JCRC
THE CONSTITUTION OF OGUAA HALL JUNIOR COMMON ROOM COMMITTEE (JCRC)
PREAMBLE
In the name of the ALMIGHTY GOD, we the members of Oguaa Hall JCRC, the **Premier Hall** of the University of Cape Coast;
IN EXERCISING our natural and inalienable right to establish a framework of **good governance**, and secure for ourselves and for posterity the **blessings of Liberty, Equality**;
IN THE SPIRIT of **unity, friendship, and peace** among all members of the Hall; and with all students of the **University of Cape Coast**, and other sister universities;
AND IN SOLEMN declaration and affirmation of our sincere commitment to the **Principles of probity, accountability, transparency, justice, rule of law, and respect for Fundamental Human Rights** of members of our Hall.
DO HEREBY ADOPT, ENACT, AND GIVE TO OURSELVES THIS CONSTITUTION
The following comprises of the 2024/2025 JCRC Executives
OTHER WINGS
Oguaa Hall Sports & Competitions
Oguaa Hall has joined forces so that all Halls of Residence, staff, and the general students will benefit from a more cohesive, effective, and user-friendly approach to sport. The Hall’s sports initiatives create a platform for identifying potential and talented affiliate athletes to represent the Hall in University, National, and International competitions. It also serves as an avenue for socialization and a learning ground for sportsmanship.
University Sporting Events
- Fresher’s Games
- Inter-Hall Games
- Championship Club Games
- Hall Week Games
- SRC Games
- Ghana Universities Sports Association (GUSA)
The Hall’s Sport Mission
The collaboration between the Hall Management, JCRC, and all students is designed to increase opportunities for everyone to engage in sport at their preferred level. The Hall Sports Program offers affiliates the chance to experience sports they would not normally play, in venues they would not normally have access to, under the guidance of a qualified JCRC Sports Chairman.
Oguaa Hall Sports Disciplines
- Athletics (Male & Female)
- Basketball (Male & Female)
- Badminton (Male & Female)
- Football (Male & Female)
- Handball (Male & Female)
- Hockey (Male & Female)
- Table Tennis (Male & Female)
- Volleyball (Male & Female)
- Tennis (Male & Female)
Oguaa Aluta Square
The Hall’s official sports ground, where students train, compete, and showcase their athletic abilities.
The Hall’s Position in University Games
ANNUAL PROGRAMMES MARKED BY THE HALL
- OGUAA HALL WEEK CELEBRATION
This is annual celebration by Hall Council & Management, JCRC and entire students’ affiliates to mark the number of years and the Hall’s activities. This gargantuan annual event usually takes stage in the month of March in the second semester from Wednesday and ends on Sunday. Areas of activities include Education, Entertainment, Sports, and Socialization among others. Every year, a Hall Week planning Committee is set up by the JCRC to draw a detailed program to commemorate the week-long celebration.
Some Suggested Programmes
| Date | Programme | Time | Dress Code | Venue |
| Monday | Morning Worship | 4:30am-6:00am | OGUAA goes Green & Yellow | Aluta Square |
| Koko for all (Ladies/ Gents tables) | 6:30am-8:30am | |||
| Gaming Competition | 3:00pm-6:00pm | |||
| Bonfire Night | 6:00pm-10:00pm | Oguaa Forecourt | ||
| Tuesday | Indoor Games & Talentd expo | Whole day | Rep your Jersey | Oguaa Forecourt |
| KNH Strongest | 2:00pm-5:00pm | Aluta Square | ||
| Gaming Competition Finals (FIFA King) | 6:00pm-10:00pm | Aluta Square | ||
| Wednesday | Health Screening | 8:00am-12:pm | Casual | Infirmary & JCR |
| Aponkye Cup Finals | 2:00pm-5:00pm | Aluta Square | ||
| Karaoke & Date Rush | 6:00pm-10:00pm | Aluta Square | ||
| Thursday | Rep your School | Whole day | School Uniform & Old School | Aluta Square |
| Cooking Competition | 12:00pm-3:00pm | Aluta Square | ||
| Eating Competition | 5:00pm-7:00pm | |||
| Rep your School | 8:00pm-100:00pm | Oguaa Forecourt | ||
| Friday | Excellence Summit | 8:00am-12:00pm | African Print | JCR |
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Alhaji & Hajia (Islamic Session) |
3:00pm-6:00pm | Jellabiya & Mayafi | JCR | |
| Valentino Parte | 6:00pm-10:00pm | Touch (Red or White) | JCR | |
| Saturday | Alumni Breakfast Meetng | 7:00am-8:00am | Hall Cloth/ African Print | Conference Room |
| Grand Durbar | 8:30am-12:00pm | |||
| Volleyball & Soccer Match; Alumni vrs Hall Executives | 2:00pm-3:30pm | Casual | Aluta Square | |
| Fun Night | 7:00pm-10:00pm | Aluta Square | ||
| Sunday | In- Hall Joint Service | 7:00am-9:30am | African Wear | Aluta Square |
| Fufu Festival | 9:30am-5:00pm | Aluta Square | ||
| Gospel Musical Concert | 6:00pm-10:00pm | Oguaa Forecourt |
2. THE DIASPORA HOME COMING CELEBRATION
Diaspora Home Coming Celebration is annual programme organized by Hall Council and Management in collaboration with the JCRC for all Non- Residents Affiliates of the Hall. This well patronized celebration by all continuing students affiliated to the Premier Hall, was initiated due to the University policy In-out-out-out.
- This annual programme always aimed at building strong Diaspora relation and coordination with a sense of belongingness and responsibility in building our noble Hall as the best outstanding Hall in Africa.
The main objectives include:
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To Have interaction with those in the Diaspora
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To make them have a sense of belonging
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Get them closer to the Hall Management
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To give them a platform to channel all welfare issues to the Hall Council and Management
3. ALUMNI HOME COMING
The Executives of the Alumni Association every year organises home coming and breakfast meeting during hall week celebration. This annual program is met to bring all alumni across the country and beyond to participate in the hall’s activities and provide mentorship for affiliates who are still on campus. The meeting creates the opportunity for management, staff and students to deliberate on way forward for the building of the hall to higher height.
4. OGUAA PARADE
The JCRC in collaboration with the management of the hall to embark on this annual parade in honour of...
The celebration is usually led by the hall’s cadet and the regimental band.