SKO BUREAU

Story by: Samuel K. Owusu The upcoming one on one interview between Prof Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana, and Rev. Albert Ocran on the Springboard: The Virtual University, promises to be an informative and engaging event. With the theme of "The Don's Conclave," the program aims to showcase the world-class education offered in Ghana The program will be broadcast live on Joy 99.7 FM and all of Joy FM's social media handles on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at 7.00 p.m. It will also be telecast again on Joy Prime on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at 6.00 a.m. The timing of the program is perfect for students, alumni, and individuals who are interested in academia, providing them with an opportunity to learn more about the University of Ghana and its many achievements under the leadership of Prof Nana Aba Appiah Amfo. and the achievements of the first female Vice Chancellor in the history of the institution. As the first female Vice Chancellor o

Story by: Samuel K. Owusu The University of Ghana Students Representative Council (UGSRC) has announced that it will be organizing a free Critical Thinking and Practical Reasoning (UGRC 150) and Academic Writing I (UGRC 110) discussion for students, particularly the level 100's This is an exceptional initiative that has been taken by the Boakye-Lincoln led administration to support the academic growth and success of students. The UGRC 150 course on Critical Thinking and Practical Reasoning is essential for all students, especially those at the undergraduate level, as it provides them with a solid foundation in critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving. It helps students develop their cognitive abilities to analyze and evaluate information critically, making sound decisions, and solve problems effectively. The course is crucial for students to excel academically and professionally. Similarly, the UGRC 110 course on Academic Writing I is designed to help students

Source: Samuel K. Owusu  Dear University of Ghana Community, I write to inform you of the latest development in the democratic process of electing student leaders in the university. The Dean of Student Affairs, Professor Rosina I. Kyerematen, in a letter dated 29th March 2023, has announced that all student elections shall be held online via the University of Ghana Computing System (UGCS) electronic platform.  While this news has been well received by some members of the community, others have expressed concern over the potential implications of e-voting Whereas the news has come as a shock to some potential aspirants of the various Departmental, JCR, and SRC elections, it is important to note that this decision was made after careful consideration of the current situation and with the best interests of the university community at heart. Find below the Dean of Student Affairs Letter: The traditional form of electing leaders around the world has always been a ballot paper issuance, and

Story by: Samuel K. Owusu The University of Ghana Alumni Association (UGAA) is set to unveil the Garden of Fame Monument and host its annual Alumni Homecoming. The event is scheduled to hold on Friday, 31st March 2023, at 6 pm at the Alumni Centre, University of Ghana, Legon. The event is expected to be graced by His Excellency, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, President of the Republic, as the Guest of Honour The Garden of Fame Monument is an iconic symbol of excellence, achievement, and recognition of the contributions of notable alumni of the University of Ghana. The monument represents the success stories of accomplished individuals whose exceptional achievements have brought positive recognition to the University of Ghana and contributed to national development. The unveiling of the Garden of Fame Monument is a significant milestone for the University of Ghana and the UGAA. It is an opportunity to showcase the accomplishments of its alumni and celebrate their contributions to the gr

Source: Public Affairs Directorate Forwarded by: Samuel K. Owusu Management of the University of Ghana has noted, with grave concern, comments by some Members of Parliament about the new UG residential policy which sought to create the impression that the University is flouting a court order and, therefore, disrespecting the Judiciary, the Constitution and the mandate of the good people of Ghana Read also:  PRESS STATEMENT: UPDATE ON 2022/2023 UG APPROVED FEES/CHARGES: NEW RESIDENTIAL ARRANGEMENTS AND MATTERS ARISING:   https://skobureau.blogspot.com/2023/02/press-statement-update-on-20222023-ug.html The University notes some inaccuracies in the statements made on the Floor of Parliament on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. Below, we provide these facts to set the records straight.  Following the order of injunction issued by the High Court asking the University to halt the implementation of the new policy, the University stopped further assignments to Commonwealth Hall. By that time, new s

Story by: Samuel K. Owusu The appointment of Ms Patience Kidigna Kidigna as the first women's commissioner in the history of the Alexander Adum Kwapong Hall has been received with great enthusiasm by students and staff of the Hall. The decision by Mr Samuel Ackom, the JCR President of the Kwapong Hall, to appoint Ms Patience, was a bold and commendable one Ms Patience, who hails from the savanna region of Ghana, is a level 400 student majoring in Geography and Resource Development and Minoring in Economics. She is currently serving as the General Secretary for the Geography and Resource Development Students Association (GREDSA). The appointment of Ms Patience Kidigna as the first women's commissioner of the Alexander Adum Kwapong Hall is a significant milestone in the history of the Hall and the University of Ghana at large. It represents a significant step towards gender equality and the empowerment of women in leadership positions.  The appointment of Ms Patience is a clear i

Source: Academic Quality Assurance Unit (AQAU) Forwarded by: Samuel K. Owusu   Kindly click here to Evaluate your courses/lecturers: https://sts.ug.edu.gh/services/evaluation A flier released by the Students Representative Council to confirm the opening of the portal for the course/lecturer evaluation Dear Student,  The Course and Lecturer Evaluation Portal for the First Semester of the 2022/2023 academic year have been opened from Monday, March 27, 2023, to Saturday, April 8, 2023.   All students are required to evaluate and verify their registered courses for this semester. A) DIRECTIONS FOR EVALUATING AND VERIFYING COURSES   On the UG Webpage, click on Course-Lecturer Evaluation/Verification Link (Under Featured Links:  https://sts.ug.edu.gh/services/evaluation .You will be directed to your Student Services Portal   On your Student Services Portal, e valuate each course you have registered to activate the course verification link. Please be objective in your assessment and do not

Story by: Samuel K. Owusu   The University of Ghana's 2023 March Congregation #UGCongregation was an event that will forever be remembered by the graduands, their families, and the University community. The ceremony, which took place over five days in thirteen sessions, showcasing the diverse range of programs, saw the graduation of about 12,000 students across various disciplines Notably, this year's congregation saw the introduction of medals for First Class recipients, a welcome addition that may be expanded in the future to recognize the achievements of all graduates. Each day featured a mix of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, with the grand graduation on Thursday afternoon featuring many student leaders and the outgone SRC President Read also:   FINDING YOUR WAY ON THE STREETS OF LEGON:   https://skobureau.blogspot.com/2023/01/finding-your-way-on-streets-of-legon.html The ceremony started each day with a procession of the academic staff, a musical interlude by