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MULTIMEDIA UNIVERSITY OF KENYA
Graduation MagazineFriday, 14th
October 2016
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GRADUATION CEREMONY
LAUNCH OF ISO 9001: 2008 CERTIFICATION
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Inside
Messages
University Council and Management Congratulates 2016 Graduands

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Messages
Registrar and Deans’ Briefs
Chancellor, Cabinet Secretary, University Council and Management congratulate 2016
Graduands
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Graduating students give their parting messages as they start a new phase in life
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MMU joins international quality focused institutions by acquiring ISO 9001: 2008 Certification
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Launch of ISO 9001: 2008 Certification
Varsity’s engineering programmes now get EBK approval and accreditation
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EBK Accreditation
Graduands parting shots
Post Graduate Programmes
MMU to launch eight post-graduate programmes in various disciplines
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This magazine is a production of the Corporate Affairs Department.
Editorial Team
Christine Nyawira
In-Charge Corporate Affairs
Lillian Wanja
(Editor)
Nicanor Ndiege
(Design & Layout Editor)
Editor’s Note
T
o describe the year as busy would be an understatement. Every
corner of MMU has been abuzz with activity most notably the
year long process towards the attainment of ISO 9001:2008
Certification.
While this was ongoing, the academic division was training and
teaching students to ensure that the university released of competent
graduates. The team has also worked tirelessly to create industry
focused post-graduate programmes to be launched in the near future.
It is no small feat to achieve as much as we have when we are as young
as we are. However, this was not through our efforts alone. We are
blessed with great supportive industry partners who also share in the
joy of this day.
I welcome our readers to enjoy this publication which presents a
highlighted tour of this great institution. Marvel at the ingenuity of
our students whose innovations attract unparalleled interest from the
community and experienced innovators and industry players.
We re-introduce you to the amazing Daniel Owira, commonly referred
to as Otonglo, who recently joined MMU in pursuit of his dream to
becomeafilmdirector.Heexplainshisaspirationsandplanstomanage
what will undoubtedly be a taxing academic and artistic life.
In light of this, I foresee a bright future for MMU and I welcome our
alumnus and valued partners to stay with thus through the journey.
We remain eternally grateful for their input as we continue to intensify
our local and international footprint.
Cheers to the graduating class of 2016!
Lillian Wanja
Editorial Board
Ms. Esther N. Ing’aa
Dr. Wilson Ugangu
Mrs. Margaret Mtange
Dr. Nancy A. Booker
Mr. Francis W. Manya
Prof. Murej Mak’Ochieng
Dr. Isaac Mutwiri
Ms. G. O. Kemunto
Mr. Laban Freizer
Correspondents
Rebecca Mataza
Cecil Ogodo
Telford Aduda

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Chancellor
Our university has become a
favourite choice for students
seeking university education.
During the 2016 Kenya
Universities and Colleges
Central Placement Service
(KUCCPS) intake for public
universities, our academic
programmes emerged among
the most competitive. MMU
filled its full capacity during
the first selection.”
Hon. Catherine Kimura (Dr)
I
t gives me much joy to officiate at
the 3rd Graduation Ceremony of
Multimedia University of Kenya
(MMU) since we became a chartered
public university. On my own behalf
and that of the Council, the Executive
Management, all staff and students
of MMU, I am delighted to welcome
everyone to this ceremony.
I appreciate the dedicated men and
women whose efforts have culminated
in today’s ceremony. Those graduating
today dedicated many hours of study
and disciplined work even when
the going was tough. Parents and
guardians sacrificed to provide financial
support and much needed love to the
graduands. The lecturers worked hard
to enable them to acquire both the
knowledge and skills that will help them
to make a difference in their lives and in
the wider society.
Administrative and support staff
ensured that learning took place in
a conducive environment and the
University Management provided the
overall good leadership and dedication
to service. Many of our external
stakeholders have also supported
us in various ways. To all of you, I say
Asanteni sana.
AsMMU,werecognisetheuniquerolewe
have to play in a fast-evolving education
sector. As a technical university, we strive
to prepare graduates for the complex
professional roles in a technologically
advancing world. I am pleased to note
that we have excelled in doing this
beyond expectations.
In order to perform even better, we
need to augment the good support
we are getting from our government
by fostering new collaborations that
will enable us to keep abreast of
expensive but necessary technological
advancements. We cannot do this alone.
We therefore need to continuously seek
public private partnerships.
As the Chancellor, I am certain that the
graduands we are presenting to the
world today have been adequately
prepared to help this country realise
its vision 2030. This is because of
the positive and glowing reports we
continue to receive from employers who
have engaged and continue to engage
our graduates.
In the last one year, our university
has invested resources in laudable
infrastructural developments. These
include the construction of the
perimeter wall, the building of an
office and lecture hall block, the
relocation of the CDB campus and the
acquisition of an additional university
bus and ambulance. These have been
occasioned by the rising student
population and the need to diversify
our programme offerings.
Our university has become a favourite
choice for students seeking university
education. During the 2016 Kenya
Universities and Colleges Central
Placement Service (KUCCPS) intake
for public universities, our academic
programmes emerged the most
competitive. MMU filled its declared
capacity during the first selection
exercise.
The enrolment of self-sponsored
students in the last year has also grown
considerably. We therefore need to
grow the institution in terms of physical
and other resources. This need is more
urgent as we plan to launch post-
graduate programmes early next year. In
this regard I urge the Cabinet Secretary
to push for an increase in capitation for
young universities such as ours.
Let me conclude by addressing the
class of 2016. Congratulations! You have
done well and we are very proud of you.
As you step out into the world, keep
the values that we hold so dear here at
MMU: the love for each other, integrity
and above all, service to humanity. Be
our good ambassadors and encourage
others to join MMU.
We hope to see most of you coming
back to enrol in our post graduate
programmes next year!

Chief Guest
Dr. Fred Matiang’i
Cabinet Secretary,
Ministry of Education, Science and
Technology (MoEST)
I
t is a great pleasure to be part of the
graduation ceremony at Multimedia
University of Kenya today. This
university has grown exponentially
since it was chartered just over three
years ago.
Icongratulateyounotjustforgraduating
another class, but also for the great
progress you have made in the last one
year. One of the great achievements is
the construction of a perimeter wall that
has given the university a face-lift.
We are gathering to celebrate the
achievements of the young men and
women who graduate today with
diplomas and degrees from various
disciplines.
Many of these young people will find
employment in various fields, thanks
to the steadily growing economy
of our country. And because of our
government’s dedication to empower
the youth and women through
facilities such as the youth enterprise
development fund, some of them will
start up their own enterprises.
Whatever path you take, remember that
there is room for you to pursue further
education so that you can help us build
our country’s knowledge economy. I
am aware that the MMU Senate has
in the recent past approved eight (8)
masters’ programmes, while 12 others
are scheduled for approval before the
end of this year. I urge you to make use
of these opportunities.
As we strive to improve our institutions
of higher learning, we need to promote
quality service delivery. This will enable
us to compete globally. I am therefore
happy to note that MMU is now ISO
9001:2008 Certified. This achievement
demonstrates your commitment
to providing quality education and
training, and also research and
innovation.
Allow me to address the latter two
areas of research and innovation. If
our country is to remain relevant, we
need an educated citizenry that can
support a constant flow of research
and innovation; for us to sustain our
intellectual competitiveness. You need
therefore to enrich your teaching
through continuous engagement in
researchandinnovation.Thisishownew
knowledge is generated, economies are
strengthenedandsocietiestransformed.
You should also strive to establish more
strategic linkages and partnerships with
industryleadersandforeignuniversities.
These will greatly enrich your teaching
and curriculum development and also
contribute to your income generation
for self-sustainability.
In this regard I applaud your efforts to
introduce new academic programmes in
the Faculty of Science and Technology.
These new programmes, such as the
Bachelor of Science in Applied Optics
and Lasers and the Bachelor of Science
in Renewable Energy, will in the long
run provide the country with high-level
expertise that will drive our country’s
industrialization agenda in line with
Vision 2030.
I must commend MMU Management
for realising ethnic diversity in your
staff profile. This is according to the
recent report by the National Cohesion
and Integration Commission (NCIC)
on Ethnicity and Diversity of Public
Universities in Kenya. As a university,
you have shown that progress can be
achieved when different communities
and genders work together. You are a
beacon of hope in our country.
To the graduating class of 2016, accept
my hearty congratulations. Go out into
the world and make a difference. Your
country needs you – and the knowledge
and skills that you have acquired - to
improve the lives of our people. Please
serve your country and ensure that your
legacy is felt long after you are gone.
But for now, savour the moment and
make merry for you have earned it.
As we strive to improve
our institutions of higher
learning, we need to promote
quality service delivery. This
will enable us to compete
globally. I am therefore happy
to note that MMU is now
ISO 9001:2008 Certified. This
achievement demonstrates
your commitment to
providing quality education
and training, and also research
and innovation.

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Chairman,
University Council
Dr. Herbert Misigo Amatsimbi
I
t gives me great pleasure to address
the gathering of the Multimedia
University of Kenya 2016 graduation
ceremony. It is indeed a joyful moment
for all us to gather together to celebrate
the fruits of our hard work. May I take
this earliest opportunity to congratulate
all those graduating today, Hongera
sana.
It is just over three years since MMU
received a charter from the Commission
for University Education (CUE). As we
hold our third graduation ceremony
since we began operating as a fully-
fledged public university, we are
proud to observe that there is steady
and sure progress in the growth and
development of our university.
In 2016, student enrolment grew by
12.3% to reach a total of 5,500 students.
Similarly, there has been a steady rise
in the number of students graduating
from the various faculties.
Further, the number of faculties at the
university continue to grow. Plans for
two additional faculties - the Faculty
of Social Sciences and the Faculty
of Education and Technology have
now been approved by the university
Senate and are ready to be launched.
It is just over three years
since MMU received a charter
from the Commission for
University Education (CUE). As
we hold our third graduation
ceremony since we began
operating as a fully-fledged
public university, we are
proud to observe that there
is steady and sure progress in
the growth and development
of our university.”
In addition, our Senate has approved
twenty new programmes to be rolled
out at the start of 2017.
To respond to this growth, the Council
has approved several projects which are
currently being implemented. We are in
the process of constructing a new block
that will provide additional teaching
space and offices. At the same time,
we are constructing a perimeter wall
around the university to boost security
and ensure a conducive learning
environment.
The Council also approved the
renovation of the Multimedia University
Hotel. This is expected to improve the
image of the hotel and enhance the
quality of services provided to our
clients.
The University Council acknowledges
and greatly appreciates the efforts of the
University Management in steering the
university. The Council is well aware of
the great talent and diversity among our
staff members: it is no wonder that the
Cohesion and Integration Commission
recently singled out the Multimedia
UniversityofKenyaforensuringdiversity
in recruitment of its staff. MMU is a true
microcosm of the larger Kenyan society.
As the management and faculty work
hard to ensure quality education for our
students, the University Council wishes
to assure you of our support.
It is in this spirit that quality measures
initiated by management, such as the
ISO 9001: 2008 certification that was
achieved this year and that we are
celebrating today, have been supported
by the council. We encourage you to
ensure that these and other quality
measures are not only developed but
implemented fully.
To our dear graduands, we release you
today as ambassadors of this wonderful
University.Gooutthereandbuildagood
name for yourselves and the university.
As you join the workforce, apply the
skills and knowledge ingrained to you
by your lecturers.
The world will judge us by the quality
of your work and products. Remember
that you, in turn, are our products
and the world will therefore judge us
based on your performance. As you
separate from your classmates, friends
and lecturers, never underestimate the
value of networking. It is my hope that
the Multimedia alumni will form a great
network that will influence the direction
of our country.
I conclude by urging you to strive to be
the best that you can be, and to always
strive to positively influence the world
around you.
Once more, congratulations to you our
graduating students.
May God bless you, may God bless our
university.

Eng. Arthur Ogwayo
Member
MMU
Council Members
Dr. Herbert M. Amatsimbi is a consultant specializing in the history and economic
development of Kenya. He is a designer of governance training programmes and is an
author and editor of several publications on the history and economic development of
Kenya.
Dr. Misigo is a senior lecturer at the University of Nairobi.
Dr. Herbert Misigo Amatsimbi
Chairman
Prof. Peter Nyamuhanga Mwita is a well known statistician and scholar. He is Professor of
Statistics in the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Sciences and Dean of the School of
Mathematical Sciences at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology.
Prof. Mwita has wide experience in Boardroom interactions and policy formulation. He is the
founding Chairman of the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) Board of Directors, where
he successfully led the delinking and restructuring processes of the (former) Central Bureau of
Statistics to a very competitive SAGA-KNBS. He successfully led the Bureau in conducting the
2009 Kenya National Population and Housing Census, whose campaign won the United Nations
public relations Grand Award. He is the current Chairman of Kenya National Statistical Society.
Prof. Peter Nyamuhanga Mwita
Treasurer
Francesca Cherotich Boen
Vice Chairperson
Francesca C. Boen is a dynamic human resource professional with a proven record of over
fifteen years of establishing human resource strategies and policies. She has conducted
salary surveys within labour markets to determine competitive rates for peaceful industrial
relations.
She currently holds a senior human resource position in a government institution.
Eng.ArthurOgwayoisafoundingpartnerofM&EConsultingEngineersandtheformerPresident
of the Federation of African Organizations of Engineers. He has supervised a wide range of
projects including street lighting, power distribution and standby power arrangements.
He is currently coordinating a team promoting the use of renewable energy to supplement
power generation in Kenya through the use of agricultural waste.

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Vice Chancellor
Amb. Prof. Festus Kaberia, PhD., OGW.
I
warmly welcome you all to the
Third Graduation Ceremony of
(MMU). I am, honored to host this
great occasion in which we present
over 900 quality graduates who
are well prepared to join the rest of
Kenyans in nation building. The entire
MMU community wishes you the very
best on this important occasion.
This university enjoys a positive
reputation with both internal and
external stakeholders. This year,
our engineering programmes were
accredited by Engineers Board of
Kenya which is in line with Kenya’s
Vision 2030 plans on Industrialization.
We have made enormous progress
this year. The student population
has tremendously grown; thirteen
academic programmes from diploma
to graduate level have also been
developed from our four faculties.
About five staff members were
awarded doctorate degrees in media,
information technology, business and
psychology from various universities
in Kenya. We congratulate and are
proud of all the staff for their academic
achievements.
Kenya Universities and Colleges Placement
Services (KUCCPS) report of 2016 indicates
that MMU was the first university whose
course capacity was fully occupied which
demonstrates stakeholder’s confidence in
our programmes.
To accommodate the growing number
of students, the MMU CBD Campus has
relocated to Uniafric House, Loita Street.
Our new campus is spacious, accessible
and provides conducive learning
environment. In addition, the construction
ofthenewuniversitybuildingisinprogress
and comprises of an auditorium hall with
200 sitting capacity for public lectures and
sixteen offices to accommodate academic
and administrative staff.
MMUcontinuestoexcelintheengineering,
information technology and media
discipline through partnerships which
facilitate students merge theory and
practice which is critical to a wholesome
academic experience. Our partnerships
with Samsung and Cisco has assisted
students to integrate course content and
industry practice in the communication,
information technology fields.
Further, our partnerships with media
organizations namely: KBC and
Africa 24 has equipped students
with skills required in the media and
communication industry. Finally, our
partnership arrangement with Russian
Universitieshasculminatedin8students
joining the post graduate courses in
Mechanical and Electrical Engineering.
To support and create a culture of
innovation within the university,
MMU held its annual innovation
week to encourage student creativity
and innovation in which over thirty
students took part. We congratulate our
upcoming innovators for taking time
to prepare and present such fine work
in Media, Communication, Technology
and Engineering.
MMU continues to excel in innovation
and research in order to disseminate
information through academic
exhibitions, trade shows and open
days. To facilitate this, the management
availed research funds to support about
six university staff in various research
activities.
In the just concluded 2016 Nairobi
International Trade Fair, MMU scooped
Data Services and Telecommunication
award, a repetition of last year when the
university emerged the best in the same
category. This is an indication of the
expertise utilised in the training of the
graduands. We congratulate all faculty
and staff that walked and worked with
our students to enable them achieve
this success.
To the graduands congratulations. Be
proud of what you have worked to
achieve and remember those who have
supported you to reach this end. I wish
you every success as you enter this next
exciting stage of your life and hope that
you stay connected with MMU in the
years to come.
In the just concluded 2016
Nairobi InternationalTrade Fair,
MMU scooped Data Services
andTelecommunicationaward,
a repetition of last year when
the university emerged the
best in the same category. This
is an indication of the expertise
utilised in the training of the
graduands. We congratulate
all faculty and staff that walked
and worked with our students
to enable them achieve this
success.”

Deputy Vice Chancellor
Administration, Finance
and Planning
Prof. Rosebella O. Maranga, PhD, MBS
A
s we celebrate the 3rd graduation
ceremony and launch of ISO
9001:2008 Certification, it is
important to realize that for modern day
education to have a greater impact on
society, the learning environment must
be supportive, conducive and inspiring.
Therefore, the capacity of any university
to deliver quality education largely
depends on both short-term and
long term strategies of continual
improvement.
It is for this reason that I am truly
humbled to be part of a vibrant team
at Multimedia University of Kenya
at a time when the university is
undergoing continual improvement
of infrastructural, policy and human
resource development programs aimed
at promoting innovative training, secure
learning, cutting edge research and
viable income generation.
While addressing shortage of office
spaceandlecture theatres,theuniversity
is undertaking the construction of a
four storey complex whose phase-
one is expected to be complete by
January 2017. The University has also
enhanced its transportation fleet with
an additional 51-seater bus, ambulance
and a mini-bus.
In effort to enhance security, the
university has successfully put up phase
one of a perimeter wall, stretching 1.6
kilometres. To complement this, the
installation of an integrated closed
circuit television CCTV project is being
rolled out this financial year.
Further, the reconstruction of the
Student Centre is set to commence in
November this year. Once complete,
the centre will house the offices of the
Dean of Students, Directorate of Sports
and Games, Student Union, Clubs and
Societies.
In order to improve quality of service
delivery, the university staff at various
cadres have been facilitated to
attend relevant trainings, seminars
and workshops both externally and
internally.
The institution has also funded
several members of the teaching
staff who are pursuing their PhDs.
Additionally, policies and statutes have
been improved and are now being
implemented, for the sustainable
promotion of staff welfare and the
continual improvement of service
delivery.
As a vibrant income generating project,
the university’s hotel and conference
facilities are being refurbished for the
attainment of state-of-the- art status by
the end of this financial year.
All these efforts, in addition to
the attainment of ISO 9001:2008
certification, signal our commitment
to the provision of quality services and
will ensure student and staff activities
operate smoothly.
To our graduating class of 2016, I wish
to congratulate you for your hard work
which culminates into this joyous
occasion. As we release you to the world,
I challenge you to remain innovative
in creating employment for yourselves
and others.
You must arm yourself with the heart
of a lion, the spirit to fight and not give
up. That Degree or Diploma you hold
in your hands today is really just your
learner’s permit for the rest of the drive
through life.
God bless you. God bless MMU.
ItisforthisreasonthatIamtruly
humbled to be part of a vibrant
team at Multimedia University
of Kenya at a time when the
university is undergoing
continual improvement of
infrastructural, policy and
human resource development
programs aimed at promoting
innovative training, secure
learning, cutting edge research
and viable income generation.

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Deputy Vice Chancellor
Academic Affairs, Research
and Innovation
Prof. Paul N. Mbatia, PhD
M
ultimedia University of Kenya
(MMU) is today celebrating
its third graduation as a fully-
fledged public university having been
chartered on 1st March 2013.
The Academic Division of MMU, which I
head, has continued to enhance quality
teaching, learning and research. In
addition, the division works to improve
the welfare of students and to create a
conducive environment that inspires
technological innovation.
Since 2014, the academic division has
continued to promote an attractive
image for MMU. This has led to a
consistent increase in student enrolment
that reached an all-time high of 5,500 in
September 2016. The enhanced positive
image has tremendously improved the
competitiveness of MMU. As a result,
during the Sptember 2016 intake, MMU
was reported by the Kenya Universities
and Colleges Central Placement Service
(KUCCPS) as the only public university
that filled their declared student capacity
during the first selection.
To further promote competitiveness
of MMU, the division has invested in
the development and diversification
of our academic programmes. First, in
2016, MMU launched and formally
mounted two new competitive degree
courses, namely, Bachelor of Science
in Applied Optics and Lasers and
Bachelor of Science in Renewable
Energy and Technology. Second,
two new faculties - Faculty of Social
Sciences and Technology and Faculty
of Education and Technology – will
be launched before the end of 2016.
Third, a total of 14 new programmes –
including postgraduate programmes –
have successfully been formulated and
are ready for mounting in 2016.
Last, in September 2016, two
programmes in the Faculty of
Engineering and Technology namely,
Bachelor of Science in Electrical and
Telecommunication Engineering and
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical
and Manufacturing Engineering,
were accredited by Engineers Board
of Kenya (EBK). This confirms the
continued commitment of MMU
to offer quality training as a public
technical university.
to fund research by our academic staff.
In September 2016, the university held
a successful innovation Week event,
for the second year running, where
our students showcased impressive
innovations. A total of about 20
innovations competed for the award
of prizes for the three best innovations
during the event.
To improve the academic profile of
MMU, we have continued to support
and motivate academic staff to pursue
Ph.D. degree and to seek promotions
internally. In 2016, three academic
staff attained their doctorate degrees;
several others were promoted to the
positions of lecturer, senior lecturer and
professor.
And one other staff was registered as
an Engineer by the EBK. The improved
academic profile of the staff at MMU
in 2016 further strengthened its
competitiveness making MMU a true
‘Leader in Innovative Technology.’
In 2016, 0ur students continued to
excel in extracurricular activities
including drama, games and sports.
We appreciate and thank our students
for their dedication in promoting the
image of university locally, nationally
and regionally.
In conclusion, as the leader of the
academic division, I am proud to
be associated with the impressive
achievements of MMU in 2016.
Today, during this auspicious 2016
graduation ceremony, I have full
confidence in presenting a cohort of
highly trained innovative young people
to our beloved nation of Kenya and to
the entire globe at large. Our graduands
are ready to go and inspired to make a
difference in the world they are about
to join. My congratulations to the 2016
MMU graduands!
To promote generation
of new knowledge and
innovations, MMU has
continued to invest heavily
in research and innovation.
During the first quarter of
the 2016/2017 financial year,
the university competitively
allocated and released KShs.
6 million to fund research by
our academic staff.”
To promote generation of new
knowledge and innovations, MMU
has continued to invest heavily in
research and innovation. During the
first quarter of the 2016/2017 financial
year, the university competitively
allocated and released KShs. 6 million

Directors
Mr. Cornelius Mutangili
Deputy Registrar, R& I
Mr. Joseph Ndiritu
Ag. Finance Officer
Mr. Jotham Mwale
Ag. Director, Centre for Open, Distance
and e-Learning (CoDel)
Mrs. Dorothy Odhiambo
Ag. Director, Centre for Further
Education
Prof. Livingstone M. H. Ngoo
Ag. Director, Post Graduate Studies
Ms. Dorcas Kerre
Director, Quality Assurance
Mr. Samuel Odoyo
Ag. Director, ICT Museum
Ms. G. O. Kemunto
Ag. Director, CBD Campus
Esther N. Ing’aa
Librarian
Mr. Francis Manya
Director, Gender, Ethnicity and
Diversity
Mr. Caleb Oboch
Ag. Registrar, Administration
Mr. Jack Gumbo
Dep. Chief Procurement Officer
Dr. Joash Mulabe
Registrar, Academic Affairs
Senior Managers

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Registrars Briefs
A
s we celebrate our third
Graduation Ceremony, I join
the management of our
great university to congratulate our
graduands.
Today is a great day not just for you but
your lecturers, families, friends and well-
wishers. For many of you, this graduation
is just the next step in your education
and career life. You’re headed to the
daunting task of starting the career
you’ve wanted to undertake.
As you return the caps and gowns you’re
wearing today and take your diplomas
and degrees home, remember this:
what you receive today is your insurance
policy with the premium paid in full by
your hard work over the past 19 or so
years.
The value of that policy depends on
how much effort you put into your next
phase in life and what you do with it. It
is assumed that your diploma or degree
is your passport to higher earnings and
protection against tough economic
times.
Your hard earned credentials are a
demonstration of an effective public
educationsystemthatensuresallyoung
people across our nation have access to
the same experience. This education
has shaped you and me and exposed
us to diverse beliefs and traditions
that have enabled us to function in our
interdependent and complex world.
I thank faculty for adequately equipping
you for the world. Use the knowledge
you have acquired to exploit the
opportunities that come your way, for
the betterment of humanity. Be better
ambassadors of our great University.
I wish you success in your endeavours.
God bless you, and God bless our
University.
I take this opportunity to congratulate
our graduands of 2016 on this auspicious
occasion as they celebrate their
academic achievements in various fields
of discipline.
I appreciate the parents, guardians
and other stakeholders who together
with the university, have supported our
graduands to achieve their success.
The Administration Department is
responsible for general administration,
human resources policies as well as staff
welfare.
The department coordinates
administrative functions of the university
while ensuring smooth industrial
relations between Management and
staff.
Through this, the department is
mandated to execute the provisions
of the university policies within the
framework of the institution’s vision
and mission.
Further, the department provides
support services for effective teaching
and learning. This includes service
delivery, quality accommodation,
catering,transportandmedicalservices
among others.
The department conducts regular
need based assessment of faculties
and sections to develop and execute
appropriate strategies.
Finally, I wish all the graduands success
in their endeavours.
ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
ADMINISTRATION AND PLANNING
Dr. Joash Mulabe
Registrar
Mr. Caleb Oboch
Registrar
As you return the caps and
gowns you’re wearing today
and take your diplomas and
degrees home, remember
this: what you receive today is
your insurance policy with the
premium paid in full by your
hard work over the past 19 or
so years.”

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
M
ultimedia University of Kenya is
one of the ten public technical
universities in Kenya which
emphasizes in impacting skills through
teaching, research and innovation.
The Faculty of Engineering and
Technology is one of the main drivers
in accomplishing the task of research
and innovation. The faculty has two
departments namely: Department
of Mechanical and Mechatronic
Engineering and Department of
Electrical and Communications
Engineering.
ThedepartmentsofferBScinMechanical
and Manufacturing Engineering and
B.ScinElectricalandTelecommunication
Engineering which have been approved
by the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).
Theprogramsaresupportedbyqualified
teaching and technical staff and state
of the art laboratories that have been
established through the efforts of
the Government of Kenya, internally
generated resources and donations
obtained through collaborations with
the Japan International Cooperation
Agency (JICA), Davis & Shirtliff,
and Samsung among others. The
laboratories are used for teaching and
research in the faculty.
The faculty works closely with industry
and other key stakeholders to integrate
the needs of respective industries
when either reviewing or developing
new programs. This goes a long way in
equipping both staff and students with
hands on experience and skills that
match the needs of the industry.
The faculty has also developed
two engineering post graduate
programmes namely Masters of Science
in Communication and Multimedia
Engineering and Masters of Science in
Mechanical Engineering to be offered
soon.
The faculty has also laid out plans to
develop PhD programmes to help in
developing its human resource capacity.
Through established collaboration with
some universities in Russia, some of
our graduands received scholarships to
study at postgraduate level.
This collaboration has opened avenues
of sharing professionals at higher levels.
Registrar R&I and
Dean’s Briefs
I
n the knowledge economy,
universities are considered to be key
institutions for the production of
high level skills and innovation.
Therefore, the core business of
universities is the production,
application and dissemination of
knowledgegeneratedthroughresearch.
The university, as an integral part of
higher education system, conducts
research, delivers quality academic
programmes and produces highly
skilled professionals in line with societal
needs. Thus, research is a bridge
between science and development.
As a world class centre of excellence
in training, research and innovation in
cutting edge technologies, Multimedia
University of Kenya has made
tremendous success in the area of
research and innovation.
Our scholars participate in conferences
and seminars and also supervise
students projects which are presented
in various exhibitions and competitions.
The university allocates research funds
to support research activities by our
academic staff.
Further, in emphasizing the importance
of innovations, the department has set
Innovation Week as an annual calendar
event for the university.
RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Mr. Cornelius Mutangili
Deputy Registrar
Prof. Eng. Abel Mayaka
Dean
We look forward to continually
showcasing our innovations in trade
fairs and academic exhibitions.

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Deans’ Briefs
FACULTY OF MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION
O
n this auspicious day we
celebrate your tremendous
achievements, you have each
accomplished much during your time
at Multimedia University of Kenya.
Although these past years have gone
by in the blink of an eye, today is the
beginning of new chapter in your lives.
During the commencement you move
the tassel from right side to the left
side symbolizing your transition from
candidatetograduate.Commencement
is not the end of an academic journey,
but a new beginning.
You are beginning a new chapter in
your lives. As graduates you will have
many more commencements in your
lives. Most of you will begin jobs,
businesses or marriage. Life is about
these new beginnings and how you
react to them. Face them both with the
same zeal and determination as you
have always done.
The education and skills gained at MMU
have prepared you to adapt to these
new beginnings and take full advantage
of them.
This graduation also marks a milestone
for parents, families, friends, and
guardians as their support has
contributed significantly to your
success. Savour this momentous
occasion with them.
As you graduate from the university,
please know that you are not leaving
our MMU community behind. You are
joining a new part of it – as an alumna
or alumnus. You follow in the footsteps
of other alumni who continue to make
a difference nationally and regionally.
I hope you will stay connected to the
university, to the lecturers who have
mentored you, and to the friends with
whom you have shared this time.
On behalf of the Faculty of Media and
Communication, I congratulate you on
all your achievements and wish you
a bright future filled with boundless
opportunities and very good luck for
the new beginnings in life.
May you always keep learning, growing,
and realizing the best in yourself.
FACULTY OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
T
he Faculty of Computing and
Information Technology (CIT)
is committed to offering high
qualitytrainingintheareasofComputer
Science, Information Technology,
Computer Technology and Software
Engineering.
The faculty has attracted highly
qualified and innovative staff who are
involved in research activities that have
resulted in various publications and
participation in conferences.
Over the years the faculty has
established modern training facilities
and entered into collaborations with
players in the ICT industrial sector
to provide extensive exposure and
practical experience to our students.
Thestudentsarealsoactivelyinvolvedin
innovation and have participated in the
NASA Apps Global, Safaricom AppWiz
competitions, JKUAT Tech Expo, Intel
IOT and NASA Global App Challenge. All
these accomplishments have resulted
in the production of highly competitive
graduates for the job market with last
year’s graduates having already made
a name for themselves and the faculty.
The graduates are key players in the
ICT sector offering dependable, sought
after services in software product
development, telecommunications and
banking and insurance sectors, to name
but a few.
I take this opportunity to congratulate
all the 2016 MMU graduands and wish
each of them the very best as they
launch out into the world of work. We
encourage them to take advantage of
the opportunities available to make
contributions to national development.
Dr. Moses O. Odeo
Dean
Dr. Isaac Mutwiri
Dean

T
he Faculty of Science &Technology
(FoST) congratulates the class of
2016 as you successfully complete
this important stage of your life.
A milestone by any standard! You have
remained focused and resisted the
negative pressure that comes with peer
groups.
As you deservedly celebrate your
achievement, FoST is proud of you as
a worthy class of graduands who will
easily be recognized by their work in the
society. Y
ou are well prepared and ready for
the industry because you have been
equipped adequately in your various
disciplines. You will no doubt be a
credit to Multimedia University of Kenya
(MMU)anditsdedicatedandcommitted
staff.
FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
The MMU community feels fulfilled in
its intention to inculcate a philosophy
of hard work as the only way to the
milestone that you have achieved.
Our aim is to nurture competent and
holistic graduates who will easily apply
theory into practice. This will soon be
seen in you as you confidently take up
challenges in service to the nation.
FoST offers diversified programmes
whichareapplication-oriented.Ourgoal
is to produce competent and dynamic
scientists able to tackle any emerging
challenges. We place emphasis on
producing young scientists whose
character will match their intellect.
Our students participate in innovative
challenges and research projects
because they have been trained to think
critically and analytically, giving them a
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS
The Faculty of Business and Economics
provides quality education to meet
industry needs. The faculty offers four
degree programmes namely Bachelor
of Commerce, Bachelor of Procurement
and Logistics, Bachelor of Business
Information Technology and Bachelor
of Science in Acturial Science.
The Faculty will be launching Bachelor
of Science in Economics, Masters in
Business Administration, MSc in Supply
Chain Management, MSc in Project
Management, MSc in Entrepreneurship
and Innovation and MSc in Economics.
The Faculty also offers various diploma
courses in Procurement, Human
Resource and Business Administration.
The Faculty also offers various
professional courses examined by
KASNEB, KNEC, Cambridge and CIPs
(UK) and ACCA.
The courses include Certified Public
Accountant (CPA), Certified Secretary
(CS), International Diploma in Human
Resource Management, Cambridge and
CIPs among others.
Our faculty has dedicated teachers,
experienced industry professionals
and committed scholars who mentor
students.
Our graduates are compassionate, well
prepared, committed and equipped to
understand and engage appropriately
in the market place.They are motivated,
adaptable professionals, mature and
creative problem solvers. We believe
they will impact global economy.
To our graduands, have big dreams, full
dreams and not half dreams. Remember
that luck happens to people who shoot
high and who never sell themselves
short.
Therefore, believe in your dreams.
On behalf of all our faculty staff and
alumni, congratulations to class of 2016.
Dr. Mary Mugo
Dean
Dr. Sitawa Wattanga
Dean
Deans’ Briefs
head start in their future careers. This
serves as a spring board for them to gain
authentic experience in the increasingly
complex technological world.

16
Librarian & Dean of
Students Briefs
LIBRARY
T
o echo the Biblical words in Hosea
4:6 ; “My people perish because of
lack of Knowledge”. This means
that we all need information inoder to
prosper in our plans.
Indeed, we face many challenges as
a result of basing our decisions on
either inadequate or lack of relevant
knowledge.
Thus, access to and use of knowledge
found in books, journals, and other
publications is necessary for, on one
hand, a citizen to make informed
decisions while students excel in their
academic endeavors.
The University Library is instrumental
in knowledge management, provision
of information services and adoption
of integrated web-based library
management system to support
teaching, learning and research
activities.
MMU library has made milestones in
the last three years. It has acquired a
web-based information system which
facilitates remote access of library
resources by students and staff.
The facility has current and relevant
information resources, well- equipped
digital-resources lab, qualified and
committed staff. The periodic review of
library operation hours enables users
to meet their dynamic information and
knowledge needs.
The library management is keen on
equipping students with the necessary
information literacy skills to ensure that
they confidently navigate through the
amorphous and dynamic information
environments.
Thus, as a department, we are proud
to have greatly contributed in the
academic success of the graduating
students.
Dean of Students
C
ongratulations to the MMU
Class of 2016. Each of you here
represents a story of quest for
quality higher education-a story whose
last chapter at this level, is being penned
today.
We at MMMU have trained you in a
holistic manner to prepare you for life in
the 21st century.
The University has provided you with
opportunities for co-curricular activities
that included sports, clubs as well as
general activities such as the cultural
week.
Through these activities we aspired to
imbue you with the soft skills that spice
up your degree and give you an edge in
a very competitive environment.
So on your step out, we are confident
that you are well equipped to meet the
challenges.
Be courageous and confident as you
seek to achieve your dreams. Believe
in yourself and in what you have so far
achieved and look forward to a future
full of promise.
I leave you with the beautiful words of
the Albert Einstein who said: “Learn
from yesterday, live for today,
hope for tomorrow. The important
thing is not to stop questioning.”
With such an attitude, the sky becomes
only a lower limit.
God bless you.
Esther N. Ing’aa
Librarian
Shadrack N. Kirunga
Dean
We are, therefore, confident that our
collective efforts equipped these
students with the right knowledge and
skills which will afford them a suitable
place in the global economy.

Valedictorian’s
Message
M
y heart is filled with great joy as
I celebrate this 3rd graduation
ceremony. I am delighted to be
graduatingtodaywithfellowclassmates,
a testimony of all the hard work we have
put in over the last years.
To most of us, the journey towards this
auspiciousdayhasnotbeenaneasyone.
In fact, some dropped out, others lost
their lives/maimed in the course of their
studies while others were suspended for
various reasons and are yet to complete
their studies in the university.
Today marks the end of our
undergraduate education at this great
university, but nothing more fulfilling
than knowing that in addition to the
great papers we posses, there is an
equal great set of skills related to the
job market at our disposal.
As you all can attest, the job market
has never been as competitive as it
is, today. With the rise in the number
of universities in this country, a fresh
set of graduates are released into the
market place every so often, making the
playing field relatively crowded.
But the one thing I can assure potential
employers and those from the outside
looking in, is that MMU has trained
us well and we are very prepared to
conquer the job market in Kenya and
beyond.
I am a product of one of the most
vibrant faculties in the university -
Faculty of Media and Communication.
This faculty has not only taken the name
of this great university to the global
map of excellence in terms of media
training, but it has also established
itself as a golden tributary to the
mainstream media, supplying media
organizations with young and talented
communication professionals.
With state-of-the art media studios
equipped with the latest video and
audio editing suites, you get the
opportunity to the best among equals
whether as a newspaper reporter,
broadcast journalist or graphic designer
in the hands of communication,
journalism and renowned scholars who
are distinguished by their teaching and
research excellence. Their enthusiasm
and expertise in these dynamic
fields challenge and inspire students
and prepare them to become the
communication leaders of tomorrow.
Therefore, I thank our lecturers for their
support throughout our study. Without
the knowledge they shared with us,
stimulating and exciting sessions we
had with them, we would never have
excelled.
They have moulded us into who we are
and who we have become. And so to our
lecturers, hats off to you!
To our beloved parents, guardians and
caregivers who have played a major role
and are part of this success story being
told today. Many of you gave your all,
and for most, up to the last coin to keep
us in school. We say thank you.
Finally,onbehalfofmyfellowgraduands,
I take this opportunity to express my
gratitude the Vice Chancellor and his
management team led by Amb. Prof.
Festus Kaberia for making this place, a
home away from home. We will forever
remain indebted to you. We promise
to take the MMU brand higher in our
endeavors.
Thank you all and may God bless MMU.
Omulo Collins Ogola
Bachelor of Journalism
Graduation Statistics
S. No. Faculty Name Male Female Total
1. Engineering & Technology 11 2 13
2. Business & Economics 131 89 220
3. Computing & Information Technology 113 27 140
4. Media & Communication 246 315 561
TOTAL 501 433 934

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Graduands’
parting shots
Ali Hassan
Bachelor of Applied Communication
stands for its name and vision.
The institution has remarkable
training facilities for media and
communication. During my four
years at MMU, I have not only
develop as a person, but also
as corporate communication
practitioner.
My stay at MMU was a great time in my
life mainly because of the dedicated staff.
I will forever remain grateful for the time
God gave me in this great UNIVERSITY.
The greatest glory in life lies not in ever
failing, but in rising every time we fall. Let
us not look back in anger or forward in
fear, but abound in awareness.
Philip Wambua
BSc. Computing Information Technology
Edell Queen Ayuma
Studying at MMU is the best thing that
has ever happened in my life. One of the
things that I really like about MMU is
the state-of-the art editing labs, TV and
radio studios. They gave me the ideal
hands-on experience to work in the
modern media environment.
My university experience has been
amazing. I have learnt a lot in such a short
period of time. I got the chance to be part
of a new family that enabled me discover
new life skills. I am grateful to MMU for
the knowledge and skills that I believe
will help me in my career growth.
May God bless MMU.
Cynthia Manyinsa
Gladys Waweru
BSc. Computing Information Technology
It has been a great experience be in
MMU. I thank God for all who made it
possible for me to attain this degree.
MMU is the best learning institution
I would ask for. To my brothers and
sisters who are remaining, make use of
this beautiful university.
Shalom
Thomas Muguro
Bachelor of Commerce
I owe quite a lot to MMU. I appreciate the
unceasingly passionate lecturers and staff
members in their work to serve students.
As I go out to the world, I believe MMU has
given me irreplaceable skills. I do not need
magic to change the world; I already have
with me the power to imagine better and
change the world.
Scolastica Mugi
My experience in MMU has been life-
changing. The conducive environment
and competent lecturers have been of
invaluable help to my accomplishments.
I truly appreciate the faculty expertise,
collective wisdom. The tremendous
support from the Catholic Association in
MMU has had great impact on my campus
life.
Johnmark Njeru
Dip. in Electrical and Telecommunication Engineering
My study has been rewarding because I
have gained relevant skills in my profession.
Whatever experience you may wish to gain,
whatever interests you wish to express, you
will definitely find the means to do so in MMU.

Ali Hassan
Graduands’
parting shots
Faith Cheruiyot
BSc. Information Technology.
During my four year study, I learnt
why it is important to work hard
and smart. It was a wonderful
experience for me as a BSc. IT student.
I believe that I have the set of skills
that employers are looking for. I
thank MMU for nurturing a young
workforce, skilled in ICT to meet the
needs of the industry.
Miriam Wakeru
I consider it an honor and a privilege to
have been a student at the prestigious
MMU. I have met diverse people,
dedicated staff and lecturers who have
molded me into an all rounded individual
ready to tackle the next phase of life.
Victor Atunga Nyaoga
Bachelor of Film Production
I joined the university in May 2013. I have
acquired skills in screen play writing and
directing. I can comfortably step out into
the world and be the best filmmaker in
Kenya and beyond. May God bless MMU!
Ruphas Mungai Kimani
For me, the MMU experience has been a
journey of self discovery. As a marketer I
am well equipped to apply my knowledge
to brighten my future and that of my
society.
Edita Amadi
I am grateful for the unique opportunity
of study at MMU. I have grown, nurtured
my talent, explored new areas and
learnt to identify opportunities. Being a
student leader, representing the faculty,
has greatly contributed to my personal
development. MMU is definitely the right
place with fantastic facilities.
While our academic achievements were
emphasised, MMU facilitated seminars and
training programs which enabled students
acquire the relevant exposure outside the
classroom. Not only did I come out with
my bachelor’s degree I also acquired values
such a team work, communication and
hard work.
Paul Nganga
BSc. Information Technology
Today marks the final stride to a
remarkable ride, great journey and one
in a lifetime moment. Having been a
student at MMU, I step out clothed in a
gown of honor and I walk with pride and
dignity. That I was employed as a System
Engineer at LANTech (Africa), way before
graduation is a vivid indicator of the value
and quality of education offered at MMU.
James Ngige
BSc. Information Technology
On my first day in campus, I had no clear
vision of what lay ahead of me. Four years
down the line, campus experience has
greatly transformed me. Being a faculty
representative has moulded me into a
servant leader.
Bravo MMU.
Alex Okoth
Bachelor of Film Production

20
Varsity gets ISO 9001:2008
Certification
Vice Chancellor Amb. Prof Festus Kaberia receives the university’s ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management
Systems (QMS) documents from the Director of Commercial Services Alpex Consulting Africa Limited
(ACAL) Mr. Morrison Ngari during the official launch of the QMS at the institution’s Main Conference Hall.
With him is Deputy Vice Chancellors Prof. Rosebella Maranga and Prof. Paul Mbatia.
M
ultimedia University of Kenya’s
dedication to quality service
delivery has been crowned by
the award of ISO 9001:2008 Certification,
putting the university’s name on
the global map of quality focused
institutions.
To attain the ISO 9001:2008 certification,
the university organised a series of
sensitizations, trainings and internal
and external audits in preparation for
certification.
It was therfore a joyous occasion
when the Kenya Bureau of Standards
(KEBS) awarded the university with a
certificate of registration to certify that
the institution had been audited and
found to comply with the requirements
of ISO 9001: 2008 Quality Management
Systems (QMS).
“I wish to inform all members of staff
and students that the Audit Process by
KEBS was very successful. On behalf of
the University Management, I wish to
thank all of you for your efforts and co-
operation throughout the process,” said
the Vice Chancellor Amb. Prof. Festus
Kaberia.
The certification mirrors the
contributions of devoted staff,
students and the commitment of the
management to a process that began
on 19th January 2015. The university
affirmed its commitment to attaining
the certification on 15th June 2015 with
the launch of the QMS that not only gave
the whole process new impetus, but also
infused the zeal for all departments to
comply with the QMS requirements.
Speaking when he presided over the
QMS launch, the VC said the exercise is
an indication that while the university
is committed towards achieving the
highest standards in service delivery, it
is also prepared to open its systems to
scrutiny and evaluation by external and
internal clients.
“The Quality Management System forms
the basis of evaluating and reporting
our performance as we inculcate
The Quality Management
System forms the basis of
evaluating and reporting
our performance as we
inculcate professionalism and
excellence in our day to day
operations.”
professionalism and excellence in our
day to day operations,”stated the VC.
Following the successful launch and in
light of the collective commitment and
devotion to the process, the university
conducted a series of internal audits
intended to cultivate a culture of
compliance with QMS.
This set the stage for the Stage One
Pre-Certification Audit which was
conducted by KEBS on 8th December
2015 to confirm that the university was
ready for certification audit.
With minimal non-conformities, KEBS
proceeded to conduct the Stage II - and
final Audit on 20th and 21st January
2016; an exercise which confirmed the
institution’s compliance with the ISO
standard. Thereafter, on Wednesday,
27th January 2016, KEBS recommended
the award of the certification.
The launch of this award today marks
a new beginning of quality service
delivery, effective and efficient
management of resouces and
international recognition.
University staff and students during the official launch of the QMS.

EBK approves MMU
engineering programmes
Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) Programmes Accreditation Team together with MMU’s Top Management and the Faculty of Engineering and Technology staff
pose for a group photo during EBK inspection visit.
E
ngineers Board of Kenya
(EBK) has accredited two
engineering programmes
offered by Multimedia University
of Kenya.
This means that the engineering
graduates from MMU are recognised
by the regulatory agencies and are now
allowed to practice.
The approval of Bachelor of
Science in Mechanical and
Manufacturing Engineering and
Telecommunication Engineering
came on the backdrop of a
successful inspection by the EBK
Programmes Accreditation Team
who visited the university on 8th
June 2016 for an inspection of
the engineering training facilities,
infrastructure and the capacity
and qualification of the teaching
staff.
Speaking to MMU Magazine, Dean,
Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Prof. Abel Mayaka said the approval is
a great achievement for the university
as it seeks to offer quality engineering
training that is commensurate with the
Board’s standards.
“MMU offers independent engineering
programmes recognized by EBK. Our
students will not only graduate with
MMU certificates, but they are also
assured of quality training,” said Prof.
Mayaka.
He also revealed that the faculty
has developed two post graduate
programmes that will soon be
rolled out.
“We have developed two
engineering post graduate
programmes namely; Masters
of Science in Communication
and Multimedia Engineering and
Masters of Science in Mechanical
Engineering to be offered soon,”
said the Dean.
The Dean further noted that all that
programmes have been developed
in close collaboration with
industry players and stakeholders
in order to integrate the needs of
respective industries, adding that
this will go a long way in
equipping students with hands on
experience and skills that match
the needs of the industry.
The faculty has also laid out plans to
develop PhD programmes to help in
developing internally trained staff in
accordance with the Commission for
University Education (CUE) requirement
that universities should have lecturers
who are holders of doctorate degree.
As a bridge to the bachelor degree
programmes, the faculty has
developed Diploma in Mechanical
Engineering alongside Diploma in
Electrical and Telecommunication
Engineering.
Fact file: Accreditation for
EngineeringDegreeProgrammes
by EBK
EBK approval and accreditation
of any engineering programmes
offered by any university in
Kenya means that an institution
has the capacity to offer quality
engineering training that is
commensurate with the board’s
standards.
The accreditation process involves
thorough assessment to ascertain
that a course meets certain
requirements for admissibility as
a professional programme.
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MMU introduces post-
graduate programmes
M
ultimedia University of Kenya
is introducing eight post-
graduate programmes in
various disciplines in January 2017.
Director, Post-graduate Studies Prof.
Eng. Livingstone Ngoo said that
preparations for the launch of the
mastersprogrammesareatanadvanced
stage, and that the university will begin
offering the programmes early next
year.
The programmes to be offered include:
Master of Science in Statistics; Master of
Science in Applied Mathematics; Master
ofScienceinPureMathematics;Masterof
Science in Analytical Chemistry; Master
of Science in Mechanical Engineering;
Master of Science in Communication
and Multimedia Engineering; Masters in
Corporate Communication; and Masters
in Journalism and Communication.
“All these programmes are at the final
stage of development. The directorate
of post-graduate studies will present a
post-graduate handbook and proposed
fee structures to the senate for approval
Director, Post-graduate Studies Prof. Eng. Livingstone
Ngoo at a past function.
before the programs can be advertised
and launched,”said Prof. Ngoo.
He added that the approval of the
handbook and the proposed fee
structure will enable the directorate to
launch the programmes immediately
after this year’s graduation or early next
year.
Prof. Ngoo also said that the master
programmes will be offered for a
minimum period of four semesters
through course work, examination and
thesis.
Prof. Ngoo emphasized that the
introduction of the post-graduate
programmes is not only in line with
ISO 9001:2008 quality management
systems requirements, but also
reaffirms the university’s resolve of
achieving its strategic goals.
“We want to excel in training, research
and innovation. We believe that the
introduction of the post-graduate
programmes will raise the profile of
this university in terms of research,
innovations and scholarly publications,”
concludes, Prof. Ngoo.
Faculty of Media and Communication
Masters in Corporate Communication
Masters in Journalism and Media
Studies
Faculty of Engineering and
Technology
Masters of Science in Mechanical
Engineering
Masters of Science in Communication
and Multimedia Engineering
Masters of Science in Analytical
Chemistry
Masters of Science in pure Mathematics
Masters of Science in Applied
Mathematics
Masters of Science in Statistics
MMU Is ISO 9001:2008 Certified
Masters Programmes
Leader in Innovative Technology
Faculty of Science and Technology

Engineering students
awarded post-graduate
scholarships to Russia
E
ight students from the Faculty
of Engineering and Technology
were awarded post-graduate
scholarship by the National University
of Science and Technology (MISIS) in
Russia.
The eight: Dan Ruiri; Lilian Mua; Duke
Omuko; Peter Yegon; Daniel Gombe;
Philemon Yegon; Rodgers Bosire;
and Edgah Masinde went through a
competitive selection process. The
process involved written examinations
and presentations of innovative
projects that were designed to address
challenges facing the country.
Speaking during the award ceremony
early this year, Vice Chancellor Amb.
Prof. Festus Kaberia congratulated
the students and urged them to be
good ambassadors who elevate the
university’s reputation.
“This is a good move for MMU and
indeed for Kenya as it is geared towards
the attainment of Vision 2030. Work
hard and become good representatives
of the university,”said the VC.
DeputyViceChancellor,AcademicAffairs,
Research and Innovation, Prof. Paul
Mbatia thanked MISIS for the scholarship
opportunities and encouraged the
students to set the academic pace and
be exemplary.
The scholarships which were awarded
in April 2016 were an outcome of a
memorandum of understanding (MoU)
signed between MMU, MISIS, the
People’s Friendship University of Russia
and the National Research University.
MMU engineering students, the management and representatives of National University of Science and Technology pose for a group photo after the award
of the post-graduate scholarships to the winning students.
Therefore, EBK assess the capacity of
any university to run an engineering
programme based on:-
Programme Design
This assess whether the programme
is intellectually credible, coherent and
meets national needs, needs of students
and other stakeholders.
Curriculum Design
The criteria for curriculum content
assures a foundation in mathematics
and basic sciences, a broad preparation
inengineeringsciencesandengineering
designandanexposuretonon-technical
subjects that complement the technical
aspects of the curriculum.
Faculty Staff Establishment
Itassuresthatthereisasufficientnumber
offull-timefacultymembersandensures
adequate levels of students-lecturer
interaction, student counseling and
faculty participation in development,
control and administration of the
curriculum.
Training Facilities and
Infrastructure
This criterion ensures that the faculty has
suitable and adequate learning venues,
libraries, laboratories, workshops, IT
infrastructure and all facilities necessary
to adequately train competent
engineering graduates.
Duration of Training
The Board recommends Bachelor of
Engineering programmes training
period of five years in the Kenyan
education system to adequately
cover the engineering curriculum.
<<<from pg 21
EBK approves MMU engineering programmes

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Varsity renews ICT
partnership with Korea
T
he National Information Society
Agency of Korea (NIA) and
have renewed their partnership for
the maintenance of the Kenya-Korea
Information Access Centre.
The Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) renewing the partnership was
signed by by NIA President Byung-jo
Suh and MMU Deputy Vice Chancellor
Academic Affairs Research and
Innovation Prof. Paul Mbatia during
the Kenya-Korea Science and ICT Co-
operation Seminar held at the Norfolk
Hotel mid this year.
Speaking during the signing ceremony,
President Suh said that the cooperation
framework established by the leaders,
research institutions and universities in
the two countries will forge cooperative
relationships for development in the
Science and ICT fields.
“It is my belief that cooperation
between government agencies and
universities will continue to expand and
result in achievements that promote
robust and innovative technologies and
businesses,”said the President.
On his part, Prof. Mbatia thanked
NIA and the Korean government for
choosing MMU to host the Information
Access Centre noting that the facility is
a major resource centre for teaching,
research and bridging the digital divide
in the country.
The centre which was launched in April
2012 is utilized in the enhancement
of digital literacy to foster a skilled ICT
workforce. It is a world-class Internet
Plaza consisting of a cybercafé,
teleconference centre and computer
labs.
Biodiversity Informatics Training Workshop.
Kenya-Korea IAC
voted best globally
The Kenya-Korea Information Access
Centre (IAC) won the 2015 Best IAC
Award from the National Information
Agency- Republic of Korea.
The IAC hosted by the university
emerged the best beating IACs from
over 45 countries world wide.
The assessment criteria was based on:
status of operation, innovative practices,
local community participation,
cooperative activities with Korea and
plans.
This is an indication of the institution’s
extensive utilization and inclusion of ICT
in quality training and research. Apart
from students, the centre also targets
training community members on
basic IT skills and how to use the same
to understand the socio-economic
dynamics in the country and beyond.
The IAC has so far trained over 1,100
community members and high school
students in basic computer operations,
Internet access and communication
skills. The new facility includes
teleconferencing facility, computer
laboratories and a state-of-the-art
Internet cafe.
President of the National Information Society Agency of Korea Byung-jo Suh and MMU Deputy Vice
Chancellor Academic Affairs Research and Innovation Prof. Paul Mbatia display signed copies of the
MoU signed at the Norfork Hotel during the Kenya-Korea Science and ICT Co-operation Seminar.
High school students during a training session
at the Kenya-Korea IAC lab

MMU wins at Nairobi
Intl. Trade Fair
MMU complies with NCIC Act 2008
is among four universities that
have complied with the National
Cohesion and Integration (NCIC)
Act, 2008.
This was revealed in the NCIC
report on the ethnic audit
of public universities that
was released by NCIC after
conducting a research last year
with the view of ensuring that
universities and institutions of
higher learning reflect the face
of the nation, by establishing
ethnic balancing in various
employment positions.
The Act stipulates that no
public establishment shall
have more than one third of
its staff from the same ethnic
community.
MMU workforce is comprised
of employees from 13
communities.
The university’s ethnic
distributionreportshowsthat
majority of the communities
presented at the institution
are the Kikuyu, Luo, Luhya,
Kamba, Kisii, Kalenjin and
Meru.
Graphical presentation of MMU ethnic distribution among staff
MMU Chairman of Council Dr. Herbert M. Amatsimbi receives a trophy for the best Data Services and Telecommunication display from His Excellency
President Uhuru Kenyatta during the 2016 Nairobi International Trade Fair held at Jamuhuri Park. MMU also emerged third in the category of Higher
Learning, Development and Advanced Technology.

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T
he third edition of MMU
Innovation Week was a robust
affair attracting over 30 student
innovators. The event also attracted
participation from industry players from
government, academia, private sector
and techpreneurs.
The four-day event which took place in
September saw a display of ingenious
innovations from students which
included an assortment of interactive
digital content of Film and Animation
for teaching in primary schools, a USSD
voter registration and voting system, Bio
Diesel that promotes green energy and
Smart Bins system that focuses on the
use of internet to monitor waste levels
and manage litter bins through smart
phone devices among others.
Speaking during the closing ceremony
of the Innovation Week, a renowned
innovator and Kericho County Governor
Prof.PaulChepkwony,whowastheguest
of honour, expressed his optimism at
the quality of the innovations exhibited.
He however advised innovators to
patent their ideas before making them
public, regretting the frequent loss
of ideas due to lack of knowledge on
intellectual property rights.
He advised to innovators to register
the patents of their ideas before going
public.
The governor, who has over fifteen
patents to his name, promised to
support the university on projects that
promote research and innovation.
He stressed the need for universities
to embrace local technology for
sustainable solutions to local problems.
MMU Council Chairman Dr. Hebert
Amatsimbi reiterated the council’s
commitment to innovations pledging
to increase funding towards research
activities.
Novel inventions on
display at MMU
Innovation Week
Duncan Akello (second right), whose innovation emerged best at the just concluded InnovationWeek,
explains to the Chief Guest the Governor of Kericho County Prof. Paul Chepkwony (second left), how
his SmartKura systems works. Looking on is the MMU Council Chairman Dr. Hebert M. Amatsimbi
(right), Vice Chancellor Amb. Prof. Festus Kaberia (center) and Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic Affairs
Research and Innovation Prof Paul Mbatia.
ViceChancellorAmb.Prof.FestusKaberia
stressed the university’s commitment
to working closely with university
innovators to make sure that all novel
ideas and innovations are patented to
help the country achieve Vision 2030,”
said the VC.
TheeventthemedIgniting Innovation
in 21st Century to Achieve Vision
2030 was held at the MMU Main
Conference Hall and was organized
by the Research and Innovation
Department.
Chief Guest, the Governor of Kericho County Prof. Paul Chepkwony (seated fourth right) in a group
photo with MMU management and innovators during the innovation week.

A
s part of continual investment
in expanding infrastructure,
Multimedia University of
Kenya continues to invest in several
development projects to create robust
foundation in teaching, learning,
research and revenue generation.
Varsity continues to invest in
infrastructural projects
A model of the lecture hall complex which is under construction.
Amongthemajorprojectstheuniversity
is undertaking is a four storey complex,
which is being constructed at a tune of
KShs. 33.5 Million.
According to the University Estates
Manager Mr. John Kanyoni, phase one,
which comprise of ground and first
floor of the building, is expected to be
completed by December this year and
become operational early next year.
“We expect phase one to be in use by
January 2017. Upon completion, we
will have lecture halls with a capacity of
two hundred students,”said Mr. Kanyoni
adding that the facility will also have
offices for lecturers and washrooms for
people living with disability.
The facility will go a long way in
addressing the shortage class
rooms and staff offices within the
university. These reiterates the
management commitment towards
addressing matters affecting
students by implementing student
focused projects.

28
One on one with Daniel Owira
aka Otonglo
How did you settle on MMU as your
institution of choice?
I wanted to be a director and when I
approached practitioners I realized that
many of them had trained in MMU.
When I was introduced to a lecturer who
explained everything the institution has
to offer, my mind was made up. MMU
is nice; it’s a unique school and the
lecturers are great.
That was not always your choice was it?
I remember you wanted to be a lawyer.
You get to know what you want to be
when the KCSE results are released
(Laughs). I love watching investigative
dramas so I wanted to be an investigator.
I also explored working for an NGO like
UNICEF because I want to help people.
Eventually, I realized that I would love to
direct the creation of shows and films.
Don’t you think you will miss being in
front of the camera?
Directing is my passion. I really enjoy it
and I believe I will be good at it. Imagine
directing the crew and cast of a show
so you determine what goes where
(animatedly moving inanimate objects
this) and at the end you have a great
movie. That is a great job and I know I
will enjoy it.
What about acting? Will you appear in
Inspector Mwala again?
one time he told me that he has noticed
I am struggling with certain subjects and
asked me what I am doing to improve.
I remember it was when the Navy was
celebrating its 50th anniversary and he
took me with him to Mombasa and I
think that was the first time we got really
close.
I have appeared twice and maybe
I will again but it is not something
permanent. I don’t want t o
sign a contract. That is a
full time job and
at this point, my
concentration is
on my studies. That
is my first priority.
Ten minutes into the
interview, his phone
rings and he is clearly
uncomfortable with
answering the call. Since
this is the second time, I
tell him to answer. With
a look of relief, he does so
immediately while seated at
the table.
His part of the conversation is
clear and even more so is his
urgent request to his friend to
attend the upcoming class.
You seem quite committed to your
studies. Are you hoping to graduate
with first class honours?
I would want to. Education is key.
Everything has its time and right now
I am enjoying the learning experience.
Later, I will have time for love and other
things.
Did you actually present your report
forms to the president?
Yes I did. He would look at them and
Daniel Owira’s talented narration of Otonglo was heavily publicized after he had President Kenyatta in stitches in the 2013
edition of the Kenya Schools, Colleges and Universities Drama Festivals.
The young man’s talent shone so bright that he secured a coveted visit to the State House during which he endeared the
president into adopting him and paying his education up to university level. In the two years since the highly publicized affair,
Daniel has completed secondary school and joined Multimedia University of Kenya where he is pursuing a bachelor’s degree
in film production and animation.
He speaks to MMU Graduation Magazine, giving insights into his life and how he hopes to manage acting and academics.
Daniel Owira, popularly known as Otonglo
>>Turn to pg 29

Are you in the MMU Drama Club?
(Smiling)YesIam.Itisoneofthefirstclubs
Ilookedfor.MMUhasaveryactiveDrama
Clubthatwinsawards.Infactwewillhave
a big Spotlight event at the Conference
Hall on 10th November this year.
It is about celebrating our diversity and
I hope you attend.
What do you do when you are not
working and studying? Describe a
typical weekend?
I enjoy my company so most Saturdays
I am indoors unless I have an event. I
listen to Bongo and sometimes friends
come over. But I still appear in shows
and adverts because I cannot rely on the
president for everything. I can’t call him
when I need new trousers.
What did you do with the money from
your first job?
Times were tough so we used it to clear
some bills. I remember we didn’t really
have seats for the house so we bought
some as well. It wasn’t a lot of money.
One on one with Daniel Owira
aka Otonglo
W
hen I was in high school in one
of the sequestered regions
of this beautiful land, alumni
members made frequent trips to the
school to motivate us. However, these
trips mostly served to make us break
the Mosaic Law ‘Though shall not covet’.
They made campus sound like a haven
and we were left with pre-conceived
notions of an enjoyable and carefree
campus life.
You see these guys would go on and on
about the freedom of campus; attending
class at freewill and frequent outings at
your convenience. For us, the freedom of
being away from parents who are always
punctuating our lives with ‘do this and
don’t do that’was the icing on the cake.
These guys seemingly forgot to tell us
that there is more to college than this.
When I recall the layers of deceit woven
carefully to please our ears, I can now
identify them for what they were – lies
of omission intended to encourage us to
work hard.
We may have wanted to be in university
for the wrong reasons but my time at
Didn’t you get anything for yourself?
I bought a Tecno phone.
As we conclude, is there anything you
want the readers to know? What do we
not know about you that you would
want us to know?
(Shaking his head) Sometimes I want to
go back to the normal me - without the
paparazzi and other’s expectations of
me. I miss the old times but I embrace
the new me because I have positively
changed. I am closer to God.
It is not all fun and games
MMU has been eye opening. College is
notallaboutbingedrinkingandpartying.
If anything, campus is supposed to make
us responsible so we exit as intelligent
and refined individuals.
My intention is not to bash the good
times in college. Fun is good in
moderation and in fact the cliché which
states that college is the best time of
our life has some grain of truth to it.
However, we tend to over indulge in fun
and games forgetting that what brought
us here is to gain quality education. We
needed to get our priorities right and I
believe we have been successful.
Four years are done and graduation is
with us. I know that some fellow is bound
to ask me about my experience and all
am going to tell him or her that is that
it was great. I will not expound so as to
allow him to build his own experience. I
do not wish to mislead.
I might never share the tales of my
freshman year but I had a great and
educative time. I am certainly going to
miss this place.
<<from pg 28
By Masi Clinton

30
Five MMU students
join Kenya’s National
Softball Team
M
ultimedia University of
Kenya contributed five of
the fifteen members of the
National Women’s Softball Team which
debuted at the Women’s World Softball
Championship at Softball City in Surrey,
Canada in July this year.
MMU’s Elizabeth Wangari, Charity
Kosgei, Asunta Nasi, Susan Mwangi and
Floda Cheptoo made the team that was
one of two African nations representing
the continent in the championships.
“They are among the best in the country.
Their participation in the championship
is a great inspiration to upcoming female
athletes,”applauds Team Kenya Manager
and MMU Softball Coach Francis Karugu.
MMU’s role in the event has led to
increased enrollment in various sports
within the campus as students now
realize the level of exposure attainable.
“There is increased interest in sports and
participation has gone up as others seek
to reach that level,”says Karugu.
MMU’s prowess in sports extends to
other sports as was evident when the
Volleyball men and Hockey men Teams
won the Kenya Universities Sports
Association (KUSA) National South
Conference league in March this year.
The athletes playing rugby, basketball,
volleyball, cricket, karate and other
sports now set their sights on the East
Africa University Games which to be held
in December this year.
Members of Team Kenya together with their Great Britain counterparts. MMU contributed five of the
fifteen members of Team Kenya.

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