Prof. Ambrose Jagongo, Director of Nakuru Campus, welcomed the 21st KUSA Congress to Nakuru and underscored that leadership is a continuous journey grounded in learning, accountability, and service. He urged student leaders to maximize the forum by fostering unity, deepening their commitment to service, and enhancing effective delivery.
KUSA Chairperson, SK Thuku, formally introduced the 21st Congress to the Vice-Chancellor and the University Management. He highlighted key student concerns, notably the persistent lighting challenges across campus despite existing infrastructure, and stressed the need for timely approval of student events to prevent setbacks experienced in the previous year.
The Director of Student Affairs, Dr. Faith Nkuru, expressed appreciation to the Vice-Chancellor for convening the inaugural mid-semester Congress review, terming it a significant milestone in strengthening student leadership. She noted that KUSA activities are already underway, emphasized the need for strategic adjustments, and encouraged student leaders to remain focused, resilient, and to utilize available resources effectively in closing the term successfully.
Representing the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics), Prof Waceke Wanjohi,聽 Prof. Matthew Ngugi,聽 encouraged student leaders to uphold integrity, think strategically, and adopt a holistic approach to leadership. He further emphasized the importance of maintaining a healthy balance between leadership responsibilities and academic commitments.
Prof. Benard Kivunge, Registrar (Academics), delivered a presentation on emerging issues within the Academic Division and the role of student leadership in addressing them. He highlighted key factors affecting students鈥� academic experience and sensitized leaders on practical approaches to improving academic efficiency at 吃瓜头条.
In his keynote address, the Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. John Okumu, commended student leaders for their willingness to serve and for embracing the responsibility of leadership. He emphasized that leadership demands time, resilience, and dedication, noting that it is both a responsibility and an honor. He outlined key institutional interventions aimed at addressing current challenges, including enhancing academic relevance, strengthening institutional vibrancy, and ensuring financial and operational sustainability鈥攗nderscoring the critical role of student leadership in advancing these priorities. Prof. Okumu also assured students that the lighting challenges raised would be addressed.