them with the necessary support to enable them to complete their studies, especially the research component of their programmes within the stipulated period.

 The Dean of SGS, Prof. Sarah Darkwa

The Dean noted that the SGS had put in place mechanisms to ensure that students complete their studies on time. She mentioned the electronic theses submission as one of the ways to facilitate early completion of students’ theses.

She also took the postgraduate students through an overview of SGS and indicated that the School provides services to the five colleges in the University. She indicated that the School was responsible for admission, supervision of theses, management of results and graduation.

Prof. Darkwa advised the postgraduate students to actively participate in the programme to acquire new knowledge and incorporate the digital tools into their studies.

An Assistant Librarian, Dr. Gloria Bosomtwi Amoah who represented the University Librarian, noted that the seminar would equip students with skills to navigate the digital information landscape.

Dr. Amoah indicated that the Sam Jonah Library would continue to engage them on how to retrieve information by utilising the wide range of e-resources available to members of the University Community.

She urged the students to take interest in the workshop to help them on strategies for effective online research, data collection, and digital resources.

The four-day seminar was held concurrently at the SGS Library and Sam Jonah Library.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences organises Workshop on GMP

11 Jun, 2024 By DIS

Staff members of the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SoPPS) of the University of Cape Coast have received training on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) at a five-day workshop.

The training covered modules such as General Principles and Validation Master Plan, Quality and Validation of Facilities, as well as Cleaning Validation.

The rest were Validation of Equipment, Process Validation and Method Validation.

In his welcome address, Dr. Ernest Obese, Vice-Dean of the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences indicated that the training was aimed at improving general knowledge on qualification and validation; providing practical guidance in execution and validation activities and providing the basis for best practices for qualification and validation activities in Ghana.

He urged the participants to participate actively in all the sessions which provided valuable insights for participants to brainstorm.

Dr. Ernest Obese, Vice-Dean of the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences welcoming participants to the workshop

A Senior Expert from PUM Netherlands, Jos Kessels, told participants to adhere to good standard practices in the country. He noted that his outfit would continue to engage faculty members of the School to ensure good manufacturing practices.

Mr. Kessels added that faculty members should dutifully follow the modules in the discharge of their responsibilities.

Participants in the workshop were taken through various technical presentations to enhance their knowledge of key contemporary issues. 

The Dean of the School, Prof Elvis Ofori Ameyaw (2nd from right), a Senior Expert from PUM Netherlands, Jos Kessels middle), The Faculty Officer of the SoPPS, Mrs. Esther Bema Nimo ( 2nd from left), a lecturer at the SoPPS,  Dr Jonathan Asante (left), and a faculty member at the SoPPS.

Addressing the closing of the event, the Dean of the School, Prof Elvis Ofori Ameyaw, commended participants for actively participating in the training programme. He noted that the training would significantly aid in enhancing the standardization as well as the activities in the Pharmaceutical Sector in Ghana and urged participants to share new insights with fellow practitioners in the country. 

Dr Jonathan Asante, on behalf of all participants, lauded the training and shared his enthusiasm about the knowledge gained for new exploits on GMP.

Participants were awarded certificates upon completion of the workshop.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

 

UCC records over 90% Success in its Green Campus Project

11 Jun, 2024 By DIS

The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, says the University has chalked up a major feat in its Green Campus Project with over 90% success in the survival of trees planted on the University’s campus. This, he noted, was per the assessment of the Forestry Commission.

Prof. Nyarko-Boampong made the announcement when he led staff and students of the University to plant trees on the University campus as part of Green Ghana Day held across the country.

The tree planting exercise, which took place at Hilltop, was carried out in partnership with the Forestry Commission.

Pro Vice-Chancellor of UCC, Prof. (Mrs.) Rosemond Boohene watering a seedling she planted during the Green Ghana Day event

Among the seedlings planted were Ofram, Cedrella, Plant of Life, Teak, and Mahogany.

For the fourth year running, UCC has embarked on the tree planting exercise to replace destroyed trees in an aggressive national afforestation effort.

Prof. Boampong underscored the importance of trees to the well-being of all and said it was important that all participants committed to nurturing the trees to survive.

He stressed the need to conserve the environment through tree planting and indicated how beneficial trees are to human survival particularly noting the production of oxygen, food, leisure, fighting erosion and serving as windbreaks.

The Vice-Chancellor added that trees enhance the quality of air for human beings to survive and as a result, the annual Green Ghana Day event was an initiative that has come to be a part of the University’s calendar.

 

Some staff members of the Directorate of Public Affairs-UCC in a pose during the tree planting exercise

He admonished the citizenry to cultivate the habit of planting more trees in their communities to improve life.

According to Prof. Nyarko Boampong, the University has planted about 230, 000 plants spanning four years.

“... in the first edition, 60,000 trees were planted, while 50,000 and 60,000 tree seedlings were planted in 2022 and 2023 respectively. This year, another set of 60, 000 seedlings are being planted”.

The Central Regional Manager of the Forestry Commission, Mr. Bennet Ntiamoah, who led a team from his outfit to join the exercise, noted that the region was tipped to exceed the projected number of 600, 000 seedlings to be planted for 2024. He said the region was doing close to 1000,000 trees distributed across the various districts to be planted.

Head of the Department of Environmental Science, Dr. Ernest Kofi Amankwa Afrifa with students of his department at the tree planting exercise

Mr. Ntiamoah was optimistic that these plants would be nurtured to offer the intended importance attached to the Green Ghana Day Project.

Participating institutions included the Ghana Police Service, West Coast Wooden Products Ghana Limited from Twifo Praso and the Media.

The Central Regional Police Commander, DCOP Charles Kofi Adu, along with other UCC top officials took turns to plant a tree to mark the day.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

 

Prepare for Opportunities- Prof. Ntifo-Siaw to Students

11 Jun, 2024 By DIS

University of Cape Coast (UCC) students have been advised to be battle-ready and fully prepared for opportunities as they make strides in life.

A professor of Agricultural Education, Prof. Edward Ntifo-Siaw, formerly of the School of Agriculture-UCC, who made the call, expressed shock that today's youth had the popular misconception that opportunities would rather knock on their doors to be embraced.

"The young ones in this country think that opportunities should wait for them. No! it doesn't work like that in the real world," he said.

To buttress his point, Prof. Ntifo-Siaw added, "Opportunities are like trains, they don't wait for passengers. So, a passenger must be at the train station, so when the train comes, he or she boards the train."

He was speaking at an event organised by the School of Agriculture-UCC dubbed, “Time with the Senior Citizen".

Some participants in the event

The event is part of the Research Seminar Series where retired faculty of the School take turns to tell their stories while in active service.

He recalled with glee when he was awarded a scholarship to pursue further studies in the United States of America where he was the only candidate among his colleagues who had sat for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and SAT exams, requirements of the scholarship in 1987.

Prof. Ntifo-Siaw further indicated that acquiring entrepreneurial skills in present times was highly relevant especially for women since it enables them to play pivotal roles in their families and the country’s development.

He also urged students to acquire entrepreneurial skills and strive to become entrepreneurs with repute to contribute towards Ghana’s economic growth, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and hard work in achieving entrepreneurial success. 

Faculty members and students in a group shot after the event

Prof. Ntifo-Siaw took advantage of the event to advise people in top positions to mentor their subordinates to enable them to take over leadership positions after them.

The seminar was chaired by the Head of the Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Prof. Ernest L. Okorley.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

11 Jun, 2024

JOB VACANCY AGRI-FOOD SYSTEMS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTER, UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST

The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) and the University of Cape Coast have agreed to implement the TAGDev 2.0 Programme in Ghana. The goal of TAGDev 2.0 is to ensure that Africa’s young people and their institutions drive inclusive, equitable, and climate-smart resilient socio-economic development in their societies. The RUFORUM is coordinating the programme for sponsorship from the MasterCard Foundation.  The service agreement is to establish the Agri-food Systems and Entrepreneurship Center, (ASEC) which shall serve as TAGDev 2.0 Programme Coordinating Unit for the first phase of 5 years at the University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana.

 

Therefore, ASEC University of Cape Coast is recruiting staff positions below to operate from its office at Cape Coast and report to the Programme Coordinator.

 

Job Title: Associate Programme Officer

Employment type: Full-time Employment contract

Duties and Responsibilities

·       Support the Programme Coordinator at the implementing university in the administration and technical delivery of the Programme.

·       Provide administrative support in selecting, recruiting, and building capacity for Programme staff and scholars.

·       Establish partnerships with the private sector, TVETS, and other institutions to advance university-community engagement, student training, entrepreneurship

·       Support the Programme coordinator and RUFORUM Secretariat team in mobilizing resources to support Programme activities for scaling and supporting other partner universities.

·       Participate in monthly Programme meetings.

·       Proportion of resources raised to support scaling up and out

·       Produce and share Monthly, quarterly, and annual reports with the Programme Director at the RUFORUM Secretariat.

·       Conduct beneficiary students' studies.

·       Initiate institutional transformation.

·       Document and Publish Programme learning outcomes.

·       Support fundraising to support the scale and sustainability of the Programme operations.

Requirements (Education, experience, technical competencies required of the job)

·         Masters in agricultural sciences and related disciplines

·         PhD will be an added advantage

·         At least 5 years experience in coordinating development programmes.

·         Experience in resource mobilization with evidence of funds mobilized from the international community

·         Evidence of publication in SCOPUS-indexed journals

·         Flexibility in working schedule and willingness to travel at short notice

 

Job Title: Entrepreneurship and Business Development Officer

Employment type: Full-time Employment contract

Duties and Responsibilities

·       Lead the implementation of the TAGDev programme’s entrepreneurship and business development initiatives at the University   

·       Develop the University level strategy and operational plans for the Business incubation hubs

·       Working closely with the Senior Programme Officer Business Creation, Incubation and Jobs

·       Promote the aims and values of RUFORUM related to Business development

·       Coordinate the delivery of business development services to students, start-up owners, and agricultural value chain stakeholders

·       Develop Institutional entrepreneurship, investment, and business development strategy

·       Prepare Monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports on entrepreneurship, investment, and business development activities and the proportion of enterprises/start-ups surviving

·       Build business linkages, collaborations, and networking initiatives

·       Supporting entrepreneurship, investment, and business incubation and

·       Contribute to additional financial resources mobilization.

 

Requirements (Education, experience, technical competencies required of the job)

  • Master’s degree in agricultural sciences, agribusiness, economics, and related sciences
  • At least 3 years experience in a similar position with reputable organization
  • Experience in coordinating university-level incubation processes and mentorship of startups
  • Sound understanding of SMEs sector needs

 

Job Title: Gender, wellness, and Careers officer

Employment type: Full-time Employment contract

 

Duties and Responsibilities

·       Ensure gender and inclusion mainstreaming and proactive technical support to the organization on gender issues

·       Plan, implement, and undertake follow-up on gender issues, wellness, and inclusion-related activities

·       Provide technical support to the Programme coordinator and associate Programme officer in developing and executing gender mainstreaming, wellness, and inclusion plans

·       Collaborative with the SPO Business Creation, Incubation and Jobs, PO Digital Economy Integration, and PO Business Development Services to develop strategies and implement actions for increasing the quality of students' transitions to dignified and fulfilling work.

·       Undertake gender mainstreaming activities

·       Produce monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports on gender, wellness, and inclusion services and initiatives and reports

·       Launch and maintain gender, inclusion, and wellness mainstreaming initiatives.

Requirements (Education, experience, technical competencies required of the job)

·      Masters degree in gender, education, law, social administration, psychology and related fields

·      At least 2 years working experience

·      Experience working with young people

·      Strong knowledge of safeguarding standards for young people

·      Flexibility in working schedules and willingness to travel at short notice

 

Job Title: Finance Administrator

Employment type: Full-time Employment contract

Duties and Responsibilities

·       Support financial administration and accounts of the Programme at the University

·       Ensure compliance with approved financial management guidelines.

·       Prepare all requisite reconciliations and provide timely financial returns to the RUFORUM Secretariat

·       Possess a Degree in Commerce (Finance and Accounting option), Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or equivalent

·       Ability to use financial and accounting software applications.

·       Ability to critically analyze budget processes, expenditure control, budget performance, and problems in finance and accounting.

·       Ability to prepare accurate and quality financial reports according to prescribed reporting formats.

·       Flexibility in working schedules including travel at short notice.

 

Requirements (Education, experience, technical competencies required of the job)

·         Degree in Commerce (Finance and Accounting option), Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or equivalent

·         Ability to use financial and accounting software applications.

·         Ability to critically analyze budget processes, expenditure control, budget performance, and problems in finance and accounting.

·         Ability to prepare accurate and quality financial reports according to prescribed reporting formats.

·         Flexibility in working schedules including travel at short notice

 

Submission of Application

Submit an expression of interest and CV to Email: fannor-frempong1@ucc.edu.gh

Deadline: June 15, 2024

 

Only shortlisted Applicants will be contacted for an online Interview. 

UCC Alumnus supports Department of Crop Science with a computer and accessories.

07 Jun, 2024 By DIS

An alumnus of the Department of Crop Science of the School of Agriculture, University of Cape Coast (UCC), Mr Stephen Ashia, has presented a new Dell desktop computer and accessories worth GH¢15,000 to his alma mater.

Mr Stephen Ashia, the Manager and Chief Executive Officer of Organic and FT Cooperatives, Go Green Environmental and Sustainability Consult, and ABOCFA cooperative of Suhum, said the gesture was to enhance the Department of Crop Science’s work.

Mr. Ashia, who completed the BSc Agriculture programme at UCC in 2005, observed that modern technology was needed for the Department of Crop Science to function effectively.

In a message read on his behalf at the presentation, he said the item was to express his appreciation for the training he received from the School of Agriculture and the Department of Crop Science some years ago.

Mr. Ashia added that the Department unearthed and groomed his talent resulting in his personal growth. He further assured the Department that he was committed to doing more in the future.

 Prof. Michael Osei Adu

The Head of the Department of Crop Science, Prof. Michael Osei Adu,  who received the equipment on behalf of the Department, expressed his appreciation for the donation.

“We once again want to say a big thank you to Mr. Stephen Ashia for responding to our calls for support,” he stated.

He noted that Stephen’s generosity is a testament to UCC’s alumni’s strong bonds and sense of community towards their alma mater.

Prof. Adu said like little Oliver, the Department continues to seek the support of all alums and well-meaning individuals to advance the Department’s cause. He urged all past students of the Department to return and give back to their alma mater. The Head of Department assured the donor that the item would be used properly and cared for.

For his part, the Dean of the School of Agriculture, Prof. Henry De-Graft Acquah, expressed excitement about the donation. He commended the alumnus for the support, which was encouraging and exemplary.

Mr Stephen Ashia - alumnus of the Department of Crop Science

On his part, Prof. Julius Kofi Hagan, the Vice-Dean of the School of Agriculture, shared the same sentiment. He commended the old student for his foresight and deep understanding of education issues.

“Indeed, what Mr. Ashia has done today is a way of acknowledging what this great Department has done for him in shaping his life,” he stressed.

He also urged the Department to care for the equipment for maximum benefit.

In a remark, a former Pro Vice-Chancellor of UCC, Prof. John Nelson Buah,  expressed gratitude to the former student for the donation and reiterated the need for the School of Agriculture to encourage alumni to support its academic activities.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

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