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Mak Assures Media of Quality

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15 years ago

May 19, 2010

The key to laying a strong foundation for the prosperity of any organization lies in free interaction with all stakeholders so as to forge solid partnerships. However, this can only be achieved through an environment that favors this interpersonal communication and dialogue between the organization and its various stakeholders.

The key to laying a strong foundation for the prosperity of any organization lies in free interaction with all stakeholders so as to forge solid partnerships. However, this can only be achieved through an environment that favors this interpersonal communication and dialogue between the organization and its various stakeholders.

Makerere University had the opportunity to interpersonally relate with one of its major stakeholders – The Media, on 13th May, 2010 under the Quality Assurance Media Workshop. This activity comes as one of the many initiatives under the strategic plan that the university is embarking on to bring its stakeholders on board.

The Acting Vice Chancellor Venansius Baryarmureeba graced the occasion as the Guest of Honor. Following the recent celebrations of World Press Freedom day, the Vice Chancellor urged the media to use their freedom efficiently to report the truth, everyday! “As media persons, you should learn to collect news material efficiently and compile and disseminate it accurately. We want the alumni to contribute to Makerere and an interaction like this will help the media to report accurately about Makerere”. Prof. Baryarmureeba said.

The Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs Prof Lillian Tibatemwa-Ekirikubinza, who made a presentation on Quality Assurance at Makerere University, highlighted the quality assurance framework and policy that is guiding the services rendered at Makerere.
“Quality Assurance is the process of establishing and implementing mechanisms which ensure that outcomes of institutional activities are of a prescribed standard” she said.

Prof. Lillian helped explain that it is the quality improvement dimension rather than simple confirmation of meeting minimum standards that offer the greatest benefit to stakeholders. “The best programmes can be made better and continuous improvement is a distinguishing feature of renowned institutions of higher education” she further added.

The objective of the workshop was to give information on the quality of training and of the Support Services offered to Makerere students, as a confidence building measure for reassuring stakeholders. This initiative helped showcase Makerere as alive to the need for continuous improvement.

To further introduce the media representatives to the mechanisms which the university is implementing to ensure quality training and services, they also heard from other members of Makerere University Administration such as the Director, Quality Assurance Directorate Dr. Sam Luboga and the Academic Registrar, Mr. Alfred Namoah-Masikye, who talked about the support services that are ensuring quality.

Periodic evaluation/appraisal of teaching staff by students; evaluation/observation of teaching staff by peers; and instruction of academia in knowledge delivery (pedagogical training) were some examples services aimed at promotion of quality shared with the media representatives. These mechanisms have so far been piloted in some faculties such as Veterinary Medicine, Science and Computing and Informatics Technology to improve teaching applicability so as to upscale implementation.

Many challenges have been faced in piloting of the mechanisms especially with the enormity of the data collected. However, with the use of the Lactro Dara Machine, ease of reading of information captured from the evaluation of teaching staff by the students has been achieved.

With Quality Assurance in place, it is without a doubt that the university’s most important stakeholders – the students, will achieve quality education and ultimately experience effective and efficient services.

Downloads from the Workshop

Opening remarks by the Vice-Chancellor

Presentation by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs) on Quality Assurance

Strategies put in place to ensure improved Management of Academic Processes

Presentation on Evaluation of Teaching

Sample assessment form used by students during Evaluation of Teaching

How to access Students' results online .

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End of Semester Memo for Academic Year 2024/2025

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10 hours ago

May 8, 2025

Mark Wamai

Africa, one of three On-Campus Halls of Residence for ladies, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda.

All Resident Students

1. Congratulatory Message

On behalf of Makerere University Management, I congratulate and thank you for the successful completion of Semester Two: 2024/2025.

2.End of the Second Semester

The second Semester holiday break will begin on 17^th May, 2025 up to Saturday 9^th August, 2025.

3. Resident Students

All resident students are expected to vacate the Halls of Residence by mid-day on Saturday, 17^th May, 2025.

4. University Property

Please hand over all University property in your possession (such as: room keys, Sports & Games equipment, College property etc) before you leave the Hall of Residence.

5. Security of personal property

Please make sure that you carry with you all your property.

Dean of Students
Makerere University

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Inter-college Debate 2025 Seeks to Nurture Confident, Articulate, and Visionary Leaders

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2 days ago

May 6, 2025

Mak Editor

Winners of the Inter-college debates Daphine Kemigisha and Jibiril Ssekandi (School of Law) pose for a photo with debaters and the GRCs of the Debate Union. Organised by the Makerere Debating Union – a student-led initiative, the Inter-college Debate Tournament was held on 11th and 12th April 2025 with a vision to leave no student behind by nurturing a community of confident, articulate, and visionary leaders who will drive positive change in society. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Organised by the Makerere Debating Union – a student-led initiative, the Inter-college Debate Tournament was held on 11^th and 12^th April 2025 with a vision to leave no student behind by nurturing a community of confident, articulate, and visionary leaders who will drive positive change in society. The tournament was held in three preliminary rounds, followed by semi-finals and a grand finale.

The first round covered democracy and youth participation in politics, while the second round covered inequality and wealth distribution, and the third, the ban on export of raw materials. The semi-final round debated apprenticeship for blue-collar jobs, while the grand finale debated national budget allocations for healthcare and education. In the spirit of inclusivity, all colleges, including the Jinja Campus participated in the tournament.

One of the preliminary rounds in session at Lumumba Hall. Organised by the Makerere Debating Union – a student-led initiative, the Inter-college Debate Tournament was held on 11th and 12th April 2025 with a vision to leave no student behind by nurturing a community of confident, articulate, and visionary leaders who will drive positive change in society. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***One of the preliminary rounds in session at Lumumba Hall.***

Commenting on the choice of topics, the organisers noted Makerere University as a bastion of academic excellence has a profound responsibility to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will shape the future of our nation. These leaders, they added, ought to be equipped with 21^st century skills of self-expression, critical thinking, and problem-solving so as to navigate the complexities of an ever-evolving world.

On the whole, Makerere Inter-college Debates were conceived as a strategic initiative to foster a culture of intellectual curiosity, creativity, and innovation. The Debating Union aims to empower the future leaders by providing a platform for students to engage in respectful discourse, articulate their thoughts, as well as develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Daphine Kemigisha submitting at the debate grand finale. Organised by the Makerere Debating Union – a student-led initiative, the Inter-college Debate Tournament was held on 11th and 12th April 2025 with a vision to leave no student behind by nurturing a community of confident, articulate, and visionary leaders who will drive positive change in society. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***Daphine Kemigisha submitting at the debate grand finale.***

Furthermore, the Debates serve as a platform for not only honing the intellectual prowess of students but also cultivating leadership skills, teamwork, and communication abilities that are essential for success in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. It is envisaged that this initiative will have a lasting impact on the lives of students, by exposing them to debates on topical issues that can shape the mindsets of transformative leaders our nation needs.

After a thrilling two days of debate, Daphine Kemigisha and Jibril Ssekandi from the School of Law (SoL) emerged as winners of the Makerere University Inter-college Debate Tournament 2025, while Olara Emmanuel George from the College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and Biosecurity (CoVAB) was the Public Speech Champion, and Namujuzi Martha Mociita from the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) was the Poetry Champion.

Debate Winners; Daphine Kemigisha (Right) and Jibril Sekandi (Left) from the School of Law (SoL). Organised by the Makerere Debating Union – a student-led initiative, the Inter-college Debate Tournament was held on 11th and 12th April 2025 with a vision to leave no student behind by nurturing a community of confident, articulate, and visionary leaders who will drive positive change in society. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa. — ***Debate Winners; Daphine Kemigisha (Right) and Jibril Sekandi (Left) from the School of Law (SoL).***

The 2025 Tournament was organized by Mayanja Owen and Nkalubo Oprah – 91^st Guild Representative Councils (GRCs) of the Debate Union, Akatwijuka Arthur – Chairperson Debate Union, and Debate Union Representatives from colleges. The Uganda National NGO Forum (UNNGOF) partnered with the Debate Union to deliver the 2025 edition.

Addressing students at the award ceremony, UNNGOF’s Mr. Derrick Baluuku encouraged the youth to step out of their comfort zones and think of solutions to inspire change in their communities.

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Accommodation during the Recess Term: 2024/2025

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3 days ago

May 5, 2025

Mak Editor

A section of the renovated Lumumba Hall. Date taken: 26th July 2024. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

All Students
Makerere University

This is to inform you that the Recess Term for this Academic Year 2024/2025 will commence from 17^th May to 26^th July, 2025 and the following accommodation arrangements have been made for you.

Male students from Livingstone Hall shall be accommodated at Mitchell Hall, while students from Nkrumah and Nsibirwa Halls of Residence shall be accommodated at University Hall.
Female students shall be accommodated at Lumumba Hall.
Students from the College of Health Sciences who were allocated accommodation space for the Academic Year 2025/2026 at Galloway House are expected to take it up at the
start of recess while those from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences with recess at Kabanyolo Agricultural site shall be accommodated at Kabanyolo Hostel.
Private students who would like to reside in Halls of Residence are required to pay a fee
of UGX176,500/=(one hundred seventy six thousand, five hundred shillings only) using a PRN to the bank for the ten-week duration upon confirming availability of space for accommodation.

By copy of this letter, all Wardens are requested to make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth transition.

Rodney Rugyema (PhD)
AG. DEAN OF STUDENTS

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