Strengthening University Experiences: StarrTix Partners with UNIMAK to Transform Event Management in Sierra Leone
Business • 18 Sep 2025
At StarrTix, we believe that unforgettable moments start with intentional planning, seamless access, and a powerful event experience. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce the next chapter in our journey a strategic partnership with the University of Makeni (UNIMAK), one of Sierra Leone’s leading private universities, to manage and support their graduation ceremonies and broader event ecosystem. This marks a significant milestone in our mission to modernize event experiences across higher education institutions in Sierra Leone.
The Partnership: What It Means
Our partnership with UNIMAK is focused on delivering technology-driven ticketing, guest invitation, and access control solutions for their key institutional events—starting with the upcoming graduation ceremony and expanding into:
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Matriculations
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Student leadership elections
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Academic workshops and conferences
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Alumni networking events
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Career fairs and exhibitions
This collaboration is not just about handling logistics it’s about elevating the experience for students, staff, and guests alike, ensuring that every milestone moment is handled with excellence and ease.
What StarrTix Brings to the Table
Here’s how StarrTix is adding value to UNIMAK’s event operations:
1. Digital Ticketing & Invitations
No more manual processes. Each invited guest receives:
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A unique, scannable QR ticket
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Digital invites with RSVP capabilities
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Automated reminders and confirmations
2. Real-Time Attendee Management
With our dashboard, event organizers can track:
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Total invites sent vs. confirmed attendance
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Guest check-in flow on the event day
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Security control at multiple entry points
3. Brand-Aligned Experiences
We customize all communication and ticket materials to reflect the UNIMAK brand, maintaining professionalism and student pride.
4. Student Internship Integration
As part of the partnership, StarrTix will onboard UNIMAK students (particularly those studying Marketing, IT, or Event Management) as interns providing hands-on training, career exposure, and portfolio-building opportunities.