Orientation Programme Schedule for Newly Admitted Students, Academic Year 2026/2027

The Office of the Academic Registrar, Kabale University, wishes to inform all newly admitted students for the 2026/2027 Academic Year that the official Orientation Programme has been scheduled to facilitate a smooth transition into university life. The programme is designed to introduce students to the University’s academic environment, student support services, digital platforms, policies and campus life.

The orientation programme will commence with the reception of new students, followed by reporting, verification and registration, faculty-based orientation sessions, training in University digital systems, postgraduate orientation and a General Orientation presided over by the University Management. Students will also receive guidance on the use of University email accounts, website navigation, the Academic Information Management System (AIMS), E-Learning platforms, communication channels, as well as other essential student services.

Orientation Programme Schedule

  8:00-9:00 AM 9:00-10:00 AM 10:00-11:00 AM 11:00AM-12:00 PM 12:00-01:00 PM 1:00-2:00 PM 2:00-3:00 PM 3:00-4:00 PM 4:00-5:00 PM
SAT (08/08/2026)

VENUE: Main campus Kikungiri Quadrangle

Receiving Students

BY: Office of Dean of Students & Students’ Guild

  Receiving Students continues
SUN (09/08/2026)

VENUE: Main campus Kikungiri Quadrangle

Receiving Students

BY: Office of Dean of Students & Students’ Guild

 

  Receiving Students continues
MON (10/08/2026)

VENUE: Main campus Kikungiri Quadrangle

Reporting, Verification, and Registration.

BY: Office of Academic Registrar & Office of Dean of Students

 

  Reporting, Verification, and Registration continues
TUE (11/08/2026)

VENUE: Main campus Kikungiri Quadrangle

Reporting, Verification, and Registration.

BY: Office of Academic Registrar & Office of Dean of Students

 

  Reporting, Verification and Registration (Continues up to 18/08/2026)
WED (12/08/2026)  to

FRI (14/08/2026)

VENUE: Kabsom Hall & Teaching Facility Level 2

Introduction to KAB Communications Department

 

Training in University Digital Systems

Training in University Digital Systems
SAT (15/08/2026) Tour around Kabale town by the students’ guild

Orientation of Post Graduate

Orientation of Post Graduate
SUN (16/08/2026) Orientation of Post Graduate Orientation of Post Graduate
MON (17/08/2026) to

VENUE: Kabsom Hall & Teaching Facility Level 2

Introduction to KAB Communications Department

 

Training in University Digital Systems

Training in University Digital Systems
TUE (18/08/2026) Orientation by respective Faculties Orientation by respective Faculties
WED (19/08/2026)

GENERAL ORIENTATION (KAB Sports Grounds)

Arrival of Students & Officials Students’ Guild, Senior Counselor Security,

Health, Estates,

Communications & Branding, Deputy Chief DICTS, Legal University Bursar, Dean of Students Address by the Office of Academic Registrar Address by the Vice Chancellor Closure
FRI (28/08/2026) Orientation of Recess Students Orientation of Recess Students

Detailed Schedule for Training in University Digital Systems
Venue: KABSOM Hall & Teaching Facility Level 2

DATE 8:00AM – 8:20AM 8:20AM – 9:30AM 9:30AM – 11:00AM 11:00 – 11:30AM 11:30AM -1:00PM 1:00PM-2:00PM 2:00PM -4:00PM GROUP
12/08/2026

KABSOM, FOL,FAES,FOS

OPENING REMARKS Emails & Website Navigation AIMS E-LEARNING E-LEARNING COMMUNICATIONS
13/08/2026

FOE

OPENING REMARKS Emails & Website Navigation AIMS E-LEARNING E-LEARNING COMMUNICATIONS
14/08/2026

FETADFA, IOLs, IOTH

OPENING REMARKS Emails & Website Navigation AIMS E-LEARNING E-LEARNING COMMUNICATIONS
15-16/08/2026 ORIENTATION OF POST GRADUATE (Teaching Facility Level 2)
17/08/2026

FOCLIS & FEMS, FSS

OPENING REMARKS Emails & Website Navigation AIMS E-LEARNING E-LEARNING COMMUNICATIONS
28/08/2026 ORIENTATION OF RECESS STUDENTS (Rukungiri)

Faculty/Institute Abbreviations

Abbreviation Meaning
KABSOM Kabale University School of Medicine
FOL Faculty of Law
FAES Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences
FOS Faculty of Science
FOCLIS Faculty of Computing, Library and Information Sciences
FEMS Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences
FOE Faculty of Education
FSS Faculty of Social Sciences
IOLS Institute of Language Studies
IOTH Institute of Tourism and Hospitality
FETADFA Faculty of Engineering, Technology, Applied Design and Fine Art

All newly admitted students are strongly encouraged to attend every scheduled session to gain a comprehensive understanding of the University’s academic procedures, student services, digital learning environment and institutional expectations. Participation in the orientation programme will equip students with the knowledge and resources necessary for a successful academic journey at Kabale University.

Students are advised to carefully review the detailed orientation schedule and report to the designated venues on the specified dates and times.

To help you prepare for life at Kabale University, all newly admitted students are encouraged to download and read the KAB Move-In Guide. This comprehensive guide provides essential information on academic life, student services, accommodation, health services, campus facilities, University policies, and practical tips to help you settle into the University community with confidence. It serves as an important companion as you begin your academic journey at Kabale University.

Download the KAB Move-In Guide (Fact Sheet) here

Issued by:
Office of the Academic Registrar
Kabale University

Comments (5)

  • inspiringcfd0aeb810 Reply

    I will be there

    August 6, 2026 at 11:19 am
  • Maria Reply

    Academic calender like for all students of 2026/2027

    August 6, 2026 at 11:21 am
  • Alozious Reply

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    August 6, 2026 at 11:59 am
  • Ainebyona Denis Reply

    ok am available in all activities

    August 6, 2026 at 12:09 pm
  • Ahereza Sandrah Reply

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    August 6, 2026 at 1:12 pm

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