Prof. Rosebella Maranga has been confirmed as the new Multimedia University of Kenya (MMU) Vice Chancellor effective October 16, 2024 after serving in acting capacity since January 17, 2024 after retirement of Amb. Prof. Festus Kaberia.
This announcement was made by the University’s Council Chairman Dr. Albert Kochei through a statement sent to staff and students, stating that Prof. Maranga brings a wealth of experience to the position, having served as the University’s Deputy Vice Chancellor for Administration, Finance, and Planning from 2014 to January 2024.
“As a council, we urge the entire University community to extend their full support to the new Vice Chancellor as we continue to strive for excellence together. We look forward to Prof. Maranga’s leadership to advance our vision and mission of academic excellence, innovation and service to the nation and beyond,” said Dr. Kochei.
Ronald Cheruiyot who is the leader of MMU student association noted that the appointment was long overdue, noting that the new VC is a performer and has been behind great achievements in the institutions.
“Am certain she will continue doing a good job and will articulate comrades’ issues, we have witnessed some of her great achievements in the institution,” he said.
The professor has led the university through great achievements notably the ISO certification 2013, her passion for quality education and strategic planning is reflected in the numerous initiatives she has spearheaded in areas of curriculum development, institutional policy, budget management, and program evaluation throughout her career.
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Prof Maranga is a full Professor of Zoology, specializing in Medical and Veterinary Entomology, she holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), a Master of Management and Leadership from the Management University of Africa, a Master of Science in Medical and Veterinary Entomology from the University of Nairobi, and a Bachelor of Education (Science) from Kenyatta University.
Through her dedication to service delivery, Prof. Maranga has received numerous awards and recognitions throughout her career.
In 2009, she was awarded the Moran of the Order of the Burning Spear (MBS) by the Government of the Republic of Kenya. In the same year, she was featured in Who is Who in the World by the Board of Marquis Who’s Who publications, 26th edition.
In 2005, she was recognized as the International Educator of the Year by the International Biographic Centre of Cambridge, England. Additionally, she was listed as one of the 2000 Outstanding Intellectuals of the 21st Century by the International Biographic Centre of Cambridge, England in 2005, and in 2003, she was listed as one of the Great Women of the 21st Century by the American Biographical Institute, Inc.
By Obegi Malack
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