University of the Sacred Heart, Gulu

07/08/2026

Happy 22nd Priestly Anniversary, Rev. Fr. Charles Oloya!

The University of the Sacred Heart Gulu wishes to congratulate our University Chaplain, Rev. Fr. Charles Oloya, on the occasion of his 22nd Priestly Anniversary. We thank God for his faithful service and dedication to our university community.

We pray that the Lord continues to grant him the gifts of perseverance and humility as he continues to serve God’s sacred calling. May he be strengthened and blessed in the years ahead.

🙏🏽 Thank you, Fr. Charles, for your witness and leadership. God bless you!

01/06/2026

Application for August 2026 Intake for the following programmes still ongoing

1. Postgraduate Diploma in Business Intelligence & Data Analytics (1 Year, Online Weekends)

2. Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership ( 1 Year, Online Weekends)

3. Bachelor of Counselling Psychology (3 Years, Day/Weekend/Online)

4. Bachelor of Commerce (3 Years, Day/Weekend/Online)

5. Bachelor of Agrisystems Management (3 Years, Day/Weekend/Online)

6. Bachelor of Information Systems (3 Years, Day/Weekend/Online)

7. Bachelor Applied Information Technology (3 Years, Day/Weekend/Online)

How to Apply:

1. Online: Visit our website to fill out the online form.

2. In-Person: Pick up an application form from the Office of the Academic Registrar at the University Premises (Negri Cell, Bardege Layibi Division, Gulu City).

📍 Find us in: Layibi Division, Gulu City
📞 Call us: +256782204831
📧 Email: [email protected] | [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.ush.ac.ug

13/05/2026

📚 USHG Participates in NCHE Regional Training on Competence-Based Education and Training (CBET)

The University of the Sacred Heart Gulu is taking part in a capacity-building workshop at Lira University, organized by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE).

The training brings together higher education institutions from Northern Uganda to strengthen readiness for the transition to CBET focusing on graduate competencies, learning outcomes, assessment methods, and quality assurance.

🎓 USHG is committed to producing graduates with relevant knowledge, practical skills, and professional competencies that meet labour market demands.

USHG is represented by:
✅ Dr. Otim Robinson – Dean, Faculty of Management Science
✅ Dr. Henry Oboke Edonga – Dean, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
✅ Mrs. Hellen Lawino – Head, Innovation and Rural Development
✅ Mr. Victor Ocaya Odong – Head, Counselling Department

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10/05/2026

USHG Rejoices with the Archdiocese of Gulu

On Saturday, 9th May 2026, the Archdiocese of Gulu celebrated a joyful harvest of vocations at St. Joseph's Cathedral Parish, with the ordination of six priests and one deacon under the theme "Rooted in the Eucharist, United with St. Joseph."

As a Catholic-founded institution, the University of the Sacred Heart Gulu rejoices with the Archdiocese and gives thanks to God for these faithful servants who have answered the call to ministry.

May the Lord bless and strengthen them as they serve His people.

📖 Read the full story here:

The Archdiocese of Gulu celebrated the Priestly and Diaconate Ordination of six priests and one deacon on Saturday, 9th May 2026, at St. Joseph's Cathedral Parish, Gulu, under the theme 'Rooted in the Eucharist, United with St. Joseph.'

10/05/2026

https://ush.ac.ug/USHG-Participates-in-Uganda-Vice-Chancellors-Forum-Academic-Registrars-Training

USHG joins Uganda Vice Chancellors' Forum training to strengthen academic registry systems at Horizon Hotel, Entebbe, from 7th to 8th May 2026.

09/05/2026

Congratulations to the Archdiocese of Gulu !

We rejoice with you on the successful ordination of new priests and a deacon — faithful sons called to serve God’s Church and people.

🙏 Newly ordained priests:

· Rev. Fr. Allan Felix Torach
· Rev. Fr. Eric Acellam
· Rev. Fr. Robert Odong
· Rev. Fr. Geoffrey Rackara
· Rev. Fr. Polycarp Okema
· Rev. Fr. Augustine Oloya

🕊️ Deacon:

· Dn. Daniel Comboni Torach

“The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few.” Matthew 9:37

May your ministry be filled with grace, joy, and abundant blessings.
We give thanks to God for you all!

08/05/2026

NOTICE: Suspension of Classes Tomorrow May 9, 2026

Dear Staff, Lecturers, and Students

Management wishes to inform you that classes scheduled for tomorrow have been suspended to enable staff and students to participate in the ordination of new priests and deacons of the Archdiocese of Gulu.
Lecturers are kindly requested to cancel tomorrow’s classes and reschedule them for another appropriate day.

Normal classes shall resume on Sunday May 10, 2026.

We apologize for the late communication and join the Archdiocese in congratulating the new priests and deacons. We wish them faithful and fruitful service to the Church.
Thank you.

Management

07/05/2026

USHG Explores Solar-Powered Agro-Processing Partnership

The University of the Sacred Heart, Gulu , together with the Archdiocese of Gulu and St. Isidoro Farm, is exploring a new initiative to bring clean-energy agro-processing to Northern Uganda.

The project would support value addition for grains and oilseeds, student training, and community enterprise development aligning with USHG's commitment to innovation and sustainable development.

📖 Read the full story here:

USHG partners with Archdiocese of Gulu and St. Isidoro Farm to explore solar-powered agro-processing for clean energy agriculture, farmer training, and community enterprise development in Northern Uganda.

04/05/2026

🚀 THE FUTURE OF USHG IS TAKING SHAPE!

USHG Strategic Plan 2026-2031 Development Enters Advanced Consultative-Stage

What will the University of the Sacred Heart Gulu look like in 2031? 🏛️✨

We're thrilled to announce that our next five-year Strategic Plan is now in advanced consultative stages!

🎯 What's coming:
🏗️ Expanded infrastructure
💻 Digital transformation
📚 Academic excellence
🤝 Stronger community engagement
🔬 Cutting-edge research

Aligned with our 50-Year Master Plan and Charter application, this is more than a document - it's our shared vision for the future.

"The future of USHG must be shaped by the voices, experiences, and aspirations of our stakeholders." — Rev. Fr. Dr. Jino O. Mwaka, Vice Chancellor

💚 Together, we are building excellence and serving humanity.

📖 Read the full story 👇

USHG launches consultative process for five-year strategic plan aligned with the 50-Year Master Plan and Charter application, focusing on infrastructure, digital transformation, research, and community engagement.

04/05/2026

📚 University of the Sacred Heart Gulu selected for national library assessment pretest

On April 30, 2026, USHG proudly hosted the Consortium of Uganda University Libraries (CUUL) for a library assessment tool pretest and we were chosen among only five institutions in Uganda for this honor.

Facilitated by Mr. Halid Namboza (Gulu University), the session brought together our library team and staff to evaluate how university libraries align with professional standards, institutional policies, and national higher education guidelines.

USHG selected among five institutions to participate in a pretest exercise for a library assessment tool supporting university library improvement in Uganda.