News & Updates

24th Guild Leadership Recognised

The 65th Gulu University Council meeting, chaired by Mrs. Theresa Mary Obbo at Kotido Campus, has recognised and honoured members of the 24th Guild Leadership who served on the University Council during their tenure as student leaders. The honourees included the 24th Guild President, Opio Alex Ongom, and Angwech Desire, who were appreciated for their contribution to university governance and representation of students on the Council. Their recognition highlights the important role...

Gulu University Kicks Off Planning for Silver Jubilee Celebrations

Gulu University officials on 23 October 2026 held the first planning meeting for the institution’s 25th anniversary celebrations, marking the beginning of preparations for the Silver Jubilee. During the meeting, Dr. Asaf Adebua, the University’s Chief Planning and Development Officer, presented a proposed plan outlining activities and other arrangements for the celebrations to the Central Organising Committee (COC). The committee is chaired by Eng. Moses Onono and Deputised by Canon Dr....

Gulu University EARRIEA Project Participants Showcase Research Ideas at Seminar

Gulu University, through the EU-Africa Relations and Regional Integration in East Africa (EARRIEA) Project, held a student research seminar on 20th October 2026 at Gulu University, bringing together 31 participants including students, staff and representatives from civil society. The students presented their research ideas and received feedback. The seminar, a key requirement for students completing the EARRIEA Jean-Monnet Erasmus+ training module, provided a platform for strengthening research skills and exploring...

Gulu University Empowers Student Innovators Through Design Thinking

Trained staff at Gulu University led 19 students through a design-thinking process aimed at refining their ideas and strengthening their innovative potential. The programme culminated in six mentored teams pitching their innovations before a panel of three judges. Outstanding teams were recognised and awarded support to continue testing, refining, and developing their ideas into practical solutions. This was part of the three day training from the Faculty of Agriculture and...