Orientation Week 2025: Celebrating Unity and Aspirations at KUHeS

Orientation week is a cherished tradition at Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS), and this year has been no exception. The university’s campuses are buzzed with excitement as students from diverse backgrounds come together for the first time, each filled with dreams and aspirations for their future in health sciences.

As they embarked on this new chapter, future doctors, nurses, public health experts, and pharmacists brought with them unique stories and perspectives that enrich the vibrant KUHeS community.

The energy was palpable as students gathered at the Sports Complex and auditorium, greeted warmly by enthusiastic smiles and cheers from faculty members, current students, and staff.

Dr. Benjamin Kumwenda, the Director of Student Affairs, alongside the five Executive Deans, welcomed the new students with inspiring words, expressing pride in having them join the KUHeS family.

Dr. Kumwenda emphasized that this journey extends beyond academics, stressing that it will also shape their personal and professional lives.

“As you begin this journey you will need the support of your family and everyone around you. You will need their understanding because mixing the pressures of other things and academic pressure may give you a tough time. We welcome yiu and wish you all the best,” he said.

Dr John Phuka Chair of Executive Deans who is also Executive Dean of the School of Global and Public Health tasked the student to develop a culture of excellence that KUHeS aspires.

“As I walked into this complex, I was happy to see you seated this is a sign of strong attitude matching with the excellence that we want. I want you to continue on this path and we will make sure that we give you excellence in all that we do,” he said.

Throughout the orientation, students engaged in discussions about resilience, ethical practice, and the importance of lifelong learning in the healthcare field. The faculty reinforced the message that challenges should be embraced as opportunities for growth, empowering students to navigate their educational journey with confidence.

As the week progressed, filled with varied emotions, the students began to forge connections despite hailing from different corners of the country and beyond. By the end, they were united under the KUHeS banner—a diverse community dedicated to health sciences and committed to making a meaningful impact in the world.

The conclusion of orientation week marked not just the beginning of an academic journey but the formation of lifelong friendships and networks.