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Varsity marks International Open Access Week
(2013)This week, the University of Nairobi (UoN) joined the rest of world in marking the International Open Access Week. To this end, the University of Nairobi Library has set up an exhibition, showcasing UoN’s information ... -
Discourse on sustainable development held at UoN
(26-10-12)chats with H.E. Amina Mohammed before the lecture Students, lecturers and the public engage in discussion on sustainable development, dubbed Rio +20: process and way forward. H.E Ambassador Amina Mohammed, Assistant ... -
New University of Nairobi Council is inaugurated
(2011)The newly formed University of Nairobi Council has just been inaugurated. The Council is headed by a prominent lawyer cum businessman, Mr. John Simba - who was reappointed by the government for a three-year period. Mr. ... -
Varsity hosts annual ploughing competition
(2013)The University of Nairobi has been commended for playing a key role in the dissemination of appropriate agricultural technologies and farming practices necessary for improved efficiency in agricultural production. This ... -
Library department open week kicks off
(31-10-12)The University of Nairobi Library open week was launched today outside at the Jomo Kenyatta Memorial Library. Dubbed “Taking the University of Nairobi Library to the users for innovative teaching, learning, research and ... -
UoN Students support the girl child in Marigat
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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!
(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
(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
(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
(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.
