Daystar University Wins International Research Grant to Study Shakahola horror
The competitive grant was awarded by the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) to a team of researchers led by Prof. Laban Ayiro, the Vice Chancellor. The other researchers are Prof. Egara Kabaji, Dr. Caroline Ayuya Muaka, and Dr. Martin Munyao.
BBC Journalist interact with Communication students
On Thursday 10th August, 2023, Senior Lead Presenter with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), and current MA student at Daystar University, Mr. Waihiga Mwaura, along with BBC Digital Producer and Photojournalist, Mr. Jason Mwangi who is also a Daystar alumnus spent the day at Daystar University Nairobi Campus sharing their experiences with communication students. They were invited by Mr. Nelson Mapesa, a lecturer in the School of Communication.
Daystar University Peace & International Studies Students Association Relaunched
Daystar University Peace & International Studies Students Association (DUPISSA) has been relaunched. The event, held on August 9, 2023 at Nairobi Campus DAC Auditorium was combined with a debate on the topic: China’s growing influence in Africa.
Prof. Ayiro appointed to editorial board of prestigious academic journal
Daystar University Vice Chancellor Prof. Laban Ayiro, has been appointed to the Board of Christian Higher Education (CHE). This is a prestigious high impact International Journal of Research, Theory, and Practice. More glorifying is that this is a Taylor & Francis title! The journal serves and intentionally supports Christ-centered higher education and is known as the “go to” outlet for empirical studies of Christian colleges and universities.
Missionary Nurse talks to Nursing students
A missionary nurse, David Rondeau, visited Daystar University on Monday July 31 to talk to nursing students. David was hosted by HoD Nursing, Mrs. Keziah Kahiga-Njuguna.
DITA Hosts Technology Career Talk Forum
On 28th July 2023, Daystar Information Technology Association (DITA) held a career talk for Computer Science students at the Nairobi Campus. The event brought together various technology gurus from across the Nation among them Daystar alumni. They were hosted by the Head of Computer Science Department, Ms. Zipporah Mwololo.
Applied Computer Science student selected for global exchange program
Ms. Mercy Wanjiru Thiga (Adm: 21-2096), a second year BSc Applied Computer Science student at currently the vice president of Daystar Information Technology Associaion (DITA) was recently selected for Global Exchange program. Ms. Thiga travels on her birthday, 7th August, for the Fall Semester at the University of Mississippi in USA.
Vice Chancellor away
The Vice-chancellor Prof. Laban P. Ayiro is away in USA for fundraising activities from 22nd July to 8th August 2023. During his absence, the DVC Finance, Administration and Planning Prof. Muturi Wachira will be the Acting Vice-chancellor.
Daystar University Acquires a Luxury Bus
On July 18, 2023, Daystar University received and dedicated a new 62-seater luxury coach during a Chapel service held at Main campus Athi River. The dedication ceremony was attended by the Vice-chancellor, Prof. Laban Ayiro, Company Member Emeritus Rt. Rev. Joseph Kanuku, Company Board Vice-chair, Dr. Stanley Mukolwe, Council Member Mrs. Lilian Ogolla, DVC Finance Administration and Planning Prof Muturi Wachira, DVC Academic Research and Student Affairs Prof. Faith Nguru, University Chaplain Rev. Miano Weche, members of Management and Senate, students, faculty and staff.
Vice-chancellor appointed to US Correctional Education Association Board
Prof Laban P. Ayiro Congratulations on your appointment as an international representative on the Correctional Education Association (CEA) Board, USA. This is a significant achievement! This speaks volumes on your dedication and leadership! Being selected for such a position speaks volumes about your influence, capability, and the high esteem in which you are held within the global spheres. The impact you have made in your profession, career & leadership roles have clearly resonated, and we have no doubt that you will continue to be an inspiring figure in your new role. The Correctional Services Education, USA, will undoubtedly benefit greatly from your innovative insights and strategic vision. Once again, congratulations on this well-deserved appointment.
Daystar IHUB to host Innovation Festival
Preparations are in top gear for the upcoming Grande Innovation Festival to be hosted by the Daystar University Innovation Hub, in September 2023.
Daystar to Host collaborative ICODEL conference
Daystar University in collaboration with Amref International University (AMIU) and Kenya Education Network (KENET) will on October 11, 2023 (To be confirmed) co-host the International Conference on Online, Distance and Electronic Learning (ICODEL).
AA Kenya donates 1,000 tree seedlings to Daystar University
On Thursday July 13, 2023, Daystar University planted 1,000 tree seedlings in collaboration with AA Kenya. The seedlings were donated by AA Insurance Brockers, a subsidiary of AA Kenya.
DLPDI Hosts Church Leadership & Governance Dialogue
The momentous three-day event was held in partnership with the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK), the Organization of African Instituted Churches, Christian Alliance for National Transformation (CANAT), Kenya Coalition of Church Alliances and Ministry (KCCAM) and the Daystar Leadership & Professional Development Institute (DLPDI).
Senate and Management Annual Retreat
According to Deputy Vice-chancellor Finance Administration and Planning, Prof. Muturi Wachira the objectives of the retreat are to take stock of the University performance, identify areas of concern and discuss issues that impede performance, as they take time out to bond and build team spirit.
Daystar University to host Third Annual Conference
The Daystar University School of Arts and Social Sciences, in partnership with the University of Johannesburg invites abstract submissions for the 3rd Daystar Annual conference. The international academic conference will take place on 11th – 13th October 2023.
Daystar University Actuarial Students feted
Daystar University Actuarial students, Susan Wamae and Fredrick Maina were recently crowned the winners of the 2023 National Product Designing Competition organized by the Actuarial students Society of Kenya (ASSK). The duo emerged the winners of the Actuarial Students Society of Kenya Product Design Competition that was held on 6th and 7th July 2023 at KCA University.
Celebrating Prof. Micere Githae Mugo
As scholars of literature and language, we join the rest of the academic, literary and larger Kenyan community in mourning the passing of Micere Githae Mugo last week. Mugo was professor emeritus of literature at Syracuse University in the US, where she spent last part of her active academic career in the department of African American studies.
Daystar Media Hub Hosts Digital Dialogues as it unveils new leaders
On 30th June, the Daystar Media Hub under the School of Communication hosted a discussion on Digital Dialogues at the Nairobi Campus DAC Auditorium.
Vice-Chancellor hosts roundtable meeting for Graduate students
On Saturday 24th June 2023, all roads led to the Main Campus Athi River, with close to 400 Graduate students responding to the Vice-chancellor’s invitation to a round-table meeting.
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