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.

Emmanuel Edonu has been voted as the 26th Guild Parliament Speaker of Uganda Christian University (UCU). In the 25th Guild Parliament, the latter also served as deputy speaker. Edonu’s fast climb to student leadership attests to the man’s political distinction.

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As a young boy, Julius Izza Tabi gave his parents the confidence that his career destination would be one in the field of sciences. As such, Tabi’s father — Izza Soyi Severino —  encouraged his son to pursue a course in human medicine. Just imagine what went through the mind of Severino when his son told him he was not interested in becoming a doctor.

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In a bid to enhance academic and research endeavours, Uganda Christian University (UCU) is actively exploring a collaboration opportunity with the Egypt Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST). The revelation came to light during a recent visit by a delegation from E-JUST, where Assoc. Prof. Elizabeth Kizito, the Director of Research, Innovation, and Partnerships, represented the UCU vice chancellor.

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In a resounding display of democratic fervour, the Uganda Christian University (UCU) main campus recently witnessed the swearing-in ceremony of its new Guild President, Agira Birungi. The event, held in the esteemed Nkoyoyo Hall, was marked by joyous celebrations, ululations, and thunderous applause from the gathered crowd.

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Picture this: You are a top contender for a political office. On voting day, after casting your ballot, what do you do with the rest of the hours to ease the tension as you wait to know the results? Harry Mukhooli recently found himself in such a situation. Mukhooli, the new Guild President of Uganda Christian University (UCU) Mbale campus in eastern Uganda, said he isolated himself from people the entire day as he waited for the results.

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When you sit down for a conversation with Caleb Ndishakiye, he does not need to mention his love for literature. His diction validates that. And if you sit with him for a longer time, you also will discover that he has a deep passion for communication, the pr

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In a closely contested battle for leadership at Uganda Christian University (UCU), Agira Birungi emerged victorious as the 26th Guild President. The third-year law student secured her win with a narrow margin, gathering a total of 1,131 votes, which accounted for 53% of the total votes cast. Birungi’s competitor, Emmanuel Gerald Abura, a second-year Social Works and Social Administration student, fell short with 1,026 votes. The intensity of the election highlighted the engagement and enthusiasm of the UCU student body in shaping the future leadership of their guild.

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