Dear Prospective Students,

It is with great pleasure and excitement that I extend a warm welcome to you on behalf of Tom Mboya University. As the Vice Chancellor, I am thrilled to invite you to join our vibrant and dynamic academic community for the September 2024 intake.

At Tom Mboya University, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. Our commitment to providing a holistic education is evident in our diverse range of programs, experienced faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities. We believe that education is not just about acquiring knowledge, but also about developing critical thinking, creativity, and leadership skills that will prepare you for the challenges of the future.

As you embark on this new academic journey, you will have the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research, participate in meaningful community service, and collaborate with peers from various backgrounds. Our goal is to nurture your potential and empower you to make a positive impact in your chosen field and society at large.

We understand that choosing the right university is a significant decision, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Our dedicated admissions team is ready to assist you with any queries and guide you through the application process. We are confident that Tom Mboya University will provide you with an enriching and transformative educational experience.

I look forward to welcoming you to our campus and witnessing the remarkable contributions you will make as part of the Tom Mboya University family. Together, we will continue to uphold the values of integrity, excellence, and service to humanity.

Thank you for considering Tom Mboya University as your academic home. We are eager to embark on this journey with you and to see you flourish as future leaders and innovators.

Warm regards,

Professor Charles Omondi Ochola
Vice Chancellor, Tom Mboya University

Understandably, living your entire life through a computer screen can cause motivation and focus to take a dip here and there. For many who’ve never had to study remotely before, making the adjustment is likely to have been taxing.

So, it’s worth paying attention to what universities are doing to ensure their students are getting the most out of their studies when at home, with even more distractions readily available.

QS in Conversation recently held a virtual panel on this topic, featuring: Dr Betty Vandenbosch Chief Content Officer at Coursera; Alex Chisholm Head of Analytics at QS Quacquarelli Symonds; Dr Gog Soon Joo Chief Futurist, Chief Skills Officer, Chief Research Officer at SkillsFuture Singapore.

Are students performing better with online learning weaved into their academic year?

In the online space, a student is in control of their learning experience; how they curate and learn, and also if they repeat tasks. But what needs to be done by educators to encourage students to undertake their studies?

Vandenbosch said: “I think the most important thing is that students and faculty together have to recognize that it’s a different world.

“In online education, the instructional design helps faculty put together a course that is engaging and helps people.

“With instructional design you can have worked examples, readings, peer experiences, projects, guided projects, all sorts of things you can do to help students learn better than just watching a video and taking notes. That’s what’s going to make the difference in helping students stay engaged online.”