The University participated in the International Day of Forests held at Bondo Teachers Training College on the 21st March 2019. The University through the School of Biological and Physical Sciences represented by the Dean Prof. Regina Nyunja attended the celebrations to mark the event whose theme was,” Forests and Education, learn to Love Forests”.

The event focused on the need for forest education and the broader role of forests in sustainable development using the communication platform provided by this International Day. The celebrations were organized by the Kenya Forest Service Ecosystem Conservatory. The Chief Guest during the event was Hon. Keriako Tobiko, Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Environment and Forestry.

Among the guests in attendance to mark the day were the Chief Administrative Secretary, Hon. Mohammed Elmi; Principal Secretary, MEF, Dr. Ibrahim Mohamed; Siaya Governor, H.E Cornel Rasanga; Chairman KFS Board, Mr. Peter Kinyua; Ag. Chief Conservator of Forests, Ms. Monica Kalenda; Area member of Parliament Hon. Charles Ochanda; the County Commissioner, Siaya County and Principal Bondo TTC