School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies. P.O. BOX Nairobi Kenya

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1 CURRICULUM VITAE 1.0 Personal Details Name : KATOLA Michael Thyaka Date of Birth : 18 th May, 1961 Marital Status : Married Nationality : Kenyan Religion : Christianity Address : Kenyatta University School of Humanities and Social Sciences Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies P.O. BOX Nairobi Kenya Telephone : (Office) EXT Mobile No : mtkatola@yahoo.com 2.0 Academic Qualifications Ph.D (Religious studies) Kenyatta University. Title of Thesis Morality Among the Akamba A Case Study of Youth in Central Division of Kitui District M.A (Religious Studies) Kenyatta University. Title of Thesis The Akamba Concept of Taboo with Particular Reference to Machakos District BEd Upper Second Class (Hons)(Kenyatta University college), University of Nairobi. 1

2 Subject studied: Education, PRS, Kiswahili Employment History January to present: Senior Lecturer: Kenyatta University, Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies February 1992 Dec. 2001: Lecturer: Kenyatta University, Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies September 1988 Jan. 1992: Tutorial Fellow: Kenyatta University, Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies September June 1985 Graduate Teacher Ndagene Secondary School, Meru University Courses Taught a) Religious Studies Introduction to African Religion and Culture Belief systems in Kenya Sources of African Religion Sociology of Religion The Church in Africa Church History Christian Response to Contemporary Issues Ecumenical Movement Comparative Religion b) Philosophy African Ethics and Morality Phenomenology of Religion 2

3 Philosophy of Religion. African Religious Philosophy 4.0 Post Graduate Supervision 4.1 Ongoing Supervision 1. C50/CE/14539/2009 Onserio Nyang au. The influence of the Catholic Theology of Sexuality on Teenage Girls in Njoro Deanary Nakuru County Kenya(MA Thesis) 2. C82/21935/2010 Bernard Gechiko Nyabwari. Holistic Christian Education for Character Formation in Seventh-Day Adventist Church Sponsored Secondary Schools in Nyamira County, Kenya. 3. C50/CE/11446/2008 Evans Aiko Mogire. The Response of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church to the Belief and Practice of Witchcraft Among the Abagusii of Marani District, Kisii County. 4. C50/CE/22298/2011, Dominic Kinyua Njagi. Continuity and Change in the Religious Functions of Njuri Njeke in the Life of Ameru of Kenya. 5. C50/CE/14548/2009, Jelagat Arusei. The Influence of Christianity on Traditional Marriage Symbols and Rituals Among the Nandi of Nandi North District, Kenya. 6. C50/CE/21641/2011, Loice Omote. The Seventh-Day Adventist Teaching on Sexual Morality and its Effects on Youth in Rigoma District, Nyamira Conference, Kenya. 7. C82/24699/2011, Fredrick Otieno Amolo, Holistic Approach to Cross Border Conflict Resolution Between the Luo and Kalenjin Communities Along Muhoroni Tinderet Constituency, Kenya. 8. C50/CE/2584/2011, Justine Nyarinda Nyakweba, The Role of the P.C.E.A. in Controlling Illicit Brews in Mukurwei-ini District, Nyeri County, Kenya. 9. C82/CE/22298/2011, Joy Nsabirye. Sexual Morality in Anglican Church Founded Schools in Jinja District, Uganda. 10. Angeline Kanake, The Church Response to Enviromental Degradation in Kenya:The case of Nyeri County.(Chuka University) 4.2 Successful Supervision of Students at Kenyatta University 1. Alex Kamwaria (2014). Integration of Indigenous Healing Approaches into Psycho-Social mode of Trauma Healing for the Dinka Victims of Armed Conflict in South Sudan. PhD Thesis. 3

4 2. Patrick G. M. Mungai (2009) Evangelizing Executives. A Case Study of Club Members in Nairobi Kenya. PhD Thesis. 3. Nahashon Gitonga (2005). The process of Inculturation of Christianity in Kenya. A Case Study of Kaaga Methodist Synod, Meru. PhD Thesis. 4. Miriam A. C. Nwoye (2005). Transitional Ceremonies in Igbo Religion. The Case of Nri and Ihiala people of Anambra State of Nigeria. PhD Thesis. 5. Margaret Gecaga (2004). A Study of the Controversy Surrounding the Introduction of Family Life Education in Kenyan Schools PhD. Thesis. 6. Cyprian Kavivya(2003). The policy of the Catholic Church on Family Planning. A Case Study of the Akamba of Kangundo Division of Machakos District PhD Thesis. 7. Josephine Gitome (2003). African Indigenous Guidance and counseling Techniques and their Application in selected Nairobi Churches PhD Thesis. 8. Serah Ngila (2012). The Persistence of Iweto marriage Among the Akamba Christians of Kangudo District. MA Thesis. 9. Bernard Nyabwari (2010). Inculturation of the Concept of God in the Traditional Religion of the Abagusii of Western Kenya. MA Thesis. 10. Angeline Kariithi (2001). Continuity and change in the Practice of Cliteridectomy. A Case Study of the Atharaka of Meru East District. MA Thesis. 11. Janet Kassilly (2001) Penetration of Islam Among the Ababukusu of Bungoma District up to MA Thesis. 12. Abdi Siyat (1999). Family Planning among the Somali Muslims of Garissa District. MA Thesis. 4.3 Successful Supervision of Students Outside Kenyatta University 1. J. A. Ireneo (2010). Effect of Armed Conflict in Performance and Discipline in Senior Secondary Schools in Wau town, Southern Sudan MA Thesis MIAS, St Marys University,Minessota. 2. Epimark M.Mkenda (2008). The Role of Elders in Moral formation. A Case Study of the Agikuyu of Kiambu, Kenya MA Thesis MIAS, St Marys University,Minessota Timothy Gachanga (2007). An Exploration of how Primary School Teachers Employ Indigenous Peace Knowledge in Building Peace in Schools. A Case Study of Primary Schools in Kariobangi and Korogocho, Nairobi Kenya MA Thesis( Thesis reader) ) MIAS, St Marys University,Minessota. 4

5 4. Michael Boni Bazza (2001). The Notion of Community Involvement in African Indigenous Marriage. A case Study of Nairobi MA Thesis ( Thesis Reader) MIAS, St Marys University,Minessota. 5.0 Administrative Responsibilities Appointed by the Vice-Chancellor as Acting Director, Teaching Practice Centre, Kenyatta University from 16 December January 2014 Appointed by the Vice-Chancellor as the Acting Director, Teaching Practice Centre 15 August-9 September 2013 Appointed by the Vice-Chancellor as Acting Director, Teaching Practice Centre December January 2013 Appointed by the Vice-Chancellor as Chairman Department of Religious Studies Appointed Acting Chairman, Department of Religious Studies ( Various times ) Appointed Teaching Practice Coordinator, Machakos, Makueni and Kitui Districts 1997 Appointed Teaching Practice Coordinator, Machakos, Makueni and Kitui Counties 2005 to date. 5.1 Renewal of Term of Office as Chairman of Department. Reappointed as Chairman, Department of Religious Studies for a further period of two years with effect from 31 st January, 2003 (see attachment). 6.0 Membership of University Standing or Ad-hoc Committee Appointed by the Vice-Chancellor as a member, University shortlisting Committee, 18 th September, Appointed by the Vice-Chancellor as a Committee Member on Launching Teacher-Student Mentorship Programme January 2014 (see attachment). Appointed by the DVC (Academic) as a Member of a Committee Investigating Theft at the Moi Library

6 Appointed by the Director Teaching Practicum and Assessment Centre as the chairman and convener of an oversight committee to examine zonal classroom observation reports. Appointed by the Director, Teaching Practice Centre as a member of a Pilot Study Committee on Student-Teacher Mentorship Programme. 7.0 Departmental and School Responsibilities 1 Departmental co-ordinator of Programmes, ODel, Regular and IBP Member, Departmental Executive Committee Chairperson, Departmental Verification Committee Chairperson, Departmental e-learning Committee Member, Institute of Police and Security Science Curriculum in the School of Humanities and Social Science Departmental Examinations Officer Conferences, Workshops and Seminars Attended and Papers Presented Teacher-Mentor Induction Workshop, Kenyatta University. Paper Presented The Relationship between Mentors and University Supervisors KUCC February 24 th -25 th Curriculum Development for Undergraduate Courses. Workshop leader at St. Pauls University (Requested by the University to facilitate the workshop). 11 th Hekima College Symposium on Theology and Peace Building. Paper Presented The Role of African Cultural Values in Educating for Development, Peace Building and Good Governance. March 14 th 15 th. and Cultures of Kenya. August 4 th 2011 Institute of Spirituality and Religious Formation Symposium. Paper presented Forms of accomplishment in Traditional African Cultures. Feb. 5 th -7 th 2 Institute of Spirituality and Religious Formation Symposium. Tangaza College. Paper presented- The Reality of Divination and Healing in African Traditional Culture- A response. February 6 th.2007 Regional Conference on Challenges of Muslims in Eastern and Horn of Africa. AVU Main Hall, Kenyatta University. August 1 st 4 th 2006(Member of the organizing committee). Christian Brothers Karibu Programme. Loreto Mary ward Centre, Nairobi. Paper presented African Traditional Religion and Spirituality. July 24 th 31 st 2006 Kenya Association of Vocation Animators National Assembly Dimese Retreat Centre. Paper presented Witchcraft and Evil Spirits in candidates and Religious life. October 23 rd 28 th

7 National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahai s of Kenya Seminar. Paper Presented Strategies for Interfaith Activities in Kenya. October 16 th N.C.C.K. Interfaith Consultation on Conflict management and Peace Building. April 2003 KCB Management Centre, Karen, Paper presented Building a culture of Peace through Reconciliation from an African Traditional Religion s Perspective. Association of Theological Institutions in Eastern Africa. Sokoine University, Tanzania. The Association for the Study of Religions (AASR) Conference. Theme: Religions of the World in the Age of Globalization. Amani Conference Centre, Nairobi. August 27 th 31 st 2000 (Member of the organizing committee). Bahai Faith Seminar. Grand Regency Hotel, Nairobi. 17 June The Akamba. A paper presented during Kenyatta University Culture Week. June 1998 Association of Theological Institutions in Eastern Africa. J. J. Mcarthy Centre, Nairobi. Theme: The Mission of the Church in the 21 st Century. April 19 th 23 th 1995 (Departmental representative) 9.0 Convening and Coordinating conferences Member of the organizing committee, The Association for the study of Religions(AASR) conference.amani Conference Centre.Theme Religions of the world in the Age of Globilization August Member of the technical Committee,Regional conference on Islam in Eastern Africa 10.0 Research and Publications 10.1 Books and Modules 1. Serah Ngila, Nasimiyu-wasike, Michael T. Katola. The persistence of Iweto Marriage Among the Akamba Christians of Kangundo District. LAP Lambert Academic Publishing Bernard G. Nyabwari, Michael T. Katola. Inculturation of the Gusii Traditional Concept of God Lap Lambert Academic Publishing Michael T. Katola and Zablon Nthamburi Sociology of Religion Module.Kenyatta University Press 10.2 Book Chapter 7

8 Michael T. Katola, Building a culture of Peace through Reconciliation from an African Traditional Religious Perspective.In Getui M and Musyoni W. Overcoming Violence A Faith Based Response.Nairobi NCCK pp37-50, Articles in Refereed Journals 1. Michael T. Katola and Alex N. Kamwaria. Community Integration for Psychological well-being: Building Sustainable Peace and Strengthening Identity through Story-Telling in the South Sudan. Journal of Educational Policy and Entrepreneurial Research, 2015 pp Michael T. Katola and Johnston S. Shisanya. Intergrating African Values into the Institutionalized Education and its implications for the youth in Kenya. Scholars Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, (1A) ISSN Michael T. Katola. Incorporation of Tradition African Values in the Formal Education system for Development of Peace Building and Good Governance. European Journal of Research in Social Sciences vol 2 No ISSN P Michael T. Katola and Bernard Nyabwari Constraints and Prospects of Inculturation in Kenya. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences Vol 4 No pp Michael T. Katola, Josephine Gitome and Bernard Nyabwari. Correlation between students Discipline and Performance in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. In International Journal of Education and Research Vol. 1 No 8, 2013 PP Michael T. Katola and Alex Kamwaria. Reconciliation and Healing in a Post-accord Nation. Exploring Popular Perceptions of Responsiveness of Truth Justice and Reconciliation Commission in Kenya. In the Cradle of Knowledge. African Journal of Educational and Social Science Research Vol pp Michael T. Katola, Daniel Muindi and Benard Nyabwari; Holistic Christian Education for Character formation in Seventh-day Adventist Church Sponsored Secondary a. Schools in Nyamira County, Kenya. In International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development Vol. 2 No. 1, 2013 pp Michael T. Katola and Bernard Nyabwari. Mission of the Church in Overcoming Poverty in Africa. In Asian Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Vol. 2. No 4, Nov PP

9 9. Michael T. Katola and Bernard Nyabwari. The Leadership style of Jesus Christ in the New Testament and its Relevance in Africa. International Journal of Political Science, Law and International Relations vol 3 Issue 2 June ISSN Michael T. Katola and Alex Kamwaria. The role of African Traditional Culture and Word view in Context of Post-war Healing Among the Dinka of Southern Sudan. In International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Vol. 2 No 1, Nov PP Michael T. Katola. Ethnicity in Contemporary African Society with Particular Reference to Kenya. In all Africa Journal of Theology Vol. 1. No. 1, 2001 PP Michael T. Katola. The Refugees and the Displaced in Africa. A Challenge to Christians. In African Journal of Evangelical Theology Vol. 17 th February, 1998 pp Articles in other Journals 1. Michael T. Katola Church Leaders and Politics in Kenya. In the Christian Educator. Journal of Religious Education Vol. 12 No. 1, 1998 pp Michael T. Katola Child Care in African Society. In Eastern African Journal of Historical and Social Science Research Vol. 2 No pp Other Research Activities 1.Actively involved in fund raising through group proposal writing at St. John s Community Centre (see attachment) 2. The influence of Religious Education on Primary School Children in Pumwani Division, Nairobi Kenya (ongoing-self sponsored) 11.0 Fellowships Awarded two year scholarship by Kenyatta University to study for Master of Arts degree at the University Developing Programmes External to Kenyatta University. Appointed as a Resource person for several Programmes at the Commission for Higher Education (Now Commission for University Education) since 2002 Appointed by the Commission for Higher Education to site inspections of various universities in collaboration with the Curriculum accreditation committee. 9

10 Resource Person, Curriculum and Teaching Methodology for St. Paul s University, Faculty of Theology Staff and their Affiliated Diploma Colleges. January 6 th, Appointed as External Subject Advisor for Religious Studies, Kigali Institute of Education. October 1 st, 2007 (see attachment) Community Service and Recognition Appointed by the Ministry of Education as Board Member, Thomeandu Boys Secondary School to date. Appointed by the ACK Diocese of Nairobi as Chairman of the Board, St. John Community Centre, Pumwani Nairobi todate. Appointed by the ACK Diocese of Nairobi as Board Member, St. Johns Community Centre, Pumwani Nairobi Appointed by the ACK Diocese of Nairobi as Synod Member.2011-todate Appointed by UPEACE Africa programme as overseer UPEACE-IDRC award agreement signed between Alex Kamwaria and UPEACE. Appointed by the Overseas Ministries Study Centre as liaison coordinator of the Dictionary of African Christian Biography at Kenyatta University 13.1 External Examination : Catholic University of Eastern Africa: Examined courses in Religious Studies, Theology and Critical Thinking : Kenya Methodist University. Examined M.A Theses : Christ The Teacher Institute for Education: Examined courses in Theology, Religious Studies and Methods of Teaching : Marist International University College Examined courses in Religious Studies, theology and Critical Thinking : University of Nairobi: Examined courses in Religious Studies and Critical Thinking : Kenya Methodist University: Examined courses in Theology and Religious Studies : Daystar University: Examined courses in Theology. 10

11 14.0 Membership Member, Ecumenical Association of Third World Theologians (EATWOT) Member,Psychological Society of Kenya. Member, Organisation of Social Science Research in Eastern and Southern Africa (OSSREA) 15.0 Quality Teaching, Performance and Commitment to Duty Evaluated by students and awarded grade A (see attachment) 16.0 Academic Leadership Revised the old Curriculum at the Department in my tenure as Chairman and forwarded them to the school of Humanities and Social Sciences Curriculum Committee Represented the department in a consultative workshop on the teaching of Religious Studies in the National Universities held at Brachenhurst Baptist Conference Centre on 8 th -9th November 1996.I effected many of the recommendations during my tenure as Chairman of department Research Interest Religion and Society Sociology of Religion African Religo-cultural values Religious Education in Kenya 11

12 18.0 Academic Referees Prof. Jude Ongong a Department of Philosophy & Religious Studies Kenyatta University P.O. Box NAIROBI. Prof. Robert Murungi Department of Philosophy & Religious Studies Kenyatta University P.O. Box NAIROBI. Prof. Augustine Karugu Department of Educational Foundations Kenyatta University P.O. Box NAIROBI. 12