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UON SHINES AT THE NAIROBI INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR 2023

The University of Nairobi scooped 7 trophies and many prize certificates at this year’s Nairobi International Trade Fair 2023 (NITF). The University was crowned number 1 in the category of the Best Stand that interpretes the current show theme (Education and Research), The Best stand in Youth Activities, Empowerment and Capacity Building. The University was position 2 in the Best University Stand and The Best stand embracing ICT systems.

The other 3 trophies were for Farm and Dairy Section, Poultry Section and Rabbits Section.

OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE WANGARI MAATHAI INSTITUTE FOR PEACE AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Nairobi, Kenya, 28 August 2023 – The Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry who was representing the President formally opened the Wangari Maathai Institute (WMI) for Peace and Environmental Studies at Upper Kabete Campus, the University of Nairobi.

A RETURN TO IN-PERSON CELEBRATIONS DURING 69TH GRADUATION

After a hiatus of three years marked by virtual and hybrid ceremonies, the University of Nairobi is all set to celebrate its 69th graduation ceremony in person. Graduands who have been eagerly anticipating their turn to don the cap and gown are in for a remarkable celebration. 

UON COLLABORATES WITH ELGON KENYA TO ESTABLISH AGRICULTURAL-TECH CENTRE

The University of Nairobi in collaboration with Elgon Kenya Ltd marked the ground breaking ceremony for the construction of the first of its kind, Kantaria Agricultural Technology and Innovation Centre (KATIC), at the upper Kabete Campus, Faculty of Agriculture. The collaboration addresses the need for enhanced innovation, mentorship and commercialization of innovative technologies and ideas in the agricultural sector, commercial success and to accelerate uptake of technology and innovations along the agricultural value chains.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY; UON-OHIO STATE AND KEMRI 2023

The Department of Public Health, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi in collaboration with The Ohio State University, USA, and Kenya Medical Research Institute, is inviting applications for:

 TWO-YEAR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ONE HEALTH AND EMERGENCY RESEARCH ETHICS (MOHERE) (REGULAR PROGRAMME) 2023/2024 ACADEMIC YEAR

PROGRAMME TITLE: Master of Science in One Health and Emergency Research Ethics

LEVEL OF PROGRAMME: Graduate Level (MSc)

CALL FOR PAPERS: INTERNATIONAL FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE (2023)

The University of Nairobi Faculty of Veterinary Medicine will be hosting the Annual International Conference on Veterinary Science (2023). With the theme "Harnessing Research in Veterinary Science for Resilience and Sustainability of Communities," this conference aims to gather experts from various fields to share best practices and the latest advancements in Veterinary Science. The conference will span over three days, from October 25th to October 27th, 2023. 

Abstract submissions are invited  under the following sub-themes:

1.      Climate Change and One Health

THIKA T.T.I STUDENTS EDUCATIONAL TRIP 26-06-2023

Thika T.T.I. Students visited the Department of Vet.Pathology, Microbiology and Parasitology on 26th jUNE 2023.

The Chairman of the Dept. and the Chief Technologist made a welcome remarks.

The students visited two sections i.e. Histopathology and Parasitology Sections.

In the two sections, the students were take through the following practical demonstration;

ADVERTISEMENT FOR SCHOLARSHIP AND TRAINING FOR A MASTER'S PROGRAMME:- ECARESA KENYA PROJECT

The Dept. of Vet. Pathology, Microbiology and Parasitology hereby invites Applications for a Scholarship and Training in: “Master of Science in Aquatic Animal Health and Ecosystem Management” under the ECARESA-KENYA PROJECT.

The application shall be sent by Email and the deadline for receiving applications will be on 28th June 2023, at 5.00pm.

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