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Only seven (7) students achieved first class degrees, a performance Rev. Prof. Kitayimbwa said demonstrates a strong commitment to academic quality and rigor at UCU.
Using a descriptive phenomenological approach, Olimporera conducted in-depth interviews with nine mothers at a national referral hospital. What emerged were stories marked by shock, confusion, and fear.
In Uganda men have dominated the sports media landscape, representing approximately 75 to 85% of sports journalists, with women making up only 15 to 25%. Aheebwa highlights that sports journalism is “traditionally seen as a male domain” in Uganda, which has limited women’s entry and growth in this field. Female reporters often cover less prominent sports and have fewer opportunities to headline major events or gain editorial leadership roles.
The recent LDC graduates are part of a group of students that finished their final semester despite the hurdles provided by the COVID-19 pandemic. These graduates were the first to complete a one-of-a-kind take-home exam, which was followed by a virtual graduation ceremony. The School of Law’s dean applauded their fortitude and mentioned their recent graduation from the acclaimed Law Development Centre (LDC). UCU recorded 12 first-class out of the top 20 graduates from LDC.
Ugandan agronomist Rosemary Bulyaba is exploring how to find varieties of cowpea that are more resilient to adverse climatic conditions, can thrive in various soils types and environments, and whose leaves can be utilized as vegetables and are rich in vital nutrients such as iron and folate. Bulyaba is the dean of the Uganda Christian University (UCU) Faculty of Agriculture Sciences. However must also balance her research work with her role as a mother of two children, a 2-year-old boy and a 4-year-old girl.
Merick Wandera, a UCU Bachelor of Business Administration student interning with the Uganda Ministry of Finance Planning and Economic Development, is among students reaping the advantages of applying his education in the context of the work world. He also recently was named the best intern among
In the era of social media, conversations about DNA testing have become increasingly prevalent. Many men have been shocked to discover that their presumed biological children may not be their own.
As she waits to graduate, Doreen Mbabazi Naiga is already giving back to Uganda Christian University (UCU) through equipping the continuing students with what most call “soft” but nevertheless vital skills. Naiga, who will receive her Bachelor of Laws degree when she graduates in July, partnered with Solomon Esadu, also a student pursuing a Bachelor of Laws in his fourth year, to reinforce employability skills of communication, teamwork and more..
“We would like to see mindset change,” Kitaka said. “We would like to see these young people leaving the university and adding value to our country.”
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