Thanksgiving Service FRIDAY, AUGUST 11, 2023 CHRISTIAN SERVICE Time: 10:00 a.m. Venue: Cedi Conference Centre MUSLIM PRAYERS Time: 2:00 p.m. Venue: Legon Central Mosque
4 UG@75 THANKSGIVING SERVICE His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo President of the Republic SPECIAL GUEST
Dr. Mohamed Ibn Chambas Distinguished Diplomat, Lawyer and Academic SPECIAL GUEST
6 UG@75 THANKSGIVING SERVICE Theme: Nurturing Resilience: Adopting Technology, Embracing Humanism
UG@75 THANKSGIVING SERVICE 7 CHRISTIAN SERVICE ORDER OF SERVICE 10:00 a.m. – Procession: Music by Department of Music Wind Ensemble – Call to Worship Rev. Dr. Kwaku Boamah – Opening Hymn: Praise to the Lord the Almighty the king of creation – Welcome/Purpose of Gathering: Mrs. Emelia Agyei-Mensah, Registrar – Praises and Worship led by UCF Mass Choir – Hymn: Master, speak! Thy servant heareth – Scripture Readings: First reading: Genesis 1:26-31 Martin Boakye, SRC President Second Reading: Matthew 25:14-30 Prof. Gordon Awandare, Pro-VC (ASA) – Song Ministration: Gramophone Chorus – Sermon: Very Rev. Prof. J. Kwabena Asamoah-Gyadu, President, Trinity Theological Seminary – Hymn: Lead us heavenly Father lead us – Intercessory Prayers: Prayer for students Mr. Ezekiel Mawuli, Former UCF President Prayer for Management and current & former staff Prof. Godfred Charles Ackah, Chair, Chaplaincy Board Prayer for alumni and affiliates of UG Mr. Sam Asimeng, UG Alumni Council Prayer for the Nation: Rev. Dr. Joyce Rosalind Aryee – Offertory: Music by Jubilee Choir, Gramophone Chorus, etc & Wind Ensemble – Address: Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, Vice-Chancellor
8 UG@75 THANKSGIVING SERVICE – University Anthem – Solidarity Message: His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, President of the Republic – Cutting of Anniversary Cake (Jubilee Choir sings University Anthem) – Closing Remarks: Anniversary Committee Chair – Announcements: Ms. Pascaline Songsore, Senior Assistant Registrar, UG PAD – Closing Hymn: Now thank we all our God – Closing Prayer & Benediction: Very Rev. Prof. J. Kwabena Asamoah-Gyadu – Hallelujah Chorus Massed Choir – Photography session Choirs sing choral pieces – Recession Music by Department of Music Brass Band MUSLIM PRAYERS ORDER FOR PRAYERS 2:00pm – 2:15pm. – Arrival of Guests: – Quran Recitation: Hassan Saani – Opening Prayer: Imam Abass Abdul Karim Umar (Imam, Police Mosque, Cantoments) – Introduction of Dignitaries/Chairman: Prof. M. A. Mahmoud (UGBS) – Welcome Address: Dr. Osman Alhassan (Institute of African Studies, UG) – Sermon: Shaikh Armiyau Shuaib (Spokesperson, National Chief Imam)
UG@75 THANKSGIVING SERVICE 9 – Thanksgiving Prayers Officiating Imams Imam Salman Mohammed Alhassan (Imam of Madina Mosque) Imam Lt. Mohammed Abubakar (Imam of the Ghana Armed Forces) Imam Hussein Abdur Rahim Hussein (Imam of the Ghana Police Service) Imam Baba Abubakar (Imam of the University of Ghana, Legon) – Messages Mohammed Nurudeen (GMSA President) Dr. Rabiatu Armah (Senior Lecturer, Religions Department,UG) Hajj Salim Kalmouni (MD, Japan Motors Company) Naa Alhassan Andani (Pishigu-lana; Former CEO, Stanbic Bank) – Solidarity Message: His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, President of the Republic – Remarks by the Vice Chancellor: Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo – Presentation of Anniversary Cloth to Special Guests – Cutting of Anniversary Cake Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo Naa Alhassan Andani Hajj Salem Kalmouni Col (Rtd) Imam Umar Sanda Ahmed Dr. Osman Alhassan – Vote of Thanks: Habiba Fuseini (GMSA Ladies President) – Closing Prayer: Imam Col (Rtd) Umar Sanda Ahmed (Former Imam, Ghana Armed Forces)
10 UG@75 THANKSGIVING SERVICE PROFILE The University of Ghana, the premier university in Ghana, was founded as the University College of the Gold Coast by Ordinance on August 11, 1948 for the purpose of providing and promoting university education, learning and research. As a university poised to distinguish itself in the area of research to make an impact at the national and international levels, the University launched a Strategic Plan in 2014. The strategic plan (2014-2024) is intended to consolidate the gains made from the review of the University’s mission and practices and situate these within the context of a very dynamic environment of higher education in Ghana and beyond. Our Vision Our vision is to become a “world-class research-intensive University.” Our Mission To create an enabling environment that makes University of Ghana increasingly relevant to national and global development through cutting-edge research as well as high quality teaching and learning. Our Values: • Integrity • Commitment • Respect • Loyalty University of Ghana Campuses Legon Campus: This is the main campus where most of the University’s teaching and research are carried out. It also houses the central administration of the University. Korle-Bu Campus: The Korle-Bu Campus houses the administration of the College of Health Sciences, which is headed by a Provost. Accra City Campus: Strategically located in the central business district of Accra, the Accra City Campus is a non-residential campus. Kumasi City Campus: The Kumasi City Campus is housed at the erstwhile Kumasi Workers’ College, established in 1962. Takoradi City Campus: The Takoradi City Campus is located at the former Takoradi Workers’ College, established in 1962 at Chapel Hill in Takoradi, near the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) Hospital.
UG@75 THANKSGIVING SERVICE 11 University of Ghana is administered through a collegiate system comprising the following colleges, as well as a central administration that includes a School of Graduate Studies and an Office of International Programmes. • College of Basic and Applied Sciences • College of Education • College of Health Sciences • College of Humanities As part of its vision to become a world-class research-intensive institution, the University of Ghana has identified four priority areas by which it promotes international collaboration in research initiatives to enhance research output. As the premier university in Ghana, the University aims to produce the next generation of thought leaders to drive national development. Through its research institutes and other centres of learning and research, faculty members are involved in studies that support policy making for national development, often in collaboration with other international institutions. The University has experienced a steady growth in the number of international students who come from over 70 countries to join either the regular undergraduate and graduate programmes or enrol on the study abroad and other special programmes designed for international students. The University of Ghana, has over the years built an image as one of the continent’s most reputable universities, making it the first choice for academics, researchers and students.
THANK YOU! Today is the day the University of Ghana turns 75. Hooray! On this diamond jubilee, I wish to congratulate all members of the UG family. It’s been 75 years of hard work. Congratulations for what we have achieved together. On behalf of Management of the University, I extend a heartfelt appreciation to faculty, staff and students, both past and present. Your choice of UG as destination for careers and training gives us reason to continue to be. Hearty congratulations also go to members of the larger University community that creates an environment for us to thrive. To our Alumni who bear our torch and shine our light across the globe, I say ‘Ayekoo’. We are grateful for your contributions to building the UG brand over the past 75 years. To our Partners who push us to achieve more and the Government and the people of Ghana on whose ticket of legitimacy we exist, thank you! I also extend our deepest gratitude to the UG@75 Anniversary Planning Committee for spearheading an exciting year-long anniversary celebration. To all who participated in the celebrations, I say Ayekoo! Professor. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo Vice-Chancellor Most importantly, I take this opportunity to acknowledge God for His kind love and attention towards us that keeps us going strong! It’s been 75 years of special blessings we cannot fully count. But we have felt it and we are grateful. As I look on the horizon for our next 75 years, I am excited at what more we can achieve and look forward to all our contributions. Ayekoo and Happy 75th Anniversary!!
UG@75 ACTIVITIES IN PICTURES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
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1-3 75th Anniversary Logo Tour 4-6 Walk with Alumni and Friends 7-8 Basic School Tree Planting Exercise 9-11 UG@75 Public Lecture on Ghana’s Energy Sector 12-14 An Evening of Relaxation and Lessons in Resilience 15-16 UG@75 Opening Ceremony of Sporting Activities-February 17-19 UG@75 Public Lecture on Ghana’s 66th Independence 20-22 UG@75 Lecture on Ghana’s Economy 23-24 M.anifest in Conversation with Akosua Hanson on The Creative Economy and Our Collective Future & Development 25-26 UG@75 University of Ghana Alumni Association Unveiling of Garden of Fame 27-28 Special Congregation 29-30 UG@75 Staff Games Pictures 23 24 25 26 29 30 27 28
16 UG@75 THANKSGIVING SERVICE Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation! 1. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation! O my soul, praise Him, for He is thy health and salvation! All ye who hear, brothers and sisters draw near; Praise Him in glad adoration. 2. Praise to the Lord, who doth prosper thy work and defend thee; Surely His goodness and mercy here daily attend thee; Ponder anew what the Almighty can do, If with His love He befriend thee. 3. Praise to the Lord, who, when tempests their warfare are waging, Who, when the elements madly around thee are raging, Biddeth them cease, turneth their fury to peace, Whirlwinds and waters assuaging. 4. Praise to the Lord, oh, let all that is in me adore Him! All that hath life and breath, come now with praises before Him; Let the Amen sound from His people again, Gladly for aye we adore Him. (Joachim Neander, 1650-1680 trans. by Catherine Winkworth, 1827-1878) Master, Speak! Thy servant heareth 1. Master, speak! thy servant heareth, waiting for thy gracious word. Longing for thy voice that cheereth; Master, let it now be heard. I am list’ning, Lord, for thee; what hast thou to say to me? 2. Speak to me by name, O Master, let me know it is to me; speak, that I may follow faster, with a step more firm and free, where the Shepherd leads the flock, in the shadow of the Rock. 3. Master, speak! Tho’ least and lowest, let me not unheard depart; Master, speak! For oh, thou knowest all the yearning of my heart, knowest all its truest need; speak! and make me blest indeed. 4. Master, speak! and make me ready, when Thy voice is truly heard, with obedience glad and steady, still to follow every word. I am listening, Lord, for thee; Master, speak, oh speak to me! (Frances Ridley Havergal 1836-1879) HYMNS
UG@75 THANKSGIVING SERVICE 17 Lead us, heavenly Father, lead us 1. Lead us, heavenly Father, lead us o’er the world’s tempestuous sea; guard us, guide us, keep us, feed us, for we have no help but Thee; yet possessing every blessing, if our God our Father be. 2. Saviour, breathe forgiveness o’er us: all our weakness Thou dost know; Thou didst tread this earth before us, Thou didst feel its keenest woe; lone and dreary, faint and weary, through the desert Thou didst go. 3. Spirit of our God, descending, fill our hearts with heavenly joy, love with every passion blending, pleasure that can never cloy: thus provided, pardoned, guided, nothing can our peace destroy. (James Edmeston, 1791-1867) Now thank we all our God 1. Now thank we all our God, with heart and hands and voices, Who wondrous things has done, in Whom this world rejoices; Who from our mothers’ arms has blessed us on our way With countless gifts of love, and still is ours today. 2. Oh, may this bounteous God through all our life be near us, With ever joyful hearts and blessed peace to cheer us; And keep us in His grace, and guide us when perplexed; And free us through all ills in this world and the next! 3. All praise and thanks to God the Father now be given, The Son, and Him Who reigns with Them in highest Heaven: The one eternal God, Whom earth and Heav’n adore; For thus it was, is now, and shall be evermore. (Martin Rinkhart, 1586–1649 trans. by Catherine Winkworth, 1827–1878)
18 UG@75 THANKSGIVING SERVICE UNIVERSITY ANTHEM Hail University of Ghana The nation’s hope and glory The place that bears the star of peace That bids us all to do our best Let the great Tower of learning Inspire both young and old May we proceed in unity to uphold the public cause. //: Arise, arise O Legon Defend the cause of freedom Proceed in truth and integrity to make Our nation proud: // We ask for strength and wisdom As we climb the hill of learning May we excel in what’er we do As we prepare to face the world With a mind ready at all times And a conscience quick to feel May we proceed in unity to uphold the public cause. //: Arise, arise O Legon Defend the cause of freedom Proceed in truth and integrity to make our nation proud :// (Prof. Emeritus J. H. Kwabena Nketia) (1921-2019)
UG@75 THANKSGIVING SERVICE 19 UG@75 SPONSORS CORPORATE SPONSORS SRC DEVELOPMENT FUND BOARD GRASAG LEGON DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS CEDI CONFERENCE CENTRE
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UG@75 PLANNING COMMITTEE NAME DESIGNATION Prof. Akosua Adomako Ampofo Chair Prof. Clement K.I. Appah Co-Chair Dr. Abigail Adubea Mills Representative, COH Prof. Elvis Kwason Tiburu Representative, CBAS Dr. Lilian A. Ohene Representative, CHS Dr. Clement Adamb Representative, COE Dr. Monica Mensah Danquah Representative, UTAG Mrs. Emelia Nartey Representative, GAUA Naa Zakaria Gumah Representative, TEWU Ms. Angela Asantewaa Representative, FUSSAG Mr. Shadrack K. Agyiri Representative, SSAUoG Mr. Samuel Nyarko Kesse Representative, SRC Mr. Adam Carlos Abdul-Latif Representative, GRASAG Dr. Elizier Ameyaw-Buronyah Director of Public Affairs Prof. Kwasi Dartey-Baah Director, Office of Institutional Advancement Dr. George Acheampong Dept. of Marketing and Entrepreneurship Dr. Abena A. Yeboah-Banin Department of Communication Studies Prof. Nana Ama Browne Klutse Department of Physics Mr. Sampson Asimeng Representative, UG Alumni Association Mr. Philip Gyamfi Alumnus Prof. Kobby Mensah University of Ghana Business School Ms. Pascaline K. Songsore Member-Secretary Mrs. Joanna Korlekwor Omaboe Co-Secretary Co-opted Members Mr. Akunu Dake Co-opted Member, Heritage Development Mr. Patrick Bortey Alabi Co-opted Member, Heritage Development