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The Vice Chancellor South Eastern Kenya University, Prof, Eng, douglas Shitanda with visitors from the Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences [HSWT], Germany.
The HSWT team had visited SEKU for a “Design Thinking” training to SEKU students from 17th-22nd September, 2024 at SEKU main campus.

This is to inform you that there are 50 (fifty) available bed spaces for male students in the university halls of residence. Kindly pay for your tuition and accommodation to qualify for the same. Accommodation will be issued on a first come first served basis.

South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) has officially given out the first cohort of 650 students to WOTE Campus.
The students were officially welcomed by Makueni Governor his Excellency Mutula Kilonzo Jrm who was the chief guest and the Vice Chancellor Prof. Eng. Douglas Shitanda into the county
The 650 students, second, third and fourth years from school of humanities and social sciences.
In his speech he has assured the students of their security by installing street lights from town to campus.
He promised that the county government will give the campus an extra 20000 acres of land to make it 48 acres in total and also help it to secure the tittle deed.
Governor mutual urged the students to utilize the innovation hub to nature their talents by recording their script for free adding that the internet connectivity is on the way coming and it will help the students to have easy time to study and do their research.
He encouraged students to refrain from use of drugs because drugs and praised local leaders who fought for the university.
The vice chancellor told the students to remain disciplined because they are still SEKU students and therefore the rules and regulations remain constant, learn how to communicate and assimilate and improve the area around them.
He added that the university is going to actively have communal engagements like how the community can make use of the library in order to help the university have an impact in the region.

The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC) in the United Kingdom is offering Ten (10) PhD and Nineteen (19) Masters full scholarships to Kenya citizens tenable in 2025. The awards are tenable at any approved UK University that hosts CSC awardees.
Online applications will be open on 10^th September, 2024 and closed on 15^th October, 2024. Full details of the scholarships are available at: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/advicetoapplicants; and Full eligibility requirements for PhD candidates are available at; https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-phd-scholarships-for-least- developed-countries-and-fragile-states/ and Full eligibility requirements for Master’s candidates are available at: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-masters-scholarships

CSC Eligibility Criteria for Commonwealth Masters and PhD Candidates

1. Master’s Study

1. Proof of Kenyan citizenship
2. Bachelor’s degree – at least 2^nd class upper division from a recognized university with strong academic background
3. Supporting statements from two (2) referees
4. A proposal in the area of study clearly showing the potential impact on the development of Kenya
5. Quality Study Plan
6. Be available to start your academic studies in the United Kingdom (UK) by the start of the UK academic year in September, 2025.

2. PhD Study

1. Proof of Kenyan citizenship
2. Master’s Degree from a recognized university with strong academic background
3. Supporting statements from two (2) referees
4. One supporting statement from a supervisor in a UK Institution
5. A proposal in the area of study clearly showing the potential impact on the development of Kenya
6. Quality Study Plan
7. Should not be registered for a PhD, or an MPhil, leading to a PhD, at a UK university or in Kenya, before September/October 2025.

3. Field (s) of Study:

• Food Security and Nutrition;
• Manufacturing;
• Health Care and;
• Housing;
• Digital and creative economy; and
• Transforming micro, small and medium enterprises.

Application procedure

All eligible candidates must read and adhere to the following guidelines strictly:

1. Apply using the CSC’s online application system, which can be found on the CSC website: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/advicetoapplicants . Each scholarship has a ‘How to apply’ section which will have information and guidance on the application process and the link to the online application system.
   Kindly note: the CSC is unable to accept any applications that are not submitted via the online application system or after the closing date listed above.
2. Download and print the completed online application form before submitting it electronically to the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC).
3. Download the Standard Scholarship Application Form, from the Ministry’s website: http://www.education.go.ke/.
4. Complete the Standard Scholarship Application Form. Attach the required certified supporting documents (certified photocopies of ID, academic/professional certificates, Transcripts, Birth Certificate, Passport, other testimonials), a proposal in the area of study and a copy of the online submitted CSC application form.
5. Submit three (3) sets of the hard copy of Standard Scholarship Application Form and CSC application form with all the certified copies of academic/professional certificates, to the Directorate of Higher Education on the following address:
   

   1. Director, Higher Education,
      P.O. Box 9583 – 00200, NAIROBI

      OR

   2. Deliver to Teleposta Towers, 27^th floor, Room 2702 during working hours between 8.00 am to 5.00 pm.

6. Printed copies of completed applications as in 5 above, should be submitted to the Ministry of Education not later than 5.00 p.m on 17^th October, 2024.

NB:

1. Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted through e-mail or phone call from the following number: 0771842051 or 0774234422
2. Nomination does not in any way guarantee selection or placement
3. Any candidate presenting fake/falsified academic/professional certificates will be dealt with according to the law.
4. Be aware of fraudsters.
5. Ministry of Education is a corruption free zone.

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The University Library in collaboration with MyLoft® has prepared a virtual training session designed to demonstrate the process of accessing subscribed electronic books and journals through MYLOFT. The training will take place on Thursday 19^th September 2024 from 2.00pm and the facilitators will be MYLOFT training team.

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This is to remind ALL Bachelor of Education Students that Semester 1 academic year 2024/2025 started and you are required to attend lectures as stipulated in the Teaching Timetable. Lectures are on-going and you are expected to attend classes as required.

South Eastern Kenya University invites applications from students interested in the work study programme for the September, 2024 to December 2024 Semester 1 – 2024/2025 Academic Year. Interested students are asked to submit their applications by Monday 16 th September, 2024. 

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Kindly take note of these important dates,

2^nd September 2024                 Lectures begin

30^th Sep-4^th October 2024       First CAT

4^th -8^th November 2024            Second CAT

2^nd -13^th December                    Examinations Period

13^th December 2024                  End of Semester.

It has come to the attention of the university that there is alleged planned demonstrations against the new funding model for higher education on Monday 9^th September. We wish to inform all students that lectures will continue as scheduled and students are advised to desist from activities that will interfere with learning.

The university is aware that the governments is addressing all appeals from various students, and therefore, we urge students to remain calm and attend classes.

The Vice Chancellor Prof. Eng. Douglas Shitanda officially welcomed the first year students during the Matriculation ceremony. The students got an opportunity to meet key University officials among them the Deputy Vice Chancellors, Deans of Schools and Directors.

The Vice - Chancellor, in his address, set the tone for the day by highlighting the significance of socializing and interacting with one another for this will help them grow mentally and socially. He added that students who feel that they have been placed in wrong bands have the chance to appeal as soon as possible before the deadlines and those who have not yet applied for the scholarships should do so.

“When you receive your upkeep money, please put it in good use. Make sure you first of all pay your house hold fees, then the rest you can invest in money market funds “said Prof. Eng. Douglas Shitanda.

He wished the first years a safe stay in SEKU as they join its philosophy “ARID TO GREEN……. TRANSFORMING LIVE

Female students of the South Easter Kenya University Directorate of TVET were among the group selected to participate in the ENGAGE Program. This will be a game changer for these girls mainly selected from Diploma in Engineering and Diploma in ICT. They have undergone a rigorous training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to bridge the gender gap in Data Science and improve health outcomes. Enabling Girls in AI and Growing Expertise (ENGAGE)in Data Science creates a health focused machine learning training program. This is a 5-year research program funded by a grant from Takeda done in partnership with the University of Nairobi and the University of California San Francisco. The project specifically targets young women and girls and includes outreach training programs in six regional universities in Kenya. The SEKU Director TVET, Dr. Selpher Cheloti, said that the training will not only fill the skills gender gap but also enable her Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics(STEM) girls to get into the career through the ENGAGE internship. We value the partnership and I know that more of our girls in engineering are enthusiastic to join the program next year and for the next five years. It is the mission of the South Eastern Kenya University to support learners through such research opportunities that can impact on their career lives. Congratulations to our girls in STEM!!

Dr Selpher Cheloti
Diirector TVET

The Vice Chancellor’s address to the first year students (Matriculation Ceremony) will be held on Wednesday, 4th September, 2024 at 8.00am at the Tuition Block II.

South Eastern Kenya University(SEKU) was honored to award certificates to 15 graduands from the ENGAGE (Enabling Girls in AI and Growing Expertise) Project in collaboration with the University of Nairobi (UON) and the University of California, San Francisco. The Ag.DVC, Academic Research & Innovation(ARI) Prof. Harrison Maithya led the ceremony from SEKU. The students completed a 4- week residential training on Friday,30 th August 2024. Out of the 15

This is to inform all the first year students wishing to change course that Inter/Intra School transfer form is downloadable from the University website using the following link www.seku.ac.ke. The duly filled form attached with KCSE result slip should be submitted to the Office of the Dean of School that they wish to transfer to by Monday, 2 September 2024.
Please note that Inter/Intra School transfers are only allowed within two (2) weeks from the reporting date and on condition that you meet the Cut off points for the programme and there is a vacancy.

No application will be accepted after the deadline.

Are you a student or prospective student at South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU)? Stay informed and prepared with the official 2024 SEKU Student Handbook. This comprehensive guide offers everything you need to know about life at SEKU, from academic programs and admission criteria to campus facilities and student services.

Why Download the SEKU Student Handbook?

• Detailed Academic Information: Get insights into courses, exams, and degree requirements.
• Student Services: Learn about the resources available to support your academic journey.
• Campus Life: Discover more about accommodations, clubs, and other activities.
• University Policies: Stay updated on SEKU's rules and regulations.

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Simply click the link below to download the handbook and ensure you are well-prepared for your time at SEKU:

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Be sure to download your copy today and start your journey with all the information at your fingertips!

South Eastern Kenya University board of management lead by the vice- chancellor Prof. Eng. Douglas Shitanda receives a donation of two microscopes from a Professor of entomology and plant biology, University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) in the United States of America (USA), Prof Simon Zebelo in collaboration with Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)

The project is aimed at dealing with current and emerging threats to mango fruit production by small scale farmers and good manufacturing practices. Therefore the microscopes are meant to help the school of agriculture in research in mango fruit flies and other pests in mango farming.

It also aims at addressing pre- and post-harvest problems that small-scale mango (Mangifera indica L.) farmers face in Kitui County. Both of these activities will include pest/disease surveillance, value addition and training of farmers to use new technologies for monitoring of emerging threats to crops in the County of Kitui.

The tools developed have been disseminated to farmers in neighboring sub-counties with similar agro-ecological conditions. The broad goal of this project is to foster collaborative efforts between Kitui County Government (Ministry of Agriculture), Mango Production Cooperative Societies, ICIPE, UMES JKUAT and SEKU among other international and Kenyan partner institutions to strengthen global Food Security.

Dear all,

Please, find below a link to the 6^th PASET Rsif call to PHD scholarships and assist to disseminate in your network. We have shared the call with all our AHU’s and are doing the publicity on social media as well.

https://www.rsif-paset.org/phd-scolarships-sixth-call-for-applications/

PhD scholarships are AVAILABLE in this call and in accordance with PASET’s 80/20 rule for contributing countries. 16 of this rule will be awarded to Kenyan nationals while the remaining 4 will be open to nationals from other sub Saharan countries.

The South Eastern Kenya University is glad to be collaborating in the ENGAGE Project. The ENGAGE Project, officially titled "Enabling Girls in AI and Growing Expertise," is a significant initiative funded by Takeda Pharmaceuticals as part of its Global Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program. Announced on September 13, 2023, the 5- year project aims to empower over 800 underprivileged girls and young women across six primarily rural regions in Kenya through a pioneering training program focused on machine learning and data science.The primary goal of the ENGAGE Project is to strengthen the leadership pipeline of women in public health by equipping them with essential data science skills. This initiative is designed to address the gender gap and biases in public health data and artificial intelligence, ultimately leading to improved health outcomes in their communities. The University of Nairobi, is leading the program in collaboration with the University of California in San Francisco and six other regional Kenyan universities (SEKU included).

This is to inform you that there are available bed spaces in the university halls for male and female students respectively. Kindly pay for your tuition and accommodation fees to qualify for the same. Accommodation will be issued on a first come first served basis. To those who have paid they can forward their names and registration numbers to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.