5th L-R; Ag. Deputy Principal Assoc. Prof. Rachel Mindra Katoroogo, Dr. Hassan Bashir in a group photo with some of the best performing students
On December 8, 2025, the Faculty of Business Administration held a Certificate Award Ceremony to recognize and honor the Faculty’s academic achievers.
While addressing the students, the Acting Deputy Principal, Assoc. Prof. Rachel Mindra Katoroogo, urged them to embrace humility, support one another, and be intentional in their actions, noting that these values are key to success. She also encouraged them to serve as ambassadors of hard work and discipline, emphasizing that the ceremony celebrated not only academic excellence but also the character and discipline that contributed to their outstanding performance.
Assoc. Prof. Mindra further advised students to acquire additional skills such as presentation and communication skills, which will help them thrive beyond their first-class degrees. She cautioned them against drug abuse and examination malpractice, urging them to make wise choices, invest in healthy relationships, and build strong networks. She advised students to avoid relationships that do not add value to their personal and professional growth.
She also encouraged the students to cultivate a saving culture, regardless of how small the amount, to strengthen their personal finances. She urged them to have a clear vision and purpose, maintain a positive mindset, prioritize their wellbeing, and remain open to continuous learning. She concluded by reminding them that while success opens doors, good character opens them wider.
Meanwhile, the Deputy Dean, Dr. Hassan Bashir, congratulated the students for their consistent academic excellence and cautioned them against involvement in examination malpractice. He challenged them to be holistically excellent, noting that academic success may create opportunities, but character is what sustains them.
He encouraged students to mind their character, present themselves well, network effectively, and build strong personal brands. He urged them to be innovative and creative, and to use their first-class achievements for the benefit of both themselves and society.