The awarding ceremony of the UoE-ARG Cohort 9 research grants was held on 17th April, 2025 at the University. The  Vice-Chancellor Prof. Thomas Cheruiyot presided over the awarding ceremony. The ceremony was also attended by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Planning, Research, and Extension) Prof. Phillip Raburu, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics Students Affairs) Prof. Godfrey Natondo, Ag. Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration Finance) Prof. Nicholas Makau, Registrar (Administration) Dr. Joan Jelimo and the Director of Research and Innovation Prof.

On the sidelines of the RAAs Conference, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Thomas Cheruiyot was honoured with a courtesy visit from Dr. Juma Mukwana, the Principal Secretary for the State Department of Industry in the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry. They engaged in a fruitful discussion regarding various avenues for collaboration and partnership that could substantially benefit the University through advancements in education, research, infrastructure, and technological development.

The second day of the RAAs Conference sessions was presided over by Mr. Amos Gathecha, EBS, ‘ndc’ K, CBS. Among the Principal Secretaries in attendance were Dr. Beatrice Inyangala (P.S. State Department of Higher Education), Hon. Jonathan Mueke, CBS (P.S. State Department of Livestock), Dr. Juma Mukhwana (P.S. State Department of Industry), Dr. Kipronoh Ronoh Paul (P.S. State Department of Agriculture), Hon. Mary Muthoni (P.S. State Department of Public Health and Professional Standards), Hon. Stephen Isaboke (P.S. Broadcasting and Telecommunications), Hon. Silvia Kihoro (.PS.

University of Eldoret is hosting the 2^nd Annual Regulatory Authorities and Agencies conference between April 28th to 30^th, 2025, bringing together Principal Secretaries of various ministries, Board Chairs and members, Chief Executive Officers and Managing Directors from the 127 regulatory authorities and agencies and senior government officials.

Introduction

The 10^th International Interdisciplinary Conference was held 2 - 3^rd April, 2025 at the NS Building. The event brought together scholars, researchers, professionals, and students from diverse academic and professional backgrounds to foster dialogue, collaboration, and innovation across disciplines.

Conference Theme and Objectives

6th Annual Innovation Week And Public Lecture

Ms. Lindah Laboso, our recently appointed member of the University Council representing the Principal Secretary, State Department for Higher Education and Research, Ministry of Education, was hosted for a guided tour of both the Main Campus and the Eldoret Town Campus by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Planning, Research and Extension), Prof. Philip Raburu. This excursion formed an integral part of her induction programme designed to familiarize her with the operational domains of the University.

The Swearing In Ceremony of the 12^th Students’ Council took place on Friday 4th April, 2025. The ceremony was presided over by Mr. Steven Anditi, the University Senior Legal Officer. A total of 27 newly elected School Representatives and 7 (seven) members of the Students’ Council were sworn in.

The Vice-Chancellor received a delegation from the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK), led by Ms. Betina Muthama, Director of Nursing Services (MOH) and Deputy Director of Education and Examination at NCK, along with Mr. Kevin Ngeno, Compliance Officer at NCK, and Ms. Pauline Okongo, Administrative Officer. The University management and the Nursing team engaged in successful deliberations on matters concerning the Nursing curriculum.

The Disability Mainstreaming Committee, in collaboration with the National Council for People with Disabilities (NCPWD), organized an awareness workshop for members of the University community. The Disability Mainstreaming Committee, in collaboration with the National Council for People with Disabilities, organized a comprehensive awareness workshop for members of the University community. The workshop delved into various facets of disability inclusion that impact both the staff and students.