Overview
- Act: Universities Act No. 42 of 2012
- Formed: 2016
- Principal : Prof. Winston Jumba Akala PhD
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Koitalel Arap Samoei University College, established in 2016 as a constituent college of Moi University, aims to provide quality higher education and foster community development in the Nandi region. The university offers a variety of programs, particularly in agriculture, business, and technology, to cater to the needs of the region. With a commitment to research and innovation, the college seeks to enhance economic and social growth. It operates under the framework of the Universities Act No. 42 of 2012 and continues to grow in terms of student enrollment and academic offerings.
Principal : Prof. Winston Jumba Akala PhD
Prof. Winston Jumba Akala, PhD, a Fulbright Scholar and alumnus of the University of
Illinois, specializes in education and curriculum studies. With extensive experience at the University of Nairobi and Catholic University of Eastern Africa, he has led curriculum development, quality assurance, and research initiatives locally and internationally, earning notable acclaim.
Board of Governors
Prof. Risley Ngala
Chairman
Prof. Margaret J. Hutchinson
Ag. Vice Chancellor UON
Prof. Winston Akala
Council Secretary
Dr. Abdullahi Mohamed Abdi
Council Member
Clement Obure Odeka
M.O.E Representative
Julie Kisaka
Council member
Patrick Sang
Council member
Esther Musila
Treasury Representative
Functions
- Provide Quality Education: Offer undergraduate and postgraduate programs that meet regional and national development needs.
- Promote Research and Innovation: Foster research in agriculture, business, technology, and other key sectors to address societal challenges.
- Support Community Development: Partner with local communities to create solutions for economic, social, and cultural development.
- Capacity Building: Develop skilled manpower to drive regional and national growth through specialized training programs.
- Foster Entrepreneurship: Promote entrepreneurial skills among students to enhance self-employment and innovation.
- Preserve Cultural Heritage: Integrate cultural studies and preserve the rich history of the Nandi community, including the legacy of Koitalel Arap Samoei.
- Enhance Academic Excellence: Maintain high academic standards through continuous improvement in teaching, research, and service delivery.
- Collaborate with Stakeholders: Build partnerships with local and international institutions for knowledge sharing and resource mobilization.
- Encourage Sustainability Practices: Promote sustainable development through environmental conservation initiatives and green technologies.
- Promote Inclusivity: Ensure equal opportunities in education and representation for marginalized and underserved groups.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- Koitalel Arap Samoei University College
- P.O. Box 5-30307, Mosoriot, Kenya
- principal@ksu.ac.ke | info@ksu.ac.ke
- (+254) 020-4915307| 0740183955