Fourth years Students undertaking BSC in Management of Agro-ecosystems and Environment are from yesterday 4th to 5th March 2021 presenting research projects to their supervisors. Some opted for virtual and others physical presentation at the Departmental Seminar room.
ESSA projects Objective
ESSA project aims at increasing understanding of the dynamics of and inter-linkages between tropical upland forest cover and semi-arid lowland landscapes, and the multi-functionality of agro-pastoral landscapes, through a system-wide view of food and nutrition security, diversified livelihoods and ecosystem sustainability and improvement.
Led by the Dean FOA, Prof. Moses Nyangito, students of Naivasha Girls Secondary School interacted with FoA Professors and Doctors, University of Nairobi. The virtual interaction and mentorship was conducted on 26th February 2021. They discussed the importance of Agriculture and environmental science in food security and the associated opportunities related to these fields.
The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) in collaboration with the University of Nairobi is hosting a policy seminar.
The seminar which is part of the KIPPRA Mentorship Programme for Universities (KMPUs), will bring together university students, lecturers, government and private sector to a student public debate themed “Public Policy Making Process and the Big Four Agenda Amid COVID-19.”
The event will take place on March 4th and 5th, 2021 at University of Nairobi's Taifa Hall at the Main Campus.
10th UoN OPEN DAY Happening now...
Masters of Science and Doctor of Philosophy students pursuing various degree programmes in this department virtually presented their research proposals to their fellow students and supervisors. According to UoN graduate school guidelines, all postgraduate students must produce progress report and this can be possible if their research work is shared and presented to supervisors and any other invited actor. Over 27 participants were in attendance. Their supervisors were impressed on improved research work enhanced by presentation skills.
Out of 66 teaching Department, Department of Land Resources Management and Agricultural Technology (LARMAT) was Ranked no. 7 in the year 2019-2020 University of Nairobi Performance Contract. The LARMAT scored 2.8874 a very good score with highest department scoring 2.6258. LARMAT scores pushed Faculty of Agriculture to Position Number 2 as best teaching Faculty at the Varsity.
The 10th University of Nairobi open day will be held on February from 18 to 19th, 2021. The Open day will be virtual, free and open to all. We have career guidance and mentorship sessions lined up for the attendees.
A link for registration will be provided soon. Be visiting this site
Prof. M.Nyangito, an Associate Professor in the Department of Land Resources Management and Agricultural Technology (LARMAT) on Friday 5th February 2021 was elected by members of Faculty as the Dean for Faculty of Agriculture, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences, University of Nairobi. He was serving at an acting capacity since August, 2020. Prof.
