Quality Education
Defending academic freedom and the conditions that allow teaching and scholarship to thrive.
University of Ghana Branch
The academic voice of the University of Ghana
A trusted home for members, knowledge, and collective action.
Teaching & Research
Advancing standards, resources, and opportunities for excellent teaching and impactful research.
Member Advocacy
Representing member concerns to University Management, UTAG National, and public authorities.
Member Welfare
Promoting fair conditions of service, professional wellbeing, and a supportive academic community.
Welcome to UG UTAG
A united voice for University of Ghana academics
The University of Ghana Branch of the University Teachers Association of Ghana represents teaching and research staff and champions their academic, professional, and economic welfare.
We engage University Management, National Leadership of UTAG, and institutions of state to promote fair conditions of service, protect academic freedom, and strengthen the resources required for teaching, research, and community service.
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Our gallery
UG UTAG in action
A visual record of engagement, leadership, and academic community life.
Executive officers
Leadership in service to members
Meet the officers entrusted with leading the University of Ghana Branch of UTAG.
President
DR. JERRY JOE EBOW KINGSLEY HARRISON
SENIOR LECTURER
Vice-President
PROF. KOFI SARPONG ADU-MANU
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Secretary
DR. GODFRED BRIGHT HAGAN
SENIOR LECTURER
Treasurer
DR. AKUA BOAKYEWAA KONADU
SENIOR LECTURER
Women's Executive Officer
DR. SARAH MARJIE
SENIOR LECTURER
Our aims
What guides our work
A clear commitment to member welfare, academic progress, and a strong University community.
Promote Welfare
Seek continuous improvement in the working conditions, facilities, and professional wellbeing of University teachers.
Foster Unity
Build common purpose, mutual support, and meaningful participation across rank, discipline, and college.
Improve Communication
Strengthen dialogue among members, University leadership, and stakeholders beyond the campus.
Advance Academics
Support excellent teaching, research, mentorship, and public service across the University.
Serve the Institution
Contribute constructively to a strong, accountable, and globally respected University of Ghana.
Uphold Academic Freedom
Protect open inquiry, professional responsibility, and the freedom required for scholarship.
Our news
Latest from UG UTAG
Official updates, statements, and stories from the Association.
Association news
PRESS RELEASE BY VCG ON SAFEGUARDING UNIVERSITY AUTONOMY AND ACADEMIC FREEDOM IN GHANA
18 February 2026
Association news
UTAG-UDS FULLY ENDORSES THE CALL FOR THE RESIGNATION OR REMOVAL OF THE GTEC BOSS
29 January 2026
Association news
UTAG-UCC ADDS TO THE CALL FOR THE RESIGNATION OR REMOVAL OF THE GTEC BOSS
28 January 2026