The successful completion of my master program gives me the opportunity and profound pleasure to express my gratitude to all who contributed in one way or another

In all this I return all the glory to God Almighty who saw me through in my academic pursuit for a Master's Degree in Environmental Management at Kampala University in the Republic of Uganda without recording any Carryover in all courses offered yet still came out Successfully. 

It is Finished. I am so grateful to report that I successfully attended my graduation and was greeted as "mem. Deng Emmillo Mou" by my confined in previous days this month of May - 2023. This has been an unexpected journey for me and for the rest, but something I desired to do for my future family, my country south sudan and myself. When people hear about me, some are genuinely happy for me and congratulate me whereas some are envious and state that "I am very lucky". But not everyone knows my entire story and how much I have gone through to survive in this academic journey. 

For those who may not know, my Masters is a Master in Environmental Management from KAMPALA UNIVERSITY, the Capital's Chartered University in the Republic of Uganda. I chose a concentration in Communities, which will eventually change the suffering of the people. My dissertation topic was "Effect of Drought on Food Security in Gogrial West County, South Sudan."

There are so many people I want to thank, but I thought I would just share the acknowledgements page from my graduation so that these people could see what I had to say about them.

Acknowledgements

First and foremost, I truly desire to express my sincere gratitude to my all-mighty Creator, without whom none of this would have been possible to begin with. I give thanks to Allah S.W.T for giving me the strength, protection, wisdom, and guidance I needed to overcome all the difficult challenges I had while accomplishing my studies from primary till now to the level of master's degree of Environmental Management. 

Throughout this graduation step, I am also appreciative of the support from the government of H.E Dr. Gen. Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the republic of South Sudan, who have provided ongoing assistance throughout my studies and cheered me on to completion, parents, friends, church, coworkers, and professors. I am sincerely grateful to Dr. Henry Stanley Mbowa for his guidance throughout the process as He was my committee chair and the chief supervisor and department of environmental Science of graduate school representatives for his encouragement, corrections and constructive criticism that heightened in me a sense of responsibility and punctiliousness for the completion of this master program. He was very nice and friendly to me. 

The cordial relationship I enjoyed with him contributed immensely to easing the tensions and frustrations that come with a master's degree holder. His timely feedback, wise insights, and practical suggestions helped advance my work, especially during challenging times. I am also grateful to Dr. Sarah Hacker and Dr. Rick Fleenor for being a part of my dissertation committee then. Their interactions and contributions were invaluable throughout the process.

I couldn't do any of this alone, I had a very handful of people in my life who tagged along with me throughout my journey and I am really really Thankful to God (Allah) for these precious people, for encouraging me many years ago to pursue graduate studies and assuring me that I could be successful. MEM. Deng Emmillo Mou, their words challenged me to take a step toward master studies when they said pointedly, "The life of South Sudan needs more masters or PhDs, Chairman, Board of Directors of Starford International University Cde. Dium Cyer Cyer Deng, Ahmed Kuol Kuot Ph.D and Molana Elfaki Chol Deng Ph.D the Former Dean College of Law of Juba University thank you for supporting me with your words of encouragement and blessing to continue with my studies for the Ph.D enroll Program in the nearest period. 

Thank you to my Dad Emmillo Mou Mawel, who modeled a life of sacrifice and calling for me daily. He taught me to love everyone, serve others, and find ways to contribute to the life of the crowns they led. I am also grateful for you.

Finally, I wish to thank my mom Ayak Akech Garang for the sacrifices and support she has given me throughout my studies. Thank you for encouraging me every step of this unexpected journey. Your patience, understanding, and willingness to fill the void for our parents while I was busy reading, writing, researching, and attending classes—without complaint—demonstrates your unshakeable love for and faith in me. Thank you for your sacrifices, as well. You are my greatest inspiration for pushing beyond what seems impossible and my greatest joy comes in knowing that you “are walking in the truth" (3 John 1:4).

I am also indebted to all my lecturers; The Chancellor. Prof. Mondo George Kagonyer. Ph.D Comparative Pathology California, MSc California, B.V.Sc Nairobi, Cert. Ed Nairobi,  Chairman Council Prof. Syed Abidi Ph.D H.c  LF. U.U.S.A D. Lit Hc KU, M.A Pol. Sc. Agra. M.Lib. Sc. (Delhi), Dip Germ, Arabic, Hindi, Persian, B.A Hons, PGD Lib. Sc, Deputy Vice Chancellor Dr. Wardah M. Rajab Gyagenda, Ph.D International Affairs & Development, Clark Atlanta University, USA, MSc. Agricultural and Applied Economics, Clemson University, USA B.A Social Administration & French MUK, Uganda, Cert. PPM IYECA Uganda, Academic Registrar. Segawa Ahmed Hamza, M.A. Ethics B.A Arts Mak, PGDE MAK, Mak  Ph.D cand. Mak, Director graduate school and research, Dr. Binenwa Jean Bosco, Ph.D- Peace and conflict Studies Kwazulu Natal university, MA-Social science Kwazulu Natal university,  BA-SS National University of Rwanda,  professor J. E. Otu for her love, advice and support. Prof. E. M. ushie, Prof R. P. Abia, Prof. W. A. Mboto, Asso. Prof. G. R. Etuk, Prof. S. O. Ering, Prof. P. A. Ojua,  Dr. D. F. M. Attah, Asso. Prof. F Nkpoyen, Prof. E. N. Nwagbara and Asso. Prof. O. K. Osonwa  for their scholarly contribution that have helped to shape my intellectual horizon. 

Special thanks to the Director of graduate school and research, Dr. Binenwa Jean Bosco, Ph.D who piloted the postgraduate students in the department as at the time of inception  of his fatherly love, advice and support. Thank you for all the years of guidance, advice, and trust you have bestowed upon me. Indeed, I can not thank you enough for being such a wonderful mentor over the past years, both professionally and personally.

My acknowledgement will not be complete without appreciating my friends and colleagues, and other well wishers who are far and near celebrated with me. 

FRIENDS INDEED:...

1- James Kuek Deng Kuek

2- Ring Machar makuei

3- Marial Mayom Akech

4- Cde. Aduol Abech Kiir

5- Santino Majok Madut 

6- James Thiam Lual Nyang

7- Uncle Peter Agoth Ayom

8- Lazarus Bak Madut Chimiir

9- Lino Manyuon Makuch

10- Achuil Gong de Mabior

11- Maluk Agany Kur

12- uncle Akot Nokdit

13- Prophet James Kuan Anyar

14- Dut Lual Anei 

15- Makur Dhuol Ajhok

16- Ayom Wol Majok Mawien

17- Gatwech Biel Nyuot

18- Barnabas Bol Mathew Mathiang 

19-  Paul Nyang Malueth Adiu

20- Majak Akuoch Mayendit

21- Mawel Wol Mawel

21- Peter Ngong But

23- Akot Aguot Thel

24- Wilson Wek Deng 

25- Prime Minister 

26- John Malim Bak

27- Aaron Sunday Marial

27- Akolde Matuet

28- Alich Majok Ngor

29- Garang Athian Deng 

30- Atak Deng Atak 

31- Deng Kamilo Mayot Kuol 

32 Deng Santino 

33- Deng Acholdit 

34- Dhel Bol Dhel 

35- Monydit Bol Wol 

36- Bol Deng Kuek 

37- Wol Deng Wol 

38- Wol Season 

39- Awar Peter Muor 

40 Lual Maror Ngok

41- Majok Akuch

42- Wol Ayii 

43- Akot Ron Atur

44- Uncle Lino Kuch Garang 

45- Daniel Amet Ayiik

46- Oliu Gabriel, pardon me if I omit to mention anyone who, in one way or the other, contributed to the success of the event.

Colleagues:...

1- Christopher Enya

2- Chiamaka Egwonwu

4- Esther Ewosa 

5- Ugali Ugo 

6- Juliet Njirinze

7- Charity Eno

8- Ahmed Ahmed

9- Akon Kino

10- Natake Milly

11- Anisa Idow Ali

12- Nunguankwa Mastaki

13- Wasswa Kayo

14- Fatma Hamoud Juma

15- Zahra Abdullahi Araye

16- Bishara Salum Kassum

17- Kolonga Luse-Lua-Nzambi

18- Liban Mohamed Eimoi

19- Ahmed Ali Hilowle

20- Ali Kombo Ali

21- Nouh Mohamed Mohamed

22- Juma Mohamed Said

23- Abdi Ali Abdi

24- Likange Chibwana Albert

25- Tasnima Dirie

26- Yusuf Osman Yusuf

27- Omar Ibrahim Hassan

28- Ismail Bashir Ali

29- Mohamed Omar Mohamed

30- Abdullahi Mohamed Ali

31- Sundus Ahmed Ali

32- Nasiro Ali Ahmed

33- Mohamed Ahmed Mohamed

34- Asuquo Etim, who I shed ideas, notes and often engage in rewarding academic disputation. I say thank you all., Not forgetting my typists Endurance Promise Jackson and Emmanuel Alex James who typed the work and assisted in making sure my term papers and assignment were ready on time and to everyone who has helped in one way or the other throughout the period of my studies. God is the doer of these great things to him alone be all the Glory.

Pls NOTE: your bold step can make way for others ... Be a Pace setter. May God reward and bless you all. May The Blessings Be. Thank you for all your support and good wishes.

God bless you all.......