No students denied graduation, UoN says amid uproar
By Lucy Mumbi |
This follows protests from hundreds of students who stormed the Dean's office upon discovering that their names were omitted from the list.
The University of Nairobi has clarified that no student was denied graduation after an uproar over allegations that more than 200 students were missing from its 72nd graduation list.
This follows protests from hundreds of students who stormed the Dean's office upon discovering that their names were omitted from the list.
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According to the students who were studying at the Lower Kabete Campus, they learnt that they were not on the list days before the big day.
However, in a statement on Thursday, Director of Corporate Affairs John Orindi addressed the issue, assuring students and stakeholders that all qualified candidates would be graduating as scheduled.
"We wish to address the recent allegations concerning the misrepresentation that approximately 200 qualified students are missing from the graduation list for the 72nd graduation ceremony. The university categorically affirms that no student who has qualified, been cleared, and subsequently approved by the Senate has been denied the opportunity to graduate," Orindi said.
The University of Nairobi further clarified that degrees are conferred only after students meet all academic requirements and receive final approval from the Senate.
"Any student who has not received the necessary certification and approval from the Senate is not eligible for graduation," Orindi added.
He highlighted that the university had issued a circular in October 2024 detailing the graduation process and requirements.
He said students were reminded to settle any outstanding fees, including graduation fees, to ensure their participation in the ceremony.
"We would like to confirm that 45 students submitted late appeals after the established deadline. In response, a special Senate meeting was convened, during which 30 of these appeals were approved for graduation," Orindi said.
The university assured the public that it remains committed to maintaining the integrity of its academic programs and graduation procedures.
The graduation has been scheduled for Friday, December 13.
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