CURRICULUM VITAE

1) Name and Address

Joseph Wamocha Nasongo Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

Educational Foundations Department

P.O Box 190- 50100,

KAKAMEGA,

Tel. 056 27724

Fax. 05630153

Cell phone TEL.0722-420524

EMAIL: [email protected] , [email protected]

Place of Birth: County, Matete Sub county

Current Position: Senior Lecturer

2) PERSONAL INFORMATION Name: Joseph Wamocha Nasongo

AGE 52 years

I.D. Number: 9621144

Citizenship: Kenyan

Gender: Male

Languages: English, Kiswahili and Luhya

Religion: Christian

Marital Status: Married

3) Education UNIVERSITY: 2011 Doctor of Philosophy.

Title of thesis: “An analysis of feminist epistemology: Logical

Pedagogical implications to education in Kenya.”

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology.

2018 Master of Arts in Diplomacy and Foreign Policy (Executive). Moi

University. Thesis topic: ‘Terrorism and Counterterrorism

Measures. Kenya’s experience since 1998’.

1997: M.Ed (Philosophy of Education), Kenyatta University, School of

Education, Kenya. Thesis: “A philosophical examination

of views on education for Africa”.

1991 B.Ed. Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Education (Arts), History and Religious studies.

Upper second class Honors.

HIGH SCHOOL: High School, 1986-1987

K.A.C.E., 3 Principles, 1 Subsidiary – 15 points.

MAIN SUBJECTS: History, Christian Religious Education and Kiswahili

SECONDARY SCHOOL: Naitiri High school, 1982-1985

K.C.E., Division Two – 19 points.

PRIMARY SCHOOL: Makuselwa primary school, 1975-1981

C.P.E. 30 Points.

4. Academic Awards/Scholarships and Research funded projects

December 2017: Funded research project titled ‘Integrating Social Accountability

Within Tachoni Rites of Passage’. Funded by Ford Foundation

June 2012: Funded Research Project titled “Review of retirement benefits and

income regulations in Kenya” Funded by Retirement benefits

authority. ( Ksh. 3,000,000) through MMUST August 2004: Awarded a scholarship by the Higher Education Loans Board for

A Degree of doctor of philosophy, MMUST.

Nov. 2004 Sponsored by OSSREA to attend a two weeks training workshop

In social science research methodology- Nairobi Kenya.

January 1993: Awarded a scholarship to pursue master of education degree at

Kenyatta University, in the Department of Educational

Foundations.

5. Short Courses/Training

17th -21st September 2018: Mediation Training Institute International East Africa, Nairobi

Kenya. Trained and graduated to become Certified Professional

Mediator

4th- 15th June 2018: Eastern and Southern African Management Institute, Arusha

Tanzania. Undertook Modern Management Programme

19th-23rd March 2018: Five Day Corporate Governance Training Course for Directors in

Mombasa, Kenya. By Center for Corporate Governance

15th-17th November 2017 FOME Symposium on freedom of media in the light of fake news.

Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Berlin Germany

26th -27th January 2016: Risk Management Workshop by The Institute of Risk Management,

at Lake Simba Lodge

6th -8th April 2016: Institute of Internal Auditors Kenya, Enterprise risk management

workshop, , Kenya

15th- 26th February 2016: Accounting and Finance for Non -Finance Officers Programme.

Eastern and Southern African Management Institute, Kampala,

Uganda

24th-26th June 2015: Certificate of Continuing Professional Education at the 13th annual

internal audit conference, Mombasa, Kenya 23rd-25th September 2015: Certificate of continuing professional education at the Board Audit

Committee & Workshop Retreat, Diani, Kenya

3rd-6th April 2014: Training of Trainers (ToT) Workshop conducted by the Center for Parliamentary Studies and Training (CPST), at Lukenya Getaway, .

5. Countries Visited on Study Tours

Germany, Netherlands, Ethiopia, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia

6. Employment Record:

August 2018- Present: Senior Lecturer, Dept of Educational Foundations, MMUST upon

resumption from leave of absence

August 2014- August 2018: Commissioner, National Cohesion and Integration Commission,

Kenya

April 2013- Dec. 2013 Senioir Lecturer: on sabbatical Leave at the Marist International

University College Nairobi, Kenya.

Position: 2009; Senior Lecturer, Department of educational foundations

September 2003-2009 : Lecturer, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

Department of Educational Foundations

October 1999 – August 2003: Lecturer, Maseno University

Sept. 1994 to March 1998: Senior Teacher, Ebusiloli Secondary School, ,

Kenya

May 1991 to Jan. 1993 Assistant Teacher, Moi High School, Kabartonjo

Baringo County, Kenya

7. Administrative Activities

August 2014 – August 2018: Commissioner, National Cohesion and Integration Commission,

Kenya. Duties: Commission policy making, oversight and leading

teams in practical implementation of commission’s programs

including research and dissemination of findings to the public

Nov. 2007- August 2011 Chairman, Educational Foundations Department

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

August 2010- October 2010: Ag. Dean Faculty of Education and Social Sciences

Nov. 2006- October 2007 Coordinator, Educational Foundations

Sept.2003- October 2006 Chairman, department of Educational Foundations’

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology.

July 2001- August 2003 Chairman, Educational Foundations department,

Maseno University

1995-1998 Deputy Headteacher, Ebusiloli Secondary School 8. External examiner: 2013- 2017: Kabianga University, dept. of Educational Foundations

2017 April to date: Kibabii University, dept. of Educational Foundations

9. Research grants and scholarship awards

a) Nov. 2017: IIE Research grant from Ford Foundation to undertake study on ‘Integrating Social Accountability within Rites of Passage of the Tachoni Community- Lugari Sub-

county, , Kenya’.

b) 1993: Scholarship for M.Ed in philosophy of education by Kenyatta University

c) 2004: Scholarship for PhD studies awarded by Higher Education Loans board

d) 2012: Research grant Ksh. 3,000,000 by Retirement Benefits Authority to undertake

research on review of retirement benefits regulations and income tax regulations in

Kenya 10. Research/Consultancies and Field Experience

Nov 2017- May 2018: Principal investigator of research project titled ‘Integrating

Social Accountability within Rites of Passage of the Tachoni Community- Lugari

Sub- county, Kakamega County, Kenya’. Funded by Ford Foundation

Feb. 2012- August 2013: Principal investigator of Research project funded by The

Retirement Benefits Authority. Topic: ‘Review of retirement benefits

regulations and income tax regulations in Kenya’

2008- 2010 PhD Research and thesis writing on topic “An analysis of Feminist

Epistemology: Logical pedagogical implications for education in Kenya. Sept. 2008 – Feb.2010 Researcher in MMUST-SNV funded research on “The

Impact of violent conflict on Basic Education in Mt. Elgon Region”.

January 2010-april 2010: Kenya Transition Initiative project “Inter religious

Forum. Facilitator and evaluator in the dialogue on proposed

new constitution, . Sponsored by USAID

March2010- May 2010 : Kenya Transition Initiative project. Western Province

Women leaders Forum leaders Forum on Proposed New

Constitution. A civic education initiative covering the 24

Constituencies. Facilitator and evaluator. Sponsored by

USAID

January 14th-15th 2010: Participated as an expert in reviewing the curriculum for use by the project titled `strengthening non-state actors` capacities to prevent and resolve conflicts`` held at St. Anna guest house, , Kenya. Project Co-funded by the European Union in partnership with strengthening Non-state actors` capacities to prevent and resolve conflicts``. KAS/CJPC/MERA/CIAG- K.

June 2010 Western Province leaders Voter mobilization strategies

A workshop held at Golf Hotel Kakamega, Kenya. A KTI

project, sponsored by USAID.

March- June 2004 Action based research on the factors responsible for poor K.C.S.E academic standards in Lugari district- Kenya. Sponsored by D.E.B

October 1993-July 1996: Kenyatta University: Research for the writing of M.Ed. Thesis

titled “A philosophical examination of views on Education for Africa”

11. Publications a) Publications before promotion to Senior Lecturer

1. (2008). “The motivational strategies used by headteachers in academic

achievement in secondary schools in Vihiga district Kenya” With Musungu L.L

and Achoka J.S.K. in Problems of Education in the 21st Century Journal Vol. 8,

2008. pp. 79-89. ISSN 1822-7864.

2. (2008). “The head teacher’s instructional role in academic achievement in

secondary Schools in Vihiga district, Kenya”. With Musungu L.L. In Educational

Research and Reviews Journal. Vol. 3(10) pp.316-323 October 2008. ISSN No.

1990-3839

3. (2008). “An Analysis of Nyerere’s views on the ideal education and its implications to contemporary education in Kenya”. In JSTEM Vol.2, Nos 1&2, 2008 4. (2009). “Is Forgiveness and Amnesty a Panacea to Kenya’s Post-Coflict Crisis?” With Achoka, J.S and Musungu L.L. In African Journal of Political Science and

International Relations. April, 2009.pp 122-132. ISSN NO. 1996-0832

5. (2009). “The implications of Nyerere's theory of education to contemporary Education in Kenya”With, Musungu, L.L. In Educational Research and Reviews journal. April 2009. Vol.4 no. 4 pp. 111-116. ISSN 1990-3839 6. (2009). “ Equity and access to university education through higher Loans in district Kenya.” With Wachiye H.J, in Educational Research and Reviews Journal Vol.4 No.10 pp.475-489, October 2009. ISSN 1990-3839 7. (2009) “Role of Head teacher in academic achievement in secondary schools in Vihiga district.”With Wamocha LL.M. Current Research Journal of Social Sciences.October, 2009 8. (2009). “Philosophical reflections and Curricula development: addressing the challenges of ethnicity and development in Kenya”. With Buchere, P.B and Musungu, L.L. In educational research and reviews journal,1(3) 84-92, November, 2009. ISSN No. 2041- 3246

BOOK CHAPTER

9. (2008) Book chapter “A critical reflection on Luigi Giussani’s views on the role of

authority in Education” In Education and Reality: Reflections on Luigi

Giussani’s book The risk of Education. Edited by P. Sanna et. Al.

Nairobi: Published by AVSI and Kenyatta university ISBN no. 9966-7333-0-2 b) Publications since promotion to Senior Lecturer

10. (2010) “The use of etiquette vocabulary among boys and girls in the English discourse in Kenyan secondary schools.” With Adram G. & Wamocha L.L.M. In Current research Journal of social sciences 2(1): pp. 1-6. January, 2010. ISSN 2041-3246 11. (2010).“ Access to secondary school education through the Constituency Bursary Fund in Kanduyi constituency, Kenya”. With Wachiye Herman. In educational research and reviews. Vol. 5 (5), pp. 224-236, May, 2010. ISSN 1990-3839

12. (2010).“Effect of socialization with regard to gender roles on students’ academic achievement in secondary schools in Kisii Central District, Kenya”. With Nyatuka Benerd. In Current research journal of social sciences 2(6): pp. 327-333, 2010. December 2010. ISSN 2041-3246 13. (2011).“The Effect of Class Size on Classroom Interaction During Mathematics Discourse in the Wake of Free Primary Education: A Study of Public Primary Schools in Municipality”. With Eunice K. Majanga & V.K. Sylvia. Current Research Journal of Social Sciences 3(1): 44- 49, 2011. ISSN: 2041-3246 14. (2011).“Influence of Teachers’ and Students’ Attitudes Towards Performance in Shorthand in Technical Training”. With Sylvia K. V & E. Majanga . Current Research Journal of Social Sciences 3(2): 59-65, 2011. ISSN: 2041-3246. 15. (2011). “The Implications of Management of Visiting Days on Discipline in Boarding Secondary Schools in Lugari District, Kenya”. With B.K. Ludeshi & S. Obaki. In Current Research Journal of Social Sciences 3(3): 146-151, 2011. ISSN: 2041-3246 16. (2011). “An Analysis of Radical Feminism: Logical Pedagogical Implications to Contemporary Education in Kenya”. With Shiundu J.O and Onkware K. Journal of Education and Social Sciences. Volume 1, Issue no. 1 (pp.84-97). ISSN no. 2223-490X 17. (2011). “Reflections on Religious Foundations of Women Denigration in Society”. With Lydiah Wamocha and Juma Injendi. Journal of Education and Social Sciences. Vol.1 Issue no. 2. (pp.89- 94). ISSN no. 2223-490X 18. (2012). “The Extent and Panacea for Drug Abuse and Indiscipline in Kenyan Schools”. With Masese Alice and Lewis Ngesu in Asian Journal of Medical Sciences. February, 2012. Vol. 4 (1) pp. 29-36. ISSN. 2040-8773 19. (2012). “Intervention Measures in Conflict Management in Boarding Secondary Schools in Western Province, Kenya”. With Lydiah W.M and Injendi J. In Current Research Journal of Social Sciences. March 2012. Vol. 4(2) pp.103-108. ISSN no. 2041-3246. 20. (2012). “An analysis of liberal feminism: Logical pedagogical implications to contemporary pedagogy in Kenya”. With Lydiah M. Wamocha. In International Journal of Disaster Management and Risk Reduction (IJDMRR). 1st Online Edition. Vol.4, issue 1.ISSN:1992- 2744(http://ijdmrr.info/) 21. With Masese A, Ombati V.O, Mokua O. (2012). “The Vanishing Generation: HIV/AIDS and Child Headed Households in Kenya”. Asian Journal of Medical Sciences. Vol.4, Issue (2). ISSN no. 2040-8773 22. (2013) “Tutor Competence and its Effect on Quality of Teacher Preparation in Emerging Private Primary Teacher Training Colleges in - Kenya”. With Sarah,L & S. Mutsotso. Journal of Education and Practice www.iiste.org Vol.4, No.2. ISSN 2222-1735 (Paper) ISSN 2222-288X 23. (2013) “The Adequacy of Instructional Materials and Physical Facilities and their Effects on Quality of Teacher Preparation in Emerging Private Primary Teacher Training Colleges in Bungoma County,Kenya”. With Sarah L. & S. Mutsotso. International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Volume 2 Issue 1, India Online ISSN: 2319‐7064. 24. (2018) ‘The effectiveness of Kenya’s counterterrorism measures since 1998’. International Journal of Research Science and Management. ISSN:2349-5197 25. (2019) “Determine the extent to which there is trust between the reintegrated members and community members in Mount Elgon region, Kenya”. With Lydiah Wamocha. Published by International Journal of Scientific and Research Publications, Volume 9, Issue 11, November 2019 . ISSN 2250-315 . pp. 513-519 26. (2020) ‘Bottlenecks to the demobilization and disarmament of former combatants’ process in Mt. Elgon region, Kenya’. With Lydiah Wamocha. International Journal of science and research (IGSR) VOL.9 ISSUE 4, April 2020. ISSN 1279-1287 27. (2020) ‘ Determine the process of reintegration of former combatants in Mt. Elgon Kenya’. With Lydiah Wamocha. International Journal of Engineering Technology Research and Management(IJETRM). Volume (04) Issue(4) Aptil 2020. ISSN: 2456:9348

BOOK CHAPTER

28. (2017) ‘An Analysis of Nelson Mandela’s Philosophy of Education’. With Mukonyi P. & Nyatuga B. Chapter in Nelson Mandela: Comparative perspectives of his significance for education. Edited by Soudien C. Sense Publishers. ISBN: 978946300972

29. (2012). “Could Forgiveness and Amnesty be a Panacea for Kenya’s Post-Election Conflict Era?” With Achoka J.S.K & Wamocha L.M. Chapter in Managing Conflicts in Africa’s Democratic Transitions. Edited by Adebayo A.G. Lexington books 1-800-462-6420. www.lexingtonbooks.com . Forthcoming September, 2012 30. (2013). “Pedagogical Implications of Critical Thinking in the Teaching of Ethics Education: The case of Ethics and Corruption Studies at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya”. With Buchere,P.B in New Horizons in Pedagogy.Edited by Kabaji, E, Simala I & Nasongo J.W. Masinde Muliro University. ISBN: 978-9966-1727-1-6 31. (2013) Co-Editor, New Horizons in Pedagogy. With Kabaji, E & Simala E. Published by Masinde Muliro University. 978-9966-1727-1-6 BOOK/MONOGRAPH

32. With Lydiah Wamocha (2012). Feminist epistemological implications to pedagogy. The case of pedagogy in Kenya. Lambert Academic Publishing. ISBN 978-3-659-11073-3 33. With Lydiah Wamocha (2012). Punishment as strategy for conflict management in secondary schools: The case of Kenya. Lambert Academic Publishing. ISBN 978-3-659-11072-6 34. With Lydiah Wamocha (2012). A critical analysis of views on the ideal education for Africa: Reflections on perspectives of four theorists. Lambert Academic Publishing. ISBN 978-3-659- 15720-2 35. With Lydiah Wamocha (2012). The head teacher’s role in the academic achievement of students. The case of secondary schools in Kenya. Lambert Academic Publishing. ISBN 978-3659-14721- 0 36. With Beatrice Ameyo & Samuel Obaki (2012). Visiting Days in Boarding Secondary Schools. A case of Lugari District, Western Kenya. Lambert Academic Publishing. ISBN 978-3-659-17642- 5

BOOK REVIEWS

1. Reviewed Kamenju, J. and Okoth, P.G’s book. Power Play and Policy in Kenya: An Interdisciplinary Discourse. Nairobi: SRIC and Oakland Books, 2006, 446 pages. JSTEM Vol. 2, Nos. 1 and 2, 2008

11. Supervision of Graduate students.

a) Doctor of Philosophy 1. Vundi Sylvia Kanyaa. PhD- (2015) .Topic: “Effect of socialization of student council members on conflict management in secondary schools in Kenya”. (MMUST)

b) Masters students

1) 2011: Beatrice Kamonya Ludeshi – MED.(2011)

Thesis topic: “Management of visiting days: Implications on discipline in boarding

Secondary schools in Lugari District- Kenya”. Department of Educational Planning and

Management. MMUST

2) Berita Singoro- MED. (2012).Topic: “Assessment of the Integration of Information Communication Technology in Secondary School Management in Bungoma County, Kenya”. Department of Educational Planning and Management, MMUST 3) Sarah Likoko- MED.(2012). Topic : “The implications of the emergence of Private primary teachers’ training colleges on the quality of teacher education in

Western province- Kenya”. Department of educational planning and management,

MMUST

4) Shitsetswa E. Ayub. MBA.(2012).Topic: “Effect of employee empowerment on primary school teachers’ performance in kakamega central district, Kenya”. MMUST

5. Obanda Andrew Owiye. MBA. ( 2014) “Effects of reforms in the co-operatives sector on corporate governance in SACCOS in Kakamega county. MMUST 6. Ruth Jechirchir Songok Med. 2013. “Secondary School Teachers’ Perception of Philosophical Foundations of Environmental Education for Sustainability in Kenya”. MMUST. 7. Ingosi Duncan Ababu M.Ed(2015). Thesis title: ‘Implications of Parents and Teachers involvement in Students’ academic achievement in public secondary schools in Teso South district, Kenya’. Mount Kenya University 8. Tundo Lucheli M Ed.(2015). “Implications of Instructional leadership on academic performance in secondary schools in Kakamega North sub-county, Kakamega county, Kenya”. Mount Kenya University

11(b) M.Ed Thesis Examined as Internal Examiner

1. (2012) : Sikolia Laban Welakoko ( EDG/G/01/08) M. Ed Thesis titled “Effect of Student’s Strikes On Academic Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Kenya”. 2. (2012): Jane Lillian Kundu (MBA/G/28/08) M.Ed thesis titled “An evaluation of reward systems and its effects on the retention of teaching staff in public universities in Kenya 3. (2011) Mukabi Irene Musumba (EDC/G/07/07). M.ed Thesis Titled “ Assesment of Income Generating Projects in Public Secondary Schools” 4. (2011) Esther Nthambi Sila (Edg/g/11/08). M.Ed Thesis titled “ Influence of parenting styles on learner’s self-concept and academic performance in Kakamega East District” 5. (2013) Readon Luchivya Raszaq. Role of support groups in enhancing academic achievement of vulnerable primary school pupils in Kenya 6. (2013)Rebecca Catherine Nafula (EPM/G/36/2008). Thesis title “Factors influencing students’ academic performance in Girls’ secondary schools in Bungoma south district, Kenya.

c) Thesis Examined as External Examiner

1. Roselindah Kwamboka Mararia. M.ED (2014) Thesis title “Application of deontological

ethical theory on the performance of school heads in Day public primary schools in

Nyamache division- , Kenya”. Kisii University

2. Edward O. Okanda. MED thesis. REG. NO. EM 17/00197/11. “Nyerere’s Philosophy of education and its relevance to university education: A case study of Kisii University’. Kisii University 3. Sigei Kipyegon John. REG NO. PAC/PGC/006/10. MED thesis titled “Determinants of transition rates of boys from public primary schools to secondary education in Sotik sub county of county”. University of Kabianga. 4. Muia Zippora Mutinda. MED thesis. REG NO. PAC/PGC/009/11 thesis titled “Teacher related factors affecting the implementation of early childhood development education in municipality, . University of Kabianga 12. Journal editing and reviews 1. Technical editor, Current research journal of social sciences, Maxwell Science Journals

http://www.maxwellsci.com

2. Assistant editor in chief, Journal of Education and Social Sciences, MMUST (2010-2013)

3. Reviewed several articles for publication in refereed journals

13. Conferences / Seminars/ Workshops

June 13th 2018: Presented Key note address titled ‘Cultural Diversity, Corporate Governance and

National Development’ at the 3rd International Conference, Kibabii University.

November 16th- 17th 2017: Presented a paper at the Forum Media and Development ( FoME ) in

Berlin Germany. Topic ‘Fake News’. Symposium organized by

International Cooperation of Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) ,Germany.

April 3rd – 6th 2014: Attended a Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop organized by the Center for

Parliamentary Studies and Training(CPST) held at Lukenya Getaway Resort

Topics included: Adult Learning, Skills, Training methodologies, Facilitation

skills, Design and delivery of technical content, developing common standards

and approaches for training

Dec. 3rd- Dec.4th 2012: Attended OSSREA Kenya Chapter conference held at Moi University,

Kenya

SEPTEMBER 2nd -5th, 2012: With Philip Buchere presented paper titled “Curriculum thinking

(CT) in the teaching and learning of ethics education: A case study of ethics

and corruption studies at Masinde Muliro University of Science and

Technology, Kenya” at the international conference on bioethics

education. Venue: Tiberias, Israel

JUNE 24-26th 2009 Workshop on fire disasters preparedness and mitigation

Organized by Center for Disaster Management and

Humanitarian Assistance (CDMHA) MMUST. Nov. 2008 With Achoka J. and Msungu L. W. Presented paper at the Faculty

of Arts workshop, Egerton university

Title: The Forgiveness option in Kenya’s post conflict era.

May 29-31st, 2008 With Achoka, J. Presented paper at the Kenya Episcopal Conference

held at Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) May, 2008.

Title: The forgiveness dilemma in Kenya’s post conflict era.

July 27-28th 2007 Presented a paper at the Risk of freedom in tertiary Colleges and

institutes of higher learning in Kenya workshop, July 2007,

at Kenyatta University. Paper title: A critical reflection on Luigi

Giussani’s views on the role of authority in education.

October11th-14th 2006 Presented a paper at the Center for Disaster Management and

Humanitarian Assistance international conference. Paper titled

“Emerging threats of terrorism in the world today, a Kenya

Experience”

October 2005 presented a paper at the ATWS- (Association of Third World

Studies) conference. Title of paper “A critical reflection on

Appropriate pedagogy for African renaissance”

April 10th-14th 2005 Attended the 6th Pan African Social Work Conference, Nairobi, Kenya.

October 2004 presented a paper at the OSSREA Kenya chapter conference.

Title of paper “A critical reflection on pedagogy for social

Change and development. Kisumu city, Kenya.

Nov-Dec, 2003 Participated in OSSREA workshop on Social Science Research

Methodology training for two weeks. Nairobi, Kenya.

September 26th-28th 2002 Presented a paper titled" a critical reflection on the rationale

for the concept of inclusive education" at the first international

Conference on inclusive education in Kenya, held at Kisumu city- Kenya.

SEPTEMBER 2001 Organized departmental workshop to develop M.Ed. program

Held at New Karibu Hotel Mbale.

May 24TH 2001 Organized and participated in a Christian Union patrons

training seminar held at New Karibu hotel-Mbale-

Kenya. Presented a paper on "a responsible Christian teacher".

April 25th-27th 2001 Proposal writing workshop held by IRPS – Maseno

University. (Capacity Building)

May 2000, Partnership in University Teacher Education Forum Workshop

organized by Teaching Practice Center-Maseno University.

March 1998: Participated in regular seminars held by IRPS (Institute of

Research and Postgraduate Studies) Maseno University.

April, 1996-April, 1997: Association of Christian Teachers Conferences held

At Kenya High School, Nairobi.

April, 1994: “Comparative Education Society of Kenya (CESK) Conference on

Education for Democracy”, Duduville, Nairobi, Kenya.

August 1993: Seminar on” Gender and Education”, KESI- Nairobi, Kenya.

April 1993: Educational Research Network in Kenya. Conference held at Fair

View Hotel, Nairobi, Kenyaon “Education and Democracy”.

14. Membership to Professional Organizations/Associations

1. Member, Organization of Social Science Research in Eastern Africa ( OSSREA)

2. Association of Disaster Management and Conflict Resolution of Kenya

3. Association of Third World Studies (ATWS)

15. Community Social Responsibilities a) Member, District education Board, Matete District, Kakamega County (2010 to 2013) b) Chairman, Board of Management, St. Mukasa Secondary school Chimoi : (2005 to 2015), St. Mukasa Girls (2014-Present). Member, Friends School Matete Board of Governors. October 2010 to 2013 and board member, Friends Kivaywa secondary school, (2011 to 2018)

REFEREES:

Prof. KENNEDY ONKWARE

Center for Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance

Masinde Muliro University off Science and Technology

P.O 190, KAKAMEGA

EMAIL:[email protected]

Dr. Juda Ndiku

Executive Dean, School of Education

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology

P.O Box 190-50100

KAKAMEGA, KENYA

EMAIL: [email protected]

Hon. Francis Ole Kaparo

P, O Box 108-10400,

NANYUKI, KENYA

EMAIL: [email protected]