The Department of Emergency Management Studies is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and skills essential for effective disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. Our department plays a critical role in equipping students, professionals, and communities with the tools and understanding required to manage emergencies and build resilience in the face of natural and human-made hazards. Through a multidisciplinary approach, we focus on fostering leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on competencies in crisis management, public safety, and risk reduction.
Our programs are grounded in both theory and practice, combining academic excellence with real-world relevance. We offer a dynamic curriculum that integrates courses in disaster risk management, humanitarian response, public health emergencies, environmental hazards, and crisis communication. Students benefit from field exercises, internships, simulations, and collaborations with government agencies, NGOs, and international organizations. This practical exposure ensures our graduates are well-prepared to contribute meaningfully to emergency management efforts locally, nationally, and globally.
At the heart of our department is a commitment to community engagement, research innovation, and professional development. We actively engage in research projects that address emerging threats and vulnerabilities, while also supporting policy development and capacity building. Our faculty comprises experienced practitioners and researchers passionate about creating safer, more resilient societies. Whether you are a student, policymaker, or practitioner, the Department of Emergency Management Studies is your partner in shaping a more secure and sustainable future.
The Department of Emergency Management Studies is grounded in the philosophy that saving lives, protecting property, and preserving the environment require proactive preparedness, coordinated response, and evidence-based recovery strategies. The Department views emergency management as both a science and a service to humanity, emphasizing the importance of foresight, planning, and ethical responsibility in addressing crises of all magnitudes.
We believe that the strength of any nation lies in its capacity to anticipate emergencies and respond with efficiency, compassion, and innovation. Guided by this belief, the Department is committed to producing graduates who are skilled, adaptable, and ethically grounded professionals capable of managing emergencies across local, national, and global contexts.
Our philosophy promotes:
Proactive preparedness and resilience building, rather than reactive crisis management.
Interdisciplinary approaches that integrate technology, social sciences, environmental studies, and policy frameworks.
Research and innovation that inform risk reduction, early warning, and emergency response systems.
Community engagement and capacity development as essential components of sustainable emergency management.
Ethical and inclusive practice that respects human rights, cultural diversity, and humanitarian principles.
Ultimately, the Department of Emergency Management Studies seeks to empower learners to become leaders and innovators who enhance resilience, reduce vulnerability, and contribute to safer, more sustainable communities in alignment with Kenya’s Vision 2030 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Prof. Kennedy Onkware
- Dr. Nabiswa Fedinard
- Dr. Maiyo Angela.
- Dr Ombachi K. Nicholas
- Dr. Margaret Iyaya
- Ms. Ochiel Josephine.
