LUCY W. NGIGE, PHD 1.0 PERSONAL INFORMATION Name: Lucy W. Ngige. Ph. D Designation: Senior Lecturer School Applied Human Sciences Department: Community Resource Management & Extension Specialization: Family and Child Ecology Address: Kenyatta University Postal Code: P.O. Box 43844 Nairobi 0100 Kenya Telephone [254]-020 8711622 ext.57140 (office) Fax: [254]-020 8711575 Cell-phone: [254]-0721548323, [254]-0734169731 E-Mail: [email protected] [email protected] 2.0 EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS 2.1 Academic Qualifications 1993: PHD (Family & Child Ecology), Michigan State University, East Lansing, USA. 1985: M.A. (Family & Child Ecology), Michigan State University, East Lansing, USA. 1981: B. Ed. (First Class Honors), University of Nairobi, Kenya. 2.2 Professional Courses 2014 Certificate of Completion of Teaching Methodology Course organized by Kenyatta University, Centre for Teaching Excellence and Evaluation. 2013 Certificate of Participation in the International Conference on Reconceptualizing Early Childhood Education awarded by RECE and Kenyatta University. 2012 Certificate of participation in the International Conference on Gender Based Violence awarded by Kenyatta University. 1 2008 Certificate of participation in the 12th International Biennial Conference on Adolescence awarded by the Society for Research in Adolescence, Chicago, USA. 2004 Certificate of participation in the 66th International Annual Conference of the National Council of Family Relations (NCFR) in Orlando, Florida, USA. 2003 Certificate in Good Corporate Governance for Senior University Managers awarded by Directorate of Personnel Management and Anti-Corruption Police Unit, Kenya. 2001 Certificate in Management Development for Women Managers in the Public Service awarded by Ford Foundation (USA) and Directorate of Personnel Management, Kenya. 1993 Proficiency courses in computer software packages at Lansing Community College, Michigan: USA. 1991 Certificate in Management Communication for Development awarded by Management Training and Development Institute, Washington, D.C., USA. 3.0 EMPLOYMENT HISTORY 2002 to Date: Senior Lecturer, Department of Community Resource Management and Extension, Kenyatta University. 1988-2002: Lecturer, Department of Family and Consumer Sciences, K.U 1986-1988: Assistant Lecturer/Tutorial Fellow, Department of Home Economics, K.U. 1981-1985: Lecturer, St. John’s Teachers College, Kilimambogo, Kenya. 2 4.0 ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITY 4.1 Administrative Positions at Kenyatta University 2014: Board of Undergraduate Studies Member, School of Applied Human Sciences 2014: International Linkages Committee Member, School of Applied Human Sciences 2013: Publications Committee member, School of Applied Human Sciences 2013: Library Committee member, School of Applied Human Sciences 2010-2013 Member, Editorial Board of The African Journal of Applied Human Sciences (AJAHS) 2012-2013: Appointed Staff Mentor for University Mentoring Program 2008-2012: Chairman, School Board of Undergraduate Studies, School of Applied Human Sciences. 2006 to1012: Chairman, Departmental Board of Postgraduate Studies, Department of Community Resource Management and Extension. 2009: Acting Chairman, Department of Community Resource Management & Extension. 2008: Appointed Committee Member, Environmental Governance for K.U. 2007: Appointed Team Leader, University Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) for the School of Environmental Studies and Human Sciences. 2007: Appointed Committee Member of Portland State University Study Abroad Program 2003-2006: Member of the 4th Kenyatta University Council, served on 4 committees namely: Terms of Service Staff Appeals Honorary Degrees Sealing Committee 2003-2005: Coordinator, Institute of Applied Human Sciences. 3 2004-2006: Chairman, Department of Textiles, Family and Consumer Sciences. 2000-2004: Chairman, Department of Family and Consumer Sciences. 2002-2004: Member of the Management Board, School of Pure and Applied Sciences. 2003: Member of the Students’ Election Appeals Committee 2002: Acting Director, Center for International Linkages and Programs. 2000-2001: Acting Dean, School of Applied Human Sciences. 1996-1999: Chairman, Faculty Board of postgraduate studies 1996: Deputy Dean of Students: Women Affairs 1995: Departmental Coordinator for postgraduate diploma in education 4.2 Administrative Positions at Other Institutions 1981-1984: Head of Department, Home Economics, St. Johns, Teachers’ College, Kilimambogo, Kenya. 1995-1998: National Vice-Chairman of Child Welfare Society of Kenya. 5.0 FELLOWSHIPS 1984-1985: African Fellowship Graduate Program (AFGRAD) award by USAID for a two-year study for a Masters degree at Michigan State University, USA. 1989-1993: Thomas Jefferson Fellowship Award by USAID for a 4-year doctoral program at Michigan State University, USA. 6.0 POSTGRADUATE SUPERVISION 6.1: PHD SUPERVISION 6.1.1 COMPLETED PHD THESES 4 2014 Joan N. Muriithi (H87/12197/2009). Assessment of the severity of intimate partner violence on women survivors in selected shelter homes in Kenya. PHD Thesis, Kenyatta University. Phoebe D. Ndayala. (H87/12198/2009). Determinants of HIV self disclosure to sexual partners by sero-positive adults in selected HIV support groups in Nairobi, Kenya. PHD Thesis, Kenyatta University. 2013 Jane N. Kieru (H87/12013/2009). Assessment of factors associated with self-efficacy in HIV prevention among people living with HIV/AIDS in Thika, Kenya. PHD Thesis, Kenyatta University. 2009 Isabella W. Wandaka. (H87/15723/2005). Challenges and opportunities faced by women entrepreneurs for industrial growth in micro and small textile enterprises in Nairobi, Kenya. PHD Thesis, Kenyatta University. Teresa B. Mwoma. (E83/10940/2006). Paternal involvement and children’s performance at preschool: A case of the Abagusii of Gucha district, Kenya. Internal Examiner, PHD Thesis, Kenyatta University. 2008 Florence W. Wamunga. (I84/7027/2003). Evaluation of street children’s rehabilitation programs in Uasin Gichu district, Kenya. PHD Thesis, Kenyatta University. Grace N. Msangi. (N85/15102/2004). Challenges and opportunities faced by women educational entrepreneurs in the management and Operation of independent private schools in Himo district, Tanzania. PHD Thesis, Kenyatta University. Susan M. Wanyaga (2008). Factors that influence purchase of clothing among adolescents in Nakuru district, Kenya. A comparative study of rural and urban adolescents. External Examiner. PHD thesis, Egerton University. 2007 Gladwell N. Wambiri. (E23/7725/2002). Factors contributing to caregivers behaviours with print and chidren’s emergent reading development in Thika district, Kenya. PHD Thesis, Kenyatta University. 2004 5 Alice B. Akunga. (H87/7740/2002). Application of community participation paradigm in the care of children orphaned by HIV/AIDS in Kibera slums, Nairobi, Kenya. PHD Thesis, Kenyatta +University. 2003 Alice N. Ondigi. (2003). Factors influencing pre-natal health status among women attending pre-natal clinics in selected low-income areas of Nairobi, Kenya. Internal Examiner, PHD Thesis, Kenyatta University. 6.1.2 ONGOING PHD RESEARCH 2013 Christine W. Njuguna. (H87/21042/2012). Predictors of Youth livelihood Outcomes among Youths in Kamukunji Constituency, Nairobi County, Kenya. PHD proposal, Kenyatta University. Rose W. Nyakwea. (H60/10309/2007). Assessment of factors associated with sustainability of rural household renewable energy in Nyandarua County, Kenya. PHD proposal, Kenyatta University. Damaris A. Shihundu. (H87/13647/2009). Assessment of the psycho-social wellbeing of children affected by HIV/AIDS in Thika, Kiambu County. PHD proposal, Kenyatta University. 6.2 MASTERS SUPERVISION 6.2.1 COMPLETED MASTERS THESES 2014 Jane N. Nderitu. (H60/CE/12181/2009). Assessment of social-economic contribution of youth groups to community development in Tetu Sub-County, Nyeri County, Kenya. M.Sc. Thesis, Kenyatta University. 2012 Rose W. Nyakwea. (H60/10309/2007). Assessment of rural household energy access, utilization and sustainability in Nyandarua district, Kenya. M.Sc. Thesis, Kenyatta University. 6 Beatrice K. Icheria. (H60/10722/2008). Household food insecurity and coping strategies among small-scale farmers in Tharaka district, Kenya. M.Sc. Thesis, Kenyatta University. Veronica W. Kamau. (H60/10169/2007). Evaluation of the adoption of apparel computer aided design technology training of clothing, textiles and apparel degree programs in selected public universities in Kenya. M.Sc. Thesis, Kenyatta University. Ann Kwamboka (H60/10470/2008). Evaluation of human and technical resources in technical training institutes in Kenya. M.Sc. Thesis, Kenyatta University. Margaret A. Muoki (E55/7998/1996). Effects of dietary intake and hygienic practices on nutritional status of children under five years in Mukuru Nyayo slums, Nairobi. Internal Examiner. M.Sc. Thesis, Kenyatta University. Moses K. Saranta. (C50/7484/2002). Diversification of livelihood strategies among Kenyan pastoral communities: The case of Isiria Maasai of Lolgorien division, Transmara district, Kenya. Internal Examiner. M.Sc. Thesis, Kenyatta University. 2011 Christine W. Njuguna. (H60/10466/2008). Analysis of poverty alleviation initiatives among small-scale farmers in rural Naivasha, Kenya. M.Sc. Thesis, Kenyatta University. Lawrence K. Wangombe. (H60/10028/2007). Assessment of the linkages between hospitality training and job performance in 4-and 5-Star hotels in Nairobi. M.Sc.