UPSA Faces Backlash for Preventing Students who Were 10 Minutes Late From Writing Exams

The University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), has come under intense scrutiny following reports that several students were prohibited from participating in exams due to being 10 minutes late to the examination hall. This decision has sparked widespread outrage among the student body and raised questions about the institution’s policies regarding exam attendance.

The incident, which has caused uproar among students and netizens, highlights the stringent regulations at UPSA regarding punctuality during examination sessions. Many affected students have expressed frustration and disappointment, arguing that being denied the opportunity to sit for an exam over a minor delay of 10 minutes is unjust and detrimental to their academic progress.

Furthermore, concerns have been raised about the toll this incident and the institution’s rigorous standards take on the mental and emotional well-being of UPSA students. The academic rigor coupled with inflexible policies is perceived as an immense challenge that demands high levels of emotional intelligence and resilience from the student body.

Amidst the escalating discontent, there are calls for the UPSA management board to reassess and reconsider their policies regarding exam attendance. Students, along with concerned stakeholders, advocate for a more compassionate and understanding approach that accommodates reasonable delays and avoids disproportionately punitive measures.

Efforts are being made to bring this matter to the attention of the Ghana Education Service (GES), seeking intervention and advocacy for fairer policies that uphold academic standards while considering the individual circumstances of students.