Fresher Explains Reasons for Choosing University of Ghana Over UPSA
- A fresh student of the University of Ghana (UG) has opened up on her reasons for choosing the institution despite having another preference
- She said she chose UG over the University of Professional Studies, Accra, as it maintained flexible policies on dress codes and standards
- The video of the UG fresher's choice amused past and current students, who have taken to sharing humorous views on the social media post
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A new student of the University of Ghana (UG) has courted public attention after explaining the reasons for choosing the institution.
The fresh student explained that her preferred place to study was the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA).
However, she said she was forced to adapt her choice to UG after learning about UPSA's stricter policies and codes of conduct.
Source: TikTok
This, she said, was her main reason for choosing the University of Ghana, where the policies governing student activity are more flexible.
According to her, she thrives well in a more adaptable environment, stating:
"The University of Ghana was not my dream school. I wanted to attend the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), but I lost interest because of their code of conduct; a lot of rules and regulations, like the dress code. That is why I chose the University of Ghana (UG). Life is different over here."
The University of Professional Studies, Accra, is well-known for its strict dress code and high standards.
Source: UGC
Explaining further, she noted that her choice of programme at UG was influenced by her father, who advised her.
"I am reading political science. My daddy told me to come here and read that programme."
She added that she was poised to pass out of the school with flying colours after completing her degree programme.
According to her, she looks forward to being awarded a Second Class Honours, Upper Division before long.
"After my four-year journey, I look forward to being awarded a Second Class Upper. I am not aiming for first class, I don't want to die young."
Responding to questions on her general impression of the school, she explained that she liked the environment and the lifestyle of the students.
According to her, the only issue she encountered was with the slow manual registration process, saying:
"It is just my first week on campus. I have gone through some stress because of the slow manual registration process. Also, I don't know some places, and I have to ask around several times before getting the right directions. It is hurtful, but I am having some fun as well."
Established in 1948 as Ghana's premier university, the University of Ghana has been imparting advanced knowledge for the past 77 years.
Watch the TikTok video here:
Reactions to fresher's reasons for choosing UG
Some current and past students of the University of Ghana have reacted to the fresher's reason for choosing the institute.
While some laughed it off and described her statement as trivial, YEN.com.gh has compiled these varying reactions.
Purity Esinam commented:
"I am sorry to burst your bubble, Madam. We have a dress code for some courses, like Prof Gyampo's course."
TTDetective shared:
"This is sad, because of the dress code you went to UG eii! Discipline is not for everyone."
Wis Doms noted:
"For me, the dress code is simple. Wear a pair of white top over black trousers and black Zara loafers."
UCC fresher shows off items for semester
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that a University of Cape Coast (UCC) first-year student had displayed the provisions she had stocked for herself ahead of the semester.
The fresher showcased her extensive collection of provisions in a post on social media and asked her followers online whether her stock would be enough for the term.
Source: YEN.com.gh
