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Jan 27 Feb 2 Issue 03/2012

D AY S TA R U N I V E R S I T Y

Daystar University Signs MoU with Nairobi Baptist Church

Vice-Chancellor Dr. Timothy Wachira (left) exchanges the MoU documents with Nairobi Baptist Church Senior Pastor, Rev. George Shiramba during the signing ceremony The close relationship between Daystar University and Nairobi Baptist Church brought about by their geographical proximity and a history dating back to their inception has now been formalized, with the two signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The MoU, which was signed on Friday, 20 January 2012, is aimed at enhancing the existing operations of both parties on an equal and mutually agreed basis, developing inter-institutional cooperation, and providing practical training, exposure to ministry and cross-cultural missions through a mentoring and equipping relationship. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Nairobi Baptist Church Senior Pastor, Rev. George Shiramba said that he appreciated the growing relationship between the two organizations. The power and inuence of Daystar University on Nairobi Baptist Church has been very real with members of staff and congregation studying at the University, said Rev. Shiramba. The signed MoU commits the two organizations to various areas of partnerships; rstly provision of practicum and internship opportunities, leadership development and scholarships among others. Secondly, use of facilities such as the Nairobi Baptist Church youth recreation amenities, library, sanctuary for graduation and the Universitys weekly chapels, prayer room, parking space, classrooms and the medical clinic. Thirdly, it seeks to enhance collaboration efforts such as part-time teaching, research & publication, participation in National SocioPolitical issues, and mutually benecial development ventures. During the event, Daystar Universitys Vice-Chancellor Dr. Timothy Wachira thanked Nairobi Baptist Church for the openness and generosity that the church has shown the University over the years.

Students called to Embrace the Power of Dance

Prof. Hanna makes her presentation during the Power of Dance lecture

The Language and Performing Arts department recently hosted Prof. Judith Hanna, a cultural anthropologist at the University of Maryland, at the Allen Grove annex, Nairobi Campus. Prof. Hanna gave a lecture on the Power of Dance and based her presentation on Nigerian dance & culture from the Igbo tribe, and the Kenyan 1963 celebration of independence. During the lecture, Professor Hanna wowed the audience with her dance moves as she explained how the women in the Igbo tribe would dance depending on the event taking place. She demonstrated certain songs and illustrated the specic dance styles that accompanied them. She continued to explain how the different songs had taken a historical journey during a period where women were revolting against men and how dance played a major role. The don emphasized the importance that expression such as dance has in liberation and rekindling unity and togetherness as a people, urging the audience to look back at where they had come from and how they did things because the culture was rich with great diversity. This would ensure that they would not loose their heritage and sense of self. The lecture, which was attended by both staff and faculty, is one of the key events planned by the department of Language and Performing Arts in its quest to grow the department.

Daystar US Appoints Executive Director

Daystar US has recently appointed Dr. Kathleen Johnson as its Executive Director. With a air for strategic thinking and planning and fund development, Dr. Johnson brings a wealth of experience and expertise in fundraising, board planning and development, mission and vision planning and implementation, annual fund campaigns, building relationships programs and cultivation of donor relationships. Dr. Johnson is an awardee of the Bush Fellowship Leadership Award and has over 30 years experience in education and 20 years in educational administration. Dr. Johnson will be in Kenya towards the end of February and will visit Daystar University with the aim of familiarizing herself with the functions of the University. Infospot joins the Daystar community in welcoming her to the Daystar global family.

Library Update
Journals of the week 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. International journal of management, vol. 28, No. 3 , September 2011 Communication monographs, vol. 78, number 4, December 2011 Council for exceptional children: the voice and vision of special education, vol. 78, no. 2, 2012 Critical studies in media communication, vol. 28, no. 5, December 2011 Journal of communication, vol. 61, no. 6, December 2011 Monitor on psychology: beyond oneonone psychotherapy. A publication of the American Psychological Association, vol. 43, No. 1, January 2012 Psychology of addictive behaviors, vol. 25, no. 4, December 2011 Human communication research, vol. 38, no. 1, January 2012 Journal of broadcasting & electronic media, vol. 55, no. 4, December 2011 Preview of Journal of broadcasting & electronic media, vol. 55, no. 4, December 2011 Content Redening press freedom: a survey of Iraqi broadcasters in political transition and conict Television co-viewing in Mexico: an assessment on people meter data New Holistic mass media business model Targeting mood: using comedy on serious movie trailers Potters response to Hobbs The state of media literacy: a rejoinder Magazine of the week: Management: December January 2012 issue 2012 money talks with AlyKhan Satchu Leadership tips : lessons form 2011 CEO of the year Clean energy: Africans solution to poverty Monetary policy: A double-edged sword. Visit the library for these and much more

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10. Communication, culture and critique, vol. 4, no. 4, December 2011 11. Social work: a journal of the national association of Social workers, vol. 56, no. 4, October 2011

ICMT- Short Courses on Offer

The Institute of Christian Ministries and Training (ICMT) will be offering the following short course: Play Writing, from January 30 March 8, 2012 The above course will be offered in Nairobi campus, running from 6:00p.m to 8:30p.m on Mondays and Thursdays. Interested applicants should pick application forms at the ICMT ofce in Nairobi and pay a commitment fee of Kshs.500/=. This fee is part of the total course fees and is refundable only if Daystar University cancels the course. Applications should be addressed to the ICMT Director, and dropped at the ICMT ofce in Nairobi. Deadline for applications is Monday, January 30.

Whats Your Say?

Have you seen the newly painted suggestion boxes in Nairobi and Athi River campuses? Well, the Corporate Affairs department would like to hear your views- the good, the bad, and anything else that may be on your mind! All members of the Daystar University community are invited to make use of these facilities, or better yet, visit us in any of our ofces and speak to us.

Weekly Inspiration
The death of a seed is the burial of a forest. (Dr. Munroe)

Involvement Newspaper gets a Change of Guard

Chapel Diary
Athi River Campus
Date: 31st January 2012 Speaker: Rev. Mutinda Musyimi Topic: Repentance Date: 2nd February 2012 University Prayer Day (Theme: Resisting Temptation) Speaker: Rev. Ambrose Nyangao Date: 5th February 2012 Speaker: Pastor Hesborn Odhiambo Topic: Commitment to Love

Involvement Newspaper has made the following changes in its editorial management team effective this semester: Position Editor in Chief Managing Editor News Editor Features Editor Graphics Designer Distribution Manager Sports Editor Copy Editor Incoming Team Mary Nduku Mutunga Sospeter Irumbi Linda Anemba Margaret Muthee Joseph Muthee Maureen Wambaire Don Dulo Joy Kimani

Involvement wishes to thank the outgoing team for their great effort towards the success of the newspaper, and congratulates the new team on their appointments.

Bouncing Baby Girl!

Mrs. Anne Manyange of the Human Resource department was recently blessed with a baby girl. Victoria Pendo Manyange was born on 21 January. The Manyanges wish to extend their appreciation to the Daystar community for the moral support it accorded them. Infospot joins the University community in congratulating them on their newborn!

Nairobi Campus
Date: 31st January 2012 Speaker: Rev. Jerry Makori Topic: Repentance Date: 2nd February 2012 University Prayer Day (Theme: Resisting Temptation) Speaker: Dr. Benjamin Musyoka Evening Chapel Date: 3rd February 2012 Prayer Day (Theme: Repentance) Speaker: Rev. Calisto Odede)

Bereavement
This year has started on a somber note for some of our Daystar community members who have been recently bereaved: Ms. Jemimah Oluoch, a lecturer in the Department of Theology and Pastoral Studies has lost her father. In addition, Mrs. Jane Irungu of the School of Science, Engineering & Health has lost her father in law and Mr. Simon Njenga of the Library department has lost his uncle. Miriam Wairegi, a 4th year Business Administration student has also lost her father, while Milkah Wangoi, also a 4th year student in Community Development has lost her mother. Kindly remember them and their families in prayer during this time.

Mombasa Campus
Date: 2nd February 2012 Prayer Day (Theme: Repentance) Speaker: Pastor Justus Kimeu