MMUST Receives Optometry Equipment Donation From Students Voluntary Optometry Service Humanity (SVOSH) to Support Clinical Training and Community Outreach Activities

The DVC, Academics and Student Affairs, Prof. Hussein Golicha, the Dean School of Public Health, Biomedical Sciences and Technology (SPHBST), Prof. Edwin Wamukoya together with Optometry team after receiving the donation.

Today, 28^th November, 2022, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology has received a donation of Optometry equipment from the Students Voluntary Optometry Service Humanity (SVOSH), MMUST Chapter. The donation which was earmarked for the Optometry Department is to support clinical training and Community Outreach Activities. The equipment of about Ksh. 700,000 included 300 reading glasses and 200 sunglasses.

MMUST Students Pursuing Security Intelligence Studies and Disaster Management Gain Hands on Skills as They Undertake Field Practicum

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) students pursuing a Diploma and Certificate in Security Intelligence Studies and Disaster Management have gained hands-on skills during a three-day field practicum in Budalangi. This is a compulsory practical component that is carried out as part of their learning program every Academic Year.

MMUST Exhibits Array of Innovations at the Kenya Health Care Science Innovation Challenge Annual Awards

The Director, Science Park Innovation and Incubation Centre, Prof. John Muoma explains a point to the Deputy President, H.E Hon. Rigathi Gachagua.

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) exhibited an array of innovations at the Kenya Health Care Science Innovation Challenge Annual Awards held on 25 and 26 November 2022 at the United States International University (USIU), Africa. This 1st Pharmaceutical Science of Kenya Healthcare Innovation Annual Challenge Award was aimed at providing a platform for innovators in academia and industry to showcase their innovation with the aim of identifying potential partners.

MMUST Hosts Inter-religious Council of Kenya-Kakamega Chapter to Discuss Possible Areas of Collaboration

MMUST team together with the delegation from the Inter-Religious Council of Kenya (IRCK)-Kakamega Chapter during the visit.

The Inter-Religious Council of Kenya (IRCK)-Kakamega Chapter on Tuesday, 22^nd November 2022, visited MMUST to discuss possible areas of collaboration. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Solomon Shibairo and DVC (Planning, Research and Innovation), Prof. Charles Mutai received the team, which was led by the Inter Faith Chairman of IRCK-Kakamega County, Bishop Olumasai Nicholas. The Inter-Religious Council of Kenya (IRCK) is a coalition of all major faith communities in Kenya that works together to deepen inter-faith dialogue and collaboration among members, for a common endeavour to mobilise the unique moral and social resources of religious people and address shared concerns.

MMUST Scholars Urged to Publish in Credible Journals and Conduct Top-notch Research to Boost University Webometrics Ranking

Prof. Solomon Shibairo with Webometrics Committee members after a one day workshop in Kisumu

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology’s scholars have been urged to publish in credible journals and conduct top-notch research to boost the University webometrics ranking. This was during the one-day Workshop held in Kisumu Hotel on Monday, 21^st November, 2022, which was organized by the MMUST Webometrics and Publishing Committee.

MMUST MOU With African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute Set to Intensify ICT Training and Research

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute (AFRALTI) in a bid to enhance ICT training and research. The MoU was signed on Tuesday, 22^nd November, 2022, by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Solomon Shibairo, and the Director, AFRALTI, Mr. William Baraza, on behalf of their respective institutions.

Scholars Showcase Efforts to Champion Resilient and Sustainable Systems for STEM Education During MMUST International Conference

Stakeholders at the STEMEIC 2022 Conference.

Scholars across the globe have showcased efforts to champion resilient and sustainable systems for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education. This was during the 3 to 18was graced by the University Chancellor, Dr. Peter Wanyaga Muthoka.

Expressing his delight, the Chancellor, noted that the conference is indeed a unique platform for the scholars to come together and shape the future of STEM Education in the Post Covid-19 Pandemic Era. He revealed that the University is keen on harnessing efforts to build strong STEM societies as part of its mandate in training the next generation.

MMUST Provides Capacity Building to Its Staff in Rolling Out Industry Driven Curriculum for the University’s TVET Institute

Vice Chancellor, Prof. Solomon Shibairo addressing the workshop participants.

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) has provided capacity building to its staff in rolling out industry driven curriculum for the University’s TVET Institute This was during a two-day Curriculum and Review workshop which was held on 17^th and 18^th November, 2022 at Golf Hotel- Kakamega. The aim of the training was to polish curriculum, occupational standards and assessment tools to meet the policies of TVETA. This workshop brought together stakeholders from diverse fields who deliberated on effective Curriculum Framework that aligns with Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET).