Department’s Examination Officer Urges Students to Adhere to Exam Regulations
By: Rose Adjei Asamaoh and Roselyn Tanowaa Tanor
The Department’s Exam Officer, Dr. Levina Nyameye Abunya, has advised students to strictly abide by examination protocols and regulations to avoid disciplinary sanctions.
She noted that some students appeared very anxious during exams and ended up engaging in examination malpractices and counselled against that.
Mid-semester examinations are set to commence on Monday, February 23, 2026, and will end on Friday, February 27, 2026.
“Examinations are meant to test the student’s understanding of the various courses being taught in class, and to help establish some standards, not to stress students. Students need to work within their strengths and avoid needless examination malpractices that may not even be helpful but rather harm their reputation and derail their academic journey,” she advised.
Dr. Abunya also reminded the students to arrive at the exam venue 30 minutes before the exam, to enter the exam hall with their student identification cards, and not to bring any foreign or prohibited materials, as that constitutes exam malpractice.
She also urged students to dress decently, as indecent dressing could result in expulsion from the examination hall. “No flip flops, slippers, indecently revealing dresses, and mobile phones in the examination hall,” she pointed out.
Meanwhile, some students of the Department have shared their preparation journey with the department.
“Midsem preparations have been steady and intentional. The main focus has been on going through my notes carefully and making sure I truly understand the key concepts discussed in class, rather than just memorizing them. I try to break my reading into smaller sections each day so, I can stay consistent and avoid feeling overwhelmed,” Precious Makafui Wudome, a first-year Linguistics student, disclosed.
Nathaniel Tetheh, a third-year BA Media and Communication Studies student, noted that, due to the academic demands of each program, he had organized his study materials and structured his revision schedule to ensure that no subject area is neglected. “My preparation has involved reviewing lecture slides, reading and understanding core concepts, and attempting to consolidate major theories under each course. So, I’m 60% ready, hoping that by the end of this week, I will be fully ready,” he stated.
A final-year French and Francophone Studies student, Barbara Appiah stated that she prioritises preparations for exams; “I am someone who believes preparations aren’t made in a day, so I make sure to go through whatever I am taught during the day. However, nervousness is something I must admit has set in, but I believe with the preparations I’ve already made, I can make it,” she indicated.
Ernest Ofosu, a first year French and Francophone Studies student also have this to say, “I am doing my best to approach the exams with seriousness and determination. I’m preparing by creating a structured study timetable and consistently reviewing my lecture notes. I’m also participating in group discussions to strengthen my understanding. Although I’m encountering minor challenges, the preparation process is improving my discipline and confidence,” he stated.
The Department of Language and Communication Sciences wishes all students the best of luck in their examination.