University students in a past graduation . [File]
Learners in higher learning institutions have been challenged to move beyond academic achievement and become drivers of social transformation, ethical leadership, innovation and inclusive development as they enter the workforce and wider society.
Speaking during the university’s 29th Graduation Ceremony at the Mount Kenya University (MKU), Chancellor Prof. John Struthers said graduates must become champions of social transformation and ethical leadership.
He urged them to remain adaptable and resilient in an environment increasingly shaped by technological advancement and global connectivity.
“Beyond academic qualifications, employers and society increasingly demand digital competence, creativity, adaptability, ethical conduct and the ability to solve complex problems,” Prof. Struthers said.
He called on graduates to use their education to address pressing social and economic challenges while preparing themselves for a rapidly changing world.
He further said that universities have an important role in preparing young people for emerging opportunities by equipping them with relevant skills and exposure to new technologies.
Prof. Struthers highlighted MKU’s investments in artificial intelligence, robotics, cloud computing, 5G and the Internet of Things, as well as the university’s expanding international partnerships.