Office of the Vice Chancellor

Very Rev. Prof. Elias Omondi Opongo, SJ serves as the Vice-Chancellor and Rector of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa, bringing decades of academic excellence, administrative expertise, and unwavering commitment to the university's mission of faith-based education.

Under his transformative leadership, CUEA continues to experience growth in academic programs, research output, and international collaborations. Prof. Opongo's vision centers on positioning CUEA as a leading center of excellence that integrates Catholic values with cutting-edge scholarship and innovation.

His distinguished academic career spans multiple disciplines, with extensive publications in peer-reviewed journals, authorship of influential books, and presentations at international conferences. Very Rev. Prof. Opongo's scholarly contributions have significantly advanced knowledge in his field while inspiring generations of students and faculty.

As Vice-Chancellor, he champions holistic student development, academic rigor, research innovation, and community engagement. His strategic leadership ensures that CUEA remains committed to producing morally upright, intellectually competent graduates who serve as transformative leaders across Eastern Africa and beyond.

Very Rev. Prof. Elias Omondi Opongo, SJ Vice-Chancellor/Rector