Major Events
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) has a rich history marked by numerous milestones that underscore its dedication to academic excellence, research innovation, and societal impact. Here's a glimpse into some of its key achievements:
President Daniel T. Arap Moi lays the foundation stone for the College(July 30th)
Founding president, Mzee Jomo Kenyatta donated 200 hectares of land for the establishment of Jomo Kenyatta College of Agriculture and Technology (JKCAT)
First group of students admitted The first JKCAT graduation ceremony is held Full cyle of the College’s training is completed with the first engineering technicians graduates joining the second group of Agriculture Diplomas to receive their certificates at the second graduation ceremony graced by President Daniel Arap Moi.
President Moi declares JKUCAT a Constituent College of Kenyatta University. The College’s name officially changes to Jomo Kenyatta University College of Agriculture and Technology (JKUCAT).
JKUCAT admits its first degree students.
JKUCAT transformed into an autonomous University – Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology(JKUAT) through an act of Parliament.
End of Japan Technical Cooperation to JKUAT. Government of Japan hands over JKUAT to the Government of Kenya.
President Daniel T. Arap Moi lays the foundation stone for the College(July 30th)
President Daniel T. Arap Moi lays the foundation stone for the College(July 30th)
Establishment of Jomo Kenyatta College of Agriculture and Technology (JKCAT)
Establishment of Jomo Kenyatta College of Agriculture and Technology (JKCAT)
First group of students admitted
First group of students admitted
The first JKCAT graduation ceremony is held
The first JKCAT graduation ceremony is held
Full cyle of the College’s training
Full cyle of the College’s training
President Moi declares JKUCAT a Constituent College of Kenyatta University
President Moi declares JKUCAT a Constituent College of Kenyatta University
JKUCAT admits its first degree students.
JKUCAT admits its first degree students.
JKUCAT transformed into an autonomous University
JKUCAT transformed into an autonomous University
End of Japan Technical Cooperation to JKUAT
End of Japan Technical Cooperation to JKUAT