Author: The Standard Editor

In her early life, Christine Wanyana saw herself as a lawyer. However, all this was before she interacted with her Senior Four teacher of Biology, who saw her gifts with science. The

Creativity is an important aspect that cuts across almost all fields of work. There are creative writers, creative musicians, creative architects, and creative lawyers, but over the weekend, I had a chance to meet a creative artist.

“Seeing people with admirable smiles makes me smile,” said Andinda Jordan, a fresh graduate from the Uganda Christian University (UCU) School of Dentistry. That means for Andinda to keep smiling, he has to ensure people retain and obtain straight, white teeth that are evenly spaced and proportionate to the rest of the face.

Uganda Christian University (UCU) Alumni Eastern Chapter launched a project dubbed alumni villages. The alumni, led by Paulo Katto, the Eastern Representative on the Alumni Association Executive, spearheaded the mobilisation and purchase of over 3 hectares of land located in Bukomolo cell, Kadutumi county, and Katira subcounty in Buduka district.

The Uganda Christian University (UCU) School of Business has taken a bold step by inaugurating an international entrepreneurship camp aimed at cultivating a positive business mindset among its students. This comprehensive programme has been meticulously designed to equip participants with essential skills and the transformative outlook necessary for embarking on entrepreneurial ventures. The camp stands as a pivotal bridge, connecting the realms of creativity and pragmatic execution and fostering a holistic understanding of turning innovative ideas into tangible successes.

The Uganda Christian University (UCU) guild government has started a leadership program, seeking to train students in management skills. The program, dubbed “First Undergraduate Experience in Leadership (F.U.E.L.) Program,” has been implemented at the University of Notre Dame (Indiana), Fordham University (New York) and Ohio State University, among other higher education institutions. .

The School of Postgraduate Studies at Uganda Christian University (UCU) is preparing to create the prestigious Ankrah Centre as a tribute to the late Canon Kodwo Levy Esuman Ankrah’s lasting legacy. This centre reflects a commitment to academic achievement and cultural preservation, with the noble goal of commemorating his contributions and perpetuating his principles. Dr. Afia Zakiya’s prominent presence as a Fulbright scholar renowned for her extensive understanding of African history marks a new era of scholarly pursuits. Dr. Zakiya’s contribution, welcomed with wide arms by the UCU administration, promises to inject the Ankrah Centre with unprecedented insights, enriching the academic landscape and honouring the invaluable legacy of Canon Kodwo Levy Esuman Ankrah.

I listened to a lady’s account of being a single mother after her husband’s untimely death. Her story resonated with me, highlighting the profound impact of grief.

Should I get into a serious relationship now? Is it the right time to get married? How do I know if I have the right partner? How do I know if I am in a bad relationship? What about sex? How do I achieve academic excellence with all these pressures? How do I grow my career?

The outgoing Uganda Christian University (UCU) Media Link Association cabinet bid farewell to their duties, transferring the mantle to a new generation of leaders, filling the School of Journalism, Media and Communication (JMC) with mixed feelings. A sense of nostalgia and thankfulness pervaded the air as students, lecturers, and distinguished guests gathered to witness the historic change of power.