{"id":3866,"date":"2024-09-20T13:39:18","date_gmt":"2024-09-20T13:39:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mgdmedia.live\/?p=3866"},"modified":"2024-09-20T13:39:18","modified_gmt":"2024-09-20T13:39:18","slug":"victoria-university-celebrates-8th-graduation-with-a-call-for-research-and-innovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/?p=3866","title":{"rendered":"Victoria University Celebrates 8th Graduation with a Call for Research and Innovation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Victoria University marked its 8th graduation ceremony at the Speke Resort Convention Centre, with 2,500 graduates receiving degrees across various disciplines.<\/p>\n<p>The ceremony was highlighted by calls for deeper investment in research and innovation to address local and continental challenges.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3868\" src=\"https:\/\/mgdmedia.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0038.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0038.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0038-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0038-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0038-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0038-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0038-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0038-615x410.jpg 615w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0038-860x573.jpg 860w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In a momentous event held at the Speke Resort Convention Centre, Victoria University celebrated the hard work and dedication of approximately 2,500 graduates during its 8th graduation ceremony.<\/p>\n<p>The graduates, who had completed courses across various fields, were encouraged to continue their educational journey with a focus on innovation and practical solutions for Uganda and Africa.<img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3869\" src=\"https:\/\/mgdmedia.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0039.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0039.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0039-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0039-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0039-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0039-330x220.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0039-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0039-615x410.jpg 615w, https:\/\/mgdmediaug.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/IMG-20240920-WA0039-860x573.jpg 860w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Vice Chancellor Dr. Lawrence Muganga congratulated the graduates, acknowledging their perseverance.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We are proud of each of our graduates and look forward to celebrating together,&#8221; he said, underscoring the pride the university feels in its academic achievements.<\/p>\n<p>The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, who was the guest of honor, commended the university\u2019s efforts in maintaining quality education with a focus on technology and innovation. &#8220;Thank you, Mr. Sudhir Ruparelia, for investing in a sector where you don\u2019t expect profits but only to offer service to humanity,&#8221; Tayebwa said, referring to the significant role the university&#8217;s chairman has played in shaping the institution.<\/p>\n<p>In his speech, Tayebwa emphasized theVictoria University marked its 8th graduation ceremony at the Speke Resort Convention Centre, with 2,500 graduates receiving degrees across various disciplines.<\/p>\n<p>The ceremony was highlighted by calls for deeper investment in research and innovation to address local and continental challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Tayebwa further acknowledged the relevance of the university&#8217;s curriculum, tailored to meet Uganda\u2019s pressing needs.<\/p>\n<p>He stressed that the education system should evolve to empower graduates to thrive in the global community, particularly through initiatives such as the Africa Free Trade Area. &#8220;It is cheaper to travel to Dubai than Mombasa. 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