Dean of Students, Rev. Allan Maina, makes the welcoming remarks during the Cultural Day on February 13, 2026
DVC (ARSA), Prof. Charles Omwandho, presenting a trophy during the Cultural Day
VC, Prof. Mary Ndung'u presents a trophy to the winners of the Cultural Day Women's football tournament
VC, Prof. Mary Ndung'u presents a trophy to the winners of the Cultural Day Men's football tournament
A group photo of the crowned winners of the various modelling categories
Female Models on the runway during the modelling event of the Cultural Day
Male Models on the runway during the modelling event of the Cultural Day
Karate Club showcasing their skills during the Cultural Day
Kamba Dance during the Cultural Day
Kikuyu Dance
Luo Dance
Maa Dance
Pokot Dance
Turkana Dance

About Us

Welcome

The office of the Dean of Students aims at ensuring that the welfare of the students is catered for physically, academically, emotionally, intellectually, socially and spiritually.

Message from the Dean of Students

The office of the Dean of students is “Home away from home” for all the students who enroll in the University. It is the one place students are invited to be open and voice their needs and have them met as reasonably as possible

 

Vision & Mission

VISION: To be a leading University in quality training, strategic research, innovation and technology development and transfer. MISSION: To train and develop human resources equipped with innovative skills to inspire enterprise in the disciplines of engineering, science, health and technology, to meet the demands of a dynamic world.

Recent News

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Somesha Comrade Run 2026

The Somesha Comrade Run 1st Edition will be held on Friday March 13, 2026. The registration form for the walk is available by scanning the QR code on the e-poster.

KyU Cultural Week 2026

Kirinyaga University recently held a colorful and vibrant Cultural Week led by the Vice-Chancellor, Mary Ndung'u. The event brought together students, staff, and invited guests in a celebration of cultural diversity, unity, and heritage, reinforcing the University’s commitment to holistic...

KyU shines at the KUSF Central League 2A & 2B Games

2B Games Kirinyaga University dazzles in Chess, Darts, Floorball, Pool, and Athletics at South Eastern Kenya University from 31st Jan – 1st Feb 2026, showcasing skill and determination. Both Men’s and Women’s Chess teams finished 2nd overall, qualifying for the KUSF National Championships. The...

Kirinyaga University student gets admission on academic exchange to Thomas More University, Belgium

KyU is proud to announce that Sherine Cheptoo, a second year student pursuing Bachelor of Science in Information Technology has been granted a VLIRUOS ICP scholarship to undertake Bachelor of Applied Computer Science degree program at Thomas More University, Belgium.  Cheptoo has been competitively selected to...

 

Student's Life

The students are led by the Student Governing Council (S.G.C) whose members are elected in a free and fair election held once in every Academic year

 

Student Rules & Regulations

All students should read and understand the rules and regulation governing their stay and examinations at KyU. Here are some of the highlights, full text can be downloaded in the student portal:

Contact Us

Address: P.O.Box: 143-10300
Kerugoya, Kenya
Email: deanofstudents@kyu.ac.ke
Phone: +254 0709 742000
Website: www.students.kyu.ac.ke

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