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Vice Chancellor of Uganda Christian University, Prof. Aaron Mushengyezi, held a luncheon and recognition ceremony for students who took part in the Association of Uganda University Sports games and the National Council for Higher Education exhibition. standard.ucu.ac.ug/vc-treats-ucu-…

“If you cannot avoid relationships and find yourself in one, let some of your friends know about it. It is a safety precaution for accountability, but abstain from sexual engagements,” the director of Academics cautioned new students standard.ucu.ac.ug/ucu-freshers-u…

'Foreign aid teaches you how to consume sugar, but it doesn't teach you how to produce it, so if you need sugar, you have to go to someone who knows how to make it,' participants noted. standard.ucu.ac.ug/no-free-lunch-…

“An applicant nominated by the President but rejected (vetted out) by Parliament, holds no legal right to the office, as approval by Parliament is a mandatory constitutional step.” standard.ucu.ac.ug/students-tribu…

School of Social Sciences at UCU is set to hold a public lecture on donor-funded governance as part of an assessment for the students pursuing a Master of Governance and International Relations. standard.ucu.ac.ug/is-donor-money…

News of the passing of Bridget Akiriza, a student at UCU has shocked friends and course mates at the university. Akiriza who was pursuing a Bachelor of Laws was set to start her fourth year in the semester beginning in May. standard.ucu.ac.ug/ucu-student-su…

Final-year art students showcased their artistic talent and professional readiness during the four-day exhibition that happened from 30th March to 2nd April 2026 in Uganda Christian University’s department of visual arts and design. standard.ucu.ac.ug/art-students-s…

Uganda Christian University (UCU) has once again emerged as the overall winner of the 16th National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) Exhibition held at Gulu University. standard.ucu.ac.ug/its-ucu-again/

UCU Cardinals signed off their 2025–26 Pepsi University Football League (UFL) campaign with a 2–1 victory over Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) at the UCU Main Pitch. standard.ucu.ac.ug/ucu-cardinals-…

When Samantha Mwesigye took over power and became the 27th Guild President of the Uganda Christian University (UCU) Guild Government, she laid out a four-point manifesto targeting accountability, student life, tuition and security.  standard.ucu.ac.ug/how-the-27th-g…

A defining moment for @UCUniversity Today, final-year students from the Department of Computing & Technology are defending their capstone projects through poster presentations and the technical depth on display is remarkable! We’re not just seeing basic applications. Across Computer Science, Data Science & Analytics, and Information Technology, students are architecting real-world, production-ready solutions, including: 🧠 Predictive ML models and AI-driven automation 🤖 IoT integrations and robotics systems 📊 Scalable data pipelines handling complex datasets This is where theory meets production. Our students aren’t just writing code, they’re optimizing algorithms, defending system architectures before expert panels, and demonstrating solutions built to scale and solve real local challenges. Today, we celebrate robust codebases, analytical thinking, resilience, and the next generation of tech leaders shaping Uganda’s digital future. Ready to be part of this journey? Apply now: application@ucu.ac.ug @ucufedt @UCU_EngEnvt @ucubussociety @theucuguild @ucu_csea @UCUBishopBarham @UcuStandard @Prof_Kitayimbwa @ChurchofUganda_ @nbstv @Ucu_CRA @UcuKampala @ken_musasizi @detrickemma @innovationhubug @UIRI_UG #ComputerScience #DataScience #IT #AI

Professor James Njiru, Executive Director of the African Institute for Capacity Development, called for stronger university-community partnerships to turn research into practical solutions that improve livelihoods across East Africa. standard.ucu.ac.ug/vcs-encourage-…

Attendance is visible, but preparation is not. Lecturers see who shows up, but they do not see who revised beforehand, who skimmed notes at midnight, or who ignored the course outline entirely. standard.ucu.ac.ug/what-you-do-wh…

At our age, life shifts from dependence to responsibility. Starting Solomon’s Impeccable Looks gave me financial independence, created jobs, and built a platform for social impact. standard.ucu.ac.ug/designing-suit…

We took office in November 2024 with four priorities: tuition, student life, security, and accountability. By January 2025, after appointing ministers and office bearers, we worked as one team with a clear goal to deliver strong results. standard.ucu.ac.ug/reflecting-on-…

Yesterday, students from the Department of Computing & Technology at Uganda Christian University took their workshop practice to @OurLadyOfAfrica turning knowledge into real impact beyond the classroom. The team worked hands-on to carry out PC repair and maintenance, printer servicing, troubleshooting, and server maintenance & upgrades, helping to improve and support the school’s ICT systems. Experiences like these equip our students with practical skills while fostering a spirit of service and innovation within the community. See how we’re making a difference: cse-ucu.com @ucufedt @UcuStandard @honourscollege1 @Prof_Kitayimbwa @ndibatya @UCU_EngEnvt @Ucu_CRA @ucueas @theucuguild @UCUniversity @UCUjourncom #WorkshopPractice2026 #CommunityImpact

Uganda Christian University celebrated the final day of the three-day Coffee and Paint tuition fundraiser, held at the Main Campus basketball court on Friday, 13th March. standard.ucu.ac.ug/ucu-community-…

Many universities now run initiatives that equip learners with practical skills. At UCU, the university newspaper, The Standard, helps journalism and communication students build skills in writing, photography, and newspaper production. standard.ucu.ac.ug/why-id-still-p…

Are you looking for a complete education that forms a complete person? Our doors are wide open, your chance is right here. Join the @UCUniversity SJMC today Applications open → application.ucu.ac.ug/apex/f?p=27022…::::: #Apply2UCU

President of the Uganda Medical Association, Assoc Prof. Frank Asiimwe, has praised the growth of medical schools in Uganda while at the Federation of Uganda Medical Students Association (FUMSA) Medical Quiz competitions held in UCU, Mukono. standard.ucu.ac.ug/uma-president-…