The Faculty of Engineering admitted 1st years for the Academic year 2021/2022. The registration process kicked off on Monday 20th September 2021.

The highlight of the orientation week is the address by the faculty officials led by the Dean, head of Departments, Faculty Registrar, Unit heads, and the final address by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Stephen Kiama; held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021. The morning session was held at the Online Click to watch the full address and a blended afternoon session was held at Taifa Hall, Main Campus and virtually. Click to watch VC address to 1st years

The Dean, Prof. Ayub Gitau; started his address by warmly welcoming students to the Faculty, “Our 1st years 2021/2021; welcome to the University of Nairobi; congratulations for meeting the admission requirements to join the University and in particular the Faculty of Engineering” Further, Prof. Gitau gave a brief explanation of the structure of the University, faculty, and Departments. In addition, the Dean also spoke at length of the various internship and employment opportunities for students in the private and public sectors. The dean also mentioned alumni from the Faculty of Engineering like Titus Naikuni and many others who have made significant contributions in the field of Engineering.  Prof. Gitau encouraged students to observe COVID 19 protocols as they interact on campus as well as take their studies seriously, attend all classes and make proper use of the available resources like the internet, libraries to learn.

During the address, The College Registrar, Mr. Kachero introduced Chairpersons of the departments; each gave a brief introduction of the departments and the programmes they offer. In addition, various section heads mainly Assistant Dean of Students, School Administrative Staff, UHS Representative, Halls Officer, Games Tutor, Catering Officer, ICT Officer, Librarian officer, Campus Security Officer and Students’ Representatives gave a brief on the services they offer.

The Vice-Chancellor Prof. Stephen Kiama began the afternoon session by congratulating the over 10,000 students who have joined the University across the 11 faculties for the academic year 2021/2022. “It is my honor and privilege to welcome you to the University. Officially, you are now members of the UoN family. This will be your home for the next 4 or 5 years depending on the program that you have been admitted into” Prof. Kiama further advised students to take advantage of the various opportunities the University offers students. He further assured students that the University will transform the student’s lives, adding “Take advantage of our supportive environment. We are going to expose you to experiential learning and seek to impact on you so that you leave the University as a different person-completely refined and transformed. We will train and repackage you.”

The Vice-Chancellor ended his address by wishing all the students the very best as they navigate their stay at the University, “this is the best place to cultivate dignity, sincerity and style. Enjoy your stay here but don’t lose your dignity.  Thank you and once again, Welcome to the University of Nairobi.