August has waved goodbye, Its warm winds carrying echoes of new hellos, And warm welcoming voices guiding first-year students into University life: First steps, first friends, first taste of liberty, The gentle unfolding of unfamiliar paths. Now, September walks in, With calm skies above and quieter moments within, bringing deeper reflections, And the soft, steady promise of change. September arrives gently, its weeks much like those of August, but behind its closed doors lies the first coursework examinations, Unexpectedly catching many students, especially first years, unprepared.
On September 13, the halls that once echoed with orientation cheer, now whisper with the rustle of pages and pens, as the examinations for the first Semester of Academic Year 2025/2026 begin. For every first-year heart, this is no ordinary moment. It is a landmark carved from courage, A time shaped by dreams and the steady rhythm of hope. More than just a test, It is your first true taste of University life, A step away from who you were, And a confident stride toward who you are becoming.
These coursework examinations are more than passing storms. They carry weight—yes, 30% of your final grade, but beyond marks, they also plant the seeds of discipline, resilience, and growth. So, breathe deep. Study with purpose. Walk into each examination knowing you belong, that you are learning, rising, becoming.
Every great journey begins with a single step, yours has already begun. With, your first university examinations before you, not as barriers, but as bridges. They mark the first true test of your new chapter, A chance to prove not just what you know, But who you are becoming.
You are not just students; you are future leaders, innovators, and change-makers. These exams may feel daunting, but they are part of the process. Each challenge is a stepping stone. Each examination paper an opportunity to grow stronger, wiser, and more prepared for the road ahead.
Do not walk this path alone. Lean on your peers, your mentors, and your Lecturers. Ask questions, form discussion groups. Share your academic struggles. University is a community, and in that community, you will thrive. Keep your eyes on the horizon. What you build now, in these early days of study and discipline will shape not only your academic success, but the person you are becoming. So, rise with courage. Embrace the unknown. Trust yourself. Prepare well. And walk into your first exams with your head high, Knowing you are learning, growing, and moving forward.
The University is not just a place of learning, it is a place of becoming. And these first examinations? They are part of the journey that makes you.
Let September, the month of first examinations at University be your foundation. Not your fear.
Erina Najjingo- Editor