University Education Expansion in Kenya: Pros, Cons, and the Road Ahead
The growth in universities has created numerous job opportunities for academic and non-academic staff, boosting the economy and has the potential to promote research and innovation, addressing local and national challenges through scholarly work....
Message to Politicians: Preserve Academic Culture and Traditions During Graduation Ceremonies
Academic culture demands a certain decorum, respect, and adherence to tradition, especially during significant events like graduation.
It is crucial that those attending graduation ceremonies adhere to the robing guidelines set by the university senates,...
The Crucial Role of Faculty in Reviving Kenyan Universities
Kenyan universities are predominantly teaching-focused, with teaching constituting approximately 65% of their mandate, followed by research at 25% and community service at 10%.
The current approach, where many faculty members are content to "teach...
Dual Training Model: Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice in Kenya’s Higher Education
Industrial Attachment is a familiar concept in Kenyan education, where students are placed in real-world work environments to gain practical experience in their field of study.
Given the rapid pace of technological advancement and...
