Authorities of the University for Development Studies (UDS) intend introducing into the school’s curriculum a robust ethics and mentoring compliance program which will be compulsory for all students.
[contextly_sidebar id=”199IQBqVKIxspKwEagyOeZQ8HtBcxaib”]They have observed that the study of ethics is fast becoming an essential aspect of the academia.
For this reason, the UDS Ethical Behaviour and Social Responsibility Committee has recommended the establishment of an Institute for the study of ethics.
Ahead of its fullest implementation, the UDS Institute for Continuing Education and Interdisciplinary Research (ICEIR) has launched hand books on ethics and mentoring policies.
The books aim at ensuring that staff of the university live and work within the generally accepted principles and standards of ethical behaviour and mentoring in key areas such as teaching, research, publications, administration, conflict prevention and management.
This is expected to serve as a guide in resolving conflicts, arguments, disagreements, misconduct and dilemmas among members of the UDS community.
At the official launch, Director of ICEIR, Professor Seidu Alhassan said ethics and mentoring issues formed an integral part of academic discipline particularly in the UDS.
According to him, mainstreaming the study of ethics and mentoring into the UDS syllabus will guide the students to become responsible citizens.
Professor Seidu Alhassan maintained that hyping the culture of ethics could quickly move the nation from neutral to a high gear where productivity and performance could improve.
He considered the move by the UDS authorities as a panacea to curb moral decadence which he noted was on the ascendancy in the Ghanaian society.
He acknowledged the contribution of Professor S.B Kendie for initiating the ethics policy process and also commended the UDS management for funding the publication.
The UDS pro vice Chancellor, Professor G.A TEYE who officially launched the books admitted that ethical and mentoring issues were very relevant in the management of tertiary schools such as the UDS.
He however challenged the lecturers and senior staff to eschew personal vendetta and favoritism in the mentorship program.
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By: Abdul Karim Naatogmah/citifmonline.com/Ghana