The University of Ghana Students’ Representative Council (UGSRC) has launched this year’s edition of its “SRC Day of Giving” campaign aimed at improving student welfare and enhancing campus infrastructure.
This year’s marking of the day began with an official launch and fundraising event held on August 1 at the Cedi Conference Centre. The SRC is targeting Gh¢220,000 to support students with disabilities, upgrade academic facilities, and address essential student needs.
The event, held on August 1, 2025, under the theme “A legacy of purpose: Reflecting on the transformative student experience,” received strong backing from university leadership, including the Dean of Student Affairs, Professor Rosina Kyeremateng, and the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Academic) and Student Affairs, Professor Gordon Awandare.
The “SRC Day of Giving” is a flagship initiative of the current SRC administration, designed to create a sustainable platform for students and alumni to contribute meaningfully to campus development.
The campaign focuses on three key areas:
- Support for students with disabilities: Funds will be used to provide mobility aids such as wheelchairs and crutches, along with food supplies to ease financial burdens for students with physical disabilities.
- Secure storage during exams: The SRC plans to install lockers to help students safely store personal items during examinations, reducing stress and security concerns.
- Library renovation: Part of the funds will go toward upgrading the 24-hour library, with improvements to lighting, seating, and digital resources to enhance the learning environment.
The SRC Vice President, Jeffery Adu-Yeboah, intimated that the campaign is not just a fundraising effort; it is about fostering a culture of giving back and building a lasting legacy for future generations of students.
The “SRC Day of Giving” marks a new chapter in student leadership at the University of Ghana. By focusing on tangible, high-impact projects, the UGSRC is demonstrating its commitment to creating a more inclusive, secure, and academically enriching environment for all students. The success of this inaugural campaign will be a testament to the power of community and a beacon for future student-led initiatives aimed at positive change.
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Story by Deborah Owusu|univers.ug.edu.gh
Edited by Michelle Lartey
