The Vice-Chancellor has underscored the crucial role the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has played in transforming his life.

He noted that the University has contributed to his success story in life adding that "It is this University that has made me what I am and who I am today".

Prof. Kuupole said this at the Choralfest organised by the Voices of Accountability in his honour and the 2016 retirees of the University.

Recounting his youthful days, Prof. Kuupole narrated that when he gained admission into UCC, a friend told him to opt for Customs Service rather than teaching but decided to pursue his passion. "Now I am here as a teacher of high calibre; I am here as an administrator; I am here as a social worker and I dont regret", Prof Kuupole indicated.

He seized the chance to advise future Vice-Chancellors not to underestimate the contributions of the senior and junior staff in the discharge of his or her duties noting that "Those (FUSSAG and TEWU) are the people who will make you succeed. "

For his part, former provost of the College of Humanities and Legal Studies, Prof. Stephen Kendie, commended Prof. Kuupole for his meritorious service. He extolled the remarkable achievement and exhibiting qualities as a team builder, results oriented and visionary leader.

Prof Kendie,who was the guest of honour said the University would continue to tap the rich experience of Prof. Kuupole whose term of office ends on 30th September, 2016 to the hilt.

The Choralfest event which was organised under the auspices of Directorate of Finance, was well attended by the Chairman of UCC Council, Nana Sam Brew Butler, Pro-Vice-Chancellor Prof. G. K. T. Oduro; Registrar, Mr.John Kofi Nyan; Director of Finance, Mrs Elizabeth Obese and a section of the University Community.