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This is the digital news site of the Uganda Christian University community newspaper, "The Standard". The Standard newspaper was established in May 2007 under, formerly Department, but now School of Journalism, Media & Communication.
“Engage in a simple conversation with Jesus. That’s where theology is. It’s not in what the book said,” the bishop told the congregation. He called on those in positions of spiritual leadership, particularly teachers of the Word, to emulate Christ’s humility and extend compassion to those in
The Bible provides a strong foundation for environmental stewardship. In Genesis 2:15, God commands humanity to “work and take care of” the Garden of Eden. This mandate underscores humanity’s responsibility to protect and nurture the earth. The concept of stewardship — caring for something that belongs to someone else — resonates deeply within Christian theology. The earth is seen as God’s creation, and humanity is tasked with its responsible management.
In 2021, during his first year at UCU, Tumusiime enrolled in a Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management programme. While many of his peers focused solely on their studies, Tumusiime identified a market opportunity that changed his trajectory. “I chose this fruit business because it doesn’t require a lot of startup capital,” he explained. “With fruits, you’re dealing with a product everyone needs because they are healthy and packed with vitamins.”
In recent years, environmental concerns have become a global priority, affecting communities, economies, and the future of humanity. While governments, scientists, and activists lead the charge in addressing climate change and environmental degradation, the role of faith-based organisations, particularly the church, is often overlooked. Yet, the church has a unique and powerful role to play in promoting environmental stewardship.
On January 3, 2012, Prof. Monica Chibita embarked on a transformative journey as she joined Uganda Christian University (UCU) after 17 years of service at Makerere University. At Makerere, she had climbed the academic ladder from lecturer to associate professor, taking on roles such as assistant coordinator, coordinator, and head of department.
Dear finalists, first off, I would like to welcome you all back from the festive season. Now is the time however, to put that enjoyment at the back of your minds and focus on your studies as this is your final chapter at campus. You can not let all the previous years’ hard work that you have achieved from your first semester of the first year go down the drain.
Drunk driving remains a pressing issue in Uganda, contributing to a significant number of road accidents and fatalities. According to the Uganda Police Force (UPF), the number of reported fatalities in the country increased by 6% from 4534 in 2022 to 4806 in 2023, over 3,500 road traffic accidents in the past year were linked to alcohol consumption, resulting in more than 800 deaths.
Indulge in the rich flavours of Uganda with this smoked fish in peanut sauce recipe, a comforting dish that blends the smoky taste of fish with the creamy decadence of groundnuts, all served over a bed of fluffy rice.
As health conditions increasingly dominate conversations at universities,according to experts, self-diagnosis and misinformation is on the rise, regarding a number of diseases, including ulcers. Dr. Geoffrey Mulindwa, the Director of Health Services at Allan Galpin Health Centre, Uganda Christian University (UCU), emphasizes that abdominal discomfort does not automatically mean
In today’s social media-driven world, social functions like bridal showers, picnics, staff parties, couple dates, marriage proposals and the like have been done in such a way that many young people find themselves spending way too much on them.