ST. PAUL'S UNIVERSITY The University of Choice!

Our holistic approach to learning not only imparts scholars with diverse skills in addition to the knowledge acquired in class but also exposes them to diverse cultures which go a long way in moulding them into global leaders. Every year, students celebrate their diverse cultures, traditions and talents during a week-long event dubbed “Cultural Week”.

This year’s edition themed, “Discover Unite Celebrate”, kicks off today 27^th October 2025. Throughout the week, a variety of activities and performances have been lined up including exhibitions, cultural displays, food fairs, and interactive sessions, all designed to promote unity in diversity and celebrate our shared identity. The activities, organized per a specific day’s theme, will culminate in a Gala Night on Saturday 1^st November 2025, a colorful and entertaining event that will feature performances, beauty pageants and awards.

We warmly welcome students and staff to experience, and celebrate the beauty of our diversity!  Make a point of participating and make this celebration a memorable one.

The evening of Saturday 25^th October 2025, for the 2025 finalists was uniquely defined by the resounding melodies stemming from the serene exquisitely decorated hall at the heart of Jumuia Conference and County Home in Limuru. At exactly 3.00 pm, the immaculately dressed ladies and gentlemen streamed into the venue luminated by the radiance of the hall’s lighting. One after the other, they each took their seats looking forward to nothing short of bliss.

As time went by, the Top University’s management led by the Vice Chancellor made their way to the venue, equally welcome by the warmth typical of a perfect blend of beautifully draped surfaces and furniture, lighting and gleam on the graduand’s faces. Thereafter, arrival of the Guest Speaker, Hon. Eugene Wamalwa, former Cabinet secretary for Defense paved way for official start off for the event.

Students were treated to mouthwatering delicacies, song and dance, and words of wisdom from the speakers who weighed on the day theme, “Beyond the Gown.” While delivering the keynote address, Hon. Wamalwa emphasized that education finds its true meaning beyond the classroom in service, integrity, and impact. He reminded the graduands that their greatest test begins now in how they use their knowledge to uplift others, lead with humility, and serve with excellence. Looking ahead, he urged the finalists to go beyond success and pursue significance to build, to serve, and to shine wherever life places them. When education meets purpose, transformation follows for self, society, and nation. Also present was Hon. John Kaguchia, Member of Parliament for Mukurweini Constituency, who inspired the graduands to “achieve their highest at their youngest” a powerful reminder that youth is not a waiting room for leadership, but a season for action.

The inaugural event was a celebration of resilience, faith, and new beginnings for a generation ready to shape the future with courage and purpose.

A hearty congratulations to the graduating class of 2025! Go transform the world!

Spiritual formation has been intrinsic to development of graduates fit for global service, for over a century. This has been realized through daily worship services, crusades and missions to spread the gospel to the communities, ‘keshas’ among others.

We are pleased to announce a masters postgraduate research grant, with specific reference to research foucusing on the intersection of mental health and theological/religious issues, broadly conceived for MA Counseling Psychology (MACP) and Master of Development Studies (MDS) students.

The postgraduate research grants will be offered beginning in the September 2025 semester with specific reference to promising Masters postgraduate research students in the School of Social Sciences. The School will offer research grants to strictly cover the dissertation fees for two promising students.

The grants will be paid in two portions, in November 2025 and then again in April 2026, upon successful defence of the proposal and promising trajectory of completing the research by September 2026. Research topics could range from trauma, children/youth issues, gender, psychological approaches, conflict, community development, ministry and their intersection with mental health and mental health resilience in the context of religion, spirituality, theology or the church, in addition to other topics.

The deadline for application is 13 Oct 2025.

Eligibility /Selection Criteria

Only Masters Postgraduate students who have completed coursework and are in the dissertation phase can apply.

Requirement of student

Successful recipients of the research grants will be expected to follow the following trajectory:

1. Submit their thesis proposals by 30 Feb 2026
2. Successfully defend their proposals by 30 May 2026
3. Submit their final dissertation by 31 Aug 2026

The above timelines are subject to the department, school, and university academic procedures that will be communicated by the postgraduate office and the concerned academic department.

In addition, students will be required to:

1. Meet with their supervisors monthly
2. Share a monthly report to  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.and copy This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
3. Present their research in at least one postgraduate students' research clinic
4. Share their research in one academic conference with the help of their supervisor
5. Participate in administrative tasks that may be assigned by the project leader and/or supervisor

Application

To be considered for the above, students should apply by:

1. Writing a 1,000 (max) statement why you should be considered for the grant
2. Completing the postgraduate research concept form
3. Talking with potential supervisors, and proposing them through the supervisor nomination form
4. Sending your official provisional transcript attached to the application
5. 3-page CV illustrating current and previous leadership, ministry, and academic experience/achievements

The deadline for application is 13 October 2025

Confirmation

The School will communicate to the successful applicants by 7 November 2025. Successful candidates are expected to begin their research in November 2025.

Contact details

For more information on the research grant, kindly contact Dr. Kevin Muriithi Ndereba on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. A reading list/bibliography on mental health and theology is available upon request.

Relevant Documents

Download the Postgraduate Research Concept Form

APPLY

Apply through this LINK: https://forms.gle/acewnxSXXWhm7Mi77 

Deadline: 13 Oct 2025