CUEA Welcomes New Students as Orientation Begins

As the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) welcomes a new Vice-Chancellor, the University has today opened its doors to a new cohort of students during an orientation programme held at both Langata Campus and Gaba Campus .

The University’s new Rector and Vice-Chancellor, Rev. Prof. Elias Omondi Opongo, SJ , together with his leadership team, were on hand to welcome the thousands of new students and their parents and guardians as they began their journey into higher education.

Addressing parents and guardians, the Vice-Chancellor called for close collaboration between families and the University, emphasising that the formation of young people is a shared responsibility.

“We will do our part; kindly do your part.”

Speaking to the new students, Rev. Prof. Opongo encouraged them to embrace the See, Judge, Act approach in making decisions and navigating their experiences at the University. He further challenged them to make their Catholic identity visible in the way they relate with others, both within and beyond the University community.

The Vice-Chancellor also encouraged students to make the most of university life by actively participating in clubs and societies, music, innovation activities, community service and student leadership.

He noted that engaging in multiple constructive activities alongside academic work contributes to the development of students’ mental capacity, confidence, creativity and leadership skills.

As the new students settle into campus life, orientation activities will continue throughout the week at various levels, providing them with an opportunity to familiarise themselves with the University, its programmes, values, services and community.

Welcome to CUEA! Your journey begins here.

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