ONLY University newspaper in UG in regular publication The Standard Newspaper was established in May 2007 under the School Of Journalism, Media & Communication
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Guild presidential aspirants Jeremy Mugabi and Daphine Kuhirwa have unveiled manifestos focusing on student welfare, academic support, security and economic empowerment.
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Found along the Bishop Tucker road in Mukono a few metres away from Precious Hostel, the bar which was at the centre of investigations into Byandala’s death in January 2025, has returned to business according to information obtained by The Standard.
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The calling of a modern university is higher. We need to be relevant to our nations and communities, hence the importance of research,” she said. standard.ucu.ac.ug/research-…
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Congratulations, Dr. Prever Mukasa!
She’s the first-ever PhD graduate from Uganda Christian University’s School of Journalism, Media and Communication, a historic milestone for the programme.
The Lady Canons recovered from a 19–10 defeat to Canada's Carleton University in their opening Pool B match to register a commanding 21–5 victory over hosts of the University of Macau.
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“The future of individuals, organizations, and nations depends significantly on the quality of their thinking,” she said.standard.ucu.ac.ug/ojangole-…
“This differs from the university’s usual graduation trends, in which female graduands often outnumber their male counterparts, particularly at ceremonies involving students from the main campus,” Prof. Kitayimbwa said. standard.ucu.ac.ug/ucu-to-gr…
Central Conference encounter, one of the fixtures in the opening week of the newly branded league format, was played at the UCU Main Football Pitch on Sunday evening, October 18, 2026, with both sides settling for a point.
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Lady Canons qualified for the World Cup after successfully defending their Federation of African University Sports (FASU) Afro Varsity 3×3 Basketball Championship title, defeating USIU-Africa of Kenya 21–15 in the final held in Ibadan, Nigeria.
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"It pains us to see them drop out of their program,” Mushengyezi said, standard.ucu.ac.ug/ucu-tuiti…
“People who have experienced conflict and human rights violations understand the consequences of those abuses and should therefore have a meaningful role in determining how justice is pursued,” she said. standard.ucu.ac.ug/amplify-m…
The Lady Cardinals, who will compete in the Central Conference, are scheduled to open their campaign against Dream Girls Soccer Academy on Sunday, 18 October 2026, at the UCU Grounds in Mukono.
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Students had requested the training be formally incorporated into the curriculum because of its importance in professional practice and inclusive service delivery,” Kibirige said. standard.ucu.ac.ug/ucu-to-in…
Programmes share several subject areas and recommended identifying their areas of convergence and divergence to avoid standard.ucu.ac.ug/ucu-hanze…
The flag is the symbol of our political independence, one that we got in 1962. Mental independence is different. We build it ourselves, brick by slow brick.
Writes: Elvis William Segawa
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According to the fixtures released by the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), UCU will open their campaign at home against Dream Girls Soccer Academy on Sunday, 18 October 2026, at the UCU Grounds in Mukono.
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If you write a grant proposal targeting family interests, you might get it,” Kakande said, emphasising the importance of developing proposals that respond to genuine community needs. standard.ucu.ac.ug/researche…
“This first cultural gala taught us that culture is more than performance. It is about knowing where we come from, appreciating one another and creating a space where everyone can confidently share their heritage.” standard.ucu.ac.ug/central-r…
UCU entered the final hoping to end the tournament with the title after an impressive run to the championship game. However, Sport-S controlled the final and completed a straight-sets victory to take the men’s title. standard.ucu.ac.ug/doves-set…