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50th Anniversary Events

In 2011, Strathmore marks 50 years since its foundation. This historic milestone is an opportunity to celebrate excellence in Education, reminisce Strathmore’s past and inspire the future.

Our 50th Anniversary Objective
Strathmore University will utilize the 50th anniversary as a platform to celebrate excellence in education, re-energize the campaign for Strathmore – Phase III, raise pride in stakeholders in past accomplishments, present initiatives and future plans and to showcase the institution as a leader in the region to the public, students, faculty, staff, alumni and donors.

Calendar of Strathmore’s Efforts

Throughout 2011, a variety of events will be held to commemorate the 50th Anniversary. A sample of these efforts is listed below:

 

 

Sat, 11th Jun 2011

BCom/BBIT Alumni Reunion Luncheon
Strathmore University, Auditorium


This event will bring together all BCom and BBIT graduates. The Keynote address, ‘The making of a life story: From Paper Science to CEO’ will be delivered by Tom Omariba, CEO, MTN Business. The alumni will join together to celebrate the successes of Strathmore over the last 50 years and embrace the future. Later the BCom and BBIT alumni will engage in a competition for the Inaugural Jim McFie Cup.

 

Fri, 24th Jun 2011

Graduation Ceremony
Strathmore University, Graduation Square


This will be the 7th congregation at which Strathmore University will award degrees, diplomas and certificates to the students who completed their studies during the academic year 2010/2011

 

Sat, 25th Jun 2011

Mass in honour of St. Josemaria
Holy Family Basilica.


Holy Mass will be celebrated in honour of St. Josemaria Escriva the founder of Opus Dei and the inspiration and promoter of Strathmore. The Strathmore family and the entire Opus Dei family will gather at the Holy Family Basilica to celebrate this mass.

 

Sat, 9th Jul 2011

Golden Jubilee Celebrations
Strathmore University, Graduation Square


This is the apex event for Strathmore’s 50th Anniversary. All students, parents, alumni, staff and faculty will join together to celebrate the successes of Strathmore over the last 50 years and embrace the future. This event will also see the inauguration of the ultra-modern Phase III Buildings (Student Centre, Management Science Building and Strathmore Business School). Read more

 

Sat, 27th Aug 2011

Strathmore University will hold a Symposium on the teaching of St. Josémaria in the Auditorium

 

Sat, 10th Sept 2011

The students of Strathmore University will host a Play at the Strathmore University Auditorium.

 

Sat 17th – Sun 18th Sept 2011

Strathmore University will host an Invitational Sports Tournament.

 

Sat, 26th Nov 2011

Strathmore will run a Christmas Carols Music Festival at the Auditorium.

 

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‘The Making of A Life Story: From Paper Science to CEO’

Mr Tom Omariba, the CEO of MTN Business  formerly UUNET will be the key speaker at the BCOM and BBIT alumni reunion luncheon on Saturday, 11th Jun 2011 starting at Noon in the auditorium.  The entry charge is Ksh1,000 per person (advance ticket purchase ...

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A Time to Celebrate

Fifty years of existence for any institution is no mean feat; especially one which had a humble beginning and has stood the test of time. It calls for celebrations! Strathmore opened its doors on 6th March 1961 under the encouragement and inspiration of St. Josémaria, founder of Opus Dei. This ...

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