The Vice Chancellor, Dr. Mourice Tamale, assured parents that the initiative went beyond technical instruction, helping students develop confidence, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
Seeta University has officially commissioned 335 Senior Six leavers who completed an intensive two-month training program in Artificial Intelligence, designed to equip young learners with practical digital and innovation skills.
The Academic Registrar, Dr. Ronald Mbago, said the program initially enrolled 551 students, but 353 managed to complete the rigorous training. From that group, 335 were officially commissioned at the end of the boot camp. He highlighted the discipline required, noting that learners attended classes from Monday to Thursday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
He praised the students for their determination, especially those who came from schools with limited ICT exposure, saying they had shown resilience, curiosity, and strong commitment throughout the program.
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According to Seeta University, the training focused on building essential skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, and adaptability to new technologies. Some of the participants also represented the university at a National Council for Higher Education exhibition, where their smart agriculture innovation attracted interest and possible funding.
The Vice Chancellor, Dr. Mourice Tamale, assured parents that the initiative went beyond technical instruction, helping students develop confidence, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. He said the graduates were being prepared not only for employment but also for innovation and entrepreneurship.
The chief guest, Dr. Cosmas Mwikirize, urged students to embrace Artificial Intelligence as a driver of opportunity rather than fear job losses. He explained that while some roles may be automated, new opportunities will emerge in sectors such as manufacturing and digital systems.
He further encouraged the learners to pursue higher education to deepen their understanding of the field, noting that the boot camp was only an introductory stage.
Among the standout innovations was an application developed by student Agnes Ketrine Nakajiri, which connects patients to nearby pharmacies. The system allows users to upload prescriptions, find the nearest pharmacy, and arrange medicine delivery through transporters without physically visiting a facility.
Students also demonstrated an automated irrigation system capable of detecting soil moisture levels and activating watering only when necessary, aimed at improving agricultural efficiency.
Student representative Namukisa Kobusingye said the training emphasized developing practical solutions to community challenges through innovation and application-based learning.
The ceremony, attended by the university proprietor Dr. John Chrysostom Muyingo, concluded with certificate awarding, project demonstrations, and celebrations among students, parents, and guests.
