About Us
School of Agriculture, Environment, Water and Natural Resources Management
Message from the Dean - Dr. Matheaus K. Kauti PhD.
The School of Agriculture, Environment, Water and Natural Resources Management was established in 2018, following merger of the former School of Environment and Natural Resources Management, the School of Water Resources, Science and Technology and the Institute of Mining and Mineral Processing as part of restructuring of Schools and Departments in the University. The school is a key player in fulfillment of the University’s mandate and focus in Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources Management. The school consists of three departments, namely: Department of Environmental Science and Land Resources Management; Department of Hydrology and aquatic Sciences and Department of Geology and Meteorology. The three departments in the school are mandated to prepare programmes of study geared towards the rational management and utilization of water and natural resources and environment conservation for sustainable development. The school has ongoing PhD, MSc and BSc programmes in related areas in environment, water resources, geology, meteorology, fisheries, forestry and land resources management and offer various short course. The members of staff in the school are involved in various research activities in collaboration with local and international institutions and scientists.
Read about the Dean - Dr. Matheaus K. Kauti PhD.
Vision
To provide an academically stimulating environment for training of high caliber personnel for environment, water and natural resources utilization and management
Mission
To be a school of excellence in environment, water and natural resources training, research and outreach for the advancement of human well-being
Objectives
- To train and produce qualified personnel in environment, water and natural resources management;
- To disseminate knowledge and research findings;
- To develop new market oriented academic programs;
- To participate in community outreach activities in environment, water and natural resources;
- To increase tree cover and improve landscape aesthetic in SEKU.