The School of Allied Health Sciences (SAHS) at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has held a handover ceremony for the Vice Dean, the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, and the Department of Imaging Technology.

The event recognised the contributions of outgoing officers and welcomed newly appointed leaders who are expected to continue advancing the School’s mission.

The ceremony officially marked the exit of Prof. Richard Kobina Dadzie Ephraim, who served as Vice Dean and the appointment of Prof. Christiana Nsiah-Asamoah as his replacement.

Delivering her acceptance speech, Prof. Nsiah-Asamoah expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to serve. She assured the staff that they would work together as a team to ensure that the School moves forward.

Prof. Ephraim, reflecting on his tenure, described his experience as enriching. “It’s been a great experience serving as Vice Dean, and I learnt to sacrifice,” he stated.

 Prof. Richard Kobina Dadzie Ephraim handing over to Prof. Christiana Nsiah-Asamoah

He encouraged the new leadership to serve with commitment and compassion, noting, “Serve with commitment and your heart, be accommodating”.

In the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Prof. Christiana Nsiah-Asamoah handed over her role as Head of Department (HoD) to Dr. Moses Kwashie Klevor, while in the Department of Imaging Technology and Sonography, Dr. Ishmael Ali Worbajarler handed over to Prof. Eric Kwesi Ofori.

The Dean of the School, Prof. Desmond Omane Acheampong, commended the outgoing officers for their service and dedication. He also offered words of encouragement to the new appointees, charging them to manage the position very well.

The ceremony also saw the presentation of citations to the outgoing officers in recognition of their dedicated service and invaluable contributions to the growth of the School.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC