The Standard - UCU

30/07/2025

Research from the University of Toronto shows that most respondents find ChatGPT to be more compassionate than humans in similar situations.

Research from the University of Toronto shows that most respondents find ChatGPT to be more compassionate than humans in similar situations.

29/07/2025

Fashion is a statement that not many people are bold enough to make. Just like the famous Coco Chanel once said - ‘I don’t do fashion. I am fashion.” Today, we speak with Jonathan Edgar Kasule, a Bachelor of Data Science student in his second year, about his fashion that he calls cool and modern.

Fashion is a statement that not many people are bold enough to make. Just like the famous Coco Chanel once said – ‘I don’t do fashion. I am fashion.” Today, we speak with Jonathan Edgar Kasul…

28/07/2025

“I had to sit home between October to January,” Guma recalls. “It was a time to reflect but also survive. You start thinking beyond just your papers. How do I get food? How do I stay sane?” https://standard.ucu.ac.ug/a-former-students-journey-through-uncertainty-and-hope/

25/07/2025

After finishing her studies at the university in 2014, Namulwana faced the same challenge many graduates face, finding a job in her field. “I applied to many organisations, but I was never shortlisted,” she says. Eventually, she gave up and focused on being a wife and mother.

Namulwana was born and raised in Mukono, and studied at Seeta Parents Primary School, where she got four aggregates in her Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE).

24/07/2025

According to Mrs. Rebecca Kangabe, UCU’s Director of ICT Services, the university is investing in cutting-edge digital systems like Alpha MIS, Moodle, and eChagua to foster collaboration, productivity, and secure access.

According to Mrs. Rebecca Kangabe, UCU’s Director of ICT Services, the university is investing in cutting-edge digital systems like Alpha MIS, Moodle, and eChagua to foster collaboration, productiv…

24/07/2025

“I felt an overwhelming sense of pride and excitement,” she says, recalling graduation day. “Wearing the new gown, hearing my name called, my family cheering—it was like a dream come true,” she adds

“I felt an overwhelming sense of pride and excitement,” she says, recalling graduation day. “Wearing the new gown, hearing my name called, my family cheering—it was like a dream come true,” she ad…

23/07/2025

For Rev. Canon Paul Wasswa Ssembiro, chaplain of Uganda Christian University (UCU), it was a moment of joy and pride as he translated the sermon which Bishop Henry Luke Orombi, the former Archbishop of the Church of Uganda gave, at the event at the Anglican Shrine.

For Rev. Canon Paul Wasswa Ssembiro, chaplain of Uganda Christian University (UCU), it was a moment of joy and pride as he translated the sermon which Bishop Henry Luke Orombi, the former Archbisho…

22/07/2025

“You’d be surprised how many students are hooked,” one student says, pulling back the curtain on a hidden crisis. “They can’t pay rent, but they’re high every day.”

“You’d be surprised how many students are hooked,” one student says, pulling back the curtain on a hidden crisis. “They can’t pay rent, but they’re high every day.”

21/07/2025

Gas is a natural byproduct of digestion, but too much intestinal gas means your digestion is gone awry. While you can ingest gasses by swallowing air or drinking carbonated beverages, these gases mostly escape through belching before they reach your intestines. Gases in your intestines are mostly produced by gut bacteria digesting carbohydrates, in a process called fermentation.

Gas is a natural byproduct of digestion, but too much intestinal gas means your digestion is gone awry. While you can ingest gasses by swallowing air or drinking carbonated beverages, these gases m…

21/07/2025

Biogas technology, derived from organic materials like agricultural residues and organic waste, is a vital renewable energy source in the global pursuit of sustainability. It supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 13 (Climate Action), by reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, enhancing energy access, and promoting circular economies. The biogas demonstration plant at Uganda Christian University (UCU) exemplifies how localised efforts can advance these goals, encouraging community engagement and amplifying global impact.

Biogas technology, derived from organic materials like agricultural residues and organic waste, is a vital renewable energy source in the global pursuit of sustainability. It supports the United Na…

18/07/2025

Students must also be aware of financial traps, which range from mobile loans to "buy now, pay later" schemes. A student who understands how money works can anticipate these pitfalls and take the safer and better route.

Students must also be aware of financial traps, which range from mobile loans to “buy now, pay later” schemes. A student who understands how money works can anticipate these pitfalls an…

16/07/2025

Even with its strengths, traditional parenting can sometimes feel too strict for children today. Too many rules may limit children's ability to express themselves, and they might find it hard to openly share their feelings. Additionally, some traditional ideas may seem outdated and not fit well in today’s fast-changing world. https://standard.ucu.ac.ug/balancing-tradition-and-technology-in-raising-children/