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Written by Super UserMaasai Mara University recognises the importance of partnerships and cooperation with other institutions with similar objectives for purposes of internationalisation of its programmes. The collaboration/cooperation with the University of Bordeaux will bring mutual benefits and foster cultural exchange.
Our Uniqueness as Maasai Mara University
Natural Resource Management; The Famous Mau Complex, which is under threat of depletion is just adjacent to Maasai Mara University ; the University through Research and collaboration with stakeholders and other partners can contribute significantly to restoration and scientific management of this critical resource for Sustainability.
Maasai Mara-Serengeti Ecosystem; Maasai Mara University is at the Gate of the Greater Maasai Mara-Serengeti Ecosystem 'the seventh Wonder of the World' which hosts the largest number of wildlife species on earth and which is under threat. The University is establishing Research and extension Programs in wildlife and Environmental Conservation in the effort of protecting the endangered Maasai Mara-Serengeti Ecosystem.
Tourism and Hospitality; This is Kenya's second highest income earner- the University intends to collaborate with stakeholders and other partners to strengthen these programs by; Enhancing quality human resource production Diversifying tourism products i.e. Eco-Tourism, Cultural Tourism and Community Based Tourism and Promote sustainable development of tourism resources
Cultural Heritage Development and conservation; the University is located in a Culturally rich region, Maasai Land, thus can strengthen and enhance the development of this cultural resource through Research, documentation and Preservation and foster cultural Exchange Programs with other Cultures of the World.
Indigenous knowledge; The University has the opportunity to enhance available indigenous knowledge from the local communities especially in traditional /alternative medicine from plants.
Community Health Programs; the University is located in a Rural Setting and thus it can develop Community Health Programs such as; HIV/AIDS, Public Health, Environmental Health e.t.c
Agriculture; the university is located in an area which is largely semi-arid but with a section to the north which is good for wheat farming. Other crops such as barley, maize, and potatoes e.t.c also do well. The university aims at establishing programmes to improve such activity through modern technology.
Other possible areas of collaboration/ cooperation may include; capacity building, library resources, scholarships , student and Faculty exchange as well as any areas that would be of mutual interest to both universities.
The Directorate of Linkages and Collaborations hosted Gert Bomhof, from the Netherlands. Gert Bomhof is involved in Community projects and has helped develop Nkoilale Community Development Organization in the Mara region.
The University will be working to partner with his Foundation on vocational training, exchange programmes and partnership with AERES institutions from the Netherlands.
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Partnership with University of Munster
A team of Maasai Mara University drawn from the School of Business and Economics and the Directorate of Linkages and Collaborations with partners from the University of Munster in Germany, led by Prof. Joerg Baetge. Gracing the meeting was the Ag. Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Academics and Student Affairs Prof. Obere. The meeting is part of implementation of an MoU signed between the School of Business and Economics of MMU and School of Business of University of Munster.
Prof. Joerg offered to train the School of Business and Economics on a management model (OPEX). The School of Business however embraced this model.
MMU appreciates the good gesture from Prof. Joerg to donate the model to the School of Business. This is a great tool for effective teaching of Business Students.
The two Universities will benefit from collaboration and faculty exchange programmes, joint research programmes and cultural exchanges for students.
MMU Wildlife and Environmental Club (MMUWEC)
Maasai Mara University wildlife and environmental club was formed under the Maasai Mara University clubs and societies Act. It was officially established on the 21st October 2013 as a successor of the former Narok University Wildlife and Environmental club (NUWEC) which was established in 2009. The club is also registered under the Wildlife Clubs of Kenya (WCK).
The clubs core mandate since its establishment has being to sensitize the members on the importance of conservation to the wildlife and the environment at large.
Opening of the first phase of new tuition block.
University Chancellor, Chairman Council, Vice Chancellor, Council Members and Academic Staff members during the opening of the first phase of new tuition block.