Nine years since it was established in 2014, the West Nile based Muni University has held yet another graduation where 260 students of (190) male and (70) female have graduated in different disciplines including Bachelors of information systems, Science in Information Technology, Bachelor of Nursing among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The colorful graduation ceremony took place at the University campus in Arua and was presided over by Vice President Jessica Alupo who represented President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before she read the President\u2019s remarks, a moment of silence was observed in honour of the late Prof Christine Dranzoa who was the founding Vice Chancellor of Muni University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In his remarks, the President Museveni congratulated Bishop Orombi, who replaced Rt. Hon. Eng. Dr. Eric Tiyo Sekebuga Adriko, whose term expired in August 2022. He called the moment of installation a \u201chistoric occasion\u201d and commended the stakeholders for maintaining stability when a dark cloud covered the University with Prof Christine\u2019s death, who he described as \u201ca dependable and selfless cadre that stood strong on the plight of the girl-child education and left many foot prints in Uganda\u2019s education sector\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The President also commended the staff on the resilience and hard work, that he said, had registered significant growth in the areas of teaching, learning, research and community engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The President recounted moments from six years ago, when in 2016, he presided over the commissioning ceremony and installation of the first Chancellor of this University. \u201cAt that time, the University had one (1) faculty offering four (4) academic programmes; it had not graduated any students and had only thirty two (32) academic staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Today, I am happy to note that the University has grown to six (6) faculties, fifteen (15) academic programmes, one hundred (100) faculty staff and has graduated a total of 379 graduates during the last six years\u201d, Museveni remarked. He further commended the University leadership on heeding his advice and guidance on the type of programmes the University would champion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI am happy to note that nine (9) new relevant programmes have been accredited by the National Council for Higher education (NCHE). The programmes are very exciting because they are strong science programmes. These academic programmes should not only train graduates but those whose innovations can support industrial growth, thereby creating jobs. I, therefore, salute the University upon this achievement\u201d, President Museveni added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Museveni said that over the years, the NRM Government has continously supported sciences because through scientific research, the country is able to generate innovations which support industrial growth.\u201dIndustries provide jobs and, therefore, the tax base of the country is widened, hence spurring socioeconomic transformation\u201d he said, as he congratulated Muni University for having curved a niche in techno-sciences which resonates very well with the government\u2019s effort in promoting science and technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The President thanked Ministry of Education and Sports, saying the Minister-Janet Museveni\u2019s stewardship had enabled our universities to move closer to their visions that are commendable for the growth and development of our country. The President also congratulated the University Council headed by Joel Aita and urged them to continue providing policy oversight to the University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He further congratulated the graduands and said government and indeed, parents would ask for accountability through their development, development of the communities and the country. \u201cAvoid reckless lifestyles and explore more opportunities for furthering your education so that with more advanced skills, you will be able to serve humanity better, use the entrepreneurial skills you have acquired to create jobs for yourselves and others\u201d, he counseled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The President referred to the fourth industrial revolution, which, he said, puts a responsibility on institutions such as Muni to play a key role in conducting relevant research and coming up with innovations that support industrial growth. \u201cThis spurrs transformation through the creation of more jobs\u201d, President Museveni added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
. \u201cAll of you have worked as a team together with Government from inception, up to the stage where we are now. But allow me single out Hon Fred Ombachi, former State Minister of finance for his role in providing resources for the establishment of the Universities like Muni, Soroti, Kabale, which were directives of the President\u201d, Alupo remarked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The VP also thanked Prof Tikodri for implementing the decision to realize that Science based programs are considered and achieved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In her speech read by Dr. Joyce Kaducu the Minister of State for Primary Education, the 1st Lady and Minister for Education Hon Janet Museveni said that the 5th graduation ceremony and the installation of the 2nd Chancellor was a blessing, describing Archibishop Luke Orombi as a \u201cdear friend and a servant of God\u201d. She Congratulated him saying this milestone was in service to the nation and added that the University Community would benefit from his humility and outstanding leadership skills. \u201cThere would be \u201cbetter and brighter days and years ahead\u201d, she remarked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The First Lady also took moments to remember the work of the founding Vice Chancellor Prof Christine, who she worked tirelessly to enable Government lay a foundation for this university. \u201cWe cant forget her excellent leadership and invaluable contribution to the education sector\u201d Mrs Museveni added, further urging the University to carry her legacy for the University to grow from strength to strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hon Janet Museveni thanked the University for providing demand driven courses for cadres who promote development and contribute to the transformation agenda. She encouraged the academic staff to continue undertaking research whose findings grow innovation that addresses societal challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLet the Impact of the University be felt in the region and beyond\u201d she added. The First lady mentioned that it was pleasing to see the fruits of the strategic investment made by Government from its own resources grow to bigger areas of focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
She counseled the graduands with a teaching from the book of Colossians 3: 23-24 _\u201dwhatever you do, do at it with all your heart\u2026it is the Lord Jesus you are serving\u201d_ Use the skills and knowledge acquired in faithful service to the lord, she said, challenging them them to uphold the professional values from the training. \u201cGo out and serve your country diligently \u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In her own brief remarks, Dr. Kaducu called upon parents and all stakeholders to support the feeding of children so as to keep them in school. The newly installed Chancellor Archbishop Bishop Emeritus Orombi thanked God for his protection and for enabling him to be a witness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He addressed the graduands, saying the academic gowns are a \u201ctestimony of your hard work, determination, focus, discipline and positive attitude to advance your understanding\u201d. He thanked President and Government of Uganda for the establishment of Muni University in the West Nile which he said, had already created a firm nuclear for social economic transformation in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He was grateful for his appointment as a second Chancellor of the University which he said, was a moment of trust and confidence in him. \u201cWith God, I will use my skills, knowledge and values for work towards what has been achieved and taking Muni University to another level.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Orombi said he found a warm and purposeful community full of positive energy ready to transform the lives of the a community and the whole of Ugandans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In trying to move the University forward, Orombi encouraged the Senate, council, staff and students to focus on areas that are of global concern such as health, ICTs and Science and Technology for National Development and strengthening Research. \u201cThe University needs to play its central role as an epicenter of knowledge\u201d, he remarked, further guiding on areas such as Mindset change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe skills and knowledge you are equipped with should make significant difference in your lives and enable you to change the lives of the people around you in a positive productive and fulfilling manner. I believe that an educated person is a change agent.
If the education you attained doesn’t influence the person next to you, go back to class\u201d, Orombi said, drawing cheers from the audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cYour education should enable you to understand the current global correctly. Use your education to make the correct decision. If in any doubt, Seek God\u201d, he added. He pledged the University\u2019s commitment in working with the Government to achieve the mission and visions set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Ag. Vice Chancellor- Prof. Simon Anguma Katrini congratulated the graduands and gave his commitment in driving the University forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Present at the ceremony were several Ministers-including Evelyne Anite-State for Investment and Privatisation, Grace Freedom-State Minister for Northern Uganda, Obiga Kania-State Minister for Housing and Urban development, Huda Olero-State Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs, several current and former Members of Parliament, Vice Chancellors from Sister Universities, Regional and local leaders, among others.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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