It's been just over 20 days since I left Victoria. Things here in Uganda and especially at ICMI have been truly enjoyable. Both the students and staff are very supportive and easy to get along with. I don't think I could have asked for a better group of people to work and associate with on a daily basis.
As of right now, the BHA students are here; I believe they are currently completing their fourth semester. Though I am not teaching this particular group of students, I have managed to spend the majority of my time volunteering at the Mulago hospital in the Maternity Ward on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; the remaining days are spent at the ICMI office attending to administrative work. Sister Tibifumera is the head nurse of the maternity ward and has been most accommodating. Though the trips into town are long, the experiences that I have gained through merely observing have been well worth it.
During this period of time I have also been able to experience quite a bit of the cultural aspects of Uganda -- we recently came back from a long trip to Bushenyi where we attended a burial. Amos has been kind enough to introduce me to his numerous family members. It was very nice of him and I appreciate it a lot. I believe that we are actually heading to Jinja next week with the Sprays and Hadleys for a brief stay overnight. I think that this trip will allow me to enjoy more of the natural beauties and aspects of Uganda.
Justin Mui