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COLLABORATION OPPORTUNITIES WITH MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY

The Department of Art and Design at  the University FADD Building were visited by Ass. Prof. Roland Graf PhD, on July 27, 2023 from the Penny W. Stamps  School of Art and Design, University of Michigan, USA where Roland  is an Associate Professor. He and Andreia Rocha Souza Graf spent the  morning at the Department, where he explained to Dr. Samuel Maina and Dr. Francisca Odundo about the workings of his institution. They in turn, took Prof. Roland  through the workings of the host Department and further gave him a tour of the premises.

New Publication Africa Review Journal Vol 1 No. 2023: Art and Design Aiding Children Living With Autism in Nairobi

Abstract

Background: The number of children affected by autism has risen, with 1 in every 59 children being diagnosed within the spectrum (WHO, 2022). In Kenya, the disorder affects approximately four per cent of the population according to a 2007 Autism Society of Kenya estimation. Such children face certain day to day challenges with the main ones falling under communication, social interaction, sensory sensitivities and behavioural issues.

DIAR AWARD

Dr. Munene

Dr. Michael Munene won and was awarded the National Diversity and Inclusion Awards & Recognition (DIAR Awards), in the award category:DIAR Award for PWD Inclusion Champions on Friday March 3, 2023 at The Sarit Expo Center, Nairobi. The running theme for this edition is Belong You Belong, We Belong.

ACADEMIC TRIP TO TOSHEKA

Tosheka textile is a well known Business located in Wote, Makueni County that deals with processing of silk thread. During this trip, students were able to understand the process of silk farming and how the final product comes to be. Furthermore, the process of dying and threading was also shared with them and they got a chance to make their own. With the final materials, students got an opportunity to weave a small piece using the looming devices at the industry.

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