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Legal Professionals Advised to Aim at Excellence in their Work

26 Jun, 2023 By DIS

 

The Faculty of Law of University of Cape Coast has held the 10th Jurists’ Confab with a call on legal professionals to aim at excellence in their work.

The confab was on the theme “The Making of a Legal Luminary: The Lawyer, Judge and Legal Academic”.

Speaking at the event, the Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South Constituency, Samuel Atta Akyea Esq. noted that legal practitioners needed to possess excellent spirit to stand tall among their contemporaries.

According to Mr. Akyea, “Excellence is the hallmark to distinction, greatness, perfection, pre-eminence, and superiority”.

 “You need an excellent spirit to become a bigger luminary. If a man claims he takes his fuel from God, then naturally he will have an excellent disposition towards his work” he stressed.

Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South Constituency, Samuel Atta Akyea EsqMember of Parliament for Abuakwa South Constituency, Samuel Atta Akyea Esq

 

The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South entreated legal professionals, especially lawyers, to invest substantially in the profession and practice in their bid to attain excellence.

 “Your excellence is not like a designer suit you buy in a shop. You need to work hard to achieve it and maintain it. You need to build your own self into excellence. My respective submission is that you cannot use ordinary effort to secure extraordinary results and rewards” he said.

Mr. Akyea, who is also the Head, Zoe, Akyea and Co., Accra, urged legal luminaries to develop and appreciate team work in their quest to advance their career. 

“You will flourish and stand out strong if you believe in teamwork. You don’t make a mistake, and nobody can improve your thinking or correct you. You cannot be filled unless you are empty. Legal luminary does not work alone. He has the oxygen of teamwork…We need each other. You need someone, and someone needs you” he added.

A student posing a question at the confab

 

A student posing a question at the confab

 

Mr. Akyea advised up-and-coming legal professionals, particularly law students, to exude good character and temperament, as well as good human relations to facilitate their progression of becoming legal luminaries.

In his address at the programme, His Lordship Justice Dr. Ernest Owusu- Dapaa, who spoke on the topic, “True Meaning of a Legal Luminary” said a legal luminary must inspire others to be of high moral character and integrity.

To upcoming lawyers who desire to become judges, His Lordship Justice Dapaa entreated them to identify mentors who had distinguished themselves on the bench and work towards improving their legal research and writing.

His Lordship Dapaa advised legal professionals to pursue diverse legal experiences, engage in public speaking advocacy and develop a strong ethical foundation” he extolled.

He, however, cautioned them not to be misled by monetary gains but exhibit high moral character and integrity.

A fellow at the Law School of London School of Economics and Political Science, United Kingdom, Dr. Maame Mensa-Bonsu, Esq.

A fellow at the Law School of London School of Economics and Political Science, United Kingdom, Dr. Maame Mensa-Bonsu, Esq.

 

A fellow at the Law School of London School of Economics and Political Science, United Kingdom, Dr. Maame Mensa-Bonsu, Esq. in her presentation noted that academic institutions had a vital role to play in ensuring that the finest legal professionals were produced to support the dispensation of justice in the country.

She, therefore, appealed to academic institutions that train legal professionals to actively engage in intensive research, publications and the review of judgements to consolidate the gains achieved in Ghana’s legal system.

Dr. Mensa-Bonsu implored academic institutions not to allow the lack of resources in their institutions to deter them from conducting legal academic research, producing fully-fledged lawyers. Instead, she challenged them to be committed to their work and strive to publish both locally and internationally.

The Dean of the Faculty of Law, Mrs. Julia Elysa Selman Ayetey, said the Faculty had contributed to legal education through its excellent teaching, national and international achievements of faculty and students, local internships and global partnerships.

Some students of the Faculty of Law-UCC in a photo with dignitaries who graced the confab

Some students of the Faculty of Law-UCC in a photo with dignitaries who graced the confab

 

“With the support of the University, donors, and alumni, the Faculty of Law will continue to contribute to make UCC the best it can be whilst embodying our motto: Integrity, Diligence and Service” she added.

Mrs. Ayetey extolled the University of Cape Coast as “the No.1 University in Ghana, the No.1 University in West Africa and the No. 4 University in Africa.”

The Jurists’ Confab is an annual gathering of the Bar, Bench, and Academia that the Faculty of Law of the University of Cape Coast hosts with the aim of fostering dialogue between the legal fraternity, government agencies, industry, students, and members of the public on current issues impacting the legal system, legal practice and law-related professions in Ghana.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

The HSE delegation with the Vice-Chancellor and some UCC officials

UCC School of Economics collaborates with HSE University, Russia

26 Jun, 2023 By DIS

The School of Economics of the University of Cape Coast has entered into agreement with Higher School of Economics (HSE) University, Russia to promote academic cooperation between the two institutions.

Specifically, the agreement aims at promoting joint research, staff and students exchanges and explore other areas that will advance the cause of the collaboration.

The agreement is expected to be sealed with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two universities in Russia in September, 2023.

To firm up the agreement, a six-member delegation from HSE University paid a working visit to UCC to interact with management of UCC and the School of Economics.

Welcoming the delegation, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, said UCC was well positioned to collaborate with HSE.

He noted that it was not surprising that HSE chose to collaborate with the best ranked University in Ghana, West Africa and the top four in Africa adding “We pride ourselves as the University of Competitive Choice”

Prof. Boampong was confident that the collaboration would be mutually beneficial to both institutions.

Tracing UCC’s ties with Russia, the Provost of the College of Humanities and Legal Studies, Prof. Kwame Osei Kwarteng, added that the first President of Ghana, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah who established UCC engaged a Russia firm to the construction of the state-of-the-art campus for the University, but the construction process was terminated after his overthrow in 1966.

“The Science complex, cafeteria and Casford Hall were constructed by the Russians” he explained.

On his part, the leader of the HSE delegation, Dr. Leonid Issaer, said his institution was one of the leading and top ranked universities in Russia.

Dr. Issaer said UCC was the first institution in West Africa HSE was entering into collaboration with.

In recognition of the new partnership, Dr. Issaer invited the Vice-Chancellor, Dean of the School of Economics to the signing ceremony to be held in Moscow, Russia.

Dr. Issaer was accompanied by Rorolaer Andrey, Alisa Shishkina, Victor Kulikov, Yulia Vorotilova, Dr. Mieleuel Wombego , Christian Kwesi Coordinator in Ghana  and Micah Zing.

Present at the meeting were the Dean, School of Economics, Prof. James Atta Peprah; Immediate Past Dean, School of Economics, Prof. Emmanuel Ekow Asmah; College Registrar, College of Humanities and Legal Studies, Mr. Ebenezer Aggrey.

Others were: Head, Department of Economic Studies, Prof. Camara Kwasi Obeng; Head, Department of Applied Economics, Dr. Jacob Nunoo and Faculty Officer, School of Economics, Ms. Miriam Danso-Mensah.

Students' Parliamentary Council launches 20th anniversary

23 Jun, 2023 By DIS

The Students’ Parliamentary Council of University of Cape Coast has resumed sitting for the second meeting of the second session of the 20th Parliament with a call on members to remain steadfast to the legislative duty of the House.

The Speaker, Rt. Hon. Edmund Osei-Wusu, who made the call, also asked the Members of Parliament (MPs) to take the attendance of the House more seriously and use parliamentary tools in resolving disagreements on the floor of Parliament.

Marshall of the UCC Students’ Parliamentary Council, Emmanuel Osei, ushering in the Speaker of the House

He informed the House that the Parliamentary Council would celebrate its 20th anniversary in July, this year, and urged members to fully participate in all the activities earmarked for the anniversary.

 

As part of its programme of ac­tivities, the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) President, Mr. Latif Lawrence Johorwie, would be expected to brief the House on the state of the SRC.

Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Osei-Wusu, Speaker of the UCC Students’ Parliamentary Council (in cloak) addressing the House

Rt. Hon Osei-Wusu, with the Graduate Students’ Association of Ghana (GRASAG-UCC) Senate Speaker, Rt. Hon Ebenezer Nyatsi, jointly launched the 20th anniversary of the UCC Students' Parliamentary Council. The celebration will be on the theme, "20 Years of Spirited Student Parliamentarianism: Upholding Democratic Tenets and Integrity."

The Speaker also used the occasion to swear-in new MPs and implored them to do their level best to adjust to the norms and ethics of the House. 

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

Dept. of Communication Studies launches E-Newsletter

22 Jun, 2023 By DIS

 

To hone the writing skills of its students, the Department of Communication Studies of University of Cape Coast has launched an Electronic-Newsletter (E-Newsletter) , “The Dew”.

Aside voicing the opinion of students on issues of interest to them as well as evolving societal matters, the newsletter will offer the students a platform to learn.

One unique aspect with the E-newsletter is that most of the columns - including alumni, editorial and articles, among others - are written by the students who employ simple language which makes for easy understanding by readers.

Also contained in the newsletter are pages where almost all faculty members, non-teaching staff of the Department, as well as teaching assistants’ information can be found.

A section of students at the launch of the E-Newsletter

A section of students at the launch of the E-Newsletter

 

"The Dew" would be managed by an editorial team including Dr. Daniel Edem Adzovie, a lecturer, Miss Eunice Eshun, a Principal Research Assistant and a national service person, Andrew Donkor all of the Department of Communication Studies.

Launching the newsletter, the Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Prof. Kwabena Sarfo Sarfo-Kantanka, encouraged the students to make good use of the Newsletter because it was important for all students of Communication Studies. He said he would do his level best to provide the necessary communication equipment to the Department to facilitate the studies of students.

Prof Sarfo-Kantanka congratulated faculty of the Department for launching the E-newsletter.

Prof. Kwabena Sarfo Sarfo-Kantanka, Dean of the Faculty of Arts

 

Prof. Kwabena Sarfo Sarfo-Kantanka, Dean of the Faculty of Arts

 

The Head of the Department, Prof. William Kodom Gyasi, appealed to the students to capitalize on the newsletter to be responsible journalists in the country.

A section of students at the programme lauded the Department for the initiative.

 

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

UCC Students to benefit from Internship Opportunities in China

22 Jun, 2023 By DIS

 

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) is set to send students to China for internship programmes at the Hunan City University.

This came to light following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between UCC and the Hunan City University. The partnership will last for five years, after which it will be re-assessed for impact and continuation.                     

Under the deal, which forms part of the Language Immersion Programme, students of Hunan City University majoring in English Language will also undertake internship programmes at UCC.

The signing was initialed by the Pro Vice-Chancellor of UCC, Prof. Mrs. Rosemond Boohene and the President of the Human City University, Prof. He Zhen, on behalf of their respective institutions.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Rosemond Boohene, described the collaboration as a refreshing one that comes to augment existing efforts by the two parties in achieving higher heights in the areas of common interest.

A group photo of representatives of both institutions after the signing

 

A group photo of representatives of both institutions after the signing

 

 

"This is an opportunity for our students to learn some of the things from China so that we transfer them to transform society" she noted. 

Prof. Boohene told the Chinese delegation that UCC had established the School of Engineering and since Hunan City University offers Agricultural Engineering, UCC would partner with Hunan City University in that area in the foreseeable future.

In his remarks, Prof. He Zhen thanked UCC for the warm reception accorded him and his accompanying delegation. He further expressed the hope that the collaboration would be a win-win situation that would enhance the image of the two institutions on the global map.

The Hunan City University President was accompanied by Prof. Wang Jianhua, Deputy Director of Hunan Provincial Department of Education, Dr. Jiang Yangfei, President of Hunan Vocational College of Science and Technology; Prof. Chen Guanghui, Vice President of Hunan Agricultural University; Prof. Xu Hongzhai, Lecturer at the School of Water Resources and Civil Engineering, Hunan Agricultural University and Prof.  Ding Ming, Director of International Exchange Programs of Hunan City University.

 

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

37 Students Pick up School of Allied Health Sciences Dean’s Award

21 Jun, 2023 By DIS

 

The School of Allied Health Sciences has rewarded a total of thirty-seven (37) students at its 2023 edition of the Dean's Award for their remarkable academic performance in the 2022 Academic Year.

The Dean's Award ceremony is held yearly to celebrate students who have obtained a CGPA of 3.6 and above at Levels 200 to 400.

Each student received a certificate and an undisclosed cash prize for their accomplishments.

At the function, the School also honoured twenty-five (25) lecturers for their remarkable contributions to their respective departments.

The Dean of the School, Prof. Desmond Omane Acheampong, commended the awardees and commiserated with the students who could not make it on the Dean's list. He encouraged those students to study hard to make it on the list next academic year.

A female student receiving her certificate of honour for her sterling academic performance

 

A female student receiving her certificate of honour for her sterling academic performance

 

Prof. Omane, who chaired the event, commended Management of the University for its support to the School.

An awardee, Jonas Kwaku Ntim, who spoke on behalf on his colleagues, expressed gratitude to the School and promised that the awardees would study hard to be on the Dean's list next academic year.

In another development, the School of Allied Health Sciences held Students and Faculty members Consultative Meeting to address the academic and welfare concerns of students within the School.

Some awardees with members of faculty of the School

 

Some awardees with members of faculty of the School

 

The Students were afforded the platform to pose questions on issues of concern at the Meeting, which were satisfactorily answered by the Dean and other faculty members. 

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

 

 

 

UCC Alumni Association Inaugurates Chapters in Oti and Volta Regions

21 Jun, 2023 By DIS

 

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) Alumni Association in collaboration with the Institutional Advancement Office (IAO) has inaugurated Regional Alumni Association branches in the Oti and Volta Regions.

The Vice President of UCC Alumni Association, Dr. Anthony Kwesi Owusu, speaking at the events highlighted the importance of alumni engagements and their positive impact on the development of their respective regions.

Vice President of UCC Alumni Association, Dr. Anthony Kwesi Owusu

Vice President of UCC Alumni Association, Dr. Anthony Kwesi Owusu

 

The Head of IAO-UCC, Mr. Asante Forkuo, also emphasized the significance of fostering strong connections between the alumni and the University, not only for personal growth but also for the betterment of society.

Interim UCC Alumni Executives-Oti Region in a photo with the UCC Alumni Vice President (first left); Head of IAO-UCC, Asante Forkuo (2nd from right) and the National Secretary for UCC Alumni, Robert Asare (1st from right)

 

 

To ensure the seamless functioning of the newly outdoored chapters, interim management committees were set-up to lead the respective chapters until formal elections could be conducted.

The committees were tasked with organizing future events, fostering networking opportunities, and working closely with the UCC Alumni Association's central leadership.

 

The Interim UCC Alumni Executives- Volta Region being sworn in by the National President of UCC Alumni Association, Mr. Samuel Danso Akoto (extreme left)

 

The Interim UCC Alumni Executives- Volta Region being sworn in by the National President of UCC Alumni Association, Mr. Samuel Danso Akoto (extreme left) 

 

The Eastern and Greater Accra Regions have been slated next in line to have the Association formally launched.

 

 

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC/IAO-UCC

 

 

 

 

 

 

CI-UCC Marks 2023 Chinese Cultural Week Celebration

21 Jun, 2023 By DIS

 

A delegation from the Education Department of Hunan Province in China has been treated to tasty doses of both Chinese and Ghanaian traditional performances at the 2023 Chinese Cultural Week celebration. The event was hosted by the Confucius Institute at the University of Cape Coast (CI-UCC).

The celebration was to honour the high-powered delegation from the Education Department of Hunan Province, led by Prof. Wang Jianhua, the Deputy Director of Hunan Provincial Department of Education. It was also to amplify the objective of projecting Chinese values through arts.

 

Prof. Wang Jianhua, the Deputy Director of Hunan Provincial Department of Education.

 

Pupils of the UCC Basic School also performed and treated the delegation to pulsating rendition of Chinese songs prompting some members of the delegation to sing along.

 

The Hunan City University President, Prof. He Zhen, said he was amazed by the extent to which young people in Ghana had embraced the Chinese culture especially the language, dance and music.

Prof. He Zhen speaking at the event

He added that Hunan City University had signed a Memorandum of Understanding with UCC establishing an internship partnership between the two institutions.

The Vice-Chancellor of UCC, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, in a short remark, observed that the MoU with Hunan City University "represents an incredible opportunity for UCC students to gain valuable international exposure and enrich their educational journey".

The Vice-Chancellor of UCC, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong,

He recounted the long-standing relationship between the two universities resulting in the establishment of the Confucius Institute at UCC.

 

The Chinese Director at the CI-UCC, Prof. Ou Yamei, in her address, expressed gratitude to the Chinese Enterprises in Ghana for their support to the Confucius Institute at UCC.

 

Source: Documentation and Information Service- UCC

 

 

Course on Advanced Module Vector Biology and Control in Ghana underway at UCC

Course on Advanced Module Vector Biology and Control in Ghana underway at UCC

21 Jun, 2023 By DIS

 

A training workshop to build the capacity of participants in Advanced Module Vector Biology and Control in Ghana is underway at the University of Cape Coast (UCC).

The eight - day workshop, which will end on June 27, 2023, is aimed at enhancing the capacities and capabilities of the participants in practical experience of essential techniques, as well as significant theoretical knowledge. 

The workshop is being organised jointly by the Department of Conservation Biology and Entomology, UCC, and the Centre for International Health at the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) Munich, Germany. 

Topics to be treated include Epidemiology of vector-borne disease with special reference to Ghana; Vector control and challenges; vector behaviour and disease transmission. Others are insecticide resistance and management; molecular techniques used in mosquito control and selected arthropods of medical importance, among others.

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

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

 

Addressing participants during the opening of the workshop, the Head of the Department of Conservation Biology and Entomology-UCC, Prof. Rofela Combey, observed that traditional measures used over the years for vector control had not yielded the desired results.

In view of that, she added, it was important for participants to look into the science of vector control.

Prof. Combey expressed gratitude to Dr. Andreas Adutwum Kudom, the Coordinator for the programme at the Department for his tremendous work. 

She further urged participants to take the workshop seriously.

 

Participants in the workshop

 

Participants in the workshop

 

In a short remark, the Course Cordinator at the Centre for International Health at the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) Munich, Germany, Arlett Heiber, said the Centre was ready to equip participants with the requisite knowledge on vector biology and control in Ghana. 

At the end of the workshop, participants would be given a certificate of attendance, as well as  3 ECTS credit points.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

 

 

2nd Edition of International Students' Cultural Day Held at UCC

21 Jun, 2023 By DIS

Foreign students at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) displayed the rich culture of their respective countries at a cultural day celebration organised by the Office of International Relations (OIR-UCC).

The colourful event saw students from some African countries such as Nigeria, Botswana, Kenya, South Africa, Ivory Coast among others, display their national colours whilst clad in their native clothes to showcase their countries' rich cultural heritage. The event was also to foster African unity.

It was an exciting scene as the students hoisted their national flags, engaged in spoken word about their respective countries, as well as cooking local dishes of their countries.

A Pakistani student at UCC preparing a native dish from his country

A Pakistani student at UCC preparing a native dish from his country

The Acting Dean of the OIR-UCC, Dr. Bert Kusi Boadi, indicated that the Office had liaised with the Design Thinking and Innovative Hub (D-Hub) to enable the students learn soft skills to be fully-fledged graduates.

He urged Ghanaian students to take advantage of the OIR to study abroad while on campus.
Acting Dean of the OIR-UCC, Dr. Bert Kusi Boadi

Acting Dean of the OIR-UCC, Dr. Bert Kusi Boadi

The Provost of the College of Education Studies, Prof Ernest Kofi Davis, who chaired the event, said international students played a key role in the development and growth of world class universities.

He admitted that foreign students in UCC played a remarkable role in the feat chalked up in the Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings.

Prof Davis described the international students as ambassadors of UCC as such the University would ensure their absolute comfort during their stay on campus.

 Ivorian student hoisting the flag of her country

An Ivorian student hoisting the flag of her country

 

"We believe that once they feel at home, then they will become a conduit to market the UCC to the International community," he added. 

He encouraged Ghanaian students to patronize the OIR-UCC.

Some of the international Students who spoke with University reporters said it was crucial to display ones culture to show ones identity and way of life.

Kenyan students in a display during the event

 

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

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