By Yvonne Kageha

On March 8, the university held an open day event bringing together over 500 prospective students, mainly form four leavers, and their parents/guardians all in search of quality education for themselves or their children. The University showcased its commitment to providing quality education and student life, fostering innovation, connecting graduates with potential employers and preparing students for the global job market.

Gracing the event was Vice Chancellor, Prof. Mwenda Ntarangwi who accentuated university’s dedication to excellence. With his belief that ‘Education is a citizenship’, he emphasized on USIU-Africa’s global education standards made possible through provision of a curriculum that aligns with American standards, world-class resources, and best faculty. He further urged students to make decisions for themselves on their choice of university and courses and be willing to put in the effort.

As the event progressed, there was no doubt that USIU- Africa does more than offer classroom training. With a faculty made up of industry experts, dual accreditation (US and Kenya), inclusive culture, an e-learning platform and a wide range of courses carefully tailored to fit the job market, the university nurtures problem solvers equipped to offer solutions globally. “If you want to be a problem solver, this is the University you should be at,” echoed Prof. Amos Njuguna, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academics, Transformative Teaching, Learning and Research.

Humphrey Lilech, the Regional Director for sub-Saharan Africa at IBM and an alumnus, is a living proof of this. He shared his journey from pursuing a science degree at Kenyatta University to transitioning to an MBA at USIU-Africa and emphasized that the University made the transition easy and prepared him for the competitive job market. Currently, Humphrey’s daughter, a third-year Pharmacy student at University has benefited from the university’s dual accreditation, securing an opportunity to transfer to a US university to complete her studies.

USIU-Africa is committed to inclusivity, quality student life and holistic growth. As highlighted by Dr. Victor Boiyo, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Student Life, the university provides programs and initiatives that help students discover themselves, develop character, mature and grow. From financial aid to placement and career services to housing on and out of campus to co-curricular activities to networking opportunities to wellness and wellbeing programs, USIU-Africa ensures students feel comfortable in class and out class.

The attendees got to have one-on-one conversations with the Deans and representatives of all the Schools and the Admissions office on the various programs, degree requirements, fees and other questions they had. That’s not all, those who were unsure of the courses to pursue got guidance from the experienced faculty. This was followed by a campus tour showcasing state-of-the-art facilities like the library, ICT laboratories, multi-media center leaving all attendees with a clear picture of USIU-Africa as a hub of innovation, diversity, and global excellence

Open Day 2025 was not just an event but a testament that USIU-Africa is a gateway to global opportunities!