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Varsity holds 4th Graduation Ceremony with high growth prospects

The 4th Graduation ceremony of The Co-operative University College of Kenya comes shortly after the university college has completed four years since elevation to a Constituent College of JKUAT on 4th November, 2011, being the first University College in Kenya focusing on training, research and consultancy in the field of co-operative. A total of 548 students were awarded various diplomas and certificates in Cooperative Management on the 20th November, 2015. The ceremony was presided over by the chancellor of JKUAT Prof.

4th GRADUATION CEREMONY: FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER, 2015

The Co-operative University College of Kenya (CUCK) hereby announces its 4th graduation ceremony to be held on FRIDAY 20TH NOVEMBER, 2015 at the Main Campus (Karen) starting at 8.00 a.m. All candidates who have qualified for the award of various Certificates and Diplomas in 2014/2015 academic year are invited to attend. EXAMINATION RESULTS All students who completed their programmes in 2014/2015 academic year are advised to check their examination results from their respective Faculties and Campuses from 2nd November, 2015. CONFIRMATION OF

African Co-operative Ministerial Conference Kicks Off in Botswana

The CUCK Principal Prof Douglas Shitanda and CUCK’s Institute of Co-operative Development, Director Prof. Esther Gicheru attends the African Co-operative Ministerial Conference, Gaborone; Botswana, from the 11-15th October, 2015. The Ministers’ Conference brings together governments and Co-operative movement leaders to take stock of the achievements made so far. The objective of bringing government and co-operative leaders together is to take stock of the achievements made based on the resolutions of the 10th African co-operative ministerial conference held in Kigali Rwanda and

Prequalification for Youth, Women And People Living With Disabilities for The Financial Year 2015-2016

The University College in its obligations to promote the 30% uptake of procurement opportunities, under youth, women and people with disabilities, wish to encourage the registration of firms, that have acquired, the relevant certificates from the National Treasury, to forward their applications the University College Procurement Department, for registration to be able to participate in the tendering proceedings as and when required, the requirements for registration are as follows: Certificate of incorporation Pin certificate Tax compliance certificate Provide Certificate under any of the following

Official Launch of the Samurai Jersey

The Co-operative University College rugby team launched its official Samurai jerseys at its home ground,CUCK main campus, just as the University rugby league is about to kick off this weekend. The Blue and white jersey with the Farus logo was well received by the technical bench and the players in general.It was launched officially by the Dean of Students Stanley Miringu and in attendance were head coach Mark Mwenesi,strength and conditioning coach Hassan Mkinisu, Medics Betina Onganyi,Team Manager Eliezel Njoroge, jersey

Reminder on Provision of Accommodation to Students in September, 2015

Reference is made to the earlier notice dated 4th August, 2015. Due to the increased student population, we have limited accommodation spaces in the institutional hostels. Therefore, preference will be given to first year, first semester students. You are strongly reminded to make early arrangements for alternative accommodation in privately owned hostels in the University College neighborhood. The earlier memo had listed some of the hostels that have been recommended by the Management. Kindly comply.

University Smart Card for Students

The University is in the process of migrating all students (JAB and SSP) to the HELB Enabled Smart Cards beginning this September. The smart card is a compulsory requirement for all HELB applicants in order to receive loan, this implies that all HELB funds will henceforth be disbursed to students’ smart card. The smart cards will be used for the following purposes. Student Identity Card. Student Fees payment- The card will contain three wallet as indicated below Tuition wallet-This will be loaded with

Provision of accomodation in September 2015

The University College student population has increased tremendously in the last few years. This has strained the available accommodation space for students within the University College. As a result, priority for accommodation will be given to first year first semester students. Alternative accommodation may be sought from the following hostels that have been inspected and recommended by the management.   S/NO NAME OF HOSTEL ADDRESS CAPACITY SERVICES COST 1 Beulah Karen Hostel Karen Marua Lane Mobile: 0722 663 506 /0736 668 610 54 bed capacity Both men and women 24 women 30 men ·Meals Weekdays – 2

Prof. Douglas Shitanda remarks in the ‘2015 IYF world camp’

World over, it has been recognized that the youth are facing unique challenges in the era of our times. It is in this regard that the International Youth Fellowship (IYF) has come to the hope of the youth worldwide. Recently, the Ag Vc of the Co-operative University of Kenya, Prof. Douglas Shitanda was a key speaker at the 2015 IYF world culture camp in Korea that took place from 5TH TO 16TH JULY 2015. Prof. Shitanda was appointed a member

Prof. Douglas Shitanda remarks in the ‘2015 IYF world camp and 3rd world education leaders forum’

World over, it has been recognized that the youth are facing unique challenges in the era of our times. It is in this regard that the International Youth Fellowship (IYF) has come to the hope of the youth worldwide. Recently, the Principal of the Co-operative University College of Kenya, Prof. Douglas Shitanda was a key speaker at the 2015 IYF world culture camp in Korea that took place from 5TH TO 16TH JULY 2015. Prof. Shitanda was appointed a