Senate of Rongo University
The Senate plays a pivotal role in overseeing various aspects of academic life within the university. It holds authority over admissions, research, instruction, examinations, and the conferral of academic credentials such as degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Chaired by the Vice-Chancellor, the Senate comprises key stakeholders, including Deputy Vice-Chancellors, Deans, Directors, Heads of Academic and Administrative Departments, representatives from Schools, Unions, and Students Associations.
Current Members
Prof. Samuel Gudu
Vice Chancellor/ Chair of senate
Prof. Michael Ntabo
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic & Student Affairs
Prof. Daniel Tarus
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration, Finance & Planning
Dr. Jane Kembo
Registrar, Administration & Planning
Prof. Joseph Aguyoh
Registrar, Academic Affairs
Dr. Edward Anino
Director, Postgraduate Studies
Prof. Wilson Otengah
Director, Open Distance and eLearning (ODeL)
Dr. Kisero Tunai
Director, Quality Assurance and ISO
Dr. Elizabeth Khalili
Dean, School of Education
Prof. Jonathan Mulwa
Dean, School of Arts, Social Sciences and Business
Dr. Francis Olal
Dean, School of Science, Agriculture and Environmental Studies
Dr. Lamek Rono
Dean, School of Information, Communication and Media Studies
Dr. Nick Waswa
HOD, Department of Curriculum Instruction & Media
Dr. Alfred Otara
HOD, Department of Education, Foundation & Management
Dr. Lazaruz Okelo
HOD, Department of Educational Psychology & Science
Mr. Daphen Ojala
HOD, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences
Dr. Janet Wagude
HOD, Department of Business, Tourism and Hospitality
Dr. Carren Nyandiba
HOD, Department of Languages, Linguistics and Literature