School of Humanities and Social Sciences

The Nairobi Schools Open Debate tournament: A showcase of young talent
Jul 19, 2024 - By Maria Marenga The 4th edition of the Nairobi Schools Open Debate tournament took place from July 13-14 and was organized by the Spoken Arts & Debate Society (SADS) in conjunction with the African Debate Academy. This annual event brought...    

The Criminal Justice club visits the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
Jul 19, 2024 - By William Rui The Criminal Justice Club, and their patron Ms. Terry Odhiambo visited the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions to gain an understanding on how the organization functions within the justice system. They were warmly welcomed...    

USIU-Africa students hold donation drive at Kamiti Prison
Jul 19, 2024 - By Mbaabu Kiaira USIU-Africa held a donation drive at Kamiti Medium Security Prison on Friday, July 12. The visit was a joint project between the Psychology, Criminal Justice, and International Relations Departments in conjunction with Clean Start...    

Deputy Ambassador Adriana Telles Ribeiro from the Embassy of Brazil in Nairobi delivers insightful guest lecture on women in diplomacy
Jun 7, 2024 - By Jacqueline Lidonde On June 5, the IRL 3021 African Philosophy & Ideologies class had the distinct honor of hosting Deputy Ambassador Adriana Telles Ribeiro from the Embassy of Brazil in Nairobi. This enlightening session, led by Dr. Mbae, was...    

The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice holds public lecture
May 31, 2024 - By Terry Odhiambo Dr. Eric Clark, an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Howard Community College in Maryland, United States, delivered a captivating public lecture at USIU-Africa on May 22. The lecture, part of the Horizon Project lecture...    

Bridging Diplomacy and Academia: USIU-Africa Hosts Simulation Exercise on Climate Change
May 23, 2024 - By Caleb Mukhwana. On April 5, 2024, the United States International University Africa (USIU-Africa) became the epicenter of a groundbreaking collaboration between academia, government and the diplomatic corps as it hosted a Simulation Exercise on...    

The Spoken Arts and Debate Society successfully hosts the East African World Schools Debate Championship 2024
May 23, 2024 - By Wanjiru Karugu The East African World Schools Debate Championship 2024 unfolded as a thrilling annual tournament hosted at USIU-Africa from May 10-12. This prestigious event aimed to unite the young budding debaters of East Africa in healthy...    

The Confucius classroom at USIU-Africa participate in the 23rd Chinese Bridge competition finals
May 23, 2024 - By Wanjiku Mbugua On Tuesday, May 14, three (3) Confucius Classroom at USIU-Africa students competed at the finals of the 23rd Chinese Bridge –Chinese Proficiency Competition for non-native University students’ Kenyan division. The competition...    

The Languages and Literature Department issues certificates for various languages
May 23, 2024 - By Lynnette Nzioki T he Languages and Literature Department in the School of Humanities & Social Sciences held a certificate awarding ceremony for students who completed certificate courses in English, French, Chinese, Spanish, Swahili, Basic Kenya...    

The Japanese club comes back to life after several setbacks
Apr 5, 2024 - By Randiek Ryan The Japanese club was recently revived this year by a group of vibrant students who are passionate about the language and culture in its entirety. After only getting officially elected into office a few weeks after the spring 2024...