My name is Pendo Lugaliah, 22 years old. I am currently in the first semester of my third year at Kenyatta University. I am doing well by the grace of God.
During this semester, I am taking seven units as part of my overall studies in Bio-Chemistry:
Molecular Immunology; Genetic Engineering and Functional Genomes; Experiments in DNA Identification; Structures of Biomolecules; Human Diseases and Development of Therapeutic Agents; Cytoskeleton and Genome Organization.
I really hope and pray for the best. Things are never that easy but I know with God all things are possible. I will make it. In late 2015 I am expected to go for attachment either in a hospital, research institution or any place that concerns my career. This placement will help me to acquire skills in my field. In January 2014 I had a chance to meet Dr. Ruby Sokwala who is a medical advisor to CES Kenya. She lives in Kisumu. I am inspired by the work she does for homeless youth and others suffering from many diseases including Aids.
I write this blog to sincerely say thank you. The support you have and continue to give me is something I do not take for granted. It's such a blessing, and I always pray for you too even though we are miles apart. I could write more just to express how humbled I am at how you have shaped me from a hopeless young girl back then in secondary school in 2008, to a fine beautiful grown lady who now believes in herself. You made me believe in the validity of my dreams. I especially thank my dear friends at St Agnes Church in Thunder Bay who have made it possible for me to attend university.
As Patron of the CES Alumnus group I will work hard to bring CES graduates together to create more opportunities for students to achieve their dreams. Our group is now at 50 and growing. Please keep praying for us as we continue to make our CES family stronger.
One of the key roles of the Aluminus group is to help give back to the community in one way or another. Members have agreed to contribute each Kshs. 1000 per year. The idea is for us as a group to create scholarships for others in need of such. Just like we were helped, so we want to help others.
Giving back to the community is one big dream of the Ces Alumnus group. Some of our planned the activities include:
- Visitation to CES schools to talk to students and inspire them;
- Charity work to orphanages eg. The Divine Providence Orphanage;
- Planting and selling of trees and poultry farming to sustain environment and raise funds;
- Assist CES students in life skills and preparation for higher learning
Members will meet on December 27, 2014 in Kakamega to discuss ways to achieve these goals. Stay posted, for we are a positive force that will create change and help restore our communities and families.
Once again thank you and may God bless you. You are always welcome in Kenya.
Lots of love,
Pendo
