Born with short stature that made standard classroom chairs unusable, Samson once struggled to focus and learn effectively. Today, that narrative has changed. SUA, guided by its internal policies on inclusivity, custom made a special stool for him, restoring not just comfort but also dignity and motivation to learn.

"I couldn't sit on regular chairs because of my height. Now I have my special stool, and I feel comfortable and peaceful in class," he shared with a smile.

Mobility was another barrier; moving from the hostels to classrooms every day was an energetic task. However, SUA ensures that no student is left behind; a university owned tuk tuk now transports students with disabilities to and from their classes.

"It's truly uplifting. I had to come and thank the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Raphael Chibunda, in person for all the support we receive,” Samson said.

This support is not by chance, Prof. Chibunda explains that SUA has institutional policies dedicated to assisting students and staff with disabilities. With additional support from the HEET project, SUA has enhanced its efforts by providing assistive technologies such as tablets for the visually impaired, braille embossers, and hearing aids.

"We're committed to creating an enabling learning environment, and we welcome suggestions like Samson’s, which help us improve further,” noted Prof. Chibunda.

For Samson, SUA is more than just a university. it's a community.