• Daystar University
• 10 Nov, 2023

Prof. Faith Nguru DVC- Academic, Research and Student Affairs

Congratulations to all graduands on completing your studies at all levels as we celebrate the 46th graduation ceremony at Daystar University.

It is with great pride that I bid goodbye to the class of 2023 as they take a leap of faith into a new phase of life with the goal of achieving exploits. Today marks a significant milestone in your lives - a culmination of years of dedication, hard work, and perseverance, equipped with knowledge and skills to achieve exploits. Ecclesiastes 3:11 (NIV) states,’ He has made everything beautiful in its time.’ He has also set eternity in the human heart, yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end. Your time has come, and the beauty of your accomplishments shines brightly today.

Amid hard economic, political, and even social times, challenges

may blur our vision of the bright future that awaits us. I believe that the faculty and staff have held your hands and supported you. They have taken the time to assure you that you are bearers of light. If you are the light, it sturdily shows that you can overcome all the challenges you may encounter after graduation.

Our theme - Legacy of light: Woven in purpose echoes Ephesians 2:10, which speaks of us thus: For we are as God’s handiwork created in Christ Jesus to do good works which God prepared for us in advance. God’s sophisticated plan embedded in your life uniquely aligns with your life’s purpose. You are a masterpiece with a unique journey. Consider and appreciate the value of a great heroine, Mrs. Faye Smith. She was the Co-founder of this great institution, and her life was proof of God’s intricate plan. She embraced her purpose as a

legacy of light and actively wove in Daystar into purpose. Her great dedication and commitment to servant leadership and value addition to the institution cannot go unnoticed. An idea that was actualized, and it has added so much value through a Christ- centred education. Her story and strength over the years should enlighten us to persistently push toward our God-given abilities despite the valleys and mountains we may face. We should actively strive to make ourselves better individuals in society.

In view of all this, let us individually and corporately work towards shining our lights towards a purpose-driven future. May your journey beyond this day be filled with purpose, fulfilment, and continued success.

Once again, congratulations on finishing strong.