From Struggles to Success!! How I Turned Retakes into Graduation Glory

My name is Emmanuel Katende, and I hail from Mbale, a vibrant town nestled in eastern Uganda, known for its scenic hills, kind-hearted people, and strong emphasis on education. I was brought up by a single mother who gave up everything to ensure I went to school. From childhood, I had a single dream—to excel in school, achieve success, and uplift my family. But life often teaches us through hardship, and my university journey was far different from what I had imagined.

When I entered Makerere University, I was full of enthusiasm and dreams. I enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Public Health. Initially, things went smoothly, but by the second semester, everything began to unravel. I started receiving surprising retakes in subjects I was confident I had passed. I failed “Research Methods” three times. Then came “Biostatistics” and “Epidemiology.” Semester after semester, I kept sitting for supplementary exams. Despite decent coursework and average class performance, my final marks always fell short, and my lecturers could offer no clear answers. To Read More, Tap Here