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- Archbishop Stephen Kaziimba, who is also the Chancellor of Uganda Christian University (UCU), commended the BBUC administration for their dedication to raising the institution’s standards.
KABALE: The Executive Director of the National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS), Dr. Samuel Mugasi, has urged university graduates across the country to avoid chasing quick wealth through unethical means.
Speaking as the Chief Guest during the 25th graduation ceremony of UCU-Bishop Barham University College (BBUC) at Rugarama Cathedral Grounds in Kabale Municipality on Friday, Dr. Mugasi highlighted the growing trend of graduates compromising professional ethics in pursuit of rapid success. He advised the graduates to embrace patience in their career journeys, emphasizing that success is a gradual process.
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In her remarks, BBUC Principal Dr. Joy Tumwesigye encouraged the graduates to trust in the academic knowledge they have gained while upholding the morals and ethics instilled by the university as they transition into the workforce.
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Meanwhile, Archbishop Stephen Kaziimba, who is also the Chancellor of Uganda Christian University (UCU), commended the BBUC administration for their dedication to raising the institution’s standards. He noted that BBUC, which began with a single theology department, has grown into one of the leading higher learning institutions in the Kigezi Sub-region, producing over 1,000 graduates annually.
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At the ceremony, 561 students graduated, including 287 females and 274 males. Three students achieved first-class degrees: Allen Tayebwa (Bachelor of Social Work and Social Administration) with 4.73 points, Kenneth Tumweboneire (Bachelor of Education) with 4.49 points, and Oscar Ndamwesiga (Bachelor of Education) with 4.41 points.
Additionally, 62 postgraduates and one PhD graduate were recognized.