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 MAY 2017 INTAKE FOR SELF-SPONSORED STUDENTS

  The Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK) is a chartered Public University established by the Government of Kenya under the Universities Act 2012. The main campus of CUK is located in Karen, approximately 20km from Nairobi City Centre, a very conducive environment for serious academic engagement and learning. The Vision of the University is to be a leading Global University in Training, Research and Innovation for Co-operative Development; whereas the Mission of the university is to provide Innovative Education, Training, Research, and

CLEARANCE FOR APRIL 2017 END OF SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS

  All undergraduate students are hereby notified that examinations under reference will be commencing on Tuesday 25th  April, 2017. You are therefore encouraged to observe the following:- Clear any outstanding fee balances before Friday 21st April 2017 and ensure that you print your examination card in time to avoid last minute inconveniences. Incase of any hitch encountered while printing the cards, liaise with ICT support officers for assistance. Kindly note that those without examination cards will not be allowed to sit for examination. In addition to

PROF. EMILY ACHIENG’ AKUNO APPOINTED AS CUK’S DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR, ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

  The Cabinet Secretary for Education, Science and Technology Dr. Fred Matiangi has appointed Prof. Emily Akuno the new Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs at The Co-operative University of Kenya. Prof. Akuno takes over from the University’s former Ag. DVC AA Prof. Kamau Ngamau currently the Ag. Vice Chancellor of The Co-Operative University of Kenya. Emily Achieng’ Akuno is a Professor of Music at the Technical University of Kenya. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree from Kingston University,

PROF. ISAAC K. NYAMONGO APPOINTED DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR

  Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Education, Science and Technology Dr. Fred Matiang’i has appointed Prof. Isaac k. Nyamongo as the Deputy Vice Chancellor for Co-operative Development, Research and Innovation at The Co-operative University of Kenya. Prof. Nyamongo comes in to head the newly created Division for Co-operative Development, Research And Innovation, a function which was earlier on been domiciled at the institute for co-operative development (ICD). Isaac K. Nyamongo is a Professor of Anthropology. He holds a PhD in Anthropology from the University

VARSITY HOLDS A RESEARCH, MONITORING AND REVIEW WORKSHOP

  The Co-operative University of Kenya has held a one-day Research, Monitoring and Review Workshop in its main campus Karen. The workshop held on 7th April, 2017 was officially opened by the University’s Ag. Vice Chancellor Prof. Kamau Ngamau represented by Prof. Esther Magiri, The University’s Ag. Deputy Vice Chancellor Finance, Planning and Administration. The workshop takes place after establishment of a new division at the University; Division of Co-operative Development, Research and Innovation headed by the newly appointed Prof. Isaac Nyamongo.

CO-OPERATIVE UNIVERSITY ROLLS IN PARTNERS TO REVAMP ICT USAGE AMONG KENYAN COOPERATIVES AND SET TO BE DATA CENTRE

  The Co-operative University of Kenya is set to leading the vibrant co-operative sector in Kenya into embracing ICT usage in their operations. Hosting a two-day workshop of all key players in the sector in the Countrywide at the University on 22nd and 23rd March, 2017, CUK remained upbeat in revitalization and providing the relevant research and education framework to a successful end. The workshop under the theme “Embracing ICTs in Co-operatives for Sustainable Development” brought on board the Ministry of

GLOBAL MONEY WEEK COMPETITION

EXCLUSIVE FOR THE CO-OPERATIVE UNIVERSITY OF KENYA STUDENTS Dear Students, You are called upon to actively participate in this exclusive competition for the Global Money Week Competition by SASRA A in partnership with the Joint Financial Regulators; The Central Bank of Kenya, Capital Markets Authority, Insurance Regulatory Authority, and Retirement Benefits Authority. The Global Money Week is slated for 27th March- 2nd April, 2017   #CooperativeUnivGlobalMoneyWeekCompetition

KENYA’S COOPS BOOSTED AS THE CO-OPERATIVE UNIVERSITY GETS INTO PROGRESSIVE PACTS

The Co-operative University of Kenya, Kipepeo Imaging and Chartered Institute of Marketing have signed innovative pacts for capacity building of Micro, Small and Medium Entrepreneurs Co-operative Enterprises in Kenya dubbed Trade & Commerce Hub Africa (TRACOHA) project. The trio are set to develop an information hub for Co-operative enterprises, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) which will enhance and stimulate partnerships between the private and public sector in creating a Web Portal and Business Center that can be

KIRIMA LAUNCHES A BOOK ON PROJECT MANAGEMENT

  The Dean School of Business & Economics at The Co-operative University of Kenya Dr. Kennedy Kirima has launched his newest text “Project Management Theory and Practice”. Presiding over the colorful launch ceremony at the University’s Main Campus in Karen on Monday 20th February 2017, the Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Lands & Physical Planning Prof. Jacob Kaimenyi lauded Dr. Kirima for his resilience and commitment to scholarly work. Decrying the derailing status in the academic arena in terms of

H.E PRESIDENT KENYATTA HONORS PROF. E. N. GICHERU

    President Uhuru Kenyatta has awarded Prof. E. N. Gicheru, of The co-operative University of Kenya with the Order of the Grand Warrior of Kenya, (OGW) during the last year’s 12th December, 2016 Jamhuri Day Celebrations. In a Gazette Notice Dated 10th December, 2016, The President recognized the Contribution of the few Kenyans feted among them Prof. Gicheru in recognition of distinguished and outstanding services to the Nation in various capacities and responsibilities.   Installing the honor upon her on 8th February 2017, Principal