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June 2010

28th June 2010: MUSPH Communications Strategy Launch
The Vice Chancellor presided over the Launch of the Makerere University School of Public Health Communications strategy launch. The strategy is aimed at improving on the School’s stakeholder engagement and awareness of public health policy and practice.

25th June 2010: Luganda Conference

This conference held at Makerere University was aimed at showcasing research conducted on Luganda as a language as well as providing a platform for debate on how to boost it to a higher level.

21st June 2010: Meeting with Delegation from the University of Georgia

A team from the University of Georgia, USA visited Makerere University to discuss the possibility of broadening the already existing collaboration with the School of Public Health to other Faculties and Departments in Makerere University. Led by Vice President for the Research Association, Prof. David Lee, the team explained that in so doing, they aim at improving the society at large rather than just the university itself

18th June 2010: Techzine Magazine and Website Launch

The Vice Chancellor was the Chief Guest at the launch of the Techzine Magazine and Website. Techzine was established in 2009 with the aim of filling the gap between ICT service suppliers/providers and the user groups through the provision of information and a platform for dialogue and networking.

17th – 18th June 2010: 11th Scientific Conference

The Uganda Society for Health Scientists (USHS) organized the 11th Annual Scientific conference under the theme “Optimizing Care and Treatment Settings for research”. USHS has a mission to advance knowledge and seek scientific discoveries that will lead to the improved health of Ugandans. Prof. Ikoja-Odongo represented the Vice-Chancllor as the Guest of Honour.

16th June 2010: Makerere – KUC MoU signing

Makerere University and the Kenya Utalii College (KUC) signed the Memorandum of Understanding to foster partnerhip in the fields of tourism, hospitality and hotel management. The University Secretary, Mr. Kahundha Muhwezi, Prof. Lillian Tibatemwa-Ekirikubinza – DVC-AA as well as KUC Principal Dr. Kenneth Ombongi signed the MoU. The move will support the Department of Geography towards an understanding that will enable the Bachelor of Tourism Management secure UNWTO TEDQUAL Certification.

14th June 2010: Management tour of the Faculty of Agriculture

The University Management paid a visit to the Faculty of Agriculture, including the Department of Food Science and Technology and Kabanyolo campus-Makerere University Agricultural Research Institute Kabanyolo (MUARIK), This was part of the Faculty’s initiative to reposition itself as a vital contributor to the University’s vision.

10th June 2010: Launch of the Master in Arts in Gender-Aware Economics

This new programme was launched by the Faculty of Economics and Management in conjunction with the UNDP. It is aimed at arming policy makers and planners with knowledge and tools to apply gender consideration in economic analysis and policymaking. Dr. Gabriel Opio, Minister of Gender Labour & Social Development and the UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative, Mr. Theophane Nikyema presided over the ceremony.

8th June 2010: Meeting with DBSA-DF team

A team from the Development Bank of South Africa met with the Vice-Chancellor to finalize all matters relating to the Masters in Infrastructure Management as well as the signed MoU between DBSA and Makerere. The meeting was also attended by Prof. Kansiime and Prof. Ddumba.

8th June 2010: Kennesaw State University (KSU) delegation visit

A team from the KSU met with the Vice-Chancellor to discuss terms of an MoU signed, for the purpose of aiding Academic Exchanges in the humanities between the two institutions.

7th June 2010: Drake University delegation visit

Prof. Baryamureeba together with Prof. Joseph Y.T. Mugisha and Dr. A. B. Rukooko welcomed the Drake University delegation led by the Provost Mr. Michael J. Renner and held cordial discussions. The visit was an expression of interest by Drake University to partner with Makerere University so as to produce students responsive to global needs.

7th June 2010: 6th Vice Chancellors Media briefing

The 6th monthly media briefing featured the Faculty of Forestry and Nature Conservation and the Margaret Trowell Scholl of Industrial & Fine Arts. The Vice Chancellor made presentations on the programmes being run at the Makerere University Jinja Campus, and the announcement for the first intake of the Makerere University Fort Portal Campus starting August 2010 and the courses to be run. He also talked about the plan to enhance secondary education in Kabarole and surrounding districts through supplementary teaching by Fort Portal Campus students. The Vice Chancellor further clarified that apart from the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Business Administration, all other MUBS programmes had not been affected by the restructuring process, and the closure of the Undergraduate applications process as of 7th June 2010. He also commended the Government interventions through funding to Faculties, and all public universities courtesy of African Development Bank grant (code-named ADB-V) aimed at institutional building.

4th June 2010: Launch of the Makerere Fact book

“FACTS ABOUT MAKERERE UNIVERSITY” the Makerere University fact book, was launched after over 15 years at an event hosted by the Planning and Development Department and presided over by the DVC-AA Prof. Lillian Tibatemwa-Ekirikubinza. The fact book is aimed at providing historical data about Makerere University to support decision making, and will be used for strategic and operational planning by the different units of the University.

2nd June 2010: iLABS@MAK project end of year workshop

iLabs@MAK is a Faculty of Technology based Research Project that is carried out in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Obafemi Awolowolo University (OAU) and the University of Dar-es-salaam. The workshop saw the handover of power to the new team of student developers, in the fields of Digital Signal Processing, Control Systems, Embedded Systems and Fiber Optics.

 

June 2010

28th June 2010: MUSPH Communications Strategy Launch
The Vice Chancellor presided over the Launch of the Makerere University School of Public Health Communications strategy launch. The strategy is aimed at improving on the School’s stakeholder engagement and awareness of public health policy and practice.

25th June 2010: Luganda Conference

This conference held at Makerere University was aimed at showcasing research conducted on Luganda as a language as well as providing a platform for debate on how to boost it to a higher level.

21st June 2010: Meeting with Delegation from the University of Georgia

A team from the University of Georgia, USA visited Makerere University to discuss the possibility of broadening the already existing collaboration with the School of Public Health to other Faculties and Departments in Makerere University. Led by Vice President for the Research Association, Prof. David Lee, the team explained that in so doing, they aim at improving the society at large rather than just the university itself

18th June 2010: Techzine Magazine and Website Launch

The Vice Chancellor was the Chief Guest at the launch of the Techzine Magazine and Website. Techzine was established in 2009 with the aim of filling the gap between ICT service suppliers/providers and the user groups through the provision of information and a platform for dialogue and networking.

17th – 18th June 2010: 11th Scientific Conference

The Uganda Society for Health Scientists (USHS) organized the 11th Annual Scientific conference under the theme “Optimizing Care and Treatment Settings for research”. USHS has a mission to advance knowledge and seek scientific discoveries that will lead to the improved health of Ugandans. Prof. Ikoja-Odongo represented the Vice-Chancllor as the Guest of Honour.

16th June 2010: Makerere – KUC MoU signing

Makerere University and the Kenya Utalii College (KUC) signed the Memorandum of Understanding to foster partnerhip in the fields of tourism, hospitality and hotel management. The University Secretary, Mr. Kahundha Muhwezi, Prof. Lillian Tibatemwa-Ekirikubinza – DVC-AA as well as KUC Principal Dr. Kenneth Ombongi signed the MoU. The move will support the Department of Geography towards an understanding that will enable the Bachelor of Tourism Management secure UNWTO TEDQUAL Certification.

14th June 2010: Management tour of the Faculty of Agriculture

The University Management paid a visit to the Faculty of Agriculture, including the Department of Food Science and Technology and Kabanyolo campus-Makerere University Agricultural Research Institute Kabanyolo (MUARIK), This was part of the Faculty’s initiative to reposition itself as a vital contributor to the University’s vision.

10th June 2010: Launch of the Master in Arts in Gender-Aware Economics

This new programme was launched by the Faculty of Economics and Management in conjunction with the UNDP. It is aimed at arming policy makers and planners with knowledge and tools to apply gender consideration in economic analysis and policymaking. Dr. Gabriel Opio, Minister of Gender Labour & Social Development and the UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative, Mr. Theophane Nikyema presided over the ceremony.

8th June 2010: Meeting with DBSA-DF team

A team from the Development Bank of South Africa met with the Vice-Chancellor to finalize all matters relating to the Masters in Infrastructure Management as well as the signed MoU between DBSA and Makerere. The meeting was also attended by Prof. Kansiime and Prof. Ddumba.

8th June 2010: Kennesaw State University (KSU) delegation visit

A team from the KSU met with the Vice-Chancellor to discuss terms of an MoU signed, for the purpose of aiding Academic Exchanges in the humanities between the two institutions.

7th June 2010: Drake University delegation visit

Prof. Baryamureeba together with Prof. Joseph Y.T. Mugisha and Dr. A. B. Rukooko welcomed the Drake University delegation led by the Provost Mr. Michael J. Renner and held cordial discussions. The visit was an expression of interest by Drake University to partner with Makerere University so as to produce students responsive to global needs.

7th June 2010: 6th Vice Chancellors Media briefing

The 6th monthly media briefing featured the Faculty of Forestry and Nature Conservation and the Margaret Trowell Scholl of Industrial & Fine Arts. The Vice Chancellor made presentations on the programmes being run at the Makerere University Jinja Campus, and the announcement for the first intake of the Makerere University Fort Portal Campus starting August 2010 and the courses to be run. He also talked about the plan to enhance secondary education in Kabarole and surrounding districts through supplementary teaching by Fort Portal Campus students. The Vice Chancellor further clarified that apart from the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Business Administration, all other MUBS programmes had not been affected by the restructuring process, and the closure of the Undergraduate applications process as of 7th June 2010. He also commended the Government interventions through funding to Faculties, and all public universities courtesy of African Development Bank grant (code-named ADB-V) aimed at institutional building.

4th June 2010: Launch of the Makerere Fact book

“FACTS ABOUT MAKERERE UNIVERSITY” the Makerere University fact book, was launched after over 15 years at an event hosted by the Planning and Development Department and presided over by the DVC-AA Prof. Lillian Tibatemwa-Ekirikubinza. The fact book is aimed at providing historical data about Makerere University to support decision making, and will be used for strategic and operational planning by the different units of the University.

2nd June 2010: iLABS@MAK project end of year workshop

iLabs@MAK is a Faculty of Technology based Research Project that is carried out in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Obafemi Awolowolo University (OAU) and the University of Dar-es-salaam. The workshop saw the handover of power to the new team of student developers, in the fields of Digital Signal Processing, Control Systems, Embedded Systems and Fiber Optics.

 

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Aptitude Test Results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme 2024/2025

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The Office of Academic Registrar, Makerere University has released Aptitude Test Examination results for the Mature Age Entry Scheme Examinations held on Saturday 24th February, 2024.

The Candidates who scored 50% and above in the aptitude test passed the aptitude examination and will have their programme -specific examination paper marked. Those who scored less than 50% failed.

Access the links below for the lists categorised under Science-based and Humanities based programmes respectively:

Below is the list for Full Results for Candidates who sat Mature Age Entry Examinations 2024/25 for Bachelor of Laws. Note: All candidates who scored a final mark of 50% and above should prepare for the Bachelor of laws pre-entry examination:

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Strengthening Partnerships: Makerere University Welcomes Delegation from Western University, Ontario, Canada

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The Vice Chancellor-Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (Centre) and UWO President-Dr. Alan Shepard (3rd Left) show off the signed MoU as Left to Right: UWO's Dr. Opiyo Oloya and Dr. Lily Cho as well as University Secretary-Mr. Yusuf Kiranda, UWO's Dr. John Yoo and Head of Advancement-Mr. Awel Uwihanganye witness on 21st March 2024. Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

By Carol Kainomugisha

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe and the University Management, welcomed a delegation from Western University, Ontario, Canada (UWO), marking an important milestone in the strengthening of international partnerships and collaborations. The week-long visit, characterized by insightful discussions and exchanges with various colleges, departments and units of the University, highlighted various areas of mutual interest and potential collaboration between the two esteemed institutions.

Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (2nd Right) and Dr. Alan Shepard (2nd Left) sign the MoU as Mr. Yusuf Kiranda (Left) and Dr. Lily Cho (Right) witness. 21st March 2023, Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (2nd Right) and Dr. Alan Shepard (2nd Left) sign the MoU as Mr. Yusuf Kiranda (Left) and Dr. Lily Cho (Right) witness.

The delegation was led by President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Alan Shepard and accompanied by Vice-Provost and Associate Vice-President, Dr. Lily Cho, the Associate Vice-President, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Dr. Opiyo Oloya and the Dean, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Dr. John Yoo.

The visit culminated with the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which will most certainly strengthen the already existing relationship between Makerere University and Western University.

The meeting between Makerere University and Western University commenced with the University Management which discussed collaborative opportunities, particularly in engineering, design, and technology, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Mr. Opio Oloya addressed issues of Inclusivity and diversity in academia, focusing on integrating indigenous knowledge, combating global anti-blackness, and promoting social integration within university communities.

Members of the University Management and the delegation from Western University, Ontario, Canada pose for a group photo at the Makerere@100 Monument. 18th March 2024, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Members of the University Management and the delegation from Western University, Ontario, Canada pose for a group photo at the Makerere@100 Monument.

Makerere‘s academic excellence and capacity-building initiatives were showcased, with plans to expand graduate training opportunities and enhance capacity through student and faculty exchanges.

 The meeting concluded with a shared vision for future collaborations, including research projects, academic programs, and student exchanges, reaffirming the commitment to fostering excellence and addressing global challenges through collaborative efforts.

Fostering Global Academic Partnerships: Western University meets Makerere University Colleges and Units.

In a meeting at the School of Law, led by the Principal, Associate Prof. Ronald Naluwairo, the delegation held lengthy deliberations to explore avenues for academic collaboration, embodying the power of international partnerships in academia.

Central to the dialogue was Western University’s interest in global engagement, particularly in internationalization, aligning with Makerere‘s ethos of interdisciplinary collaboration. The meeting highlighted joint research opportunities, staff, and student mobility programs, showcasing a commitment to academic excellence and the potential for cross-cultural learning and growth.

The Principal-Associate Prof. Ronald Naluwairo (5th Left), Deputy Principal-Dr. Zahara Nampewo (3rd Left), Principal CHUSS-Associate Prof. Josephine Ahikire (3rd Right), Head PAF-Dr. Benon Kigozi with other officials and the UWO delegation at the School of Law. 19th March 2024, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
The Principal-Associate Prof. Ronald Naluwairo (5th Left), Deputy Principal-Dr. Zahara Nampewo (3rd Left), Principal CHUSS-Associate Prof. Josephine Ahikire (3rd Right), Head PAF-Dr. Benon Kigozi (Right) with other officials and the UWO delegation at the School of Law.

During the meeting between the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) and Western University, the Executive Director Dr. Andrew Kambugu outlined IDI’s evolution from an academic venture to a multifaceted institution driving service delivery, research, and capacity building in Africa.

Highlighting existing partnerships, particularly in data management with the Faculty of Medicine at Western University, President Alan Shepard underscored the tangible outcomes of cross-border collaboration, with data-driven research initiatives making significant contributions to healthcare and public health interventions. Future collaboration prospects, including exchange programs, joint initiatives, and equipment donations, emphasized a shared commitment to innovative approaches and collaborative problem-solving to address pressing challenges in Africa.

Dr. Andrew Kambugu (4th Left) with other officials and the UWO Delegation during their visit to IDI. 19th March 2024, Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI), Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Dr. Andrew Kambugu (4th Left) with other officials and the UWO Delegation during their visit to IDI.

Celebrating Collaboration: Farewell Luncheon Honoring Western University Delegation

A farewell luncheon, hosted by Mrs. Lorna Magara, the Chairperson, Makerere University Council, marked the poignant conclusion of the exchange visit with Western University, Ontario, Canada, celebrating the enduring spirit of collaboration and friendship between the two institutions.

Mrs. Lorna Magara (Left) shakes hands with Dr. Opiyo Oloya as Dr. Alan Shepard (Rear Right) and other officials interact. 21st March 2024, Golden Tulip Hotel, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Mrs. Lorna Magara (Left) shakes hands with Dr. Opiyo Oloya as Dr. Alan Shepard (Rear Right) and other officials interact.

 As farewells were exchanged, participants left with cherished memories and a renewed commitment to nurturing the partnership for future endeavors, underscoring the power of collaboration to transcend boundaries and create opportunities for growth and learning.

As Western University and Makerere University look ahead, the memories of the week-long strategic visit will serve as a beacon of inspiration, guiding their continued efforts to collaborate, learn, and grow together.

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CTCA Request For Expression of Interest: Finance and Accounts Assistant

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CTCA is seeking the services of a Finance and Accounts Assistant whose overall responsibility will be to provide finance and administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office. Centre for Tobacco Control in Africa (CTCA), School of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Institution: Centre for Tobacco Control in Africa (CTCA)
Project Title: Enhance Tobacco Control Institutional Capacity in Africa
Expression of Interest Number: CTCA/EOI/G339/2024

1. Introduction:

The Centre has received funding from the African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) for the
2024-2026) to implement a project on institutional development. The project investments are
geared towards sustaining human resource capacity and knowledge generation to reduce use of all forms of tobacco products in Africa.

Specifically, the project aims to:

  1. Enhance training opportunities for African governments and relevant actors in tobacco
    control in the continent.
  2. Increase access to knowledge for guiding tobacco use prevention and control in Africa.
  3. Reinforce the institutional development of CTCA for an optimal performance of its
    functions and processes.

Therefore, CTCA is seeking the services of a Finance and Accounts Assistant whose overall responsibility will be to provide finance and administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office. The Assistant will support management and other employees on a variety of tasks related to administration, finance, procurement, and communication.

2. Scope of Work

The specific duties include:

  1. Providing support to the accounting and procurement functions through preparing journals and loading payments for review by the budget and finance officer for authorization
  2. Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  3. Administer and manage logistics and contracts for services with service providers such as travel agents, hotels, translations and interpretation agencies, office supplies
  4. Maintaining a clean electronic and manual filing system.
  5. Handling communications – Receiving, storing, retrieving, dispatching, organizing documents and other correspondence of the Centre.
  6. Provide secretarial services to CTCA technical meetings.
  7. Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports.
  8. Assist in logistics preparations for meetings, workshops, and missions.
  9. Oversee and supervise the work of junior staff.
  10. Maintain up-to-date employee records.
  11. Any other duties as may be assigned.

See Downloads for detailed advert.

Application deadline: Not later than 17:00 hours on 8th April, 2024.

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