The Faculty of Arts at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has unveiled two landmark sculptures in its quadrangles under the theme “Fountain of knowledge, symbol of excellence.”
The Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Denis Worlanyo Aheto, unveiled the sculptures at a ceremony held on campus to celebrate scholarship, creativity and academic excellence while enhancing the University’s environment through public art.
The two artworks symbolise the Faculty’s commitment to knowledge creation, critical thinking, creativity, scholarship and excellence. They also serve as lasting representations of UCC’s academic heritage, history and cultural identity.
Prof. Aheto described sculptures as important features of leading universities worldwide, noting that they reflect an institution’s history, vision, culture and aspirations. He said the theme captures the Faculty’s dedication to intellectual inquiry and excellence in teaching, research and service.
He commended the Faculty for the initiative, acknowledging its significant contributions to UCC’s growth and global recognition. According to him, the Faculty has played a key role in strengthening the University’s position in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings through its academic, research and community engagement activities.
Prof. Aheto further announced plans to constitute a committee after his investiture as Vice-Chancellor to coordinate activities for UCC’s 65th Anniversary celebrations. He pledged that a budget would be dedicated to the erection of an iconic sculpture at the Central Administration as part of the anniversary legacy projects.
In a remark, the Registrar, Gideon Enoch Abbeyquaye Esq., praised the Faculty for supporting efforts to revitalise public art on campus. He noted that the sculptures will contribute to improving the University’s aesthetics while creating spaces that inspire learning and reflection.
The Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Prof. Kwabena Sarfo Sarfo-Kantanka, highlighted the role of art in preserving history, shaping identity and inspiring future generations.
He explained that the sculptures represent the Faculty’s core values of knowledge pursuit, critical thought, cultural appreciation and excellence in scholarship and service.
The sculptor, Mr. Williams Kwabena Okyere, said the artworks were created in a semi-abstract style to encourage interpretation and intellectual engagement. He explained that the approach allows viewers to draw meaning from their experiences, imagination, and knowledge.
He encouraged the University to incorporate more sculptures and public art into future development projects, describing such investments as a lasting legacy that strengthens UCC’s reputation as a centre of academic and artistic excellence.
The ceremony was attended by some principal officers of the University, former deans of the Faculty of Arts, Heads of Department, staff, alumni, and students.
