Garvey Royal: My campus hobby shaped my music career

Where did you study? Kenya Methodist University (KEMU) for a course in Procurement.

Favourite/worst unit? My best unit was Supply Chain. A person equipped with comprehensive and integrated knowledge of logistics is a strong candidate in the job market.

My worst unit was Business Law 2. However, it’s reasonably difficult, but definition heavy. So I used to cram in order to pass the exam.

Best/worst lecturer? I can’t name the best or worst lecturer. Funny enough, I liked all of them. Most of them were mature and offered life lessons, which made classes even more interesting.  

How was life in campus generally? Campus life was crazy. I think this is where you learn what you are better at. However, to students - create friends who have the same goal as yours and you won’t regret a single day after campus.

How did you make money in campus? I used to make wristbands. Back then, shambalas were a fashion statement. I would sell them to my friends.  

How was dating like in campus? Dating was a struggle. I dated this girl for three years and as the saying goes, mtaachana tu. 

What do you think about campus relationships? Not all campus relationships are toxic, some are really good.

All I can say is, it depends on who you are as a person and what you want in that relationship. Kama haikusaidii, you have a choice to pack and leave peacefully. 

Where did you hang out on weekends? I would be in the company of my friends during most of my weekends. You would find us seated on a bench opposite Lifestyle Mall, idling and having fun. My campus life was full of storytelling sessions.

What did you do with your free time? I used to dance with crew called IGNITAZ, and that’s where my music career started.

The dance crew opened my eyes and understanding of the entertainment industry.

Classmate you will never forget and why? My friend George Njoka was modelling for Mr KEMU in 2012. So all the beautiful ladies liked him and used to laugh at his dry jokes. But si ni life.