Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology’s Directorate of Career Services and the Marketing unit on 4th and 6th June, 2026, participated in profession mentorship programmes at St. Stephen’s Lwanya Girls High School in Busia County and Nova Pioneer Boys School in Eldoret, respectively. The Busia mentorship programme attracted over 1,500 senior faculty learners drawn from numerous secondary colleges throughout the County, whereas the Eldoret occasion introduced collectively college students from a number of colleges who joined Nova Pioneer Boys School for the profession mentorship. Collectively, the 2 engagements reached over 2000 learners, offering them with a chance to work together with increased schooling stakeholders, together with MMUST, and obtain steering on tutorial and profession pathways as they put together for post-secondary schooling. The MMUST delegation was led by the Ag. Director of Career Services, Dr. Drinold Mbete.
The Ag. Director of Career Services, Dr. Drinold Mbete participating with college students through the profession mentorship session at Nova Pioneer School.
“We had meaningful one-on-one interactions with the students. Many of them had limited knowledge about opportunities available in institutions of higher learning, making these engagements extremely valuable. Based on the number of learners who visited our exhibiting booth, we surpassed our expectations and were able to impact a significant number of students,” remarked Dr. Mbete throughout an interview with the Directorate of Corporate Communications and Marketing (DCCM).
The University’s Marketing Officer, Mr. James Mureithi (left), Ms. Terry Muthoni and Mr. Brian Owino attending to Nova School learners on the MMUST exhibition sales space.
Addressing the learners, the University’s Marketing Officer, Mr. James Mureithi famous that MMUST is dedicated to equipping college students with the data they should make knowledgeable tutorial and profession selections. “We are here to assure you that whatever your passion, be it in science, technology, education, health sciences, business, or arts, MMUST offers a wide range of programmes across its eleven Schools. Coupled with a conducive learning environment, highly qualified faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities, our University will provide you with the ideal platform to realize your academic aspirations and build successful careers. We are ready to welcome you to the MMUST family and walk this journey with you,” he said.
Additionally, Mr. Mureithi inspired the learners to pursue programs that align with their pursuits, skills, and profession objectives slightly than making choices based mostly on peer affect or institutional status alone.
Mr. Daudi Kioko making a presentation at St. Stephen’s Lwanya Girls High School.
Sensitizing learners on University placement course of, Ms. Nevile Lukaya, a KUCCPS Officer based mostly in Kakamega guided the scholars on the college and faculty functions, authorities funding alternatives, and the significance of creating knowledgeable course choice.
“Some of the common mistakes students make during course selection include prioritizing universities over programmes, selecting courses at random, succumbing to peer pressure, failing to revise course choices when given the opportunity, and providing incorrect contact information during the application process,” she famous, and urged them to rank their most popular programs fastidiously and submit their functions inside the stipulated timelines to enhance their possibilities of securing placement in programmes aligned with their profession aspirations.
KUCCPS Officer, Ms. Nevile Lukaya addressing college students at St. Stephen’s Lwanya Girls High School.
The staff additionally engaged Grade 10 learners on the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) pathways, emphasizing the significance of choosing topics based mostly on their skills, pursuits, and meant profession trajectories. The college students have been inspired to grasp the topic necessities for their most popular college programmes early sufficient and stay targeted on their tutorial efficiency.
Learners following shows through the profession mentorship at St. Stephen’s Lwanya Girls.
The Deputy Principal accountable for Academics at St. Stephen’s Lwanya Girls, Ms. Stella Wabwire counseled MMUST and different taking part establishments for investing in the way forward for younger learners by way of profession mentorship and steering. “We have been looking forward to this day. We intentionally organized this programme to ensure that our students are well-informed about the various academic and career opportunities available to them after secondary school. We sincerely thank you for honouring our invitation. This engagement will go a long way in helping our learners make informed decisions about their future,” she mentioned.
The Deputy Principal accountable for Academics at St. Stephen’s Lwanya Girls, Ms. Stella Wabwire addressing the members.
Truly, MMUST is dedicated to empowering younger folks with the information essential to make knowledgeable academic and profession selections whereas making ready them for a profitable transition into increased schooling and the world of labor.