Author: The Standard Editor
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.
“We encourage students and staff to use insecticide-treated mosquito nets, apply mosquito repellents, wear long-sleeved clothing to prevent mosquito bites, and ensure proper sanitation to eliminate breeding grounds for mosquitoes,”
The newly appointed professor says that as an academic who does a lot of work in media development, a lot of her research energy is going towards understanding the media challenges such as regulation issues, changing media, content, and audiences.
Uganda Christian University’s (UCU) Emily Comfort Maractho was promoted to Associate Professor in Media Studies in May 2024, six years after becoming a senior lecturer. She views this as an acknowledgment of her achievements in the fields of media, communication, and development.
My first encounter with real, emotional pain was on the day my dad called me and my brothers together to tell us our mum was going to a private mental health hospital in Sydney to get better. Very simply put, Mum battled with feelings of depression.
The FUBA National Basketball League has released the fixtures for the 2024 playoffs, setting the stage for the battle to crown this year’s champions.
“As an international student from Somalia, I used to struggle to write essays and tasks. The Writing Center has helped me develop my skills in essay writing, research methodologies, and dissertations. They offered individual feedback on my work, including advice on proper formatting and directions. Weekly lessons aimed to improve my grammar and fluency, which greatly
Professor Angella Napakol, the newly appointed Director of Academic Affairs at Uganda Christian University (UCU), has taken on a pivotal role with a clear mission – to uphold and enhance the quality of academic services at the institution. Known for her unwavering dedication to
Uganda Christian University (UCU) has a longstanding commitment to improving student writing skills, a crucial part of the university’s academic fabric. This commitment is embodied in the UCU Writing Center, which, since its inception in 2022, has played a pivotal role in
Accommodation is one of the basic components in a student’s academic journey. Over the years the Uganda Christian University (UCU), accommodation industry has transformed. The once small number of hostels has expanded into a booming and
Managing weight is crucial to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and avoiding the complications associated with being overweight or obese. Keeping an eye on our weight involves monitoring our Body Mass Index (BMI), a simple index of weight for height that indicates whether we are overweight or managing our weight effectively.
