Mount Kenya University Waives Fees for Graduates with Outstanding Balances.
Mount Kenya University (MKU) has taken a significant step to assist its graduates by waiving fees for those with outstanding balances. This decision is a welcome relief for students who completed their studies but were unable to collect their certificates due to unpaid fees. By removing this barrier, MKU is enabling these graduates to transition more smoothly into the job market, where proof of qualification is crucial for securing employment.
A Compassionate Move by MKU
Prof. Simon Gicharu, MKU’s Chairman and founder, led this initiative by directing the university to release certificates to students who had completed their studies but were still burdened by unpaid fees. He recognized the challenges these graduates face, particularly how the lack of a certificate can hinder their job prospects. This decision underscores MKU’s commitment to supporting its students even after they have left the institution.
Moreover, Prof. Gicharu urged graduates to repay their arrears once they secure employment. He emphasized that the funds collected from these payments would be used to support needy students through the Chancellor’s Scholarship. This initiative also extends to previous graduates from MKU’s Rwanda campus, demonstrating the university’s dedication to all its alumni.
Expanding Global Opportunities
In addition to this compassionate move, Prof. Gicharu highlighted the success of MKU’s international partnerships, particularly those with institutions in Germany and Austria. These collaborations have opened up valuable opportunities for MKU graduates, especially in the healthcare sector.
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One notable partnership is with Koblenz University of Applied Sciences in Germany, which has provided apprenticeship opportunities for nursing professionals from Eastern Africa in German hospitals. The first group of students embarked on this journey in April 2024, with a second group, including members of the current graduation cohort, set to depart in September 2024. To ensure their success, the German Government, through DAAD, appointed Ms. Charlotte Katharin Filbry to help prepare these students, including mandatory German language training.
Additionally, MKU has formed a partnership with Austrian health authorities and Lebenshilfe Tirol, allowing the integration of 40 trained MKU nurses annually into Austrian hospitals and elderly care homes. The first two candidates in this program are scheduled to leave for Austria in October.
Innovation and Incubation Center at MKU
MKU’s commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship is evident in its partnership with the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry to establish an innovation and incubation center at the university. This center, funded by a World Bank grant, aims to support early-stage businesses across various sectors, including manufacturing, agriculture, the creative economy, health, and ICT.
Prof. John Struthers, MKU’s Chancellor, praised the university’s growth and its ability to form global partnerships. He noted that these collaborations have significantly expanded opportunities for both students and faculty. MKU’s partnerships extend beyond Europe, with significant collaborations involving institutions from Japan and Australia. Locally, partnerships with organizations like Cape Media’s Talent Academy and the Kenyatta University Teaching, Research and Referral Hospital (KUTRRH) have also been highlighted as major achievements.
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Celebrating Academic Excellence
MKU recently celebrated its 25th graduation ceremony at the University’s Happy Valley Grounds in Thika, where 7,974 students graduated. The event was a momentous occasion, marking a significant milestone in the lives of the graduates and the university itself.
The chief guest at the ceremony, Dr. Beatrice Muganda Inyangala, Principal Secretary of the State Department for Higher Education and Research, emphasized the government’s commitment to research-based solutions as part of its Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda. She also acknowledged MKU’s contributions to Sustainable Development Goal Number Four (SDG 4) on access to quality education. Notably, MKU has served as the host of the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) SDG 10 Hub on Reduced Inequalities for the past three years, further solidifying its role in promoting inclusive and equitable education.
The ceremony also featured an inspiring address by Rev. Jackson Ole Sapit, the ACK Archbishop, who offered valuable advice to the graduates. He encouraged them to seek wisdom in applying the skills they have acquired during their time at MKU. Rev. Sapit emphasized the importance of making wise decisions, particularly in family matters, and reminded the graduates that wisdom should guide their actions as they step into the next chapter of their lives.
In conclusion, MKU’s decision to waive fees for graduates with outstanding balances reflects the university’s commitment to supporting its students beyond their academic journey. This move, coupled with the university’s global partnerships, innovation initiatives, and the recent graduation ceremony, underscores MKU’s role as a leading institution in Kenya and beyond. As graduates step into their future careers, they do so with the backing of an institution that prioritizes their success and well-being.
Mount Kenya University Waives Fees for Graduates with Outstanding Balances.
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