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MissionTo develop world-class human resources and capabilities to meetnational development needs and global challenges through qualityteaching, learning, research and knowledge dissemination.MottoIntegri Procedamus.The Arms of The UniversityThe University logo: (Blue shield with three “AYA” standingupright in top half and “DWENINMENTOASO” in the middle ofbottom half - all embossed in gold.Three “AYA” standing upright in top halfInFocus›››Integri ProcedamusPrior to its attainment of a sovereign university status,the motto of the University of Ghana, then known asthe University College of Gold Coast was “vigil evocatauroram” symbolised by a cockerel - the watchful birdcalling forth the dawn, i.e. keeping vigil to protect itsacademic freedom from being eroded through politicalintervention in its affairs.In 1961, the University attained a sovereign status andby 1963, it was felt that inspiration for its growth couldbest be drawn from Ghana’s cultural roots preserved ina new motto and a new crest. To this end, Professor A.AKwapong, the first Ghanaian Pro-Vice Chancellor, taskedProfessor Mawere Opoku of the Institute of African Studies(IAS) to design the crest.“DWENINMENTOASO” in middle of the bottom halfProfessor Opoku chose the symbol of three straightferns (aya in Twi), which because of their quality of alwaysgrowing straight up in the forest represent, in traditionalthought, straightness, truthfulness and integrity. He alsotook the symbol of two interlocking ram horns (in Twi -guanini mmen toa so) which never stop growing thereforedepicting progress. Professor Kwapong then providedthe Latin rendering of the motto “integri procedamus”progress with integrity, inscribed beneath the symbols.Progress with Integrity25 University of Ghana
MEASURES OF EXCELLENCESix Decades of Research,Teaching and LearningFrom its origins as a University College with strongacademic rigour that prepared graduates to mansensitive positions in the Gold Coast, the University ofGhana continues to build a fine reputation for excellencein higher education.For six decades, the University has built significantstrengths and expertise in research, teaching andoutreach. Capitalising on these strengths and expertise,the University has provided an unparallel platform forstudents to study and work with renowned authors,scholars with outstanding credentials, consultants to thecorporate world, seasoned technocrats and outstandingphysicians.Through its Colleges, Faculties, Schools and supportinfrastructure, the University is committed to providinga world class education to promote economic innovationand community advancement by training students toexcel anywhere on the globe.www.ug.edu.gh 26
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