Appointment of the Vice-Chancellor of Arrupe Jesuit University
Appointment of the Vice-Chancellor of Arrupe Jesuit University
Fr. José Minaku, SJ, President of the Jesuit Conference of Africa and Madagascar (JCAM), with gratitude through an internal memo announces the appointment of Rev. Fr. Dr. Joseph Afulo Oduor, SJ, as Vice-Chancellor of Arrupe Jesuit University, effective 29 May 2026.
This appointment marks an important moment in the life of Arrupe Jesuit University as it continues to strengthen its academic mission, institutional stability, and service to the Church and society. Father Afulo brings to this role a wealth of academic experience, proven leadership, and a deep commitment to the Jesuit educational apostolate.
Fr. Afulo holds a PhD in Educational Policy and Leadership from Marquette University, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. He previously served as Principal of Hekima College, the Jesuit School of Theology in Nairobi, Kenya (also Hekima University College). He also served for six years as Provincial Superior of the Jesuit Province of Eastern Africa (AOR), offering visionary leadership to the Society of Jesus and its works in the region.
On this occasion, Fr. Minaku expresses his sincere and heartfelt gratitude to Rev. Fr. Dr. Stephen Buckland, SJ, who has served as Interim Vice-Chancellor with remarkable wisdom, dedication, and competence. His steady and generous leadership during this transitional period has been invaluable to the University.
Fr. Minaku warmly invites the entire academic community, members of the Council, faculty, staff, and students to welcome Father Afulo and to support him through collaboration, openness, and prayer as he undertakes this important mission.
He assures the University community of his full support and commitment as Arrupe Jesuit University moves forward together as a vibrant academic institution in the service of faith, justice, and intellectual excellence.
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