FoA presents 21 graduates at the 65th UoN graduation ceremony

The Faculty of Arts presented 21 graduates at the 65th University of Nairobi graduation ceremony.

The Dean of the Faculty of Arts presented 5 PhD degrees, 3 Masters students and 13 Bachelors degrees to the Chancellor, Dr. Vijoo Rattansi.

In her speech, Dr. Rattansi encouraged the class of 2021 that graduation presents an opportunity to start afresh and to embark on new beginnings.

On her part, the Chief Administrative Secretary, Ministry of Education, Ms. Mumina Gallo Bonaya pointed out, that in difficult times, universities must step-up to offer leadership in research, innovation, and technology. She thus encouraged the graduating class:

“You the graduands carry the hope for a better future for our country. You must find ways of contributing to national development with all the knowledge that you have acquired. It is your time to make your contribution in nation-building.”

Ms. Bonaya delivered the speech on behalf of the Cabinet Secretary for Education, Prof. George Magoha.

The Vice-Chancellor, UoN, Prof. Stephen Kiama echoed Ms Mumina’s sentiments and vowed to continue implementing measures that promote National Cohesion and National Values. 

 “Everybody irrespective of his /her background should consider the University as his /her home. We shall accord everybody the opportunity to grow and thrive at the university without discrimination. We shall continue to promote diversity.”

 Speaking on behalf of the University Council, Eng. Kariuki Muchemi strongly urged the youth; in the context of exercising their civic duties, to avoid being misled or misused by continuing to stand together as comrades and to always hold politicians accountable.

Overall, 4,205 students were conferred degrees and awarded diplomas at the 65th graduation ceremony; 1 Higher Doctorate Degree, 79 PhD Degrees, 378 Masters, 17 postgraduate diplomas, 3,459 Bachelors, 271 Diplomas.