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Eye on MMUSTOctober/December 2014

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VisionTo be a Centre of Excellence in Science and Technology responsive to development needs of society through engagement in dynamic knowledge creation and application.

MissionTo generate, preserve and disseminate knowledge by integrating science and technology into quality programmes covering a wide variety of disciplines while engaging in innovative research, training, teaching and consultancy.

PhilosophyMMUST holds the view that science and technology are indispensable tools in harnessing resources of nature for sustainable development and creating an environment in which human beings can survive and realize their potential. Thus, the human person has the moral obligation to creatively improve the environment. This can be achieved through a well conceptualized educational, scientific and technological package through which every human being must rightfully experience and acquire the tools to facilitate this mission.

CoreValuesStudents Academic Freedom; Scholarship; Academic Excellence; Innovation; Collegiality; Globalization; Social Responsibility; Equality; Productivity; Quality Academic and Professional Programmes; Etiquette.

MottoThe University of Choice

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COPYRIGHTMasinde Muliro University of Science and TechnologyAll rights reserved

EDITORWinnie Malala

CONTRIBUTORSLewin AkumuMonique MuchiraKelvin OmienoOscar Waswa

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This is the inaugural issue of Eye on MMUST, a mag-azine published by the

Masinde Muliro University of Sci-ence and Technology (MMUST). MMUST produces this magazine to inform our partners and the public about the activities we have engaged in and the strides that we have made within the quarter of the year.

As an institution of higher learning, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology is determined to curve a niche for itself and be judged in accordance to the market driven courses that are offered to our students. In this edition, we focus on our September, 2014 intake which will go into the annals of MMUST history as the first time ever that

we have admitted the largest number of students. MMUST opened her doors to over 3000 students.

In a year that has witnessed several firsts, it is all systems go as MMUST prepares for the 9th Graduation ceremony slated for December 5th, 2014.This, again is the first time in MMUST history for two graduation ceremonies to be held in one academic calendar year. Another first that we have highlighted in this edition is the

Vice Chancellor’s management style of reaching out to staff,

by engaging with staff on one on one at departmental level. Students too have enjoyed this.

As a University of Science and Technology, research remains the flagship of MMUST and in this edition we also feature various milestones achieved by our able researchers. MMUST does not operate in isolation but thrives on collaborations with our partners, this edition unveils some of the collaborations we have had in the recent past. Also highlighted are the recent appointments of departmental heads.

On the lighter side, we profile a long serving member of staff who is inspirational to both students and staff. True to its tradition, MMUST continues to reign supreme among equals, in this issue we also give you the chance to assess for yourself, MMUST’s performance in extra-curricular activities such as music and sports. Our world of poetry will also refresh you. Enjoy your reading and kindly give us your feedback, knowing that your opinion counts.

Winnie A.C Malala [email protected]

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I am happy to note that we are moving in the right direction as a university. In line with our

core mandate, we are committed to disseminate knowledge ensuring that we traverse this region and beyond by making education accessible to all. Performance contracting by the Top University Management which has been cascaded to heads of sections will aid in steering us to achieve our quality objectives.

Our other advancements include the recently launched School of Open and Distance e-Learning (OdeL) that provides collaborative learning environments for different

geographically dispersed students. Students can now at a touch of a button access our academic programmes on-line from the comfort of their houses or offices. The school has managed, to attract over 130 Doctoral and Masters students in different fields two months since its inception.

Our strong research teams continue to make discoveries and innovations that are instrumental to mankind. Notably is Prof. Hassan Were, a senior lecturer and researcher in the department of Biological Sciences whose Mayan Gold potato variety recently received certification and licensing by Kenya Foundation of Research Institute (KEFRI). For this we are grateful and encourage scholarship to engage in action research that is beneficial to society.

We are committed to advancing academic discourse which is our primary mandate. The University has initiated Public Lectures by

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distinguished scholars as a means of using discussions and debates to horn knowledge. The launch of the books demonstrates our commitment to scholarly etiquette through nurturing young talent and partnership with the wider public on issues that have policy implications.

We can afford to look back and smile now that the stalled projects like the Multi-purpose hall and the Female Hostel are on their way to completion. We have initiated construction of low cost lecture halls that will address the persistent shortage of lecture halls. Plans are underway to start the construction of the Engineering Complex and a

1000 capacity Male Hostel. These infrastructure will adequately cater for the increased enrolment of trainees in MMUST.

For MMUST it is expansion unlimited as we open up new campuses and study centres that will cater for those who may be hampered by distance or technology. We have recently made entry into the flood prone Budalang’i region in Busia County and established a Disaster Management centre that will impart life changing knowledge and skills to the residents of Bunyala.

We acknowledge that we

cannot afford to stand alone and effectively execute our mandate as an institution of higher learning. We have formed partnerships with like-minded organizations such as the County government, KNUT and other learning institutions. It is in this vein that we call for concerted efforts by all stakeholders to support us to achieve our dream of becoming a world class university.

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Plans are underway to ensure that the Engineers Board of Kenya accredites

the Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology engineering programmes. This was revealed by the University Vice Chancellor, Prof. Fred Otieno during his address to first year students at the Graduation Square. Prof. Otieno said that the accreditation stand-off will be resolved within the next two months.

He also said that the University will soon set up a Talent Centre as MMUST has the capacity to nurture talent as well impart knowledge and skills to students. Prof. Otieno reiterated the need for student-centred management which he said would go a long way in ensuring that students achieve their dreams at the University.

In his address, he told the new students to be open-minded and

willing to learn and adapt to the new ways of life. He cautioned them to use their freedom and time wisely and responsibly.

“The choices you make today and the values by which you will choose to live by during your stay here as a student, will determine whether or not you will succeed in life” he added.

The Vice Chancellor was flanked by Prof. Josephine Ngaira DVC, Academic and Student Affairs, Prof. Joseph Rotich DVC Administration and Finance, and Prof. Egara Kabaji DVC Planning, Research and Innovation, and

other university staff. The varsity vice chancellor urged the freshmen to be proactive and set goals that will determine their future, reminding them that they do not share a registration number with their fellow students and should take individual responsibility to prosper.

He noted that MMUST has an established mentoring system that offers students an opportunity to tap into reservoirs of knowledge and experience of the staff in all spheres of life. Prof. Otieno added that the academic division has qualified personnel who are readily available for consultation.

He reminded the freshmen to bear in mind that their entrance into a public university was an opportunity that was coveted by many who had not made it in their secondary education and must not be taken for granted.

Wishing them a happy stay at MMUST, Prof. Otieno cautioned the first year students to be wary of negative energy that could lead to self destruction.

“Life is like a river, a river has fresh water, fish and debris. Cultivate the ability to discern good from bad as it is your primary responsibility”.

The freshmen had a rare opportunity to interact closely with the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Fred Otieno. He paused for photos with the freshmen encouraging them to engage with him on social media.

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“Lifeislikeariver,ariverhasfreshwater,fishanddebris.Cultivatetheabilitytodiscerngoodfrombadasitisyour

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Masinde Muliro Universi-ty of Science and Tech-nology will early next

year open a constituent college in the flood-prone area of Budalang’i within Busia County. Plans are at an advanced stage following the signing of a Memorandum of Un-derstanding between MMUST and Bunyala Institute of Science and Technology.

Led by Budalang’i Member of Parliament, Hon. Ababu Nam-wamba, Busia County leaders held a consultative meeting at Bunyala Disaster Management Rescue Centre with technocrats from MMUST who were led by Prof. Jacob Wakhungu.

The teams inspected the ongoing construction at the institution which is set to be completed before end of the year. Bunyala Institute of Science and Technology, a CDF funded project also received a major boost of Sh. 140 million from the World Bank towards construction of physical facilities.

Addressing stakeholders on behalf of MMUST, Prof. Wakhungu noted that the university will offer market-driven courses at this college. He reiterated that MMUST’s Centre of Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance will help mitigate the effects of floods to the Budalang’i people.

“We shall prioritize disaster and marine oriented courses like marine technology, fisheries, water engineering and disaster

management”.

Hon. Ababu Namwamba ap-pealed to locals to embrace edu-cation and was hopeful that the entry of MMUST into Budalang’i would bring the desired change.

“Budalang’i is known for the perennial floods and many other calamities but this will be a thing of the past. This place will in the future be associated with academics”, he decreed.

The Budalang’i University College is one among the many other constituent colleges that MMUST has set up in an effort to make education accessible to the people in Western Kenya. Recently, the first batch of students joined Kaimosi Friends University College.

Budalangi M.P, Hon. Ababu Namwamba, Prof. Egara Kabaji DVC-PRI and Prof.Wakhungu - Dean, CDMHA keenly follow as Eng. Mkangula

illustrates architectural structure of the proposed Disaster and Management Centre - Budalangi

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Vice Chancellor Prof. Otieno updating Engineering Students on EBK accreditation

By Winnie Malala

The University management is taking necessary measures to get Masinde

Muliro University of Science and Technology Engineering programmes registered by the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).

Addressing MMUST Engineering students at the Auditorium, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Fred A. Oti-eno empathized with the students but encouraged them to continue learning and let the University Management deal with policy is-sues.

Prof. Otieno assured the students that progress has been made regarding the registration of MMUST Engineering programmes.

He revealed that he has had consultative meetings with the Chairman, Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK), Eng. Wanjau and plans are on course to ensure that MMUST is registered within the next two months.

“It is not an insurmountable task, just few things to be put in place” he added.

Internally various heads of de-partments have already put in place accreditation documents have been taken to Nairobi. Engi-neers Board of Kenya officials will soon visit MMUST for accreditation of Engineering programmes.

The University has appointed

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Eye on MMUSTAdjunct Professors and lecturers as Thematic Leaders for the three department in the Faculty of Engineering. EBK requires that each field of Engineering gets

three Thematic Leaders before accreditation.

Reassuring the Engineering students on the Management’s commitment to address students’

concerns, the Vice Chancellor noted that MMUST has the necessary expertise to train engineers. Prof. Otieno said the Memorandum of Understanding between MMUST and technical institutions such as Sigalagala, Shiamberere and Bushiangala will also ensure that MMUST Engineering students make use of the equipment donated by African Development Bank (ADB).

The road towards EBK accreditation has been meticulously planned. This saw the Vice Chancellor appoint a committee that worked round the clock to ensure that all EBK requirements are achieved. Prof. Otieno lauded the efforts by the committee which was chaired by Prof. Josephine Ngaira, DVC Academic and Student Affairs.

The committee which included Dean, Faculty of Engineering, departmental heads of the

three Engineering fields, office of the Registrar Academics and representatives of the MMUST Engineering Students Association was majorly responsible for the identification of Thematic Leaders.

The Vice Chancellor was flanked the Deputy Vice Chancellor Administration and Finance, Prof. Rotich, the Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Dr. Richard Onchiri and all Chairmen of departments in Engineering. Prof. Otieno commended Engineering students for exhibiting mature character and patience as the process of accreditation goes on.

All Vice Chancellors of universities that offer Engineering programmmes raised concerns about an advertisement placed in the local dailies that selectively published institutions authorized by EBK to train engineers. At least ten local universities are affected.

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ProfessorsandlecturersasThematicLeadersforthethreedepartment

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requiresthateachfieldofEngineeringgetsthreeThematicLeadersbefore

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Prof. J. K. Ngaira DVC-Academic & Students Affairs chairing the Thematic Leaders Identification Committee


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Research is a rigorous exercise that requires patience, sacrifice and commitment. Prof.

Hassan Were, a senior lecturer and researcher in the department of Biological Sciences at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, can now afford a smile following the certification and licensing of the Mayan Gold potato variety.

Prof. Were who has been studiously working on this project for close to 6 years is happy that his hard work has borne fruit. He revealed that the Mayan Gold potato cultivar Mayan Gold was initially bred at the James Hutton Institute (JHI), Invergowrie from an original South American potato species called Solanumtuberosum L. group Phurejahas.

Asked about the benefit that the new potato variety would have for the local community, Prof. Were

was quick to say that Mayan Gold will ensure food security.

“Mayan Gold can be grown thrice a year unlike other crops such as sugarcane and maize which have not been cost productive for the small holder farmers. Mayan Gold yields more tubers than any known varieties in the country. This potato grows very well in Kenyan conditions and has many economically important properties required by the small-holder farmer”.

Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) General Manager Quality Assurance, Raymond Kibet confirmed that Mayan Gold potato variety passed National Performance Trials and was found fit for human consumption and therefore released in Kenya for national production.

Kibet further added that the Mayan Gold’s unique properties such as high yields and resistance

to diseases such as foliar late blight, potato virus Y and several tuber blemish diseases, bruising and splitting contributed to its fast release into the market after the National Performance Trials and has now been released by the National Variety Release Committee as one of the Kenyan varieties.

Mayan Gold tubers are yellow with golden flesh. The shape is long oval with high dry matter has a superb nutty flavour and makes fantastic roast or chipped potatoes and excellent mash when steamed. It has a low dormancy, so it can be cropped twice a year; fast cooking time, thereby saving charcoal.

Mayan Gold is being propagated by KARI-Tigoni and ADC Molo for release to small-holder farmers. Currently, three other potato varieties, Record, Harborough harvest and Pentland Dell are under National Performance Trials and are expected to be released by mid-2015.

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The thought of bee stings makes many potential bee keepers re-think any

decision of venturing into this ‘dangerous’ but ‘sweet’ business. Bee keeping is a beneficial income generating activity that is now taking root in Western Kenya, especially after the discovery of the stingless bee species.

The establishment of the first Science Technology Park and Industrial Linkages, at MMUST has boosted bee keeping not only in Kakamega but also in its environs. The Park was officially opened by the retired President, H. E Hon. Mwai Kibaki who is the Chancellor of MMUST. The Science Park is well established making it possible for farmers to embrace stingless bees farming and processing of honey and other byproducts such as

chocolates and sweets.

The products of the stingless bees have a medicinal value to human beings. This is because the products can be used for the

treatment of respiratory diseases, allergies, chest pains and sore throat. This is what has attracted bee keepers other than the monetary benefits.

Through this project the University has taken a lead role in eradicating food insecurity and environmental conservation as the stingless bees play a very significant role in crop pollination.

Prof. Vincent Omollo, who has been steering this project, reveals that stingless bees have a unique way of feeding as they forage on a wide range of plants, from which they make high quality and

Exceptional Stingless Bees In MMUST

AccordingtoProfOmollo,thehoneybrandshavebeenpatentedand

therefore,theyarenotexpectedtobefoundanywherein

theworldunlesstheyhavebeensuppliedbytheUniversity.

Prof. Maurice Vincent Omolo at the MMUST bee apiary

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exceptional honey products.

At the Science and Technology Park four main types of stingless bees species are found. These include, meliponula landiliana, meliponula bocadei, meliponu-la ferriguene (reddish-brown morpho type) and meliponula ferriguene(black morpho type). From these species, three brands of honey are processed and launched into the market. The brands include: Melinasa honey, Meliwere honey and Meliboca honey.

According to Prof Omollo, the honey brands have been patented and therefore, they are not expected to be found anywhere in the world unless they have been supplied by the University.

The researcher however notes that despite the potential of a flourishing into a multibillion in-dustry through honey production

from the stingless bees, domesti-cation of these insects has been neglected not only in Kenya but also across Africa.

MMUST has set up an apiary and sheds of trees for the sake of this project. With the help of the University, the park has been able to put in place appropriate infrastructure to make this project a reality.

Through Prof Omollo, MMUST has also initiated a collaboration and network with the Kakamega Stingless Bee Farmers Association,

a local group of stingless bee farmers, with a view of promoting the rearing of the bee hive products, in addition to boosting of crop pollination, which is an essential ecosystem service that results in the increase of food security and improvement of livelihoods.

The University Council Chair-man Dr. Nyamwaya, lauded the University Management for sup-porting and offering other as-sistance that has enabled STPIL to come up with three sting-less bees honey brand products whose trademark names are now protected as University Intellec-tual Property by Kenya Industrial Property Institute.

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MMUSThassetupanapiaryandshedsoftreesforthesakeofthisproject.WiththehelpoftheUniversity,theparkhasbeenableto

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MMUST honey brands


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The Chemistry department staff of MMUST received a pleasant surprise when the

Vice Chancellor, Prof. Fred Otieno visited their department in early September.

True to his open door policy management style, the Vice Chancellor engaged the staff and shared with them about the challenges facing the staff as a department and received their suggestions on how to turn around the University.

In resonant with the staff, the VC said he was alive to the myriad challenges facing all the staff in the University such as the stagnated promotions, lack of infrastructure, equipment and limited staff es-tablishment as highlighted by the Chairman of Department, Dr. Fran-cis Orata.

Prof. Fred Otieno noted that the

Chemistry department is a flagship department in the University and challenged the staff to set up a strong departmental strong research groups.

The Vice Chancellor underscored the need to respect and serve students indiscriminately. This, he added would help MMUST achieve its primary objective to become a world class university.

In a rare gesture of question and answer forum, the VC took time to attentively listen to the staffs’ concerns and provide immediate feedback. The staff visit by the Vice Chancellor is an indicator that the current University management is open to any suggestions and criticisms that will help push forward the University’s agenda.

In his remarks, Prof Otieno revealed that the University has set aside funds for younger researchers

to engage in meaningful research. He said MMUST will enter into a memorandum of understanding with other Universities on equipments sharing to cut on cost while ensuring efficient service delivery.

The Vice Chancellor announced that Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology will

Excellence

VC visits Chemistry Department

Prof.FredOtienonotedthattheChemistrydepartmentisa

flagshipdepartmentintheUniversityandchallengedthestafftosetupastrong

departmentalstrongresearchgroups.

Fourth year students in Chemistry Laboratory working on their projects

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Eye on MMUSTExcellenceintroduce on its calendar of events an Annual Research Day cum gala dinner to honour and fit scholars and researchers.

Among the coveted categories that will be awarded during the annual research gala dinner will be:

Top senior research of the year,

Top female researcher of the year,

Top junior researcher of the year,

Top researcher in each faculty and

Top research group in the University.

Also to be honoured will be the Top Published PHD student and the Top Published Masters student.

He challenged the academic staff to engage in academic pub-lishing rather than use up most of

their time “moonlighting.”

The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Fred

Otieno appealed to MMUST staff to be more proactive by engaging in fundraising initiatives that will help build the university and attract more students. He added that a World Bank project that will train staff on Writing Fundable

Proposals will be unveiled soon.

He said the University is committed to quality and efficient services delivery. This he said will be achieved through introduction of internship programs and restarting the stalled graduate assistance ship program.

The VC’s staff visits are his way of engaging staff and receiving varied opinion on how to steer this great University to greater heights. The Chemistry department has pulled a first among the academic departments to be visited since the Vice Chancellor’s State of the University Address that was held on 5th August 2014. Among other departments that have had this one on one engagement with the VC are the Library, Clinic and Catering Staff.

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proactivebyengaginginfundraisinginitiativesthatwillhelpbuildtheuniversityandattract

morestudents.

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1. The Chancellor H.E Hon. Mwai Kibaki CGH being introduced to guests during the 8th gradu-ation ceremony by Vice Chancellor Prof. F. O. Otieno.

2. University of Manitoba during exchange pro-gramme with MMUST.

3. University Choir.4. MMUST State of Art Library5. MMUST sign MoU with Cricket Kenya of-

ficials.6. Public Lecture participants. Milestones &

Challenges on Reproductive Health in the 21st Century by Dr. Prince J. Mumia

7. Prof. Josephine Ngira and Prof. Mutai during Performance Contract Signing.

8. DVC (A&F) Prof. J. K. Rotich and Dr. Prince Mumia after Public lecture.

9. Vice Chancellor Prof. F. O. Otieno (middle with a cap) with MMUST Rugby team.

10. Celebration time - A group of Gradaunds cel-ebrate during the 8th graduation ceremony.


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In the recent years there have been tremendous develop-ment efforts by industrial

companies to make the world a better place in systems technol-ogy. Many physicists, researchers and scientists have gone far to study and research on telecom-munication systems. One such person is Engineer Maurice Bulu-ma Makhokha.

Born in 1949, in Nambale Busia County, Engineer Morris Buluma has accomplished much in the engineering field. He narrates to Eye on MMUST reporters, Monicah Muchira and Lewin Akumu about his life and career as an engineer.

As he went through primary and secondary school in the then remote Nambale village, little did he know he would venture into the field of engineering. Young Buluma got a scholarship to study in England U.K at Anglia polytechnic University, Essex, where he graduated in 1986

with a higher diploma in Systems Technology, while in the U.K, Eng. Buluma remembers that he was the only black student in his class. Instead of working against him, this made him eager to realize his potential and proof himself as a great person and so he attended academic seminars and exbihitions over the years while in the U.K.

Lady luck seemed to favour the then youthful Buluma who fought against all odds to counter the culture shock. The stars shone upon his path for a second time.

“I was offered a scholarship in three universities; Bradford, As-tonvilla and University of Dundee in Scotland. I opted for Dundee

University where I graduated with a Master of Science in Electronic Circuit Design and Manufacture in 1992.”

Eng. Buluma explains how he ended up in the Optimizing Production Technology. He found his footing in the Optical Fibre Transmission system designs and settled for East African Posts and Telecommunications Corporation (EAP and TC, now KPTC), as a Principal Research Officer.

“I had a passion for research and was interested in the research team at Dundee University that developed the a-Si FET discovering the plasma processing of wall hanging TV sets. I would wonder why televisions were not earlier

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Eng. Maurice Buluma Makokha

“Iteachandpsychologicallypreparemystudentstoablyfacethejobmarket.Thesecretistoalwaysremaingrounded,

humble,despitewhatyoumayhaveachieved.”

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invented using the fluid liquid crystal technology. This affirmed my liking for the engineering discipline,” he says.

Eng. Buluma was so engrossed in technology that even after the splitting of The Kenya Posts and Telecommunication Corporation, into Telkom Kenya Limited, Postal Communications of Kenya and Communication Commission of Kenya, he was retained by Telkom Kenya, and later contracted by Safety Surveyors of Kenya Limited as the Company Engineering Consultant.

His position gave him the re-quired experience, which pre-pared him for the next step when he embarked upon the journey of a teaching career at MMUST, as a lecturer in the department of Electrical Engineering in 2005.

As a member of the Institution of Engineering Technology (IET), Eng. Buluma felt the urge to mentor and interact with student engineers. He envisions students as potential innovators and instrumental to the achievement of vision 2030.

He says that his expertise in Technology allows him nurture students to take up roles in scientific research. Asked about the significance of training institutions being affiliated with the Engineering Board of Kenya (EBK), Eng. Buluma quips,

“Telecommunications is moving fast, maintaining a register and framework is the most important thing for a student engineer. Worrying too much on EBK registration will not help as one is supposed to go through pupilage for two years and given an opportunity to go out to the field. A student engineer should keep in mind that engineering is all about the usage of basic concepts for the benefits of society and that engineering concepts are the same worldwide, the only difference could be the medium of transmission”.

Eng. Buluma landed the appointment as Patron of Engineering Students Association in 2009, a position that he holds to date. He is a prolific writer and among his pet subjects include: Value analysis and Value engineering in which he emphasizes the use of amorphus material in making touchpad phones and the other paper that he has penned is titled Electromagnetic Compatibility Effects that emphasized protection of people, animals, plants and equipment against the effects of power surges.

“Kenya is developing fast, and each individual should prepare for a positive role, we should keep abreast of the ever advancing technological trends to create employment for ourselves. Our country has a potential in playing

a major role in innovation. Look at the m-pesa innovation, it was right here in Kenya that the idea originated, and now it is worldwide” adds Eng. Buluma, using his phone to demonstrate how duping an amorphous material can be used to change phone features.

Asked about what his driving force is, the chubby faced 65 year old, engineer is all smiles as he says life has been fair for him as a God fearing man.

“I teach and psychologically prepare my students to ably face the job market. The secret is to always remain grounded, hum-ble, despite what you may have achieved.”

Under his thrilling and long stint at the helm of the MMUST Engineering Students Associa-tion he acknowledges that there have been challenges. The cost of running an engineering insti-tution is very high and therefore he encourages the MMUST man-agement to organize student exposures, exhibitions and con-ferences before proper infrastruc-ture are put in place for practicals. Eng. Buluma also encourages stu-dent engineers of MMUST that charity begins at home therefore the road to EBK registration will be achieved through registering as members of the MMUST Engi-neering Students Association.


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Rapid growth in the field of education has made governance in academic

sector a very complex task. The 21st century has witnessed tremendous advancements in technology which has led to far-reaching developments in the administrative system especially when well optimized.

Integration of ICT helps to reduce the complexity and enhance the overall administration of higher education. Cost-effective technol-ogy combined with the flexibility in learning and administrative ac-tivities is essential to enhance ef-ficiency. Computers can be used extensively for educational admin-istration. The following are some of the areas where computers can be used for effective educational administration General Adminis-tration, Pay Roll and Financial Ac-counting, Administration of Student Data, Inventory Manage-ment, Personnel Records Mainte-nance

However, it should be noted that

there are various administrative challenges for higher education system of the 21stcentury which includes but not limited to:- Global and local challenges, Universal and individual challenges, Balancing between traditional and modern approaches, Long term and short term considerations, Competition and equity challenges

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As a part of strategy, the aforementioned challenges could be overcome with the proper usage of technology in these institutions. The various ways of introducing technology in education institution administration, such as Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, are through the following modes:

a) Sending e-mail notices and agendas to staff, rather than printing and distributing them

b) Submission of lesson plans through e-mail

c) Foster technology growth by asking parents to write e-mail addresses on medical forms.

d) Insist that all teachers create a class Web page

e) Attend technology conferences to see what other schools are doing, what other teachers are

doing to integrate technology, and what principals are doing to encourage the use of technology in their schools and classrooms.

f ) Admissions through web-enabled services.

g) All day-to-day activities of the institution (General Administration)

h) Staff administration

ICT fosters the dissemination of information and knowledge by separating content from its physical location. It is also mentioned that ICT enhances day-to-day management of institutions and the various functional areas in which it could be used are specified below:

a) Timetabling

b) Student admission and Tracking

c) Financial Management

d) Medical services

e) Procurement and Store management

f ) Data distribution and management in the entire university

The Author is Kelvin K. Omieno is a Lecturer and Chairman, Department of Computer Science Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology.

ICT Usage for Information Administration in MMUST

ICT

Rapidgrowthinthefieldofeducationhasmadegovernancein

academicsectoraverycomplextask

By Kelvin K. Omieno ([email protected] )


Eye on MMUSTAppointments

CHAIRMENOFDEPARTMENTS

Eng. Claude K. Busienei Civil and Structural Engineering

Mr. Daniel Ogenga Mechanical and Industrial Engineering

Dr. Tom Wanjekeche Electrical and Communication Engineering

Dr. Francis Orata Pure & Applied Chemistry

Dr. Millicent Ndonga Biological Sciences

Dr. Ogema Vitalis Sugar Technology

Dr.John Obiri Disaster Management and Sustainable Development

Dr. Edmond Were Peace & Conflict Studies

Dr. George Waswa Disaster Prep & Eng Management

Dr. Robert Egesa Business Administration

Ms. Patricia Kariaga Criminology & Social Work

Mr. Peres Wenje Journalism and Mass Communication

Ms. Susan Choge Language & Literature Education

Dr. Lydia Wamocha Education Planning & Management

Ms. Karren O. Ongeti Curriculum Instruction Technology

CAMPUSESANDCENTRESCOORDINATORS

Ms. Sylvia K. Vundi Nairobi CampusDr. Chesambu Ndiema Bukura Study CentreDr. Moses Poipoi Bungoma CampusDr. Dennis Ochieno Busia Study CentreDr. Achilles Simiyu Webuye CampusMr. Atichi Alati Ebunangwe CampusMr. Ralph Wangatia Mumias Study Centre

Recent Appointments


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Masinde Muliro Universi-ty of Science and Tech-nology shall prioritize

the establishment of a paediatric hospice to cater for the high num-ber of young children under the age of 15 years who are hard hit by different types of cancer when it opens its doors of the new School of Medicine to the public next year.

This was announced by the Varsity Vice Chancellor, Prof. Fred Otieno when he officially flagged off the cancer screening at the university. He added that MMUST is working closely with the Kakamega County government to ensure that the Kakamega General Provincial Hospital is soon elevated to a referral facility.

Prof. Otieno challenged MMUST academic staff to engage into action research regarding problems that face our society such as health matters. He said that MMUST students will continue to provide the required manpower at the hospital.

Dorothy Nyong’o, the director, African Cancer Foundation underscored the need for concerted efforts by local leadership in advocating and creating awareness about cancer. She commended efforts that have been initiated by MMUST in conjunction with the Kakamega County government to support the Kakamega Hospice.

Nyong’o observed that the high turn up of staff and members of the public for the screening exercise is a wake-up call to all of us to embrace medical seeking behavior to avoid the ravages of this disease which is prone to spreading quickly if not detected early enough.

She noted that breast and prostate cancer are the most common types of cancer that affect women and men respectively. She advised that people should learn how to examine themselves and seek treatment before it spreads.

At least 800 Kakamega County residents benefitted from free cancer screening and were treated for various ailments during a free medical camp held at the MMUST graduation square. The one day camp was sponsored by

the African Cancer Foundation in collaboration with Pan Africa Life and Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology.

Elsewhere, during a fundraiser for Mukulusu Catholic Church in Shinyayalu sub-county, Kakamega Governor, Hon. Wycliffe Oparanya revealed that the county government has partnered with Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology to put up a Ksh.5 billion cancer centre. The project, which will be complete within two years will see local residents access treatment easily.

Hon. Oparanya said that the provincial hospital which will soon be a referral facility shall be equipped with modern facilities to cater for cancer patients.

MMUST Cancer Screening Camp

CSR

Atleast800KakamegaCountyresidentsbenefittedfromfreecancer

screeningandweretreatedforvarious

ailmentsduringafreemedicalcampheldattheMMUSTgraduation

square.

By Winnie Malala &Oscar Waswa


Eye on MMUSTBy Winnie Malala &Oscar Waswa

Top University Management met with Kenya National Union

of Teachers (KNUT) County representatives of Western Region for a consultative forum which should see all teachers country wide access higher education at affordable rates.

Addressing the participants MMUST Vice Chancellor, Prof. Fred Otieno, underscored the need for the University to forge alliances with all stakeholders in the educa-tion sector. He said it is common practice that universities enter memorandum of understanding

with like-minded partners in order to enhance accessibility of higher education to the general public.

The forum brought together top KNUT leadership from Kakamega, Bungoma, Vihiga and Busia Counties who worked on a harmonized document for memorandum of understanding with the University.

KNUT Secretary General Mr. Wilson Sossion also signed the Memorandum of Understanding which will see KNUT Teachers and their dependant enjoy 15% discount on university fees at MMUST.

MoU Between MMUST and KNUTCollaboration

Kakamega KNUT official Mr. John Wesonga and the VC MMUST Prof. Fred A Otieno and Bungoma KNUT officaal Mr. Fred Sichangi sign an MoU between MMUST and KNUT on behalf of Kenyan Teachers.

Hesaiditiscommonpracticethat

universitiesentermemorandumof

understandingwithlike-mindedpartnersinordertoenhance

accessibilityofhighereducationtothegeneralpublic.


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ICL as is commonly known was introduced in MMUST by Brian Rotich and Martin Ohako in 2012. The two were on internship in MMUST and saw the need of making MMUST a conducive environment for youths. ICL - MMUST works with peer educators to engage students in youth friendly activities. Our interview with Victor Omanje who is an official in ICL, gave us a peek into the activities of this famous group as he shares every bit of its history.

“When Brian Rotich introduced ICL in MMUST, it was kind of joke as

he was not a MMUST student, but had seen the need of ICL because it was in all the other universities across the country. ICL works with youths in institutions of higher learning. JKUAT, Moi, Nairobi and Kenyatta universities have ICL chapters which work closely with peer educators”, explains Victor.

Its vision: seeing a healthy Afri-ca, empowered people, ICL advo-cates for an AIDS free Africa. Some of ICL’s major activities include: HIV/AIDS awareness programmes and testing, cancer screening, Voluntary Medical Male Circum-cision, Contraceptives, Gender

based violence awareness, STIs screening and condom dem-onstration and distribution. To implement all these they use be-haviour change communication groups headed by trained peer educators.

ICL staff are a great source of inspiration to University students because they train peer educa-tors who in turn communicate behaviour change messages through youth friendly ways. Most MMUST students have ad-mired and joined ICL to be trained as peer educators.

IChooseLife

MMUST Chapter on its toes! By Lewin Akumu

Youth friendly corner


Eye on MMUSTIChooseLifeICL has become a home for

many students who have psycho-logical problems but fear to share

or express themselves to the uni-versity counselors. It is through ICL that students have a platform to discuss issues affecting their lives. When asked why they chose ICL, most of the members admit that ICL is a youth friendly organi-zation with visionary leaders who believe in leadership and career mentorship, a pillar that has kept the group united.

Creating a movement of indi-viduals who enhance the quality of life through communication, health initiatives, economic em-

powerment, career mentorship and improved leadership is ICL’s top priority.

Maranga Isabel, the girl to girl BCCG group leader confirms that indeed ICL has given a chance to teenage and student mothers in the university to share and help each other. ICL MMUST has in the past and to date organized fun filled events geared towards attracting massive student popu-lation, hence transmitting mes-sages on Alcohol, Drugs and Sub-stance Abuse among others.

ICL targets to mitigate socio-economic impact of HIV/AIDS by contributing to the Kenyan nation, an AIDS strategy plan to reduce HIV/AIDS prevalence among youths. There is hope for improved life quality for both the affected and the infected.

As a CBO, ICL has managed to impart knowledge on HIV/AIDS, it has changed some norms like Female Genital Mutilation and Gender Based Violence, it has changed attitudes and risk per-ception through peer education

programmes. ICL has instilled entrepreneurial minds among MMUST students. On economic empowerment programmes, ICL has partnered with financial part-ners to provide training on finan-cial literacy that helps students manage their finances while in session. ICL has enabled naive students avoid early pregnancies through use of contraceptives.

Itsvision:seeingahealthyAfrica,

empoweredpeople,ICLadvocatesforanAIDS

freeAfrica.SomeofICL’smajoractivitiesinclude:HIV/AIDSawareness

programmesandtesting,cancerscreening,VoluntaryMedicalMaleCircumcision,Contraceptives,

Genderbasedviolenceawareness,STIs

screeningandcondomdemonstrationand

distribution

ICLtargetstomitigatesocio-economic

impactofHIV/AIDSbycontributingtotheKenyannation,anAIDSstrategyplantoreduceHIV/AIDSprevalenceamongyouths.Thereishopeforimprovedlifequalityforboththeaffectedandthe

infected.

ICL MMUST chapter members in a meeting


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Her disarming smile as she goes about her duties tells you that this lady, Mary

Shika Shanyisa enjoys her job. As other members of staff begin to stream into the University for a day at work, Mary is always at her workplace doing what she does best. She ensures that the grounds around the administration block are clean by sweeping all foliage.

Marie as she is fondly referred to by other staff says she loves her job as it is what puts food on her table and supports her family. The 36 year old mother of one was employed at MMUST in 2005 as a casual labourer in the then construction site of State of art Library building. It was a heaven sent rare opportunity when God answered her prayers for her to be absorbed into the university work force as a groundsman.

She says her day’s routine includes preparing breakfast for her family, walking her son to school then setting off for MMUST in good time. Mary says she walks to her place of work as she requires the exercise and uses this time to think about what she plans to accomplish in life. By 6.30 am Mary takes her tools of trade and embarks on her duties of ensuring that the compound is spick and span.

Mary as her name suggests is a staunch believer of the Christian faith. Her guiding motto in life and at work is, “always do your best at

what you set out to do because you may never have the chance to do it all over again.”

She is grateful to be part of the

MMUST family which has given her the chance to support her siblings.

Demure Smart LadyExcellence

By Winnie Malala

Mary Shika Shanyisa on duty


Eye on MMUST

It took a period of three months and few weeks for the MMUST choir to prepare for the just

concluded annual Kenya Music Festivals in Mombasa, a festival that saw all the public and private universities participate.

During the festivals, the stakes were high as it was emerged that winning was no longer a walk in the park. The various teams at the 2014 edition Kenya Music Festivals witnessed stiff competition. In the past, a team would scoop almost all trophies in a row. This year many teams left the festivals crest fallen as they went back home without a single trophy.

MMUST team stole the show in various in different categories.

Among the array of trophies scooped by MMUST in position one included folk song from the rest of Africa, MMUST also shone in a dance from the rest of Africa and a sacred arrangement of African tunes. Ndagenda also made MMUST shine in position one in the solo violin category.

MMUST Choir master Mr. Sumba observed that in the other categories that MMUST participated they emerged second and were awarded certificates. He said this was despite the fact that there was thorough preparation especially in the zilizopendwa category.

The sterling performance by Team MMUST was despite the myriad of challenges faced by the music group ahead of the festivals.

“MMUST Choir is in dire need of a music room for rehearsals which has been a major challenge. I however commend the choir members for their determination which bore fruit” says Mr. Sumba who is the music group director.

He further explained that lack of proper polishing also gave affected the results as the team had enrolled in many items.

Plans are underway to transfer choir to the department of Journalism so that Music is taught as a curriculum subject. This he added would enhance performance. He also revealed that the choir will be split into three; the men choir, female choir and the mixed choir to enable proper preparations. The University will also purchase of music equipment ahead of next year’s festivals.

Music team shines at the coast in African tunes

MusicTeam

“MMUSTChoirisindireneedofamusicroomforrehearsals

whichhasbeenamajorchallenge.Ihowevercommendthechoirmembersfortheir

determinationwhichborefruit”

By Lewin Akumu


Eye on MMUST

The just ended WEKUSA games that were held in Maseno University saw

MMUST whitewash their oppo-nents in a deserved victory. In the preliminaries, a scincillating rug-by match between the Univer-sity of choice against Kibabii Uni-versity college saw the MMUST team wallop their hapless op-ponents 8 nil. Kibabii could not match MMUST and were visibly relieved when the referee called the match to a stop.

Rongo University was thrashed 45-0 by MMUST, while the hosts,

Maseno met the visitors wrath as MMUST won 27-0 against them. MMUST rugby team had a field day as it displayed lots of skills in the match against JOOUST to win 47-0 at Maseno grounds.

In the finals, JOOUST was humbled by the University of choice when the happy go lucky boys of MMUST bagged 12 points against a paltry 3 points of JOOUST.

In hockey, MMUST were forced to eat humble pie as they lost to Kibabii University College. The hosts, Maseno were trashed

again by MMUST 2-1 before a capacity filled homeground.

It was a big disappointment to the university of choice when the women’s soccer was disqualified from the tournament because of lack of proper documentation. The MMUST games captain, Ian Mukanzi revealed that the Uni-versity management has prom-ised to introduce swimming as a sport. Registration of interested swimmers is ongoing. This will see MMUST take part inter-uni-versity swimming competitions.

Vice Chancellor Prof. Otieno awards certificates to MMUST Games Captain Ian Mukanzi at WEKUSA Games in JOOUST

MMUST Thrashes opponents in the WEKUSA Games

Sports

By Winnie Malala & Lewin Akumu


Eye on MMUST

The Birth of Cricket in MMUSTSports

Cricket Kenya and MMUST have signed a Memorandum of Un-

derstanding that will propel the promotion and develop-ment of the game in Western Kenya. Cricket Kenya has com-mitted to install an Astro turf playing surface on the wicket at MMUST and provide an elite coach to oversee all coaching programmes within Kakamega County.

Led by renown cricketer, Tom Tikolo and Pateel Shah, the Cricket Kenya officials said MMUST has been selected as the most ideal location in

Western Kenya for the cricket elite centre. Cricket Kenya will facilitate coaching, umpiring, scoring and administrative courses within the county.

Hosting a group of officials from Cricket Kenya in his boardroom, the varsity Vice Chancellor, Prof Otieno noted that cricket will be among the many sports that the University has for students, staff and the general public. He said MMUST shall involve other partners in the development of the sport and help demystify the notion that cricket sport is exclusive for a particular class of people in

society.

Prof. Otieno said the univer-sity will spur the development of cricket through its sports scholarship. 50% scholarship will be offered to cricketers. He welcomed the entry of Cricket Kenya into MMUST adding that it will open up more opportu-nities to students who wish to pursue sports as a career.

The Cricket Kenya officials inspected the wicket surface at MMUST Sports complex that has been mapped by the MMUST awaiting kick off of the matches

Vice Chancellor MMUST Prof. F. O. Otieno and Cricket Kenya officials represented by Mr. Tom Tikolo during signing of MoU

By Winnie Malala & Lewin Akumu


Eye on MMUST

CHILDHOODDREAMSChildhood dreams! As in fairy tales!

They dreamt as young babes,

Of a future of love, fame, popularity and legendry,

Such were the dreams!

Alongside many were eliminated without a care,

It was survival for the fittest

For the slippery path of life knows no kings

Survivors must possess wings!

They refused to take in advice,

And never aspired to inspire,

For to perspire wasn’t their desire

Now they watch in misery as they expire!

How they thought it fundamental

That their dreams were instrumental,

Only to learn that life isn’t experimental,

Thus, they ended up as detriments!

ICANFEELI can feel it

It is a boiling pot

At the base of my heart

Leaving me in scotching heat

It is all true

From my last open view

When you left the pew

Leaving for all to view

I ran home to the hearth

Hiding from the truth

But you were deep in my heart

Though far from my path

I pray that you believe

That it’s all because of love

That with you I must live

Till God calls us to leave

Poetry


Eye on MMUST

Introduction Now you do not have to worry about your employer refusing to grant you a study leave to pursue your studies. MMUST has established Open and Distance e-Learning (ODeL) program in bid to open up opportunities for those who desire further studies. The University recognizes the need to venture into new modes of delivery of education services in order to open up educational opportunities for people who wish to study for certifi cate, diploma, bachelors, masters and PhD programmes, but cannot fi nd time to attend classes. The Open and Distance e-Learning (ODeL) programme is set to start in September 2014.

Open and Distance e-Learning PhD Programmes by Research and ThesisPhD in curriculum and instruction PhD in Parasitological

PhD in Education Planning PhD in Entomology

PhD in Management and Policy Studies PhD in Molecular Biology

PhD in English and Linguistics PhD in Bioinformatics

PhD in Kiswahili PhD in Immunology

PhD in Physics PhD in Molecular Biology in Natural Resources Management

PhD in Pure Maths PhD in Microbiology

PhD in Applied Maths PhD Peace and Confl ict Studies

PhD in Communication Studies PhD in Disaster Management

PhD in Information Technology PhD in Environmental Science

PhD in Fish Biology and Aquaculture PhD in Crop Protection

Minimum Qualifi cations: A Master’s degree in relevant area of study from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology or from any other university recognized by MMUST Senate.

Open and Distance e-learning Masters Programmes Master’s in Business Administration M.Ed. in Kiswahili

M.sc. in Human Resource Management M.Ed. in English

M.sc. in Disaster Management M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction

M.Sc. in Emergency Management and Humanitarian Assistance

M.Ed. in Guidance and Counseling

M.A. in History M.Ed. in Educational Planning and Management

M.A. in Religion M.A. in Criminology

M.A. in Applied Linguistics M.A in Communication (Development Communication, Media Production, Journalism and Mass Communication, Public Relations)

M.Ed. in Educational Management and Policy Studies M.A. in Comparative Literature

M.Ed. in Economics of Education Msc in Natural Resource Management

Msc in Environmental Science

Minimum Qualifi cation: A holder of a Bachelor’s degree with Second Class Honours – Upper Division or a holder of Second Class Honours – Lower Division of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology or equivalent qualifi cation from a recognized university. Those with second class Lower Division, but do not have 2 years relevant experience since graduation will also be considered on condition that they meet specifi c departmental requirements.

Open and Distance e-Learning Bachelor’s Degree ProgrammesBachelor of Science in Nursing (Upgrading Programme)

Minimum qualifi cation: At least C (Plain) in K.C.S.E or Division III at EACE/KCE with passes in the subject clusters as follows; English, Biology and Chemistry B, Mathematics/Physics and Kiswahili C+ OR 2 principal passes in Biology and Chemistry with subsidiary pass in Physics and or Mathematics. Diploma in Nursing or KRCHN from a recognized institution is considered. Applicants must be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) and hold a current practice license and a minimum practice of 2 years.

Open and Distance e-Learning Diploma ProgrammesDiploma in Information Technology

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C Plain at KCSE with C- (minus) in English and Mathematics or Mean grade C- (minus) and hold a certifi cate in an IT related discipline from a recognized institution with at least a credit pass will be considered.

Open and Distance e-Learning Certifi cate Course Certifi cate course in Crime Prevention and Rehabilitation

Minimum Requirements: At least a C- (minus), or KCE Division III or any other qualifi cation recognized by MMUST Senate.

Online application proceduresAll applicants must of necessity possess an email address. Applications can be made online by downloading forms from MMUST website. The forms can then be fi lled and scanned back together with other relevant certifi cates and payment receipts. Applications accompanied by a deposit slip or bankers cheque as evidence of payment of non refundable fee payable at National Bank of Kenya-0100370554000 (for certifi cate, diploma and undergraduate programmes) or Family Bank ACC No. 78992536 (for Post graduate students). Application fee for ODeL programmes can also be made through Safaricom Mpesa Pay Bill Number 199990) as follows:

i) Diploma and certifi cate programmes Ksh 500/=,ii) Bachelors Degree programmes Ksh 1000/=iii) Masters and PhD Programmes Ksh 2000/=

Acknowledgement will be made within 72 hours of receipt. Applicants may download application forms from our website:www.mmust.ac.ke. Dully completed online applications should be returned to the Director e-Learning, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. [email protected].

Offers for Early Bird and Former Students The University is offering former students a tuition fee waiver of up to 20 percent and a 5 percent fee waiver for early birds who pay tuition fee upfront on or before 30/9/2014.

MASINDE MULIRO UNIVERSITY OF SCIENECE AND TECHNOLOGY

DIRECTORATE OF OPEN, DISTANCE AND e-LEARNING (ODeL)

ONLINE PROGRAMMES OFFERED FROM SEPTEMBER, 2014

ProgrammesOffered2014-2015


Eye on MMUST

Introduction Now you do not have to worry about your employer refusing to grant you a study leave to pursue your studies. MMUST has established Open and Distance e-Learning (ODeL) program in bid to open up opportunities for those who desire further studies. The University recognizes the need to venture into new modes of delivery of education services in order to open up educational opportunities for people who wish to study for certifi cate, diploma, bachelors, masters and PhD programmes, but cannot fi nd time to attend classes. The Open and Distance e-Learning (ODeL) programme is set to start in September 2014.

Open and Distance e-Learning PhD Programmes by Research and ThesisPhD in curriculum and instruction PhD in Parasitological

PhD in Education Planning PhD in Entomology

PhD in Management and Policy Studies PhD in Molecular Biology

PhD in English and Linguistics PhD in Bioinformatics

PhD in Kiswahili PhD in Immunology

PhD in Physics PhD in Molecular Biology in Natural Resources Management

PhD in Pure Maths PhD in Microbiology

PhD in Applied Maths PhD Peace and Confl ict Studies

PhD in Communication Studies PhD in Disaster Management

PhD in Information Technology PhD in Environmental Science

PhD in Fish Biology and Aquaculture PhD in Crop Protection

Minimum Qualifi cations: A Master’s degree in relevant area of study from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology or from any other university recognized by MMUST Senate.

Open and Distance e-learning Masters Programmes Master’s in Business Administration M.Ed. in Kiswahili

M.sc. in Human Resource Management M.Ed. in English

M.sc. in Disaster Management M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction

M.Sc. in Emergency Management and Humanitarian Assistance

M.Ed. in Guidance and Counseling

M.A. in History M.Ed. in Educational Planning and Management

M.A. in Religion M.A. in Criminology

M.A. in Applied Linguistics M.A in Communication (Development Communication, Media Production, Journalism and Mass Communication, Public Relations)

M.Ed. in Educational Management and Policy Studies M.A. in Comparative Literature

M.Ed. in Economics of Education Msc in Natural Resource Management

Msc in Environmental Science

Minimum Qualifi cation: A holder of a Bachelor’s degree with Second Class Honours – Upper Division or a holder of Second Class Honours – Lower Division of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology or equivalent qualifi cation from a recognized university. Those with second class Lower Division, but do not have 2 years relevant experience since graduation will also be considered on condition that they meet specifi c departmental requirements.

Open and Distance e-Learning Bachelor’s Degree ProgrammesBachelor of Science in Nursing (Upgrading Programme)

Minimum qualifi cation: At least C (Plain) in K.C.S.E or Division III at EACE/KCE with passes in the subject clusters as follows; English, Biology and Chemistry B, Mathematics/Physics and Kiswahili C+ OR 2 principal passes in Biology and Chemistry with subsidiary pass in Physics and or Mathematics. Diploma in Nursing or KRCHN from a recognized institution is considered. Applicants must be registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK) and hold a current practice license and a minimum practice of 2 years.

Open and Distance e-Learning Diploma ProgrammesDiploma in Information Technology

Minimum Requirements: Mean grade of C Plain at KCSE with C- (minus) in English and Mathematics or Mean grade C- (minus) and hold a certifi cate in an IT related discipline from a recognized institution with at least a credit pass will be considered.

Open and Distance e-Learning Certifi cate Course Certifi cate course in Crime Prevention and Rehabilitation

Minimum Requirements: At least a C- (minus), or KCE Division III or any other qualifi cation recognized by MMUST Senate.

Online application proceduresAll applicants must of necessity possess an email address. Applications can be made online by downloading forms from MMUST website. The forms can then be fi lled and scanned back together with other relevant certifi cates and payment receipts. Applications accompanied by a deposit slip or bankers cheque as evidence of payment of non refundable fee payable at National Bank of Kenya-0100370554000 (for certifi cate, diploma and undergraduate programmes) or Family Bank ACC No. 78992536 (for Post graduate students). Application fee for ODeL programmes can also be made through Safaricom Mpesa Pay Bill Number 199990) as follows:

i) Diploma and certifi cate programmes Ksh 500/=,ii) Bachelors Degree programmes Ksh 1000/=iii) Masters and PhD Programmes Ksh 2000/=

Acknowledgement will be made within 72 hours of receipt. Applicants may download application forms from our website:www.mmust.ac.ke. Dully completed online applications should be returned to the Director e-Learning, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. [email protected].

Offers for Early Bird and Former Students The University is offering former students a tuition fee waiver of up to 20 percent and a 5 percent fee waiver for early birds who pay tuition fee upfront on or before 30/9/2014.

MASINDE MULIRO UNIVERSITY OF SCIENECE AND TECHNOLOGY

DIRECTORATE OF OPEN, DISTANCE AND e-LEARNING (ODeL)

ONLINE PROGRAMMES OFFERED FROM SEPTEMBER, 2014



Eye on MMUST1. DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PHD) PROGRAMMES

Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction

Ph.D in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance Ph.D in Kiswahili

Ph.D in Peace and Conflict Studies

Ph.D in Conflict Management and Conflict Resolution Ph.D in History

Ph.D in Chemistry Ph.D in Disaster and Sustainable Development Ph.D in Religion

Ph.D in Pure Mathematics

Ph.D in Disaster Preparedness and Engineering Management

Ph.D in Education Planning and Mgt

Ph.D in Statistics Ph.D in Education Management and Policy Studies

Ph.D in Information Technology (on hold)

Ph.D in Applied Mathematics

Ph.D in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance

Ph.D in English (to begin in 2014-2015)

Ph.D in Mathematics Education

Ph.D in Economics and Management of Education

Ph.D in French (to begin 2014-2015

Ph.D in Environmental Biology

Ph.D in Medical Laboratory Science

Minimum qualifications: Masters Degrees or its equivalent from a recognized university in a relevant area of study. Fees 1st Semester 169,250, 2nd Semester 185,000/= 3rd Trimester 175,000/- Duration of study 3 years

2. MASTERS PROGRAMMES

MSc. Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance.

MSc. in Conflict Management and Resolution

MSc. Disaster Preparedness and Engineering Management

MSc. in Disaster Management and Sustainable Development

Master in Peace and Conflict Studies MSc. in Climate Change Adaptation and Sustainable Development

MSc. in Microbiology MSc. in Information Technology MSc. in Environmental Biology MSc. in Pure MathematicsMSc. in Applied Mathematics MSc. in StatisticsMSc. in Agric. Information & Comm. Management MSc. in Physics (suspended shortly)

MSc. in Industrial Engineering and Management MSc. in Water Resources Engineering

MSc. in Structural Engineering MSc. in ChemistryMSc. in Medical Parasitology M.A in Applied LinguisticsMaster of Business Administration (MBA) MSc. in Crop Protection

MSc. in Human Resource Management M.A in EconomicsM.Ed. in Educational Planning and Management

M.Ed in Educational Management and Policy Studies

M.Ed in Economics Education M.Ed in Guiding and Counselling M.Ed in Mathematics Education MSc. in Science Education M.Ed. in Curriculum Instruction Master of Arts in religionMasters In Diplomacy & International Relations

Masters in Industrial Engineering and Management

Masters in Arts in History M.Ed in KiswahiliM.A in Comparative Literature M.Ed in EnglishM.A In French (to begin in 2014- 2015 academic year) Med in Guiding and Counselling

MSc. in Molecular Biology MSc. in Agricultural Information an Communication Management

Minimum qualification: Bachelor Degree with 2nd Class Honors Upper Division or Bachelor Degree with 2nd Class Honors Lower Division with at least 2 years relevant experience or Bachelor Degree as above with a post graduate Diploma in a relevant field. Fees: 1st year Kshs. 157,750, 2nd year Kshs. 100,500. Duration 2 years (year one course work, year two research work by thesis)

3. GRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

Graduate Diploma in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance

Graduate Diploma in Disaster Management and Sustainable Development

Graduate Diploma in Conflict Management & Resolution

Graduate Diploma in Disaster Preparedness and Engineering Management

Graduate Diploma in Peace, Cohesion & Integration Studies

Graduate Diploma in Secondary Education PGDE

Graduate Diploma in Education LeadershipMinimum qualification; Bachelors degree in the relevant areas or any other qualifications that is recognized by the senate. Fees: Full programme fees 112,950 (Duration 2 semesters)

4. UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

DEGREE PROGRAMMEFEES Yearly (Kshs)

DEGREE PROGRAMME

FEES Yearly (Kshs.)

Bachelor of CommerceOptions: Accounting, Banking and Finance, BusinessManagement, Marketing, Risk and Insurance Mgt Purchasing and Supplies Mgt

120,000

BS.C in Nursing (Upgrading) – Distance Learning (At least C Plain at KCSE or Division III at EACE/KCE, diploma in nursing midwifery, community of KRCHN from a recognized institution or its equivalent)

210,000

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (upgrading) 210,000 BSc in Nursing (Direct Entry) 210,000

BSc. In health Records & Health Information Management (upgrading)

180,000 Bachelor of Science in Midwifery (Upgrading) 210,000

Bachelor of Science in Sugar Technology 110,000 Bachelor of Criminology 100,000

BSc. in Optometry & Vision Sciences

165,000 BSc. in Food Processing Technology 130,000

BSc. in Medical Laboratory Science (Direct Entry)BS.C in Medical Laboratory Science (Upgrading) weekend programme

165,000

165,000BSc. in Human Nutrition & Dietetics 130,000

BSc. in Health professions Education (Weekend programme) 100,000 Bachelor of Education

(Science) 100,000

BSc. in Health Record & Healthy Information Management (Direct Entry)

100,000 BSc. in Health Promotion & Sports Science 134,000

Bachelor of Education (Arts) 100,000 BSc. in Agriculture & Biotechnology 110,000

Bachelor of Social Work 100,000 BSc. in Agribusiness Management & Marketing 100,000

BSc. in (Primary Education) 100,000 Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education 100,000

Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) 100,000 Bachelor of Journalism &

Mass Communication 130,000

Bachelor of Science in renewable Energy and Biofuels Technology 100,000 Bachelor of Science in

Information Technology 125,000

Bachelor of Education (French) 100,000 Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) 100,000

Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) 100,000 Bachelor of Science (Physics) 110,000Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management & Conservation

100,000BSc. in Conservation and Management of Biological Resources

160,000

Bachelor Science (Biology) 100,000Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Communication Engineering

120,000

Bachelor of Science (Mathematics) 100,000

Bachelor of Disaster Management & International Diplomacy

120,000

BSc. Mechanical and Industrial Engineering 160,000

BSc. in Disaster Preparedness and Environmental Technology

Bachelor for Conflict Resolution and Humanitarian Assistance 120,000

BA in Literature Studies (to come in 2014-2015 academic year)

BSc. in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering 160,000

BA in Language studies (to come 2014-2015 academic year)



Eye on MMUSTBSc. in Disaster Mitigation and Sustainable development 120,000

BSc. in Disaster Preparedness and Technology Mgt 120,000

BSc. in Medical Laboratory Sciences (Upgrading) 165,000

Minimum requirements; Atleast C+ (plus)K.C.S.E for bachelor courses or C plain and are relevant Diploma or any other qualification recognized by the university senate. For bachelor of commerce; Minimum mean grade of C+ (plus) at KCSE and at least a C (Plain) in Mathematics, and C+(plus) in English or 2 Principal passes and one subsidiary at A level plus atleast a credit in English and Mathematics at O-level Or CPA/CPS part I Or Diploma in Business related discipline or CPA part 1 and (maybe admitted into first year) Or Higher Diploma in Business related discipline or CPA part III and above(may be admitted into secondary) 5. DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

DIPLOMA PROGRAMMEFees

Yearly (Kshs.)

DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

Fees Yearly (Kshs.)

Diploma in Disaster Management:Option: Environmental Impact Assessment, Programme Audit and Planning, Disaster Preparedness and Engineering Reconstruction, Conflict Management, Environmental Infrastructure, Engineering and Maintenance, Disaster Epidemiology and Health

90,000

Diploma in Business Management Options: Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Mgt, Marketing, Purchasing and Supplies Mgt.

90,000

Diploma in Ethics and Corruption Studies 90,000

Diploma in Public Relations and Creative Advertisement

90,000

Diploma in Information Technology 160,000Diploma in Criminology and Criminal Justice Minimum

75,000

Diploma in Social Work and Community Development 75,000 Diploma in Adult and

Non- Formal Education 75,000

Diploma in Sugarcane Agronomy 75,000Diploma in Engineering: Electrical & Electronics/Mechanical/civil & Structural Engineering

160,000

Diploma in computer Technology & E- Waste Management 160,000 Diploma in Projects

Management 90,000

Diploma in School Management – Atleast P1 from TTC 40,000 Diploma in Counselling

Psychology 75,000

Diploma in Primary Education 40,000 Diploma in Social Development 75,000

Diploma in French/English (to come 2014-2015 academic year)

Diploma in Kiswahili (to come 2014-2015 academic year)

Minimum requirements: At least C (plain) at K.C.S.E or its equivalent or any other qualification in the related field recognized by the University Senate. (Duration 2 years)

6. CERTIFICATE COURSES

CERTIFICATE COURSES Fees (Kshs)

CERTIFICATE COURSES

Fees (Kshs)

Certificate in Disaster Management Option: Environmental Impact Assessment, Programme Audit and Planning, Disaster Preparedness and Engineering Reconstruction, Conflict Management and Resolution, Emergency Planning and Disaster Management, Environmental Infrastructure, Engineering and Maintenance Disaster Epidemiology and Health Management

30,000

Certificate in Ethics and Corruption StudiesOptions: Corruption Prevention Methods, Corruption Research, Monitoring & Evaluation Framework, Corruption, Detection, Reporting and Legal Framework, Forensic Science, Banking Fraud & Money Laundering Investigations

30,000

Certificate in Business Management 30,000 Certificate in Adult and

Non-formal education 30,000

Certificate in Radio Broadcasting 30,000Certificate in Social Work and Community Development

30,000

Certificate in Global Education and Linkages 30,000 Certificate in Sugarcane

Agronomy 30,000

Certificate in Criminology and Criminal Justice 30,000 Certificate in Sugar

Technology 30,000

Certificate in Community Development 30,000 Certificate in Computer

Proficiency 30,000

Certificate in Environmental Infrastructure and Engineering Maintenance

30,000

Certificate in Environmental Infrastructure and Engineering Maintenance

30,000

Certificate in County Governance 35,000 30,000

Requirements: At least C- at K.C.S.E, KCE division 111 or its equivalent or any other qualification in the related field recognised by the university senate (Duration: 3 months)

7. OTHER SHORT COURSES CERTIFICATE

COURSES

FEES

(Kshs.)CERTIFICATE

COURSES

FEES

(Kshs.)

Certificate in Team Building and Life Skills Training

30,000Certificate in Advanced Management

30,000

Certificate in Innovation 30,000

Certificate in Leadership and professional Development

30,000

Certificate in Capacity Building in ICT and Pedagogy

30,000Certificate in Coaching Education

30,000

Certificate in aerobic instructions

30,000Certificate in Team Building and Life Skills Training.

30,000

Certificate in French for Beginners (to come soon)

Requirement; Minimum C- (minus) at K.C.S.E or KCE Division III or any other qualification recognized by the University Senate.

BRIDGING CERTIFICATE COURSEBridging in Mathematics, English and Chemistry. Minimum qualifications: Mean grade C (Plain) at KCSE and a grade between D+ and C (plain) inclusive in subject being bridged. Fees payable:- Ksh. 25,000 for bridging in the subject.

STUDY MODESApplicants may choose may choose from the following modes of study; Full time or regular (8am - 5pm), Part time ( Evening and Weekends), Modular / Distance Learning (April, August and December), School Based (on education programmes) / Institutional Based (on non education programmes). Besides we offer tailor made short courses aimed at career enhancement.

ONLINE APPLICATION PROCEDURESForms can be downloaded from MMUST website: www.mmust.ac.ke. or can also be collected from main campuses Kakamega, Bungoma, Kaimosi, Webuye, Mumias and Ebunangwe campuses or at our study centres at Nairobi, Bukura and Busia.

All applications duly completed must be accompanied by a deposit slip or bankers cheque as evidence of payment of a non-refundable fee payable at National Bank of Kenya 0100370554000 (for bridging, certificate diploma and undergraduate students) or Family Bank Ace. No. 78992536 (for Post graduate students). Application fees are as indicated below; Diploma and Certificate, programmes Kshs. 500/=, Bachelors Degree programmes Kshs. 1,000/=, Graduate Diploma programmes Kshs. 1,500/-, Masters & PhD. Degree programmes Kshs. 2,000/=



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