ST FRANCIS SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES GRADUANDS URGED TO PRIORITIZE HUMANITY OVER PERSONAL GAIN
St. Francis School of Health Sciences in Namataba, Mukono District, proudly celebrated the graduation of 363 students across various disciplines. Among the graduates, 258 were female, and 105 were male, marking an inspiring step toward gender inclusivity and empowerment in healthcare professions.
The event was officiated by the Guest of Honour, Rev. Fr. Prof. John Chrisostom Maviiri, alongside Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rose Nanyonga Clerk, Vice-Chancellor of Clerks International University.
In his keynote address, Prof. Dr. Fr. Maviiri emphasized the importance of ethical practices and humanity in healthcare. He strongly condemned exploiting patients for personal gain, stressing that personal enrichment at the expense of others, particularly in critical sectors like healthcare, is unacceptable.
He urged graduates to focus on their moral responsibility to contribute to society by providing affordable and quality healthcare services:
> “Selling medicine for profit, particularly to private clinics, creates inequality in access to healthcare. Success lies in contributing to the well-being of others,” he said.
Rev. Fr. Maviiri highlighted the broader societal benefits of a healthier workforce and community, noting that promoting health is not just a business objective but a moral obligation. Above all, he encouraged graduates to put God first in every action to ensure ethical and compassionate decisions in their careers.
Outstanding Achievers Honored
Special recognition was awarded to the best performers:
Ahumuza Godfrey, who graduated with a CGPA of 4.63 from the School of Nursing and Midwifery.
Ahimbisibwe Wilson, who achieved a CGPA of 4.29 from the School of Management and Allied Sciences.
This milestone event celebrated not only academic excellence but also the institution’s commitment to producing skilled and ethical healthcare professionals who are ready to make meaningful contributions to the sector.
