Community
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Community
At UGHE, our community forms the foundation of our mission to transform health education and advance global health equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where students, faculty, and staff work together to achieve shared goals. This collaborative approach emphasizes leadership, engagement, and the pursuit of initiatives that extend learning beyond the classroom. Through these efforts, we aim to foster both personal and professional development for every member of our diverse community.
Student Council
The UGHE Student Council serves as the unified voice of our student body, bridging communication between peers and university leadership. By organizing campus-wide activities, academic and research events, and community projects, the council nurtures a supportive and collaborative culture, empowering students to develop leadership skills and actively contribute to the university's mission.
At UGHE, our community is the core of everything we do, seamlessly interconnected through:
- Campus Community: Our students, faculty, and staff who create a vibrant, collaborative learning environment.
- Alumni & Partners: A global network of graduates and collaborators who contribute to advancing global health equity.
Butaro Community: The local community in Rwanda, whose involvement is essential to the practical application of our work.
We are deeply committed to community engagement and recognize the critical role of local communities in shaping effective, sustainable healthcare solutions. Through initiatives like the Global Community-Based Education Program, our students work alongside Butaro’s residents, gaining firsthand experience and understanding of social determinants of health and the importance of culturally sensitive healthcare.
At UGHE, community is more than just a concept - it is the foundation of our mission. Together, we learn, grow, and make meaningful strides in improving global health.
Student Groups
UGHE offers a vibrant selection of student-led organizations spanning arts, global health, research, and cultural activities. These groups create opportunities for students to develop key skills in a collaborative and supportive setting, promoting well-rounded personal and professional growth.
Some of our vibrant student groups include:
- Intare Surgery Interest Group: A collective of medical students passionate about global surgery, exploring specialties such as gynecology, obstetrics, and ophthalmology.
- Bicycle Club: Promotes safety and mechanical skills through shared cycling experiences, fostering connections among members.
- Inganji Traditional Dance Troupe: Strengthens Rwandan cultural heritage through dance, music, and performance.
- Gender and Sexual Reproductive Health Club: Engages students in advocacy and education for gender equity and sexual and reproductive health and rights.
- Roar of Change Debate Club: Empowers students to engage in debates on global health, social, and political issues.
- Student One Health Initiative Club (SOHIC): Focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to health challenges as part of the African One Health University Network.
- UGHE Students Research Society: Fosters a culture of research and innovation, encouraging students to challenge the status quo.
- Voz Armonia Club: A music club that uses the arts to foster creativity and dialogue on critical social issues.
- Gira Ubuntu Initiative Club: Supports vulnerable patients during treatment at Butaro District Hospital.
- Creative Arts Club: Encourages artistic expression and connection with external artists and galleries.
Osmosis Medical Education Fellow (OMEF): A partnership with Osmosis, helping students maximize their learning and contribute to health awareness initiatives.
Each of these groups contributes to the vibrant, holistic educational experience at UGHE, fostering leadership, collaboration, and community engagement among students.
Campus Life
Living on UGHE's Butaro campus provides residents with access to a range of services, including a dining hall serving balanced meals, athletic facilities such as a gym and outdoor basketball court, transportation shuttles to and from Kigali and Musanze, janitorial and laundry support, IT services, a campus store for basic necessities, and full-time campus security coverage.
Our campus is designed to support a balanced lifestyle, promoting well-being and fostering a sense of community among students, faculty, and staff.
Meet Our Classes
At UGHE, our students are more than learners—they are future global health leaders, innovators, and change-makers committed to transforming healthcare systems worldwide. Each cohort in our Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and Master of Science in Global Health Delivery (MGHD) programs brings together a diverse group of professionals and aspiring health experts united by a passion for health equity and social justice.
Explore our Class Profiles
Learn more about the backgrounds, aspirations, and achievements of our students.
