Speeches Kenya's Top Private chartered Institution of Higher Learning /info/public/speeches 2026-06-15T11:26:29+03:00 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ MYOB Orientation Speech Delivered by Prof. Henry Kiplangat, Vice-Chancellor, ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ for Freshmen on Tuesday, 7th October 2025 at 2:00 PM at the University Auditorium 2025-10-07T14:00:00+03:00 2025-10-07T14:00:00+03:00 /info/public/speeches/orientation-speech-delivered-by-vc-for-freshmen-on-7th-oct-2025 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/90/images/040a8201.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It is indeed a great joy and privilege to address you today and make you welcome to <b>ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ the home at the top! </b> The name of our university is derived from two Tugen words: <b> ka </b> meaning home and <b> barak </b> meaning top. This was definitely a prophetic name given to a village in Sacho, Baringo County, where the late Second President of Kenya and <b>Founder</b> of this great university, His Excellency Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi, was born in 1924. He rose to become the President of the Republic of Kenya for 24 years and founded this treasured university in <b>October 2000</b>. Indeed, Job 8:7 declares that a modest beginning will be followed by great prosperity if one seeks the Lord diligently.</p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/90/images/040a8201.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It is indeed a great joy and privilege to address you today and make you welcome to <b>ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ the home at the top! </b> The name of our university is derived from two Tugen words: <b> ka </b> meaning home and <b> barak </b> meaning top. This was definitely a prophetic name given to a village in Sacho, Baringo County, where the late Second President of Kenya and <b>Founder</b> of this great university, His Excellency Daniel Toroitich Arap Moi, was born in 1924. He rose to become the President of the Republic of Kenya for 24 years and founded this treasured university in <b>October 2000</b>. Indeed, Job 8:7 declares that a modest beginning will be followed by great prosperity if one seeks the Lord diligently.</p> Remarks by Prof. Henry K. Kiplangat, Vice-Chancellor, ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, during the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologist Board site inspection visit to ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ held on July 24, 2025 2025-07-24T14:00:00+03:00 2025-07-24T14:00:00+03:00 /info/public/speeches/remarks-by-vc-during-the-kenya-medical-laboratory-technicians-and-technologist-board-site-inspection-visit-to-kabu Prof. Henry K. Kiplagat, PhD, MBS, OGW <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/79/images/kmltt-inspection-visit-6.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>It is my honor to welcome you to ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ. We appreciate your presence on our Campus today for the site inspection of the Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences. This visit signifies the mutual commitment we share towards advancing the Medical Laboratory Sciences in Kenya.</p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/79/images/kmltt-inspection-visit-6.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>It is my honor to welcome you to ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ. We appreciate your presence on our Campus today for the site inspection of the Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences. This visit signifies the mutual commitment we share towards advancing the Medical Laboratory Sciences in Kenya.</p> Remarks by Prof. Henry K. Kiplangat, Vice Chancellor, ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, during the visit to ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ by delegates from Nanjing Agricultural University, People's Republic of China held on July 24, 2025. 2025-07-24T14:00:00+03:00 2025-07-24T14:00:00+03:00 /info/public/speeches/remarks-by-vc-during-the-visit-by-delegates-from-nau-on-july-24-2025 Prof. Henry K. Kiplagat, PhD, MBS, OGW <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/79/images/kmltt-inspection-visit-6.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>It is my distinct honor and pleasure to welcome you to ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ. We are truly delighted to host you here in our campus this afternoon. Your visit marks a significant moment in the growing relationship between our two distinguished institutions. We deeply value the existing ties we share, and today, we look forward to exploring how we could forge an even deeper and more impactful collaboration.</p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/79/images/kmltt-inspection-visit-6.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>It is my distinct honor and pleasure to welcome you to ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ. We are truly delighted to host you here in our campus this afternoon. Your visit marks a significant moment in the growing relationship between our two distinguished institutions. We deeply value the existing ties we share, and today, we look forward to exploring how we could forge an even deeper and more impactful collaboration.</p> The Vice Chancellor, ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, Prof. Henry K. Kiplangat s remarks during the 4th Multisectoral Conference and Exhibition on Research, Science, Technology and Innovation held at Lake Naivasha Resort from 9th to 12th June 2025. 2025-06-12T14:00:00+03:00 2025-06-12T14:00:00+03:00 /info/public/speeches/vc-remarks-during-the-4th-multisectoral-conference-held-at-lake-naivasha-resort Prof. Henry K. Kiplagat, PhD, MBS, OGW <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/16/images/multisectoral-conference-in-naivasha-1.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="851" loading="lazy"></p><p>Despite increasing recognition of the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in Kenya s development, many universities still struggle to produce graduates equipped to solve real-world problems.</p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/16/images/multisectoral-conference-in-naivasha-1.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="851" loading="lazy"></p><p>Despite increasing recognition of the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in Kenya s development, many universities still struggle to produce graduates equipped to solve real-world problems.</p> Speech by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Henry K. Kiplangat During the Orientation Seminar for New Staff on Thursday, 20th February, 2025 2025-02-20T14:00:00+03:00 2025-02-20T14:00:00+03:00 /info/public/speeches/vcs-speech-during-the-orientation-seminar-for-new-staff-on-thursday-20th-feb-25 Prof. Henry K. Kiplagat, PhD, MBS, OGW <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/11/images/new-staff-induction-2025-13.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>We are delighted to have you all here as part of our team, whether you are joining us as an academic or a non- academic staff member. We all serve a vital role when it comes to creating a good learning experience for our students. Congratulations on becoming part of our University family.</p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/11/images/new-staff-induction-2025-13.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>We are delighted to have you all here as part of our team, whether you are joining us as an academic or a non- academic staff member. We all serve a vital role when it comes to creating a good learning experience for our students. Congratulations on becoming part of our University family.</p> Remarks By the Vice Chancellor, ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, Prof. Henry K. Kiplangat During the Launch of The Emerging ICT Digital Skills and Programming Academy Held On 6th February 2025 2025-02-06T14:00:00+03:00 2025-02-06T14:00:00+03:00 /info/public/speeches/remarks-by-the-vc-during-the-launch-of-the-emerging-ict-digital-skills-and-programming-academy-held-on-6th-feb-2025 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/131/images/jim-5405.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the launch of the Emerging ICT Digital Skills and Programming Academy. This initiative is the result of a partnership between ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, Pixel Engineering Africa Ltd, and Parpus Limited.</p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/131/images/jim-5405.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the launch of the Emerging ICT Digital Skills and Programming Academy. This initiative is the result of a partnership between ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, Pixel Engineering Africa Ltd, and Parpus Limited.</p> Vice-Chancellor s Opening Remarks During Occupational Safety and Health (Osha) And Work Injury Benefits Act Training Held at Lake Bogoria Spa Resort On 31st October 2024 2024-10-31T00:00:00+03:00 2024-10-31T00:00:00+03:00 /info/public/speeches/vc-opening-remarks-during-occupational-safety-and-health-osha-and-work-injury-benefits-act-training-held-at-lake-bogoria-spa-resort-on-31st-october-2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/90/images/vice-chancellors-address-2024-8.jpeg" alt="" width="1600" height="1066" loading="lazy"></p><p>It is my pleasure to welcome you to this important OSHA and WIBA training. As heads of departments, you play a pivotal role in ensuring that our workplace upholds the highest standards of safety and compliance.&nbsp; Today s programme is packaged to provide critical insights into safety regulations, guiding you identify risks, understand protocols, and promote proactive safety within your teams. By the end of this training you will be more enlightened and committed to maintaining a safe and responsible work environment for everyone. The objectives for the OSHA and WIBA training are to:</p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/90/images/vice-chancellors-address-2024-8.jpeg" alt="" width="1600" height="1066" loading="lazy"></p><p>It is my pleasure to welcome you to this important OSHA and WIBA training. As heads of departments, you play a pivotal role in ensuring that our workplace upholds the highest standards of safety and compliance.&nbsp; Today s programme is packaged to provide critical insights into safety regulations, guiding you identify risks, understand protocols, and promote proactive safety within your teams. By the end of this training you will be more enlightened and committed to maintaining a safe and responsible work environment for everyone. The objectives for the OSHA and WIBA training are to:</p> ORIENTATION SPEECH DELIVERED BY PROF. HENRY KIPLANGAT, VICE CHANCELLOR, KABARAK UNIVERSITY FOR FRESHMEN ON TUESDAY, 29TH OCTOBER 2024 AT 2.00 PM AT THE UNIVERSITY AUDITORIUM 2024-10-29T14:00:00+03:00 2024-10-29T14:00:00+03:00 /info/public/speeches/orientation-speech-delivered-by-vc-for-freshmen-on-tuesday-29th-oct-2024-at-the-university-auditorium ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/90/images/vice-chancellors-address-2024-8.jpeg" alt="" width="1600" height="1066" loading="lazy"></p><p><strong>I am delighted to be here this afternoon to deliver this speech that I hope will impact on your lives not only during your stay here but throughout your lives. Our dear freshmen, on behalf of the Board of Trustees, University Governing Council, Management, staff, students and my own, I would like to say Welcome to Kabarak - the home at the top! &nbsp;</strong></p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/90/images/vice-chancellors-address-2024-8.jpeg" alt="" width="1600" height="1066" loading="lazy"></p><p><strong>I am delighted to be here this afternoon to deliver this speech that I hope will impact on your lives not only during your stay here but throughout your lives. Our dear freshmen, on behalf of the Board of Trustees, University Governing Council, Management, staff, students and my own, I would like to say Welcome to Kabarak - the home at the top! &nbsp;</strong></p> Remarks by Professor Henry K. Kiplangat, Vice-Chancellor, ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, and Patron of AARUK, During the Official Opening of the Association of Academic Registrars of Universities in Kenya Workshop at ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, July 25, 2024. 2024-07-25T14:00:00+03:00 2024-07-25T14:00:00+03:00 /info/public/speeches/remarks-by-professor-henry-k-kiplangat-during-the-official-opening-of-the-association-of-academic-registrars-of-universities-in-kenya-workshop-at-kabu ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/13/images/aruk-workshop-at-kabarak-university-16.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p><strong>I am delighted to welcome you to ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ. It is a great privilege and honour to host this workshop organized by the Association of Academic Registrars of Universities in Kenya. Thank you for choosing ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ as your preferred venue for the workshop.</strong></p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/13/images/aruk-workshop-at-kabarak-university-16.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p><strong>I am delighted to welcome you to ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ. It is a great privilege and honour to host this workshop organized by the Association of Academic Registrars of Universities in Kenya. Thank you for choosing ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ as your preferred venue for the workshop.</strong></p> Speech by Professor Henry K. Kiplangat, Vice-Chancellor, ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ, to New Staff Members, Monday, May 20, 2024. 2024-05-20T14:00:00+03:00 2024-05-20T14:00:00+03:00 /info/public/speeches/speech-by-professor-henry-k-kiplangat-vc-to-new-staff-members-may-20-2024 ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/11/images/jim-8078.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>It is my great pleasure to welcome you to ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ. I am <strong>Prof. Henry K. Kiplangat</strong> the <strong>Vice Chancellor</strong> of ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ.</p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/11/images/jim-8078.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>It is my great pleasure to welcome you to ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ. I am <strong>Prof. Henry K. Kiplangat</strong> the <strong>Vice Chancellor</strong> of ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµ.</p>