The Institut Catholique de Kabgayi (ICK) community came together on the evening of Friday, June 19, 2026, for an exciting celebration of student talent during the second edition of ICK Talent Day, an event that showcased the diverse abilities of students beyond the classroom.
In the presence of the Vice Chancellor of ICK, Fr. Prof. Fidèle Dushimimana, the Head of Student Services, deans, lecturers, and other members of the university community, students entertained the audience through music performances, modern and traditional dance, poetry recitals, and other artistic presentations.
Speaking during the event, Fr. Prof. Dushimimana emphasized that ICK is committed not only to academic excellence but also to nurturing students’ talents and providing them with opportunities to grow in all aspects of life.
“It is wonderful to have a day like this that reminds us that at ICK we do not promote classroom learning alone. We also encourage our students to apply the knowledge they acquire every day to develop their talents while enjoying moments of creativity and celebration,” he said.
The Vice Chancellor assured students that the university is ready to provide every form of support needed to help them develop their talents.
“We want you to take the initiative to nurture the talents you possess, and we will be here to support you in every possible way, whether through coaches, equipment, or any other resources that may be required,” he added.
Fr. Prof. Fidèle Dushimimana, the Vice Chancellor of ICK
He also encouraged students to make the most of their youthful years by discovering their abilities and working hard to transform them into opportunities for personal growth and future success.
Jeanne Uwineza, the Head of Student Services at ICK, described Talent Day as an important opportunity for students to relax from the demands of academic life while expressing themselves creatively.
“It is truly exciting. An event like this gives students an important opportunity to take a break from their daily academic responsibilities,” she said.
She added that talent development helps students build self confidence while contributing to national development through the creativity and innovation of young people.
Uwineza further urged students to remain disciplined and committed in everything they do.
“Good discipline and dedication are the most important qualities for anyone who wants to achieve their future goals,” she said.
The Guild President Kanangire Pierre, thanked the university leadership for institutionalizing Talent Day as an annual event.
“We are grateful to the university leadership for establishing this annual event. It provides students with a valuable platform to showcase their talents in music, dance, art, and many other fields,” he said.
He added that the event also strengthens friendship, unity, and collaboration among students while providing an opportunity to relax from academic activities.
One of the participants, Hakizimana Daniel, a student in the Faculty of Education, praised the initiative, saying it allows students who rarely have opportunities to perform to showcase their abilities.
“Many students have talents but lack opportunities to demonstrate them. Events like this give us the platform we need, and we are grateful to our university leadership for organizing it,” he said.
The success of the second edition of ICK Talent Day reaffirmed the university’s commitment to providing holistic education by combining academic excellence with talent development.
University leaders reiterated their readiness to continue supporting students with diverse talents so they can reach their full potential and make meaningful contributions to society.
Currently, ICK has more than 6,000 students enrolled in various academic programs, including Journalism and Public Relations, Nursing and Midwifery, Education, Accounting, Social Sciences, Urban and Rural Development, Environmental Studies, and several other disciplines.
