Outreach and Linkages Kenya's Top Private chartered Institution of Higher Learning /ol 2025-02-05T10:46:18+03:00 Kabarak University MYOB KUPPRAC and Kabarak RIO Host Insightful Innovation Policy Discussion 2024-10-18T00:00:01+03:00 2024-10-18T00:00:01+03:00 /ol/kupprac-and-kabarak-rio-host-insightful-innovation-policy-discussion Kabarak University <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/KUPPRAC-webinar-2024-banner.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="960" loading="lazy"></p><div class="flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5" dir="auto" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="443b0668-01bb-4c88-98f8-3fee20822942"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]"> <div class="markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light"> <p>On Friday, Kabarak University Public Policy Research and Analysis Club (KUPPRAC), in collaboration with the <a href="/drio">Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Outreach</a> (RIO) , hosted an engaging online discussion focused on innovation policies. The event was moderated by Boaz Masika Omato, the Vice Chair of KUPPRAC, who led the session with great insight and professionalism.</p> <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/KUPPRAC-webinar-2024-banner.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="960" loading="lazy"></p><div class="flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5" dir="auto" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="443b0668-01bb-4c88-98f8-3fee20822942"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]"> <div class="markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light"> <p>On Friday, Kabarak University Public Policy Research and Analysis Club (KUPPRAC), in collaboration with the <a href="/drio">Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Outreach</a> (RIO) , hosted an engaging online discussion focused on innovation policies. The event was moderated by Boaz Masika Omato, the Vice Chair of KUPPRAC, who led the session with great insight and professionalism.</p> Kabarak University Empowers Students and Staff Through Policy Formulation and Research Dissemination Webinar 2024-10-11T00:00:01+03:00 2024-10-11T00:00:01+03:00 /ol/kabu-empowers-students-and-staff-through-policy-formulation-and-research-dissemination-webinar Kabarak University <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/Policy_Formulation_and_Research_Dissemination_Webinar-banner.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="854" loading="lazy"></p><div class="flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5" dir="auto" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="443b0668-01bb-4c88-98f8-3fee20822942"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]"> <div class="markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light"> <p>Kabarak University continues to demonstrate its leadership in education and innovation, hosting events that promote academic excellence and community engagement. Today, the Kabarak University Policy and Research Advocacy Club (KUPPRAC), in partnership with the <a href="/drio">Directorate of Research, Innovation</a>, and <a href="/outreach">Outreach</a> and&nbsp;<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">the<a href="https://kippra.or.ke" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Kenya</a></span><a href="https://kippra.or.ke" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis</a> (KIPPRA), organized an insightful online webinar focused on key areas of development for students and staff.</p> <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/Policy_Formulation_and_Research_Dissemination_Webinar-banner.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="854" loading="lazy"></p><div class="flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5" dir="auto" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="443b0668-01bb-4c88-98f8-3fee20822942"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]"> <div class="markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light"> <p>Kabarak University continues to demonstrate its leadership in education and innovation, hosting events that promote academic excellence and community engagement. Today, the Kabarak University Policy and Research Advocacy Club (KUPPRAC), in partnership with the <a href="/drio">Directorate of Research, Innovation</a>, and <a href="/outreach">Outreach</a> and&nbsp;<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">the<a href="https://kippra.or.ke" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Kenya</a></span><a href="https://kippra.or.ke" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&nbsp;Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis</a> (KIPPRA), organized an insightful online webinar focused on key areas of development for students and staff.</p> Successful Visit to Timsales Factory by KUPPRAC And Enactus Kabarak 2024-07-14T00:00:03+03:00 2024-07-14T00:00:03+03:00 /ol/successful-visit-to-timsales-factory-by-kupprac-and-enactus-kabarak Boaz Masika Omato <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/118/images/successful-visit-to-timsales-factory-by-kupprac-and-enactus-kabarak-5.jpg" alt="" width="1599" height="1200" loading="lazy"></p><p>On 13th July 2024, the Kabarak University Public Policy Research and Analysis Club (KUPPRAC) and the Enactus Kabarak Chapter embarked on an enlightening visit to the Timsales Factory in Elburgon. Led by the club's Deputy President, Boaz Masika Omato, 61 dedicated students and a staff member ventured to the factory to gain a deeper understanding of sustainable industrial practices and corporate environmental responsibility.</p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/118/images/successful-visit-to-timsales-factory-by-kupprac-and-enactus-kabarak-5.jpg" alt="" width="1599" height="1200" loading="lazy"></p><p>On 13th July 2024, the Kabarak University Public Policy Research and Analysis Club (KUPPRAC) and the Enactus Kabarak Chapter embarked on an enlightening visit to the Timsales Factory in Elburgon. Led by the club's Deputy President, Boaz Masika Omato, 61 dedicated students and a staff member ventured to the factory to gain a deeper understanding of sustainable industrial practices and corporate environmental responsibility.</p> KUPPRAC's Visit to Moses and Mary Children's Home 2024-03-25T00:00:03+03:00 2024-03-25T00:00:03+03:00 /ol/kupprac-s-visit-to-moses-and-mary-children-s-home Boaz Masika Omato <p><img src="//images/KUPPRAC_Picture1_1.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="855" loading="lazy"></p><p>On March 23, 2024, the Kabarak University Public Policy Research and Analysis Club (KUPPRAC) embarked on a heartwarming journey to Moses and Mary Children's Home in Elburgon. Led by the club's Vice Chairperson, Boaz Omato, 60 dedicated club members and a stuff ventured to the home with the mission of spreading love, support, and hope to the children in residence.</p> <p><img src="//images/KUPPRAC_Picture1_1.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="855" loading="lazy"></p><p>On March 23, 2024, the Kabarak University Public Policy Research and Analysis Club (KUPPRAC) embarked on a heartwarming journey to Moses and Mary Children's Home in Elburgon. Led by the club's Vice Chairperson, Boaz Omato, 60 dedicated club members and a stuff ventured to the home with the mission of spreading love, support, and hope to the children in residence.</p> Reaching Out and Empowering Girls: Kabarak University at the Safaricom Foundation Dissemination Forum 2024-03-08T00:00:03+03:00 2024-03-08T00:00:03+03:00 /ol/kabu-at-the-safaricom-foundation-dissemination-forum Kabarak University <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/67/images/img-20240308-wa0006.jpg" alt="" width="1040" height="584" loading="lazy"></p><p data-sourcepos="5:1-5:180">The Outreach team from the Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Outreach (DRIO) is attending the Safaricom Foundation Dissemination Forum at the Midland Hotel in Nakuru.</p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/67/images/img-20240308-wa0006.jpg" alt="" width="1040" height="584" loading="lazy"></p><p data-sourcepos="5:1-5:180">The Outreach team from the Directorate of Research, Innovation, and Outreach (DRIO) is attending the Safaricom Foundation Dissemination Forum at the Midland Hotel in Nakuru.</p> Empowering Girls Through Education: Kabarak University's 'Support a Needy Girl to Go to School' Program 2023-09-19T02:25:21+03:00 2023-09-19T02:25:21+03:00 /ol/support-a-needy-girl-to-go-to-school-program Kabarak University <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/97/images/Support_a_Needy_Girl_to_Go_to_School.jpeg" alt=""></p><p>Kabarak University staff and students have taken a remarkable step towards supporting the education of underprivileged girls at Kampi ya Moto Secondary School. This noble endeavor, known as the <strong><em>"Support a Needy Girl to Go to School"</em></strong> program, aims to ensure that these girls receive the necessary resources to continue their education, even during their menstrual days.</p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/97/images/Support_a_Needy_Girl_to_Go_to_School.jpeg" alt=""></p><p>Kabarak University staff and students have taken a remarkable step towards supporting the education of underprivileged girls at Kampi ya Moto Secondary School. This noble endeavor, known as the <strong><em>"Support a Needy Girl to Go to School"</em></strong> program, aims to ensure that these girls receive the necessary resources to continue their education, even during their menstrual days.</p> Marking Menstrual Hygiene Day 2023-06-03T13:28:21+03:00 2023-06-03T13:28:21+03:00 /ol/marking-menstrual-hygiene-day Story by Faith Yator <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/Ol_Rongai_Primary_Outreach_3.jpg" alt=""></p><p>Menstrual Hygiene Day is a global initiative that aims to raise awareness about the importance of menstrual hygiene management. Kabarak University's Outreach and Linkages function is making a significant impact on the lives of young girls through its mentorship program. The initiative, known as Support a Needy Girl Attend School, recently mentored and supported girls from Ole Rongai Primary School in Rongai sub-county on June 2nd. The program aims to empower girls to attend school, especially during their monthly periods.</p> <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/Ol_Rongai_Primary_Outreach_3.jpg" alt=""></p><p>Menstrual Hygiene Day is a global initiative that aims to raise awareness about the importance of menstrual hygiene management. Kabarak University's Outreach and Linkages function is making a significant impact on the lives of young girls through its mentorship program. The initiative, known as Support a Needy Girl Attend School, recently mentored and supported girls from Ole Rongai Primary School in Rongai sub-county on June 2nd. The program aims to empower girls to attend school, especially during their monthly periods.</p> Empowering Students at the 7th Annual Career Fair: Kabarak University and Kabarak TVETs Inspire Future Leaders 2023-05-22T09:25:29+03:00 2023-05-22T09:25:29+03:00 /ol/the-career-fair-for-postsecondary-education-an-educational-opportunity-for-student-engagement Kabarak University <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/7th_Annual_Career_Fair_at_Vanessa_Grant_7.jpeg" alt=""></p><p>Kabarak University and Kabarak TVETs were honored to participate in the 7th Annual Career Fair held at Vanessa Grant Girls School in Rongai Town, Nakuru. The event aimed to enlighten students about the vast array of career options available to them in the realm of post-secondary education. With students from various schools in attendance, the team from Kabarak University and Kabarak TVETs eagerly engaged with them, sharing invaluable information and guiding them toward a bright future.</p> <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/7th_Annual_Career_Fair_at_Vanessa_Grant_7.jpeg" alt=""></p><p>Kabarak University and Kabarak TVETs were honored to participate in the 7th Annual Career Fair held at Vanessa Grant Girls School in Rongai Town, Nakuru. The event aimed to enlighten students about the vast array of career options available to them in the realm of post-secondary education. With students from various schools in attendance, the team from Kabarak University and Kabarak TVETs eagerly engaged with them, sharing invaluable information and guiding them toward a bright future.</p> Peace Ambassadors Kenya - Kabarak Chapter Plants Over 10,000 Trees at MAU Forest to Combat Climate Change 2023-04-16T00:00:01+03:00 2023-04-16T00:00:01+03:00 /ol/peace-ambassadors-kenya-kabarak-chapter-plants-over-10k-trees-at-mau-forest-to-combat-climate-change Kabarak University <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/pak-kabarak-chapter-tree-planting-initiative-3.jpg" alt=""></p><p>On April 15, 2023, the Peace Ambassadors Kenya (PAK) Kabarak University Chapter, in collaboration with other PAK chapters, including those from Egerton and Multimedia, participated in an environmental conservation activity. The event was organized under the Green Print initiative by the PAK Nairobi management team and aimed to plant trees at the MAU forest.</p> <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/pak-kabarak-chapter-tree-planting-initiative-3.jpg" alt=""></p><p>On April 15, 2023, the Peace Ambassadors Kenya (PAK) Kabarak University Chapter, in collaboration with other PAK chapters, including those from Egerton and Multimedia, participated in an environmental conservation activity. The event was organized under the Green Print initiative by the PAK Nairobi management team and aimed to plant trees at the MAU forest.</p> Kabarak University's Department of Public Health participated in the inaugural International Public Health Conference held in Mombasa County 2023-04-06T07:00:00+03:00 2023-04-06T07:00:00+03:00 /ol/department-of-public-health-participates-at-the-first-public-health-international-conference-in-mombasa-county Kabarak University <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/16/images/first-public-health-international-conference-in-mombasa-county-2-of-8.jpg" alt=""></p><p><span lang="EN-US">The field of public health is of the utmost importance in today's society, where health concerns have become increasingly complex and intertwined with environmental issues. In an effort to address these challenges and explore innovative solutions, the first Public Health International Conference was held from April 2<sup>nd</sup> to 5<sup>th</sup>, <span class="issue-underline"><span data-issueid="2d1d8782-6f52-415e-bbd7-b39be8be24b4" data-testid="issue-underline:2023. It was held">2023</span></span> at the PrideInn Paradise Convention Centre in Mombasa County, Kenya. The conference attracted a diverse group of attendees from 21 counties, including representatives from the Ministry of Health, regulatory bodies in the public health sector, and seven learning institutions.</span></p> <p><img src="//images/speasyimagegallery/albums/16/images/first-public-health-international-conference-in-mombasa-county-2-of-8.jpg" alt=""></p><p><span lang="EN-US">The field of public health is of the utmost importance in today's society, where health concerns have become increasingly complex and intertwined with environmental issues. In an effort to address these challenges and explore innovative solutions, the first Public Health International Conference was held from April 2<sup>nd</sup> to 5<sup>th</sup>, <span class="issue-underline"><span data-issueid="2d1d8782-6f52-415e-bbd7-b39be8be24b4" data-testid="issue-underline:2023. It was held">2023</span></span> at the PrideInn Paradise Convention Centre in Mombasa County, Kenya. The conference attracted a diverse group of attendees from 21 counties, including representatives from the Ministry of Health, regulatory bodies in the public health sector, and seven learning institutions.</span></p> Digital Literacy Day-Outreach Activity 2022-10-04T11:52:49+03:00 2022-10-04T11:52:49+03:00 /ol/digital-literacy-day-outreach-activity By Faith Yator <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/dr.-moses-thiga-shared-some-gits-for-the-students-who-attended.jpg" alt="" width="1151" height="818" loading="lazy"></p><p>Kabarak university in collaboration with Kenya national library, Nakuru, and yes you can, had a digital literacy training day targeting library staff, volunteers, Digital literacy pupil champions, and teachers from selected schools. This was to impact the community greatly and reach out to teachers and children from various schools. The event was held on Saturday, July 9<sup>th,</sup> 2022 at the Kenya National Library, Nakuru</p> <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/dr.-moses-thiga-shared-some-gits-for-the-students-who-attended.jpg" alt="" width="1151" height="818" loading="lazy"></p><p>Kabarak university in collaboration with Kenya national library, Nakuru, and yes you can, had a digital literacy training day targeting library staff, volunteers, Digital literacy pupil champions, and teachers from selected schools. This was to impact the community greatly and reach out to teachers and children from various schools. The event was held on Saturday, July 9<sup>th,</sup> 2022 at the Kenya National Library, Nakuru</p> Knowledge transfer and book donation at Baringo Bible College, Kabarnet 2022-10-04T11:45:23+03:00 2022-10-04T11:45:23+03:00 /ol/knowledge-transfer-and-book-donation-at-baringo-bible-college-kabarnet By Faith Yator <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/book-donation.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>Kabarak University, School of Education, Humanities, and Social Sciences (Department of Theology &amp; Biblical Studies) on 5<sup>th</sup> July 2022 visited Baringo Bible college to offer talks on interest areas, strategic ministry areas, and knowledge transfer. The team shared knowledge on the subject they have published. The topics covered four major areas.</p> <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/book-donation.jpg" alt="" width="1280" height="853" loading="lazy"></p><p>Kabarak University, School of Education, Humanities, and Social Sciences (Department of Theology &amp; Biblical Studies) on 5<sup>th</sup> July 2022 visited Baringo Bible college to offer talks on interest areas, strategic ministry areas, and knowledge transfer. The team shared knowledge on the subject they have published. The topics covered four major areas.</p> Building Back Better policies for Post-COVID Recovery 2022-09-05T10:45:56+03:00 2022-09-05T10:45:56+03:00 /ol/building-back-better-policies-for-post-covid-recovery By Meli Stacy Jepchumba <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/seated_far_left.jpg" alt=""></p><p>This year the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ -KIPPRA mentorship program focused on "<em>Kenya’s Potential in Building Back Better in Post COVID-19 to Achieve the Big 4 Agenda</em>". The one-week program attracted participants from various universities including Laikipia University, Egerton University, and Rift Valley Institute of Science and Technology (RVIST).</p> <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/seated_far_left.jpg" alt=""></p><p>This year the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ -KIPPRA mentorship program focused on "<em>Kenya’s Potential in Building Back Better in Post COVID-19 to Achieve the Big 4 Agenda</em>". The one-week program attracted participants from various universities including Laikipia University, Egerton University, and Rift Valley Institute of Science and Technology (RVIST).</p> Kabarak University students Promoting Mental Health 2022-09-02T10:45:56+03:00 2022-09-02T10:45:56+03:00 /ol/kabarak-university-students-promoting-mental-health By Brian Kigen, Faith Yator, and Belinda Kurgat. <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/Students_at_Kampi_Ya_Moto_Secondary_School_-_Nakuru_County.jpg" alt="" width="924" height="514" loading="lazy"></p><p>Mental ill-health resulting from stress and depression among teenagers is one of the problems faced by the younger generation. A group of students from Kabarak University is on a mission to promote mental health awareness, as well as helping teenagers and adults to engage in healthy conversations.</p> <p><img src="//images/banners_ads/Students_at_Kampi_Ya_Moto_Secondary_School_-_Nakuru_County.jpg" alt="" width="924" height="514" loading="lazy"></p><p>Mental ill-health resulting from stress and depression among teenagers is one of the problems faced by the younger generation. A group of students from Kabarak University is on a mission to promote mental health awareness, as well as helping teenagers and adults to engage in healthy conversations.</p>