Moi University

Moi University
The university's logo
MottoFoundation of knowledge
TypePublic University
Established1984; 40 years ago (1984)
FounderDaniel arap Moi
Budget6.93 Billion KSH
ChancellorMiriam Khamadi Were
Vice-ChancellorIssac Sanga Kosgey
Students52,815
Undergraduates47,458
Postgraduates5,357
Location,
Kenya

0°17′00″N 35°17′40″E / 0.28333°N 35.29444°E / 0.28333; 35.29444
CampusRural, 3,000 acres (1,200 ha)
Colors      Green, red, white
MascotThe Nandi Bear
Websitewww.mu.ac.ke

Moi University is a public university located in Kesses, Eldoret town, Uasin Gishu county, in the former Rift Valley Province of Kenya.[1] It was established in 1984 by the Moi University Act of the Parliament of Kenya, after recommendations from the McKay Commission.

The current chancellor of the university is Professor Miriam Were while the vice-chancellor is Isaac Sanga Kosgey.

  1. ^ "Commission for University Education - Status Of Universities (Universities Authorized to Operate in Kenya) - Status Of Universities (Universities Authorized to Operate in Kenya)". www.cue.or.ke. Retrieved 2020-05-25.