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Discover the rich history and culture of Ghana by exploring Cape Coast Castle, a significant tourist attraction in West Africa, and the University of Cape Coast (UCC) Library, established in 1962. UCC Library serves a diverse student population and features a robust collection of over 227,000 hard copies, e-books, and databases. It provides essential services such as library orientation, information retrieval courses, and resources for the visually impaired. Join us in appreciating Ghana's heritage and the vital role of libraries in education and culture.
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Cape Coast Castle GHANACHRISTIAN KOFI West Africa-Gateway Area coverage and population Tourist attractions Language & Culture Akosombo Dam
LIBRARIES IN GHANA • Types of Libraries • Strengths and weaknesses • Ghana Library Association (GLA) www.glalibrary.org • National Commission on Libraries Ghana Library Association (AGM)
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST (UCC)LIBRARY • Established in 1962 • Student population • Hybrid library that supports and services departmental & hall libraries • Total collection is 227,414 hard copies plus e-books and databases • Staff Strength • Member of Committee of Academic and Research Libraries in Ghana (CARLIGH) UCC Library Building
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS • Ghana Collection • African Collection • Development Information Collection • Distance Education Collection • Medical Collection • Alumni Gallery Alumni Gallery pictures
RESOURCES & SERVICES • Library orientation for fresh students and faculty • Teaching of Information Retrieval Course • Resource Centres for the visually impaired and the physically challenged • ICT Centre (150 Computers) • Digital Library (Workroom) • ILL/DD services Resource Centre for the Visually Impaired
LIBRARY PRODUCTS • Library Guide • Library Bulletin • Newsletter Thank you for your interest and attention!