South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) celebrated a significant academic milestone during its 13th Graduation Ceremony, where a total of 1,344 graduands were conferred with various academic awards. The ceremony marked the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, resilience and perseverance, as the graduates prepared to embark on new professional and personal journeys. The colourful occasion brought together the University Management, staff, graduands, parents, guardians, alumni and invited guests to celebrate and honour the achievements of the graduating class.
The ceremony was graced by the Chief Guest Dr. Mercy Mwangangi, Chief Executive Officer of Social Health Authority (SHA), who attended as the Chief Guest. Her presence underscored the importance of collaboration between institutions of higher learning and national institutions in advancing Kenya's development agenda. The event also highlighted the critical role universities play in nurturing skilled professionals, advancing knowledge, fostering innovation and contributing to sustainable national development.
Of the 1,344 graduands, eight were awarded Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees, 26 graduated with Master's degrees, 1,236 received Bachelor's degrees, one Honorary degree while 74 were awarded Diplomas. The graduation of the eight PhD scholars particularly demonstrated SEKU's growing contribution to research, academic scholarship and the generation of knowledge aimed at addressing contemporary societal challenges.
The 13th Graduation Ceremony under the theme Celebrating excellence, harnessing innovation, shaping the future, reaffirmed SEKU's commitment to excellence in teaching, research, innovation and community engagement. Through its diverse academic programmes, the University continues to equip learners with relevant knowledge, practical skills and competencies necessary to respond to the evolving needs of society and the labour market. The participation of the Chief Executive Officer of SHA as the Chief Guest further highlighted the importance of partnerships between universities and national institutions in strengthening professional capacity and supporting Kenya's development priorities.
For the Class of 2026, “graduation represents not merely the completion of an academic journey but also the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities, responsibilities and challenges. As you venture into employment, entrepreneurship, research and further studies, I encourage you to uphold integrity, embrace lifelong learning, cultivate innovation and apply the knowledge and skills acquired to make a positive difference in society” said Prof. Shitanda, Vice-Chancellor
The 13th Graduation Ceremony stands as a testament to South Eastern Kenya University's unwavering commitment to academic excellence and the development of graduates equipped to contribute to Kenya's progress and beyond.
Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
