{"id":3856,"date":"2025-12-08T12:45:55","date_gmt":"2025-12-08T12:45:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sampleit.co.ke\/strathmore-run\/?p=3856"},"modified":"2025-12-08T12:45:55","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T12:45:55","slug":"one-run-one-scholarship-one-students-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sampleit.co.ke\/strathmore-run\/2025\/12\/08\/one-run-one-scholarship-one-students-future\/","title":{"rendered":"One Run. One Scholarship. One Student\u2019s Future."},"content":{"rendered":"
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Picture this: It\u2019s the start of your second semester at university. You\u2019ve got notebooks full of ambitious plans and a heart full of hope, but your bank account tells a different story. The worry over tuition, textbooks, and living expenses weighs heavily on your mind. You begin to question if your dreams are realistic or just too far out of reach.<\/p>\n

This was the reality for Elizabeth Wangui, a second-year\u00a0Bachelor of Arts in International Studies<\/a>\u00a0student at Strathmore University. Raised by a single parent facing significant financial hardship, Elizabeth\u2019s journey has been anything but straightforward. For her, the idea of studying at a prestigious institution felt like a distant dream, one she dared not speak aloud.<\/p>\n

Then came the scholarship, a lifeline that transformed her world. In one life-changing moment, the crushing worry over fees and financial barriers melted away, replaced by a renewed sense of purpose and possibility. It\u2019s the kind of opportunity that not only opens doors but also changes the trajectory of an entire life.<\/p>\n

Her journey took a turning point when her mother\u2019s friend, a staff member at Strathmore, introduced her to the university\u2019s scholarship opportunities. After completing her first semester, Elizabeth applied. To her amazement, she was awarded the scholarship, an opportunity that lifted an enormous weight off her family\u2019s shoulders. \u201cIt\u2019s been life-changing,\u201d she reflects. \u201cI didn\u2019t think I\u2019d ever access quality education like this. The scholarship has opened doors I never thought possible.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The scholarship Elizabeth received is partially funded through community-driven initiatives like Strathmore\u2019s annual\u00a0Vice Chancellor\u2019s Run<\/a>, a vibrant event where students, staff, alumni, and friends of the university come together to raise funds for financial aid for the students in need. Knowing that her education is powered by such collective generosity fills her with deep gratitude. \u201cSeeing people run to support students like me is incredible,\u201d she says. \u201cEvery contribution, no matter how small, makes a difference.\u201d<\/p>\n

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This year, she plans to run herself, rallying her friends to join in the effort. It\u2019s her way of giving back, to pay forward the gift she was once given. With the financial pressure eased, Elizabeth has thrown herself into her studies and university life with newfound vigor and focus. \u201cI\u2019ve become more disciplined because I know this opportunity depends on my performance,\u201d she explains.<\/p>\n

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But, her growth has gone beyond academics. Elizabeth proudly describes herself as a \u201cgo-getter\u201d now, someone who seeks out opportunities, tackles challenges, and steps out of her comfort zone.<\/p>\n

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In her free time, she enjoys a mix of fun and focus from skating, cooking, to archery. She\u2019s an active member of the University\u2019s Archery Club, a sport she calls meditative and empowering. \u201cWhen I play, my mind focuses completely. I haven\u2019t hit a bullseye yet, but I\u2019m getting closer!\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

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Her heart for service runs deep. She dreams of mentoring students who face financial challenges, just as she once did. \u201cI wouldn\u2019t want anyone else to struggle the way I did,\u201d she says. \u201cI want to help, especially financially, because I know what it means to receive that support.\u201d She\u2019s already taking steps in that direction. As part of the university\u2019s Service-Based Learning (SBL) program, a 225-hour community service internship, Elizabeth is volunteering at Hope House Children\u2019s Home, making a tangible difference in young lives. She also plans to join the University\u2019s Community Outreach Programme(COP) under the Community Service Centre Office, checking off a meaningful item from her bucket list.<\/p>\n

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To the donors, runners, and quiet supporters behind her scholarship, she offers a heartfelt message saying, \u201cYou\u2019re not just giving money, you\u2019re changing lives. What you\u2019ve done for me has had an impact far beyond what you might see. Thank you for believing in students like me.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Her story is more than a tale of scholarship success, it\u2019s a powerful reminder of what can happen when opportunity meets potential. Through resilience, gratitude, and a drive to give back, she\u2019s lighting the way for others.<\/p>\n

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Join the Movement. Be part of the impact. Whether you walk, jog, or sprint, your participation in the VC\u2019s Run helps fund scholarships for deserving students like Elizabeth. Every step you take brings someone closer to their dreams.<\/p>\n

Register today, rally your friends, and help transform lives, one stride at a time!<\/p>\n

Registration Link:\u00a0https:\/\/donations.strathmore.edu\/vcrun<\/a><\/p>\n

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Article Written by Teresa Nekesa<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What\u2019s your story? We\u2019d like to hear it. Contact us via\u00a0communications@strathmore.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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