The Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) on Thursday hosted a colourful and solemn swearing-in ceremony for its newly elected student leadership under the Catholic University of Eastern Africa Students Organisation (CUEASO).
The event, held at the university’s Missio Hall, was presided over by the Vice-Chancellor, Rev. Dr Stephen Mbugua, who officially commissioned the new team into office.
In his address, Rev. Dr Mbugua commended the outgoing leaders for their dedication and contribution to the student body, noting that their efforts had fostered unity and progress across the university.
He reminded the incoming officials that leadership, especially within a faith-based institution, is not merely a title but a responsibility anchored in service, integrity, and humility.
“Leadership is not about position but service,” Rev. Dr Mbugua said.
He added: “I urge you to be instruments of unity and peace within the university community and always to put the interests of students above personal ambition.”
The newly sworn-in team will be responsible for steering student affairs in the coming academic year, representing the interests of the university’s diverse student body, and promoting educational, social, and spiritual welfare among their peers.
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Brian Kweyu took the oath of office as the new President of CUEASO, pledging to lead with transparency and inclusivity.
In his inaugural address, he expressed gratitude to the student fraternity for the trust they had placed in him. He promised to strengthen the bond between the student leadership and the university administration.
“We are committed to building bridges between students and the administration,” Kweyu said. “Our focus will be on promoting academic excellence, innovation, and holistic growth while ensuring that every student feels heard and represented.”
The new Treasurer, Laurent Kimutai Ronoh, reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring financial accountability and prudent management of student resources.
He emphasised that transparency and fairness would be at the heart of all financial decisions undertaken by the student government.
“Our goal is to make sure every shilling benefits the student community,”. Kimutai said.
He also noted: “We want to promote a culture of accountability where every project or initiative is guided by honesty and openness.”
Other members of the executive include Sammy Marube as Vice President, Mike Kimei as Secretary-General, Melissa Nyambura as Deputy Secretary-General, Steve Misango as Publicity Secretary, and Gael Chi as the International Representative.
The ceremony, attended by university officials, faculty, and students, marked a smooth transition of leadership and renewed hope for vibrant student engagement.
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