Ms. Joseline Biganja, the outgoing Bursar of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHUSS) at Makerere University, officially handed over her responsibilities to Mr. Michael Mbaine, previously the head of student halls, in a ceremony held on August 6, 2024.
The handover followed a transfer letter received by Ms. Biganja on August 2, 2024, reassigning her to the University Hospital after four years of service at CHUSS from August 2021 to August 2024.
Presiding over the ceremony, Principal CHUSS Prof. Hellen Nambalirwa Nkabala acknowledged Ms. Biganja’s contributions, describing the event as a takeover and pledging to organize a proper send-off at a later date. “I found two letters on my table. I am told this is a normal reshuffle and other units had similar changes. If it is the system, we move and serve where we have been deployed,” Prof. Nkabala remarked.
Nkabala welcomed Mr. Mbaine, emphasizing the collaborative and friendly environment at CHUSS. “ In CHUSS, we are friendly, we work together for the good of the community. This is the mother of all disciplines”, The Principal remarked.
The ceremony was attended by the University Internal Auditor, Winnie Mbabazi, alongside college management and administrative staff.
Reflecting on her tenure, Ms. Biganja expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve at CHUSS. "I want to thank God for the opportunity that He has given me to serve in CHUSS. It has been a good working relationship, and I must say that I have enjoyed the interaction with everyone in this college. We have met, worked together, and where things were not right, I believe it was not intended. I have truly enjoyed the working relationship," she said.
Ms. Biganja added, "I take these changes as ministry because I am a believer. When I am called to a certain place, I believe it is not only man but God who wants me to go there. So, I believe God has seen that I have done what I am supposed to in CHUSS, and it is time to move on. I thank Him that He has used me, and we have achieved what we managed to achieve with the available funds and resources."
In her handover report, Ms. Biganja outlined her responsibilities and contributions, including initiating the construction of a ramp for students with disabilities, building repairs across various college buildings, and outlining the college budgets, work plans, and procurement plans for FY 2024-2025.
Incoming Bursar Mr. Michael Mbaine thanked Ms. Biganja for her efforts and achievements. “I understand that CHUSS is one of the largest units in terms of activities and especially the operations of the finance department. I thank Joseline for her work and pledge to work closely with the finance staff to support the college’s operations effectively,” he stated.
The handover ceremony marked the beginning of a new chapter for both the outgoing and incoming bursars, with Ms. Biganja moving to a new role at the University Hospital and Mr. Mbaine stepping into his new responsibilities at CHUSS.
Representing the Deputy Principal, the Dean School of PsychologyDr. Martin Baluku appreciated the outgoing Bursar for the job well done.
“I have not had any problem with Joseline and we appreciate the services rendered. You have served and it is time to move on. CHUSS is always home, don’t forget”.
To the incoming Bursar, Dr. Baluku urged Mr. Mbaine to feel good on reason that CHUSS is the place to be.