MKU Hosts Champions Region Alumni Reunion Featuring Eldoret Campus and Kitale Centre
Theme: Together Again: Honouring the Past, Building the Future
Date: 2nd August 2025
Mount Kenya University (MKU) recently held a memorable Champions Region Alumni Reunion in Eldoret City, bringing together alumni from the Eldoret Campus and Kitale Centre. The event, themed “Honoring the Past, Building the Future,” celebrated shared experiences, lifelong friendships, and a renewed sense of commitment to the university and the broader community.
The reunion was attended by esteemed guests including Uasin Gishu Governor Hon. Dr. Jonathan Bii, who was represented by County Attorney Mr. Silvester Metto, MKU Vice- Chancellor Prof. Deogratius Jaganyi, Former Council Chair Prof. David Serem, university leaders, and alumni representatives. In their addresses, the dignitaries expressed gratitude for the alumni’s continued loyalty and recognized the pivotal role they play as ambassadors of the university.
Dr. Emily, Director of MKU Eldoret Campus and Chair of the Champions Cluster, emphasized the reunion’s core goals—reflecting on the past, reconnecting, and inspiring alumni to support current students. She called on alumni to actively contribute through mentorship, internships, and employment opportunities, stating:
“As an institution that once mentored you, we now turn to you—our proud alumni—with a call to action. Let us collectively mentor the next generation, open doors to opportunities, and support graduates in finding meaningful employment.”
Mercy Wanjiru, Regional Coordinator of the Kenya Private Schools Association (North Rift) and an alumnus- of MKU’s MBA and BBM programs, expressed appreciation for the university’s sustained support of alumni engagement. She noted:
“We appreciate the commitment of MKU leadership that has enabled impactful programs that benefit both alumni and the broader MKU community. We are happy to be associated with our alma mater, and we promise to give back through mentorship and other forums.”
The reunion highlighted the vital role of alumni as champions in their fields—whether in business, healthcare, education, public service, or innovation. Their continued involvement through webinars, forums, and mentorship initiatives was acknowledged as a driving force behind MKU’s expanding impact.
In a major announcement, Prof. Jaganyi, the Vice- Chancellor, shared that the University has set aside KSh 5 million to launch a special alumni award dedicated to recognizing an outstanding MKU graduate who is making a significant impact in the community. The call for nominations will be announced in the coming weeks, with the award scheduled to be presented in December 2025. This initiative highlights MKU’s strong commitment to social responsibility and its confidence in the power of alumni to lead positive change.
In her closing remarks, Virginia Musawa, Director of Alumni Relations, thanked the alumni for keeping the MKU spirit alive. She reminded them that MKU is more than an institution—it is a lifelong community. She urged continued involvement, noting:
“As we honor our past, let us walk boldly into the future, together.”
The Champions Region Reunion served as a powerful reminder of the strength of the MKU alumni network and the university’s enduring mission to educate, connect, and inspire. As the community looks ahead, alumni are encouraged to continue engaging, contributing, and leading by example—fueling a legacy of excellence that extends far beyond graduation.
