Chuka University is a public university in the Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya. The university is approximately 186 km from Nairobi along the Nairobi-Meru highway, in a rural setting on the eastern slopes of Mt. Kenya at an altitude of approximately 2,000 meters above sea level. Chuka University is within Chuka/Igamba-ng’ombe Constituency, Tharaka-Nithi County.
Chuka University is a public institution established through legal notice No. 161 of 2007. It was a constituent College of Egerton University and the successor of the former Egerton University Eastern Campus College, Chuka. The Campus College was established on 27 September 2004, by Egerton University Council.
President Mwai Kibaki appointed the first Council of the university on 12 September 2008. Businessman Wilfred Murungi was appointed the first Chairman of Chuka University Council. The University College was initially established as a Campus of Chuka University in September 2015.
Chuka University was the first institution of higher learning to be established in Eastern Province
We strive for excellence in all our endeavors, pushing boundaries, and embracing challenges as opportunities for growth. With determination and resilience, we aim to reach new heights, both personally and professionally, embodying the values instilled in us by our alma mater.
We embrace a lifelong commitment to learning, recognizing that education extends far beyond the confines of the classroom. Through curiosity and exploration, we continually expand our horizons, acquiring knowledge, skills, and perspectives that enrich our lives and contribute to the betterment of society. As alumni, we cherish the lessons learned during our time at our alma mater and remain dedicated to the pursuit of wisdom and understanding.
Within the tapestry of life, each thread represents a unique journey, woven together by the shared experiences of our alma mater. As alumni, we stand as testament to the enduring spirit of learning, growth, and community. Our paths diverge, yet our connection remains steadfast, for it is in our collective memories and ongoing pursuits that we find the essence of our shared philosophy: to strive, to learn, to connect, and to inspire.
We aspire to inspire. As alumni of our esteemed institution, we carry with us the responsibility to ignite passion, ignite change, and ignite hope in the world around us. Through our actions, achievements, and contributions, we seek to empower others to pursue their dreams, to make a difference, and to uphold the values that define our alma mater. Together, we serve as beacons of inspiration, illuminating the path for future generations to follow.
