King Ceasor University in Kampala, Uganda, has received high praise from the Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Museveni, for its dedication to excellence in education, particularly in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
At the university’s recent graduation ceremony, the First Lady commended the 240 graduates from 11 countries, including Uganda, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Sudan, Somalia, Tanzania, Zanzibar, and others. She highlighted the global presence of King Ceasor University as a testament to the quality higher education that Uganda offers.
The Minister specifically lauded the School of Medicine, Health, and Life Sciences for producing 102 medicine graduates and emphasized the importance of research, innovation, and publications in universities. She encouraged the graduates to apply their knowledge to make a difference in their lives and communities, stressing the values of honesty, team spirit, commitment, and patriotism.
Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa, the Chairman Board of Trustees of King Ceasor University, commended the institution for its commitment to quality and relevance, noting the significant financial investment made by the university and its positive impact on employment opportunities in the country.
HE HM King Ceasor Mulenga T.G, the Chancellor of King Ceasor University, urged the graduates to embrace hard work, dedication, and innovation, challenging them to think outside the box and create their own innovative solutions to real-world problems. He emphasized the importance of technology and innovation in today’s world and encouraged the graduates to make a positive impact in their communities.
Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, the chairperson of the university council, highlighted King Ceasor University’s focus on key areas such as medicine, health and life sciences, engineering, and technology programs. He announced the expansion of offerings to include master’s degrees, PhDs, and other postgraduate qualifications, as well as new programs in obstetrics and gynecology, internal medicine, surgery, and pediatrics.
The Vice Chancellor, Dr. Charity Mulenga, celebrated the university’s achievement in gaining accreditation for all its academic programs from the National Council for Higher Education, attributing it to the dedication and hard work of the management, staff, and students. She encouraged the graduates to go forth with courage and confidence, ready to make a positive impact on the world around them.
Overall, King Ceasor University’s commitment to excellence in education and its emphasis on research, innovation, and technology development are setting it on a path to becoming a center of excellence in higher education.