Victoria University has today sworn in Prof. Opuda-Asibo John as the institution’s new Chancellor.
The ceremony took place on Tuesday 18 August, 2020 in the University auditorium.
“Today is a special day for me at Victoria University as I assume the position of the third Victoria University Chancellor, a private University in Uganda,” Prof Opuda said during part of his speech.
Prof. John Opuda is a scholar of national and international repute and is the 3rd Chancellor at the University. He joins the University at a critical moment and brings to bear his expertise, wide-reach, experience and knowledge that will ensure that the University remains the top private institution in Uganda
Prof. John Opuda brief profile;
As a graduate with a veterinary Medical Degree from Makerere University, he also holds a Masters Degree in Public Health and a PhD in Microbiology, Epidemiology and Public Health, both from the University of Minnesota, USA. His Public Health training has provided him with multi-sectoral knowledge application in Epidemiology (observational and analytical), Administration, Economics, Education and Governance.
Professor John Opuda-Asibo, has experience in Education, Science, Cooperation, institutional Collaboration and Coordination, Negotiation, Dialogue, Cultural Interaction, Publishing, Grants awarding, Scientific Research, Organising and Charing meetings, Harmonization of Curricula and Educational Systems the latter as a member of the Top Management Committee of the Ministry of Education, Government of Uganda.
The entire Victoria University community welcomes Prof. John Opuda-Asibo into the VU fraternity and wish him the best in carrying out his noble duties as Chancellor of Victoria University.
About Victoria University;
Victoria University was opened in August 2010 and has the capacity, the facilities and determination to revitalize higher education in Uganda and in the region. It is committed to playing a leading role in bringing and developing high– quality, student–centered learning opportunities based on standards of excellence that are unique, innovative and difficult to match.
The university is centrally located in the heart of Kampala City and on the main public transportation routes coupled with ample parking space.
Victoria University is part of Ruparelia Group of Companies, which has a strong presence in the education sector in Uganda and has under its portfolio, Kampala International School Uganda, Kampala Parents School and Delhi Public School International.
