Since 2003, the Archdiocese of Mbarara(AoM) has been committed to starting a University as part of its mission and mandate of the church to establish educational institutions of different levels to share in the salvific ministry of Christ by being the salt and light to the world.
In 2009, Archbishop’s pastoral letter on starting University of Saint Joseph Mbarara (USJM) stated “Our decision to start a University must be seen as a pastoral priority which takes into account the growth and developments of our Archdiocese. The university will aim at contributing towards improving the livelihoods of our people.
It fosters for the pastoral mission of the Church: for its academic programmes will be inspired by human and Christian values. We have apropriately chosen a fitting motto of the university namely;”Foster Excellence and Integrity”
Integrity is a characteristic virtue of its patron, Saint Joseph, and we know how much we need it in our personal lives, families, political and socioeconomic sectors”.
Vision
A leading center for integrated community responsive University education.
Mission
To provide holistic education for sustainable development.
Motto
Foster Excellence and Integrity (Praestantia et Integritate Foveat).
Slogan
For and With the Community
Objectives
- To provide relevant University education.
- To promote research and innovation among the students.
- To nurture citizens of integrity and sense of common good.
- To nurture students with demand oriented skills.
- To promote best practices in institutional governance.
- To promote pastoral mission of the church.
Core Values
USJM upholds and subscribes to the following core values:
- God fearing
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Accountability
- Community responsiveness
Philosophy:
Christian university education and knowledge is to promote integral development of the whole person and of all people,
while at the same time promoting integrity and social justice, and responsible stewardship of creation.
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