WISDOM project hosts transformative Mentorship Workshop at MUST City Campus

On 11th April 2026, the UCoBS Boardroom at the Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) City Campus was a hub of inspiration and professional growth as the Women In Science Displacement Outreach Master’s (WISDOM) Project hosted its highly anticipated Mentorship Workshop. This project is implemented in partnership with UNESCO, Organisation for Women in Science […]
The visit of USA Ambassador William W. Popp: A strategic alignment for MUST’s future

On 5th March 2026, the campus pulse shifted. The visit of the United States of America Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. William W. Popp, brought a new energy to the corridors of the Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST). A focus on research and innovation Ambassador Popp’s visit was not merely ceremonial. It was a […]
A Decade of Distinguished Academic Leadership

Prof. Nixon Kamukama hands over the office of Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs) 30th January 2026, marked a historical smooth leadership transition at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) as Prof. Nixon Kamukama handed over the office of Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academic Affairs after ten years of dedicated and excellent service. […]
MUST strengthens partnership with Handong Global University in South Korea

Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) held fruitful engagements with a delegation from Handong Global University (HGU), South Korea, from January 7–9, 2026. The delegation comprised Assoc. Prof. Jae-Hyun Baek, Assistant Prof. Hongsup Yoon, Prof. Chang-Kee Hyun, Prof. Ranjit De, and Mr. Dowon Kim. The team paid a courtesy visit to the MUST Vice […]
MUST launches WISDOM Project to empower displaced Women in Science

Mbarara University of Science and Technology has officially launched the Women In Science Displacement Outreach Masters (WISDOM) Project, a crucial initiative aimed at promoting equitable and sustainable inclusion in higher education for women who are refugee or asylum seekers. MUST in partnership with the Organisation for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD), a […]
The weight and worth of White: MUST’s 7th White Coat Ceremony

The Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) Faculty of Medicine recently hosted its 7th White Coat Ceremony on Wednesday 29th October 2025, a profound rite of passage that officially inducted a new generation of healers into the health professions. Inspiring addresses from the university’s leadership traced the history of the tradition and laid out […]
From a Village Vendor and School Cook to a Master’s Graduate: A Journey of Hope and Determination

“From humble beginnings to a life of impact…”. This is how Ms. Mary Namukisa, one of the 32nd cohort of MUST graduands, describes her inspiring journey. I come from a family and community where no one I knew had ever gone beyond primary education. After completing Primary Seven in 1999, I dropped out of school […]
Across Borders: International Graduands’ Experiences at MUST – Ipyana, Habimana & Sawayael

At Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), learning extends beyond classrooms and laboratories. It is a journey of discovery, belonging and transformation. Through its rich networks of collaboration, mentorship and intercultural exchange. MUST offers international students not only academic excellence but also a welcoming community that nurtures their dreams. I am delighted to share […]
Across Borders: International Graduands’ Experiences at MUST – Patel, Elizabeth & Dr. Fidel

At Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), learning extends beyond classrooms and laboratories. It is a journey of discovery, belonging, and transformation. Through its rich networks of collaboration, mentorship, and intercultural exchange, MUST offers international students not only academic excellence but also a welcoming community that nurtures their dreams. I am delighted to share […]
Across Borders: International Graduands’ Experiences at MUST – Stephen & Cliff

At Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), learning extends beyond classrooms and laboratories. It is a journey of discovery, belonging, and transformation. Through its rich networks of collaboration, mentorship, and intercultural exchange, MUST offers international students not only academic excellence but also a welcoming community that nurtures their dreams. In this series, our international […]