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DRGT and Dept. of Sociology Complete PhD Training in Advanced Qualitative Data Analysis
On Friday, 8th February 2019, the Directorate of Research and Graduate Training (DRGT) in collaboration with the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) brought to a close the 2-week long PhD Integrative Training in Advanced Qualitative Data Analysis at the School of Women and Gender Studies.
This is a cross-cutting course that involves a range of processes and procedures used on qualitative data and research designs e.g. Ethnography, Critical ethnography, Case study, Action Research, Historical/ life histories, and Grounded theory. DRGT shall continue to invest in such trainings because they enable our PhD students to explore and appreciate the qualitative methodology as an approach to a research problem. We trust that qualitative data analysis gives the students an understanding of their own research objective by revealing patterns and themes in their data.
Over the years, Qualitative Data Management has become increasingly popular in the basic science disciplines (e.g. medicine). Judging from the feedback, it is evident that both the humanities and science students are now more knowledgeable in the philosophical underpinnings of qualitative research; they acquired skills of literature search, critical analysis and writing. They are now also able to identify would-be qualitative research problems; appreciate analysis of qualitative data (manually and by use of computer software); but most importantly are able to explore various ways of writing a qualitative research report.
We extend our sincere appreciation to the competent team of resource persons including Prof. Neema Stella; Dr. Archilles Sewaya and Dr. Fred Bateganya. Their contribution to the vision and mission of DRGT is priceless!
We are indebted to the Swedish Government through the bilateral research cooperation programme for funding this and other research capacity development endeavors at Makerere University.
Article by Professor Buyinza Mukadasi, Director DRGT
Waste Management efforts at Makerere University have been boosted by a donation of 30 waste bins by Centenary Bank’s Makerere Branch. The bins received on Monday 11th May 2026 in the Freedom Square by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe in the company of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Prof. Sarah Ssali, Deputy University Secretary, Mr. Simon Kizito and other officials were handed over by the Branch Manager, Mr. Sunday Julius.
Appreciating the donation from Centenary Bank on behalf of University Management, Prof. Nawangwe noted that Makerere University strives to maintain “the cleanest environment in Kampala”, especially as a good example to future leaders, the students.
Acknowledging earlier donations to the Halls of Residence by Centenary Bank, Prof. Nawangwe described the ceremony as “the beginning of a long journey of collaboration in environmental stewardship,” with separation of plastics from biodegradable waste earmarked as the next step in user education.
In his remarks, Mr. Sunday noted that the donation was in line with the Bank’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) objectives, particularly the Social component, where supporting institutions with waste management facilities to enhance hygiene is key. “It is important for Centenary Bank to give back to the society where it makes money”, he emphasized.
Describing Makerere University as the “main institution that Centenary Bank operates a branch”, Mr. Sunday recognised the donation as a step in the right direction with a valuable partner.
The newly-donated bins will be placed in various public locations under supervision of the Estates and Works Directorate.
Makerere University and the University of Notre Dame, Indiana, USA (ND) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which opens opportunities for collaboration between the two historic and leading research institutions in the areas of staff and student exchange, joint research and training, joint supervision of graduate students, and others.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe signed on behalf of Makerere University and Rev. Robert A. Dowd, the 18th President signed on behalf of the University of Notre Dame. The ceremony, which was held at the University of Notre Dame campus at South Bend, Indiana was witnessed by Dr. Lorna Magara, the Chairperson of the Council of Makerere University, who led the Mak delegation.
Dr. Magara appreciated the institutionalisation of the collaboration between the two universities and the very warm hospitality accorded to the Mak delegation.
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