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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 of the International IYF advisory committee at the same event. In the ‘2015 IYF world camp and 3rd world education leaders forum’ in Korea , CUK got into preliminary MoUs to collaborate with Gulu University (Uganda), Uganda Martyrs University/ Uganda, Mongolian University of Humanities Darkhan branch /Mongolia, The higher Institute of electrical engineering/ Burkina Faso and Mahanaim Educational Institute (college) run by IYF Worldwide. Here are the remarks that Prof. Shitanda made in Korea.The President of IYFGovernment Ministers,Leaders of World InstitutionsMembers of the NGO fraternityLadies and Gentlemen,I am delighted today for this great event taking place in Korea under the umbrella of the International Youth fellowship (IYF). It is indeed wonderful for me to be here to embrace the International Youth Fellowship’s idea of bringing world leaders together from diverse cultures and all over the Globe with the sole objective of enhancing the interest of the youth and nurturing their spiritual growth. This being my first time in Korea, I say thank you to IYF and the people of the Republic of Korea for the tremendous support received.I stand here today as the Principal of The Co-operative University of Kenya. The University was established under Legal Order 161 of 4th November 2011 as a Constituent College of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology with the sole mandate of being a leading institution in Co-operative Education, Training, Research and Consultancy. At this point in time, the institution awaits the award of Charter to attain full University status. The institution is situated on the outskirts of Nairobi city and close to the famous Nairobi National park. I welcome you ALL to tour Kenya and enjoy the wildlife warmth.With over 18,000 registered Co-operative enterprises commanding over 10 Million memberships with over US$4 million in deposits, Kenya has a huge advantage in job creation, products development, industrial attachment, and industrialization among others through co-operative ventures.For me, this forum would not have come at a better time than it is today when the youth agenda is vital among the leaders of the World. As the World thinks about the youth, I challenge them to think more about themselves today, tomorrow and in the future. The government of Kenya has taken the youth agenda seriously by allocating Millions of US$ for Youth Fund and by guaranteeing allocation of 30% of all Government procurement budget for youth, women and people with physical challenges.As an institution of higher learning, we have a great responsibility to mould the youth through teaching, training, research and consultancy, thus enabling them to become innovators, entrepreneurs, managers, leaders and dependable citizens. The youth therefore have a golden opportunity to transform the World and improve their livelihoods for a better tomorrow.The youth should therefore not shy away from leadership and since the world leaderships are becoming friendlier to the youth than ever before. They should therefore focus their energies on this competitive advantage and run with it. The youth should be well aware of the challenges facing the World today including climate change so as to ensure their own children have a world to inherit.It is quite unfortunate that each day about 3,000 youths all over the world get newly infected with HIV/AIDS. The youth have the power to change these statistics to zero.Worldwide, over 73 million youths are unemployed. Your actions and voice towards this are critical. If the youth lived beyond the technology age, still the 73 million-digit can be reduced to zero. The youth do not need any special preparation to change the world or the order of things. They just need themselves and their vision. The youth have a challenge to free the World from slavery, discrimination, gender incongruence, recklessness and vanity of vanity among others.Education is a vital component for the youth of all nations. One writer, Dr. Ben Carson, in his book, The Gifted Hands, asserts that education is the greatest equalizer. He further notes that education makes the poorest of the poor to dine with the kings and queens of the World. Were it not for education, then we all could not be in this forum today.As an University , we therefore take our responsibility to educate, disseminate knowledge, do research and carry out industrial based consultancy very seriously. We at the same time allow the youth take the central role in our mandate thus making a significant contribution to the growth of the Nation and the World at large.To support the course of the youth, my University has impact on three major projects namely;• Modern Learning Resource Centre• Information Technology Upgrade• Institute of Co-operative DevelopmentI have details on the same for your information. I therefore call upon all well wishers and interested parties for your support.In conclusion, allow me to invite you ones again to The Co-operative University of Kenya. Come and see how we train our youth to run the best co-operative business model in Africa, which is also the 7th Best in the World. Come and enjoy the great wonders of wildlife and great people of Kenya.Allow me to once again thank the IYF and the people of the Republic of Korea for such great forum and support accorded for the sake of the youth in the World.Thank you very much and God bless you all

The Co-operative University College of Kenya is hosting its first ever international conference on co-operative business. The theme of the conference is “Entrepreneurship and Technology for Sustainable Socio-Economic Development”. This is a forum for interdisciplinary interactions among academia, researchers, Policy makers, Government and business leaders to exchange ideas with a view to finding suitable solutions to some of the challenges facing the society, private and public organizations. The 3-day (17th-19th June 2015) event was officially opened by the CS MoIE&D, represented by commissioner of co-operatives Mr. Patrick Musyimi saw the university launch their first journal; African Journal on Co-operative Development and Technology. Other keynote speakers at the conference on the first day include: CEO KENAFF, Dr. John Mutunga, promoting agribusiness for food security in Kenya Commissioner of Co-operatives Mr. Patrick Musyimi, The role of co-operative movement in enterprise ventures CEO KUSSCO Mr. George Ototo, innovations in Saccos Chairman Transition authority, Mr. Kinuthia WaMwangi, Devolution and Development, does it work? CUCK’s 1st International Conference on Co-operative Business is a unique and historic event not only in Kenya which is a leader in Africa in terms of co-operative development and 7th best in the world. Co-operative enterprises are very important to global economic development. Kenya’s long history of Co-operative development is characterized by strong growth, thus making a significant contribution to the overall economy. Co-operatives are recognized by the

CUCK students are set to benefit from an accommodation financing deal got into by the University and Jamii Bora Bank. The two institutions got into a pact that will Facilitate & provide financing to investors willing to offer land and construct hostels near to and around the University; this comes as The Co-operative University College of Kenya is bustling with high student enrolment and further set to increase as the demand for the University education keeps on growing in the country. Further, as the University College is set to become a fully fledged University, the demand for students’ accommodation is set to be high and therefore there is need to avert any eventuality of students’ accommodation crises. Speaking during the signing ceremony held on Friday 15th may, 2015 at the University’s main campus in Karen, the CUCK Principal Prof. Douglas Shitanda noted that with the demand of the Co-operative professionals in the country, the University needed more investors to put up accommodation facilities in the nearby areas of Karen, Ongata Rongai and Gataka to cater for the increased students’ population. The Principal lauded the Jamii Bora bank for the step in financing the project. The Jamii Bora Bank is set to Offer financing directly to the investors for the construction of students hostels as approved by the university and the county authorities and further ensure the private investors comply with all laid down construction procedures and requirements. The Chief Commercial Officer Mr. Timothy Kabiru expressed his optimism that this project will enhance the University to cater for its growing number of students the financial sector in the country much needed.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR ARCHITECTURAL AND RELATED SERVICES FOR AN INFRASTRUCTURE LAYOUT PLAN REF: NO.CUCK/EO1/03/2014/2015/2 The Co-operative University College intends to engage a Consortium to provide professional services in relation to Development of a Master Plan for the Main Karen Campus. Existing Infrastructure shall be mapped as part of the Services. The outline proposal shall include the conceptual framework, planning consideration for every facility, model designs of typical blocks all this leading to an all-inclusive master plan. Co-operative University College of Kenya now invites Expression of Interest from Consortia comprised of experienced and reputable firms to provide the above services. Request for Proposal (RFP) will only be issued to the pre–qualified Consortia. Interested Consortia must provide information indicating that members of the Consortia are qualified to perform the Services and demonstrate the following: Be registered with relevant Professional Bodies (BORAQS, EBK, etc) Have at least 10 years experience in dealing with projects of similar magnitude, value and scope Provide Company details(year of establishment, ownership type) Demonstrate availability of appropriate Skills among Staff, with resumes of key personnel relevant to the assignment Provide Audited accounts for the last three (3) years Provide proof of similar works done with references – contacts (e-mail addresses, telephone numbers) of referees (firms for whom you have provided similar services) Provide evidence of excellent technical capacity to ensure quality production Provide evidence of Tax compliance The Expression of interest must be submitted in three (3) copies in sealed envelope clearly marked,: Expression of Interest (EOI) For Consultancy Services for Preparation of “Master Plan for the Karen Main Campus”, Ref. No. CUCK/EO1/03/2014/2015/2 and to be addressed to: Principal, The Co-operative University College of Kenya P.O Box 24814-00502 Karen- Nairobi So as to be received on or before by Wednesday 6th May 2015 by 12.00 noon

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR CUCK LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER REF: NO.CUCK/EO1/03/2014/2015/1 CUCK intends to engage a Consortium to provide Architectural, Quantity Surveying, Civil and Structural Engineering, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Landscaping and Environmental Impact Assessment Services for implementation of the proposed Learning Resource Centre (LRC). The LRC has five components, The Library; Cooperative Business and Incubation Center; Cultural and Innovation Center; Conference Center and Recreational Center. Co-operative University College of Kenya now invites Expression of Interest from Consortia comprised of experienced and reputable firms to provide the above services. Request for Proposal (RFP) will only be issued to the pre–qualified Consortia. Interested Consortia must provide information indicating that members of the Consortia are qualified to perform the Services and demonstrate the following: Be registered with relevant Professional Bodies (BORAQS, EBK, etc) Have at least 10 years’ experience in dealing with projects of similar magnitude, value & scope Provide Company details(year of establishment, ownership type) Demonstrate availability of appropriate Skills among Staff, with resumes of key personnel relevant to the assignment Provide Audited accounts for the last three (3) years Provide proof of similar works done with references – contacts (e-mail addresses, Telephone numbers) of referees (firms for whom you have provided similar services) Provide evidence of excellent technical capacity to ensure quality production Provide evidence of Tax compliance The Expression of interest must be submitted in three (3) copies in sealed envelopes clearly marked, “ Expression of Interest (EOI) For Consultancy Services for the Proposed Learning Resource Centre (LRC), Ref. No. CUCK/EO1/03/2014/2015/2 and to be addressed to: Principal, The Co-operative University College of Kenya, P.O Box 24814-00502, Karen- Nairobi So as to be received on or before by Wednesday 6th May 2015 by 12.00 noon

The 3-day 13th Kenyan Universites’ Ehhibition organized by the Commission for University Education (CUE) kicks off at the Kenyatta stadium in Machakos. The Co-operative University College of Kenya takes the participation cue led by the Deputy Principal AA Prof. Kamau Ngamau and ICDRE Director Prof. E. N. Gicheru. The flagship exhibition items are the courses offered from Certificate level to degree level and the most successful E-learning mode offered by CUCK. Also, the Shirika Water Entreprenuaral model is notably in the Exhibition cue. Earlier today the Chief Guest Dr. Florence Muli Musime, the Chancellor, Daystar University and the CEO of CUE Prof. David Some visited the CUCK stand at the expo. The exhibition ends on Saturday 21st March, 2015.

The Co-operative University College of Kenya, formerly Co-operative College of Kenya was established through the Co-operative University College of Kenya Order, Legal Notice NO. 161 of 4th November, 2011 as a constituent College of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. The University College aims at becoming a leading center of academic excellence in co-operative education, research, training and community service in Kenya and the region. The University College is conveniently located approximately 20km from Nairobi City Centre in Karen, a very conducive environment for serious academic engagement and learning. The University College Council seeks to recruit suitable candidates to fill in the position of Deputy Principal Finance, Planning and Administration. Duties and Responsibilities The Deputy Principal (Finance, Planning and Administration) will be one of the principal assistants to the University College Principal and will be the head of Finance, Planning and Administration Division and shall be responsible for human resource, administrative, financial, and infrastructural and development matters which will include; Co-ordination, development and implementation of sound financial, administrative policies and strategies in order to realize the Strategic Objectives of the University College in accordance with the University College Master Plan and Strategic Plan; Organizing and directing the administration and financial aspects of the University College; Maintaining efficiency and good order of the University College and ensuring proper enforcement of the Statutes and Regulations; Providing innovative and creative leadership in the areas of finance, human resources, planning, infrastructural development and community linkages; Performing other duties as may be assigned by the Principal and the University College Council from time to time. The successful candidate shall be responsible for ensuring that the Finance, Planning and Administration Division operate effectively and efficiently in line with the vision and the mission of the University College. Qualifications and Experience Applicants should meet the following requirements:- Must possess an earned PhD and be a Professor or Associate Professor of a recognized University; Must have at least seven (7) years of Academic, Administrative and Research experience at Senior level in a recognized University; Must have substantively held Senior Administrative posts such as Principal/Deputy Principal in a University / University College or Director /Deputy Director of an Institute/ Directorate/ Campus or Dean of a Faculty/School or Chairperson of a Department in a recognized University for at least one full term. Must be a recognized scholar as evidenced by number of supervised postgraduate students, attracted research grants/awards, recent publications in internationally recognized journals and or University level books. Must have a good understanding of Government financial, human resource and procurement policies; Must be familiar with national, regional and global trends in higher education; Must demonstrate competence in administrative, financial and academic leadership in an academic/research environment; Must have a good track record of successful change management; Must demonstrate proven experience in development and implementation of Strategic Plan, Development Plan and Master Plan. Show good understanding and commitment to the University College coupled with a passion for the promotion of learning, excellence in teaching, research and innovation with the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism. Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrate ability in networking, linkages, fundraising, resource mobilization and fund management; Must meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; Applicants who possess a Masters degree in Business Administration will have an added advantage. Applicants whose areas of specialization are relevant to the following core areas of the University College (Cooperative Management, Organizational Development, Agricultural Economics, Economics, Agricultural Engineering, Business Entrepreneurship and Management) will also have an added advantage.

The Co-operative University College of Kenya is a constituent college of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. The university college has branches in Meru, Nairobi and Mombasa. Currently the campus at Meru is housed at JEDI USHIRIKA PLAZA opposite Hotel Westwind at Makutano on the Meru- Maua road. The university college offers degree, diploma and certificate courses in the following areas; cooperative business, business administration, community development, disaster management, finance and investment, marketing, human resource, supply chain management among others. Also the university college runs tailor- made short courses suiting the needs of the clients in the areas of expertise. The Meru Campus will be holding a career day at Kaaga Primary School on 21st March 2015 starting at 9.00am. The theme of the event will be HIGHER EDUCATION AS A MEANS TO ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT. The main objective of this event is to event is create awareness to the people of Meru County and the surrounding the importance of education, the different career paths available and how to apply education to real life situations for both personal and communal growth. We are targeting: high schools, form four leavers, the cooperative sector, financial institutions, teachers, and technical institutes, cooperate organizations and the general public in Meru County and its environs. We therefore kindly ask for your financial support to make the event successful and invite you to exhibit at this event. Kindly get in touch with us on our office line 0643130104 or our mobile no. 0718860999 or email us at merucampus@cuk.ac.ke for arrangements and reservations.

Certificates are ready for collection from the examination office during working hours for last year’s graduands. Students should clear with the various  departments of the University College and avail the  clearance form and the university college  ID to the examinations office. National ID will also be required for full identification. Students who will not have collected their certificates within 6 months will be charged storage fee. Students should strictly adhere to these instructions.

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 tuition fees only. It will be restricted exclusively for fees use. It will be swiped at Cash office point of sale terminal. Upkeep wallet- This will be used to load the HELB balance for student’s upkeep Open wallet- This can be used by Parents/Guardians to load student’s pocket Library Access, Exam Access, and Lecture Access. Cafeteria access. Accommodation. The students are hereby advised that HELB will give priority to those students with smart card during fund disbursement. The Smart Card shall be issued at a cost of KSH. 500.00 which shall be recovered from the funds disbursed by HELB. All students are urged to visit the ICT Support office to apply and register for the cards to facilitate printing.