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