May 9, 2018

The Certificates for 2017 graduates are ready for collection as from Wednesday 7th February 2018. Each graduate is expected to personally come along with clearance form, Hire of gowns form, National ID and Student ID at examinations office. Note that Certificates for CCM, CBM, CPSM and other certificate programmes are not yet ready and we will communicate as soon as they are ready. That those who had not submitted declaration forms indicating the order of their names need to do so at their respective schools/Directorates/Campuses before their certificates can be prepared.

REMARKS OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR, CUK, PROF. KAMAU NGAMAU DURING THE ORIENTATION OF THE NEW DIPLOMA AND CERTIFICATE STUDENTS ON 16TH FEBRUARY, 2018 IN NORDIC HALL AT 1130 HOURSREMARKS OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR, CUK, PROF. KAMAU NGAMAU DURING THE ORIENTATION OF THE NEW DIPLOMA AND CERTIFICATE STUDENTS ON 16TH FEBRUARY, 2018 IN NORDIC HALL AT 1130 HOURS The Deputy Vice Chancellors: Academic Affairs, Prof. Emily Achieng’ Akuno  Finance, Planning and Administration, Prof. Esther Magiri Co-operative Development, Research and Innovation Prof. Isaac Nyamongo The Registrars,The Deans of Schools, Directors of Campuses, Institutes and Directories Chairpersons of departments Teaching and Non-teaching Members of staff,Students’ Leaders Present Our new students Ladies and gentlemen, This afternoon, marks a great milestone in your academic life. We are delighted at your choice to study at The Co-operative University of Kenya in Karen. This is a conducive learning environment for serious academic work. It is my hope that this environment favors your academic life to make you great men and women in future. Dear students, Perhaps you chose this University with limited knowledge. It is my hope and desire that the knowledge you have of this great University will be tremendously enhanced by the time you will be graduating. We endeavor to shape your academic life and your careers moving forward. I join my colleagues to welcome you to this very special University with a special mandate in the Republic of Kenya. Our expectation is that your energies, ideas and actions will significantly contribute towards making this institution better than you found it. Dear freshmen and women, You were selected to join CUK based on your performance and the choice you made to study here either through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Services or direct application. It is our hope and prayer that your sojourn in this institution will help you realize your career dreams and goals.I call upon you to adapt to the University system of running affairs as soon as possible and get on to the business that brought you here. As you may have been made aware of during the orientation programme, The Co-operative University of Kenya is known for the quality of our graduates. It is therefore incumbent upon you to maintain that high standard. In the University the role of a lecturer is to introduce you to a concept and it is upon the student to deepen their understanding through individual study of recommended texts. It is therefore your onus to befriend the library and make use of the resources that have been acquired at great expense. Ladies and gentlemen, I am aware over the week, you have interacted with various heads of sections and departments who gave you guidance on your stay here. I note with appreciation that since you came, we have not had any challenges and complaints. We are a student centered university with an open door policy. Further take note that we have elaborate structures as you have been advised for communication and handling conflicts or problems in case they rise. You are advised to acquaint yourself with the student rules and regulations as they guide your stay here.Dear students,As freshmen and women joining this University, you are well aware that Universities are centers of academic excellence. Our VISION STATEMENT is very clear; we strive to be a Leading Global University in Training, Research and Innovation for Co-operative Development. To this end we encourage students to develop innovative ideas that can be incubated into useful products for commercialization. The University is in the process of setting up an innovation and incubation center under CDRI. Our Dear Students, As a University, we value discipline. I call upon all of you to conduct yourselves maturely. Be reminded you that you came from your homes alone and alone you will go to the job market at the end of your programme. Most of the time, you start schooling as many but by the end of the session, some are filtered by the system due to various avoidable and unavoidable circumstances. You should endeavor to all graduate as a team at the end of your programme. We shall be glad to celebrate your success. I implore you to be our good ambassadors in and out of the school. Ladies and gentlemen, I am confident that The Co-operative University of Kenya is committed to provision of quality Co-operative Education, Training, Research and Consultancy, and we will continue as before to meet our customers’ expectations to the letter. The Co-operative University of Kenya was recertified to the ISO 9001:2015 in July 2017. To enable the University undertake its mandate as pledged in our service charter, we urge you to also to play you part dutifully by paying your fees. With regard to fees payment, the University shall strictly enforce its fee payment policy with effect from the current semester. The fee payment policy states that a student shall pay 50% at the beginning of the semester for registration and the balance 50% two weeks before the end of the semester to be allowed to sit examinations. The deadline for registration is three weeks from the beginning of the semester. A student who fails to pay the 50% by the deadline, they shall not be registered for that semester. He/she shall be required to defer his/her studies to the next available semester. There shall be no late registration.Lastly I call upon you to be your own moral prefects. Note that your life is yours alone; keep off from drugs. Be responsible citizens. Make use of your library resources and other resources available in the University. Participate in sporting activities and other co-curricular activities. This will make you an all-round student and a responsible citizen in future. Work closely with your student leaders and the office of the dean of students; in case of any complaints or misunderstanding, we have adequate structures to handle grievances; Civilization and decorum is our hallmark here at the University. With those few remarks, ladies and gentlemen, I welcome you to The Co-operative University

VC ADDRESS TO NEW STUDENTS The Ag. Vice Chancellor of The Co-operative University of Kenya ”CUK” has commended fresh students admitted at the University for various Diploma and certificate programs by the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Services. Addressing the students during the final day of their orientation on Friday 16th February 2018, the Vice Chancellor called on students to make use of the university’s resources and conducive learning environment to shape their careers and academic life. He reiterated the commitment of the University to ensure success in their in their academics, “We endeavor to shape your academic life and your careers moving forward. CUK New Students In an address delivered on his behalf by the Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic Affairs, Prof. Emily Akuno, the Vice Chancellor appealed to students to conduct themselves maturely noting that Universities are centers of Academic Excellence meant to build an all-round student, “As freshmen and women joining this University, you are well aware that Universities are centers of academic excellence. Our Vision Statement is very clear; we strive to be a Leading Global University in Training, Research and Innovation for Co-operative Development.”The Vice Chancellor reminded the fresh students that CUK has a good reputation among employers due to the high quality of graduates churned out. Prof. Ngamau asserted that no efforts will be spared by the University to ensure quality remains the hallmark of its training at all levels. The students were called upon to remain highly disciplined and maintain high standards of morality, “I call upon you to be your own moral prefects. Note that your life is yours alone; keep off from drugs. Be responsible citizens”.This batch of students joins the other self-sponsored degree and diploma students for the University’s January 2018 intake students at the University. Various officers and students leaders of the University were present during the address main campus, Karen.

The three Deputy Vice Chancellors in charge of various divisions of The Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK) have signed their Annual Performance Contracts with the CUK’s Ag. Vice Chancellor Prof. Kamau Ngamau for the FY 2017/18. These performance targets are cascaded from the University’s annual PC target signed by the Education Cabinet Secretary representing the Ministry Of Education and the University Council. Ag. Vice chancellor Prof. Kamau Ngamau, Prof. Isaac Nyamongo,DVC division of Co-operative Development, Research and Innovation The Co-operative University’s Ag. Vice chancellor Prof. Kamau Ngamau noted that these preface targets were derived from the University’s ambitious 5- Year Strategic Plan launched on 1st December 2017. He encouraged the Deputy Vice Chancellors to ensure that these targets are achieved by the end of the Performance Contracting period. He reiterated that if the CUK’s Mission and Vision have to be achieved, performance must be the hallmark. Prof. Ngamau noted that the quarterly performance reports from the divisions were at per with the expected targets. He advised that moving forward, the mid-year performance reports and evaluation needed to resonate with the quarterly performance reports. The three divisions at the University include the Division of Finance, Planning and Administration headed by Prof. Esther Magiri, the division of Academic Affairs headed by Prof. Emily Akuno and the division of Co-operative Development, Research and Innovation headed by Prof. Isaac Nyamongo. The signing was witnessed by the Registrars, Chris Kathoka, David Otiende, and Dr. Lydia Mutua respectively and the officer in charge of performance contracting Mr. Anthony Kibunyi. The signing of the performance contracts took place at the university’s main campus in Karen on 15th February, 2018. Ag. Vice chancellor Co-operative University Prof. Kamau Ngamau,Prof. Esther Magiri,DVC Division of Finance, Planning and Administration

The Co-operative University of Kenya’s newly appointed Council member Ms. Elizabeth Kimkung has paid a courtesy call to University’s office of the Vice Chancellor following her appointment by Education Cabinet Secretary. In a brief meeting held on Thursday 15th February, 2018 in his office, the CUK’s Ag. Vice Chancellor Prof. Kamau Ngamau congratulated Ms. Elizabeth on appointment as a Council member of the University and expressed his optimism that Ms. Kimkung’s expertise will be of great value to the University’s advancement. Ms. Elizabeth reiterated her commitment as a council member of the university to making her contribution go a long way to achieving the mission, vision of the university and also realize the agenda of the university council. She noted that The Co-operative University of Kenya’s niche market has a great potential for growth of the institution. Ms. Elizabeth was appointed a Council of the CUK via a Gazette Notice No. 925 of 26th January, 2018 by the former Cabinet Secretary for Education Dr. Fred Matiang’i following the revocation of the appointment of the late Ms. Mary Mati who passe

GHANA’S CUA CHIEF PAYS COURTESY CALL TO THE VICE CHANCELLOR Nana Kwasi Agyepong, the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana’s Co-operative Credit Union Association (CUA) Limited has paid a courtesy call to the office of the Vice Chancellor in a bid to seek collaborations with The Co-operative University of Kenya. Nana expressed his hope that once the two institutions get into mutual working relationship, co-operatives not only in Ghana but the entire West Africa will reap big from Kenya’s best co-operative services and boost their productivity. On his Part CUK’s Ag. Vice Chancellor Prof. Kamau Ngamau Earmarked the Commitment of The CUK to supporting growth of Co-operatives around the region and Africa. He called upon countries in need of a boost for Co-operative Education, Training, Research and Consultancy, CUK remains capable with adequate capacity for partnerships having had trained for various countries around Africa Including Uganda, Ethiopia, South Africa, Rwanda Among Others. Present during the meeting was the University’s Deputy Vie Chancellor Academic Affairs Prof. Emily Akuno and the CUK’s Public Relations Officer Mwongela Mikwa and ACCOSCA’S Franklin Musumi.

REMARKS BY THE COUNCIL CHAIRPERSON, THE CO-OPERATIVE UNIVERSITY OF KENYA DR. IBRAHIM M. ALI ON THE OCCASION OF THE OPENING OF THE CO-OPERATIVE UNIVERSITY OF KENYA’S 2ND ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON INNOVATIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE CO-OPERATIVE DEVELOPMENT 26TH MARCH, 2018 AT THE CRCC ⦁The PS State Department of Co-operatives Mr. Ismael Noor ,⦁ Members of the University Council ⦁ The Acting Vice-Chancellor, The Co-operative University of Kenya, Prof. Kamau Ngamau ⦁ The Deputy Vice-Chancellors & Members of the University Management Boards and Senates present, ⦁ CEOs of NACCOs, Co-operatives Societies and other organizations ⦁ The Co-operative University of Kenya Staff and Students ⦁ Invited Guests ⦁ Members of Staff and students; ⦁ Ladies and Gentlemen, I am happy to be part of this Conference on ‘Innovations for Sustainable Co-operative Development’ at The Co-operative University of Kenya. On my own behalf and on behalf of the University Council, I wish to pass my regards to the University Management Board and particularly to the Division of Co-operative Development, Research and Innovation for organizing this conference. I would like to first of all, wish all of you, a fruitful 2-day Conference here at CUK. Thank you for making it time to be here. Chief Guest, We are on the path to building a Shining University; we need not to concentrate to building towers but have a Knowledge Based University. That is how great Universities like Harvard, Stanford and others have differentiated themselves. The University Council is happy to note that CUK is taking matters academics seriously since award of a University Charter in the year 2016. The Council is informed that last year, such a conference could not materialize due to unpredictable political climate in Kenya then. We are hopeful that moving forward, annual conferences become more fruitful and beneficial to the University and attendants. Since antiquity, Universities have to generate knowledge, share ideas and provide tangible solutions to the challenges facing the society. To this end, this conference and future conferences held in this University must end on a high note; providing innovative solutions to concerns in the society. This way, we remain upbeat and in touch with humanity. Ladies and Gentlemen, At the National level, Co-operatives remain a powerful tool in pushing for economic growth. Further co-operatives have been taunted to remain strong in times of economic crisis. Many praises have been heaped on co-operatives. But, can co-operatives afford to remain dormant and enjoy the praises? You will all agree with me that times are changing fast and competition in the World is tight. Coops must wake up and run with the rest. Perhaps the Principles of Co-operatives may not change in the near future but may need redefinition. This University and such conferences must provide critical knowledge to the ‘future co-operative society’. Distinguished Participants, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am indeed hopeful that over the next two days, you will be able to exchange ideas, share knowledge and have a constructive discourse without interruptions. At a University level, such an opportunity to share knowledge must be taken nobly whichever the discipline it comes from. My Council would be keen to get positive gesture that this conference was a success. As a Council we believe that CUK has a great opportunity to shine as a young University. We remain steadfast to supporting good courses to build a better and an outstanding University.  Chief Guest, In conclusion, I wish to once again commend the efforts of everyone here today and those who will be here tomorrow for making this conference your memorable one. At the same time, my sincere appreciation goes to the sponsors of this conference for your financial support. I wish you all a memorable conference at CUK during your stay here and hopefully you achieve your objectives and aims.Ladies and Gentlemen, at this point in time, allow me to invite the Chief Guest who is the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Trade, Industry and Co-operatives, State Department of Co-operative Development Mr. Ismael Noor to officially open this conference.Thank you

REMARKS BY THE VICE CHANCELLOR, THE CO-OPERATIVE UNIVERSITY OF KENYA PROF. KAMAU NGAMAU ON THE OCCASION OF THE OPENING OF THE CO-OPERATIVE UNIVERSITY OF KENYA’S 2ND ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON INNOVATIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE CO-OPERATIVE DEVELOPMENT 26TH MARCH, 2018 AT THE CRCC The PS State department of co-operatives Mr. Ismael Noor,The Chairperson of the University Council, Dr. Ibrahim M. AliMembers of the University CouncilThe Acting Vice-Chancellor, The Co-operative University of Kenya, Prof. Kamau NgamauThe Deputy Vice-Chancellors & Members of the University Management Boards and Senates present,CEOs of NACCOs, Co-operatives Societies and other organizationsThe Co-operative University of Kenya Staff and StudentsInvited GuestsColleagues,Members of Staff and students;Ladies and Gentlemen, It is my pleasure to welcome you all to the 2nd Annual Conference of The CUK and also to The Co-operative University of Kenya today. This Conference serves the best interests not only for the academic but also to the expansive Co-operative sector in Kenya and around the region. It is my hope that at the end of this conference, all of us are going to gain extensively in terms of knowledge and sharing of ideas that can positively transform our society and spark innovations. This conference comes at the most opportune time as our Nation is on its heels for an Industrial take-off and at the backdrop of the government’s commitment to the agenda of the Big 4 Action Plan where the co-operative sector is best suited to deliver this top-notch agenda. I wish to thanks the Division of Co-operative Development Research and Innovation for their efforts to see this 2nd Annual Conference a success. Our Chief Guest,The Co-operative University of Kenya continues to play a vital role in the success and sustainability of the co-operative movement in Kenya and around Africa by training suitable manpower to manage the sector. I wish to reiterate our commitment to this course for the good of humanity. Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen,The theme of this conference ‘Innovations for Sustainable Co-operative Development’ is key to Universal Challenges Facing Co-operatives in Africa. Arguments have been advanced that coops in Africa have laid back in terms of innovations and especially in adoption of ICTs in their operations and sustained communications. By co-operatives adopting ICTs, they will be at a position to grow faster, reduce risks, be more accountable and better record keeping. The sub-themes of this conference address what may have ailed the Co-operative movement in this Country and in the Continent over the last few years. I believe by the end of this 2-day Conference, practical solutions will be suggested to revitalize the Co-operative movement in Kenya. Let us not be proud of just being the best in Africa; we need to be the best globally. Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen,This conference will also will create an immense resource and knowledge pool on Co-operatives, for Co-operatives and by Co-operative scholars. The best papers that will be picked in this conference are going to be published in our African Journal of Co-operative Development and Technology; this journal is an ignition spark into research on Co-operatives in this country. Let this be the iota of the much needed knowledge-based-economy in co-operative movement.   Our Chief Guest,Technology is a vital element that cannot be ignored in any sector. Its use in transformation of the financial sector enhances efficiency in the rich World of Co-operative enterprises in Kenya and in attracting more investors in its diversified fields. I challenge the researchers here today to think of a transformative and revolutionary use of technology that can help the co-operatives to attract more savings from their members, diversify products, improve service delivery and attract the youth into the movement. This will create a culture of savings amongst your groups and increase your capital bases; further, it will in create new possibilities and frontiers for entrepreneurship in Kenya. Our Chief Guest,Allow me at this moment recognize and extend our warm appreciation to the sponsors of this conference; the Co-operative Bank of Kenya, Shirika Sacco Society Limited, National Research Fund, Embassy of Denmark and the Global Communities Kenya. On behalf of the University Council and the Management Board, we are grateful and happy of your support. We look forward to future partnerships in similar and other endeavors.Ladies and gentlemen,I am certain that we are all going to put our best foot forward to make Co-operatives thrive in whichever small ways we choose to do it. Thank you and God Bless you