Dr. Eliud Kipchoge was a well of knowledge and a fountain of wisdom to the students this afternoon. His words were clear; focus, determination, commitment, character, good values, be inquisitive and curious, read widely even beyond your programme requirements and beliefs were what drives any person to success. From his inspiring analogies and quick smile, he kept the students engaged and attentive, drawing from his words of wisdom through his session.

He challenged the students to run away and steer clear from 2 vices, sex and alcohol, as they would ruin their lives and disrupt their ambitions.
"I will be back" was his parting shot as he left the campus late afternoon.

Quick excerpts;

“As a youth you need to know the reason you were born and the reason you exist. When you know why, then you are a human being”

“At the University you get knowledge and you need resilience to get through this tough life.”

“Explore, grow and face challenges. What you do today will shape your future.”

“Are you schooling or being educated? If you are schooling, go back home. Those getting the right education will be able to think and rejuvenate, use time well to get the right education.”

“Dream big - small dreamers sleep early and wake up late, big dreamers sleep late and are early to rise.”

“Good students provide solutions and know when to say no, repects their parents, the administration, and the government.”

“The University gives the power of curiosity and open-mindedness.”

“Invest in yourself, be yourself, get knowledge, attend guest lectures, involve yourself in a sport.”

“Teamwork is held together by trust. Having trust is a goal that makes us real human beings.”