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Preamble
When you become a part of the College, you become a part of a community of believers. Being a part of the community means that you commit yourself to a covenant. Our part of the covenant is to care for you as a valued member of this community. Your part of the covenant is to commit yourself to the goals and guidelines we hold as a college community. In light of this covenant or promise relationship we hold, GCCS has adopted a set of standards to guide our life together. These standards have been designed to promote an environment, which will assist every student’s growth and development.
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Student Facilities
First wing of the Men’s hostel will be available for use beginning of the 2005/6 school year. A separate room is available for the Prefect. Non- residents will have the library and the dining hall available for non-class time activities.
A sports field is available and will be developed as rapidly as possible. A football pitch and other outdoor facilities have been provided.
A Cafeteria is available for student use. The SRC and the Dean of Students are recommend the type of catering desired by the students.
Students will be permitted to do their own cooking in a designated section of the dining hall. The times of usage are determined by the committee mentioned above.
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Services
Student Services Staff
Dean of Students:
Dean of Men :
Dean of Women:
S.R.C. President :
S.R.C. Vice President:
Girl’s S.P.:
Chaplain:
Assistant Chaplain:
Student Librarian:
Assistant Librarians:
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Counseling Difficult situations arise in everyone’s life. When they come your way, you may need to seek out wise counsel. While all faculty and staff are willing to help you with personal needs, your advisor is available specifically to assist you.
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Transcripts Requests for academic transcripts and records must be given in writing to the Academic Dean. Transcripts will be sent directly to the school or business you request. The first transcript sent is free, with the equivalent of a $10 charge for each one after that.
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Health Services
Illness/Accidents All illnesses and/or accidents should be reported to the S.R.C. President’s office. They can assist you with simple medication from the Student’s First Aid box. If you must see a doctor, a hospital form may be obtained from the Administration Office.
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First Aid The First Aid Officer appointed by the Students Office administers first aid upon request.
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Contagious Diseases Should you test positive for any contagious disease, you must notify the Dean of Students immediately. Your right to privacy will be respected, and only those needing to know will be notified. If your disease poses a clear and present danger to the campus family, the Faculty will decide whether you can remain a student at GCCS, and if so, under what conditions you may stay.
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Student Representative Council The Student Representative Council gives students a chance to be involved in the leadership of the college. It provides a forum for student needs and concerns.
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Other Activities of Students
Spiritual Development Because GCCS is above all a Christian College, the spiritual growth of students is our highest priority. Several regular opportunities are offered for your involvement and development.
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Worship
Personal Worship No program or group experience can substitute for your personal time with God. We encourage each student to spend daily time in prayer and scripture reading to build a strong relationship with the Father. The rest of the items discussed in this section end when you leave this campus. Your own face-to-face meetings with God lasts a lifetime.
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Chapel Chapel meets on Tuesdays and Fridays at 10.00 a.m. in the Chapel auditorium. This is the time when our entire campus family comes together for uplifting worship, and quality preaching. Chapel attendance is required for all students.
The Hymn books used in Chapel services are not to be taken from the Chapel except for Music class and the chapel song leading.
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Advisory Group Meetings In addition to large group celebration, every believer needs time in a small group for devotion, discussion, and accountability. Advisory Groups meet that need. Meeting every first Thursday of the month at 10.00 a.m. Groups are led by faculty. Attendance is required of all students.
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Morning and Evening Devotions There will be morning and evening devotions daily.
Morning devotions are from Tuesdays to Fridays, 6.05 - 6.15 a.m.
Evening devotions are from Tuesdays to Thursdays at 6.15 p.m.
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Church Attendance on The Lord's Day Church attendance and participation on the Lord's Day is expected of all students.
Students will be required to fill a Ministry Update Form periodically to check on their ministry involvement.
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Service One of the marks of Christian character is a desire and willingness to serve others. Because all students are uniquely gifted by God, a variety of service opportunities are available.
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Student Organizations Students are encouraged to participate in clubs and organizations to enhance their relational and leadership skills. A variety of interests and levels of involvement are represented in these organizations.
Student Choir and Music Club
Debate Club
Prison Visitation Group
Prayer Group
Evangelism Group
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Forming New Groups Students who want to form new groups or organizations must bring a written proposal to the Dean of Student’s office through the S.R.C.
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Scheduling Group Events All events and guest speakers must be approved and scheduled through the S.R.C. and Dean of Student’s office.
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Other Regulations For Students Registration New students are accepted into Ghana Christian College and Seminary every January and August. Enrolmentprocedures begin in February when each applicant is to fill out an application form and send it to the College along with the appropriate certificates. GCCS will require references from each reference named by the applicant to determine the applicant’s academic and moral fitness for study. Applicants who qualify will be invited to attend the entrance examinations and interviews, which are normally held at GCCS in April and November. A fee will be charged for the entrance examinations. Results of the examinations and interviews are given to each applicant after the interview. Students who are accepted will need to pay a deposit to hold their place if they are accepted into the College.
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Withdrawal Policy
Compulsory Withdrawal New students who do not report to school before the third week of the semester will be considered withdrawn from the varsity.
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Voluntary Withdrawal A student who voluntarily withdraws from the College will not have his fees refunded to him/her. In addition, he/she is to submit to the Administrative Office all loaner textbooks, library books and other College property in his/her possession before leaving the College campus.
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Orientation of Students An orientation exercise for all students is held in the beginning of each academic year. The exercise serves to introduce students to the use of facilities available to them during their studies. Such facilities include the Library, Sports and Recreation and, in general, matter affecting students’ academic and social life in the College.
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Attendance at Lectures and Examinations Everyone is to be in his/her place and ready to begin work at the appointed time. Continued lateness will be reflected in the student’s grade. Attendance at all class periods is required. Excessive absence from class will affect the student’s grades. Three weeks’ absence lowers a student’s grade by one letter. Any exemptions will only be at the discretion of the whole faculty.
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Channels of Communication All students must observe the channels of communication to have their academic and non-academic requests, notifications, and complaints resolved. No students or group of students shall deal directly with the President or Academic Dean without passing through the appropriate channels.
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Academic Matters President
Vice President
Academic Board
Academic Counsellors
Class Representatives
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Non-Academic Matters President
Vice President
Academic Board
Student Affairs Committee
Dean of Students
Dean of Men/ Women
SRC
Class Representatives
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Admissions to Halls of Residence Accommodation in the halls of residence shall not be automatic. All students admitted to the College shall be assigned to a hall of residence either as a residential or non-residential student.
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Arrangements At The End Of Semester During vacations students need permission from the Dean of Students to stay on Campus. When permission is granted, the student is expected to pay a weekly fee for staying on campus. Such students are expected to help keep the campus clean. During vacations all belongings must be packed into a box and placed in the designated room. Students owing fees will not be allowed in the hall of residence during the vacation.
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Arrangements For Final Departure From The College A student must obtain a clearance note duly endorsed by the College Librarian, Hall Overseer, Dean of Men, and the Business Office prior to departure from the College, either on completion of studies or for any other reason.
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