Multimedia University of Kenya (MMU) newly elected student leaders have been challenged to embrace service-driven, ethical and transformative leadership as they begin to undertake their duties within the university’s governance framework.
Speaking during Student Leaders Induction Workshop held at Kenya School of Government in Mombasa, the university Chairman of Council Dr. Albert Kochei reminded the students of the critical role they play in representing student voice within the university’s governance framework.
Dr. Kochei urged the students to engage responsibly with institutional leadership, with a view to promoting unity while also strengthening dialogue between students and management.
He reminded the student leaders of the importance of understanding university governance structures, noting that effective leadership must operate within clear institutional frameworks. His message was echoed by Vice Chancellor Prof. Rosebella Maranga, who called on the students to embrace service-driven leadership grounded in integrity, accountability, and purpose.
Prof. Maranga congratulated the student leaders on earning the trust of their peers, describing their election as both an honour and a responsibility. She noted that the induction workshop was designed not merely as a formality, but as a deliberate effort by the management to support and shape leaders capable of making lasting impact within the university.
Anchored on the theme “Transformative and Ethical Leadership: Empowering Student Leadership for Impact and Service,” the Vice Chancellor challenged the leaders to focus on tangible change, stressing that true leadership is demonstrated through listening, critical thinking, and acting in the best interest of the wider student body.
“Leadership is not about being the loudest voice, but about service, humility, and influence,” she said, urging the students to uphold transparency, prioritize student welfare, and ensure their initiatives deliver real value.
Prof. Maranga further reminded the student officials that they are key ambassadors of the university’s brand, and that their conduct, both online and offline, shapes the institution’s public image.
While highlighting the achievements of previous student administrations, including infrastructure improvements and student-centered projects, Prof. Maranga challenged the new leaders to define their own legacy through impactful initiatives.
She assured the student body of continued support from the university administration, while urging the officials to remain grounded and committed to the trust placed in them.
The week-long induction workshop, was meant to equip the student leaders with knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to effectively perform their duties within the university.