Professor Samuel Nii Ardey Codjoe, left presenting the customised Birthday Card to Mr. Joseph Oduro Nkansah

In a heartwarming initiative, the College of Education (COE) celebrates staff birthdays with surprise visits by the Provost, Professor Samuel Nii Ardey Codjoe or his representative. Professor Codjoe leads this initiative to boost the morale of staff and reassure them that the College acknowledges their hard work and dedication.

Announced during roadshows with faculty and staff to discuss the College’s 2024 Action Plan and the Provost’s vision for the College, this initiative has already celebrated the birthdays of some staff members.

Mr. Joseph Oduro Nkansah, the College Secretary, was the first recipient of this thoughtful gesture. He received a customised COE birthday card on the morning of his birthday, presented by the Provost, who wished him a happy birthday on behalf of the College. In expressing his gratitude, Mr. Oduro Nkansah emphasised how much it meant to him for the College to remember his birthday and celebrate it with him.

Mr. Moses Musah Bawa presenting the customised Birthday Card to Mr. Edward J. Opoku-Gyan

Another recipient, Mr. Edward J. Opoku-Gyan, a Senior Administrative Assistant in the College Academic Affairs Office, also received a customised card on his birthday. Mr. Moses Musah Bawa, College Academic Affairs Officer, presented the card on behalf of the Provost, conveying well wishes from the Office of the Provost. Mr. Opoku-Gyan expressed gratitude to the College for celebrating his special day with him and hoped that this tradition would continue each year.

Dr. Kwaku Darko Amponsah 3rd from left and Dr. Emmanuel Adjei-Boateng 2nd from right presenting the customised Birthday Card to Mrs. Emma Simpeh

Dr. Kwaku Darko Amponsah, Head, Department of Teacher Education together with Dr. Emmanuel Adjei-Boateng, Co-ordinator B.Ed programmes, School of Education and Leadership, presented the customised birthday card to Mrs. Emma Simpeh. She expressed appreciation for the recognition and was excited about this laudable initiative.

Throughout these presentations, the Office of the Provost consistently conveyed the same message: acknowledging and commending staff for their years of hard work and dedication. The celebrants were wished the happiest of birthdays, reinforcing the College’s commitment to promoting a positive work environment.

The birthday cards were printed by the UG Press, a unit under the College of Education.