History of University of Nairobi: Recent submissions

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    • UoN Students support the girl child in Marigat 

      University of Nairobi (2013)
      In response to a news feature recently aired in the media on the plight of girls in Marigat, University of Nairobi students under the aegis of the Women Students Welfare Association (WOSWA) and the Students Organization ...

    • The launch of a regional surgical skills centre at UoN 

      University Of Nairobi (02-11-12)
      Prof. Peter Mbithi is given a tour of the centre by Prof. J. O. Mulimba. Looking on is Prof. Bernard Aduda. A new surgical skills centre has been established at the University of Nairobi to offer training in the region. The ...

    • German Chancellor's Visit to UoN 

      University of Nairobi (26-07-11)
      In her interaction with students, staff and other dignitaries, Dr. Merkel congratulated Kenya for setting a good example in dealing with the ugly past by embracing reforms. Said she: “Kenya has already been a pace setter ...

    • Parliament Speakers engage UoN community on the Constitution 

      University of Nairobi (2013)
      ‘It is the role of every Kenyan to uphold and implement the Constitution.’ This was the message echoed during a public lecture held at the University of Nairobi, by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Justin ...

    • UoN receives grant to renovate Taifa Hall 

      University Of Nairobi (11-11-12)
      Ford Foundation President Luis A. Ubiñas share a moment before the lecture The University of Nairobi (UoN) has been awarded a grant of $ 500,000 to renovate and modernize the Taifa Hall. This was revealed during a public ...

    • Secretaries undergo training 

      University of Nairobi (2013)
      The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration and Finance, Prof. Peter Mbithi, has challenged secretaries to serve with distinction to enable the university to realize its goals. Prof. Mbithi was representing the Vice-Chancellor ...

    • University launches strategic plan 

      University of Nairobi (08-07-11)
      The chief guest Prof. Hellen Sambili, acting minister for higher education, science and technology, lauded the University for launching its reviewed strategic plan as a road map to quality service delivery. She promised ...

    • Universities of Nairobi and Maryland in further collaboration 

      University of Nairobi (2013)
      The University of Nairobi (UoN) and the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) have entered into talks on the possibility for further collaboration. This was revealed when the President of the University of Maryland ...

    • Varsity marks International Students’ Day 

      University of Nairobi (2013)
      Over 60 University of Nairobi international students marked the International Students’ Day in a forum organized by the Centre for International Programmes and Links (CIPL) in conjunction with the University of Nairobi ...

    • Peace Education 

      University of Nairobi (20-06-11)
      The development of this programme was motivated by the need to address peace and human security challenges in the region. The programme will produce professionals at the university level who will then spearhead the training ...

    • Prof. Mutoro appointed to head Academic Affairs 

      University of Nairobi (2013)
      The Cabinet Secretary for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Jacob T. Kaimenyi, in consultation with the University of Nairobi Council has appointed Prof. Henry W. Mutoro as Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic Affairs. The ...

    • UoN does it again! 

      University of Nairobi (16-06-11)
      The University of Nairobi has yet again achieved sterling performance in the Performance Contracting program. The University has been ranked third in the state corporations category and first among public Universities. The ...

    • EU tour Centre for Translation and Interpretation 

      University of Nairobi (2013)
      A delegation from the European Union (EU) recently visited the University of Nairobi (UoN) to look at the possibility for further funding for the Centre for Translation and Interpretation. This was revealed when the ...

    • Dr. Radhakrishnan, Mr. Prem Krishen and major General C. Bulland, inspecting equipment in the engineering laboratory 

      University of Nairobi (The Standard, 1956)
      A picture of Dr. Radhakrishnan, Indian high commissioner in E. A., Mr. Prem Krishen (left) and major General C. Bulland, Principal of the Royal Technical College inspecting equipment in the engineering laboratory.

    • Mzee Kenyatta at a graduation ceremony 

      University of Nairobi (The standard Newspaper, 1978)
      Picture of Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, First President if the Republic of Kenya and being Chancellor of the University of Nairobi at a graduation ceremony in October 1977.

    • Graduands, 18th graduation ceremony held on 18-11-1978 

      University of Nairobi (The Standard Newspaper, 18-11-78)
      Graduands seated during 18th graduation ceremony held on 24th November 1978. President Moi was installed as the University Chancellor during the occasion.

    • Principal of the college, Dr. T. M. Hyslop, Dr. Jha and Dr. H. P. Gale, Vice Principal; looking at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi. 1960 

      University of Nairobi (The Standard, 1960)
      Pictured from Left to Right, the Principal of the college, Dr. T. M. Hyslop, Dr. Jha and Dr. H. P. Gale, Vice Principal; they are looking at the statue of Mahatma Gadhi. 1960

    • Dr. Radhakrishnan being introduced by the college principal to the president of the students society, George Kimotho 

      University of Nairobi (The Standard, 1956)
      The V. P. of India, Dr. Radhakrishnan being introduced by the principal of the college (centre) to the president of the students society, George Kimotho

    • Staff of the engineering faculty discuss the installation of electrical equipment in one of the labolatories 

      University of Nairobi (16-01-14)

    • Picture of Princess Margaret during the opening of the Royal Technical College 

      University of Nairobi (The Standard, 1956)
      Picture of Princess Margaret making a speech during the opening of the Royal Technical College in 1956.