The College of Education Studies (CES) at the University of Cape Coast has held an Award Ceremony under the theme "Celebrating Academic Distinction: Inspiring Future Educators".
The event recognised and celebrated the outstanding academic achievements of 277 students who attained First Class honours.
The awardees, drawn from the three faculties of the College, received certificates of recognition. In addition to the certificates, the overall best students from each academic level were presented with a plaque and a hamper, acknowledging their exceptional performance and dedication to academic excellence.
Delivering the welcome remarks, the Acting Provost of the College of Education Studies, Prof. Douglas D. Agyei, commended the awardees for their hard work and commitment to excellence. He charged them to maintain their academic standards and become sources of inspiration to their peers.
“You must keep up the good work and inspire your colleagues to also strive for excellence and be good examples to your peers,” he added.
Ag. Provost of the College of Education Studies, Prof. Douglas D. Agyei, presenting a certificate of recognition to an awardee
Prof. Agyei further stressed the need for Ghana to nurture educators who foster critical thinking and uphold strong moral values. “Ghana needs educators who will inspire critical thinking and cultivate integrity in students,” he emphasised.
“You must remember that your distinction comes with a responsibility to uphold the same standard,” Prof. Agyei advised.
The keynote address was delivered by a distinguished educationist and former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Education, Winneba Prof. Jophus Anamuah-Mensah. Speaking on the theme of the event, Prof. Anamuah-Mensah spelt out the importance of recognising educators and their role in nation-building.
He praised the organisers for initiating the Dean’s Award Ceremony, stating that such events are vital in promoting a culture of academic excellence and respect for the teaching profession.
“I have a strong desire for all educators to be celebrated and we must elevate the teaching profession to a status of honour and prestige,” he added.
Prof. Jophus Anamuah-Mensah
Prof. Agyei further stressed the need for Ghana to nurture educators who foster critical thinking and uphold strong moral values. “Ghana needs educators who will inspire critical thinking and cultivate integrity in students,” he emphasised.
“You must remember that your distinction comes with a responsibility to uphold the same standard,” Prof. Agyei advised.
The keynote address was delivered by a distinguished educationist and former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Education, Winneba Prof. Jophus Anamuah-Mensah. Speaking on the theme of the event, Prof. Anamuah-Mensah spelt out the importance of recognising educators and their role in nation-building.
He praised the organisers for initiating the Dean’s Award Ceremony, stating that such events are vital in promoting a culture of academic excellence and respect for the teaching profession.
“I have a strong desire for all educators to be celebrated and we must elevate the teaching profession to a status of honour and prestige,” he added.