This archive report was first published on 16 December 2019.
On December 16, 2019, Mount Kenya University bid farewell to its outgoing Vice Chancellor, Prof Stanley Waudo, after 11 years of dedicated service.
Prof Waudo's tenure was marked by significant achievements, and in recognition of his dedication, MKU has vowed to offer competitive terms of service to attract and retain competent and dedicated staff.
According to Prof Simon Gicharu, Chairman of the MKU Board of Directors, an enabling environment is key to staff motivation and productivity. He praised Prof Waudo's leadership, saying, “I’m pleased to note that the University management will borrow a lot from the founding Vice-chancellor Prof Stanley Waudo.”
Prof Gicharu thanked Prof Waudo for his years of service, stating that no one would have achieved what he did. He also revealed that Prof Waudo has ensured that he leaves the University with a 10-year vision to enhance continuity.
The event also doubled up as the staff end of year party and the launch of the college of graduate studies and research as well as the revised staff scheme of service. Prof Gicharu confirmed that from January next year, one of MKU’s development partners will break ground with a 3000-bed students hostel.
Prof Gicharu emphasized the BOD's commitment to ensure there is adequate and quality infrastructure to support learning, research, and community engagement. He also announced the establishment of the Chancellor Scholarship Fund of Ksh 100m, with the Chancellor pledging Ksh 1.25 M.
Prof Waudo expressed his gratitude to the stakeholders at MKU and outside, saying he wouldn’t have achieved what he did without their support. He thanked all those who supported him and made it possible for him to advance his career from a graduate assistant to a Professor of Plant Pathology/Nematology.
Prof David Serem, University Council Chairman, also spoke at the event, emphasizing the Council's commitment to ensure compliance with national and international training standards. He proudly announced that the University has achieved its mandate, with all basic required policies approved by Council.
