DR. SYLVESTER JOSEPH MWANGI MAINA
CURRICUMLUM VITAE
PERSONAL DETAILS
NATIONALITY:
Kenyan (born in Kenya)
DATE OF BIRTH:
1946
MARITAL STATUS:
Married with children
PRESENT POSITION:
Senior Lecturer, School of The Arts & Design
University of Nairobi
LANGUAGES:
English – fluent, Kiswahili – Fluent
Others – fluent and fairly satisfactory in a number
of Kenyan African Dialects and some knowledge of
Luganda and German.
ADDRESS;
Office-School of The Arts and Design, University
of Nairobi, P. O. Box 30197 ,Nairobi
Tel. 2724527or 2724524/6 Ext. 263 or 238
Private – P. O. Box 61434, Nairobi
House Tel. 543980
Email : sylvesterjmm@yahoo.com.
QUALIFICATION:
Ph.D (Design)
M.A. (Design)
B.A. (Fine Art)
Diploma Certificate (Computer)
Diploma Certificate (Architecture)
Diploma (Carpentry & Joinery)
SI Diploma Certificate (Teachers; Education)
Level I & II Certfication in Leadership
PI. Certificate (Teachers Education)
C.S. C. (G.c.E.) Cambridge School Certificate
K.A. P.E. (Kenya African Preliminary
Examination)
C.E.E. (Common Entrance Examination)
EDUCATION:
2003-2004
2000
1995
Leadership Certificates (L.T.I.)
Awarded Doctor of Philosophy Degree (Ph.D) of
the University of the Nairobi.
Bergische Universitat
Gesamthockschule Wuppertal
(Ph.D Research on Design Theory under Professor
Sigfried Maser
1991-2002
Doctoral studies at University of Nairobi and
Wuppertal University, Germany, A German
Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Scholar.
Dissertation title: “Aesthetic, Functional and Social
Cultural Significance of Traditional Art Among the
Maasai of Kenya – A study of Forms, Ornaments,
Design Patterns, Decorations and their symbolic
meaning” (Supervisors: Professor Jerry Magutu and
professor Osaga Odak)
1994:
Awarded Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery of
International Correspondence schools London.
Distant correspondent student with I.C.S. London.
1990-1994
Subject Studied:
(i)
Basic Mathematics
(ii)
Principles of Mechanics
(iii)
Basic Building Drawing
(iv)
Builders Trigonometry
(v)
Timber
(vi)
Shop and Mill Equipment
(vii) Carpentry and Joinery
(viii) Advanced Carpentry and Joinery
1993:
1989 – 1993:
Awarded Diploma in Architecture of International
Correspondence Schools, London.
Distance Correspondence student with I.C.S.
London.
Subject Studied:
(i)
Basic Mathematics
(ii)
Basic Building Drawing
(iii)
Building Construction
(iv)
Building Materials
(v)
Principles of Heating
(vi)
Ventilation and Air Conditioning
(vii) Geometric Drawing
(viii) Building Specifications
(ix)
Perspective Drawing
(x)
Shades and Shadows
(xi)
Building Supervision
(xii) Building Contracts
(xiii) Building Regulations
(xiv) The Factory Act
2
1991
Oct.1991-March 1992
Awarded diploma certificate in Computer Studies
Computer studies at Maison de Francaise French
Cultural and Co-operation Centre.
Course Studied:
(i)
Introduction for Word processing (software
programme works)
(ii)
Introduction to spread sheet and data
Base(software Programme works)
(iii)
Word processing (software programme
word)
(iv)
Advanced course (in application chosen to
specialize) in word processing (soft ware
programme word).
1984
Awarded Master of Arts (M.A.) in Design
Master of Arts in Design Post-graduate course at the
University of Nairobi Thesis title: Traditional
African Graphic Design in Kenya (Form Content
Appreciation and Communication (Supervisors:
Professor Henry wood, Professor S.M.A. Sagaaf
and Dr. Gideon Hanjari)
1981
Awarded Certificate letter of Recommendation.
Sept.1980-Jan.1981
Post-graduate course at Goldsmiths, University
College, University of London
1980
Feb. – July 1980
1974
Subject Studies:
(i)
Printing
(ii)
Interglio
(iii)
Theory of Art and Design
(iv)
Typography
(v)
History of Art, Design and Architecture,
(vi)
Film and Video
(vii) Graphic Design
(viii) Photography
(ix)
Freehand Drawing
(x)
Illustration
(xi)
Post-graduate research on Graphic Design
under Mr. Brazil)
Awarded Certificate of Attendance in German
Language.
German Language beginners course at Goethe
Institute, Nairobi.
Awarded and Grduated with Bachelor of Arts
(B.A.) degree in Fince Art. Upper Second class
Honours. University of Nairobi.
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1971-1974
Undergraduate studies, University of Nairobi.
Course Studied:
(i)
Graphic Design
(ii)
Textile Design
(iii)
Sculpture
(iv)
Free Hand Drawing
(v)
Instrumental Drawing
(vi)
Painting
(vii) Typography
(viii) Printing Techniques
(ix)
Anthropology
(x)
Social and Cultural Studies
(xi)
Form Content Appreciation
(xii) Photography
(xiii) Communication
(xiv) Philosophy
(xv) Materials
1969
Awarded S1 Teachers Diploma Certificate.
Kenyatta College (Teacher Education Department
T.E.D.)
December 1969 : Specialized Teachers Education at
Kenyatta College (T.E.D.)
January 1969
Specialized subjects Studied:
(i)
Graphics
(ii)
Sculpture
(iii)
Pottery
(iv)
Painting
(v)
Drawing
(vi)
Research Project
(vii) Theory and History of Art
(viii) Textile Printing
(ix)
Foundations of Education
(x)
Psychology
(xi)
Organization
(xii) Administration
(xiii) Philosophy
(xiv) Other techniques of Art and Crafts
(xv) Teaching Practice
1968:
Awarded P1 Teachers Certificate
St. John’s Teachers College, Kilimambogo
Studying for teacher education at St. Johns Teachers
College, Kilimambogo Thika.
4
1966
1963- 1966
1961-1962
Subject Studied:
(i)
English
(ii)
Mathematics
(iii)
Science (Chemistry, Physics and Biology)
(iv)
Geography
(v)
History
(vi)
Kiswahili
(vii) Art and Crafts and Pottery
(viii) Physical Education, Games and Sports,
(ix)
Religious Education
(x)
Music
(xi)
Foundations of education
(xii) School Organisation
(xiii) Child Psychology
(xiv) Philosophy of Education
(xv) Teaching Methodology
(xvi) Research Project
(xvii) Teaching Practice.
Awarded Cambridge School Certificate of the
University of Cambridge Examination Syndicate at
City High School, Nairobi.
Student at City High School Nairobi, Kenya
Subjects Studies (Majors)
(i)
Mathematics
(ii)
English
(iii)
General Science (chemistry physics and
biology)
(iv)
Health Science
(v)
Commerce
(vi)
Geography
(vii) History
(viii) Bible knowledge
(ix)
Art
A Student at Fellowship High School, Kampala,
Uganda
1960
Awarded Certificate of Kenya African Preliminary
Examination at St. Peter Claver’s Intermediate
School.
1957-1960
A student at St. Peter Clavers Intermediate School,
Nairobi
Subject Studied:
(i)
Mathematics
(ii)
English
(iii)
Religion
(iv)
Rural Science
5
1956
(v)
Carpentry
Passed Common Entrance Examination at St.
Joseph Primary School
1954-1956
A student at St. Josephs Primary School (Present St.
Brigid’s) Nairobi.
1953
Iyego Primary School Kangema
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
1976-2006
University of Nairobi – School of The Arts &
Design.
Main Activities
(i)
Teaching design courses at graduate and
post-graduate levels.
(ii)
Research in uses of design in human life.
Analysis of design materials for enhancing
design as a problem- solving activity and
process. Study of design theory as an
aesthetic need for people.
(iii)
Design Education curricula development.
(iv)
Supervision of students theses and final year
undergraduate projects and portifolios.
(v)
External Examiner invited by other
universities and colleges.
(vi)
Private professional consultancies as basis
for training design students.
(vii) Collecting teaching aids on design artifacts
from all over the world for teaching
Graduate and undergraduate students.
(viii) Training students in Freehand Drawing,
Form Content Appreciation, Social and
Cultural Studies, Ergonomics, Structures
History of Art and Design, Textile Design,
Graphic Design, Illustration , Sculpture, 3d
Studies, 2d studies, Design Theory.
1992
Woodgrave College of Fashion (part of Barbra
Education Institutes of UK) part-time (FebruaryMarch).
Main Activities
(i)
Teaching Textile Design, History of
Costumes, Theory and Practice of Art and
Design and Principles of Textiles Skills.
(ii)
Curricular development.
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(iii)
Professional demonstration of printing of
textiles.
1984-1985, 2000 –todate
Guest participant in reviewing, criticism and
teaching of planning projects for M.A. Postgraduate students. Department of Urban and
Regional Planning (DURP) University of Nairobi.
1987
Senior Lecturer, School of The Arts & Design
(U.O.N.)
1980-1987
1977-1980
Main Activities
(i)
Teaching as indicated above
(ii)
Research as indicated above
Lecturer , School of The Arts & Design
(i)
Teaching as indicated above
(ii)
Research as indicated above
Tutorial Fellow, School of The Arts & Design
Main Activities
(i)
Master of Arts in Design research and
theoretical framework.
(ii)
Workshop and studio supervision
(iii)
Teaching as indicated above
(iv)
Research on traditional African design in
Kenya.
(v)
Experimental uses of design to various
human needs.
(vi)
Testing and optimization of design
concepts on industrial and commercial
practices in Kenya.
1976-1977
1974-1976
Graduate Assistant, School of The Arts & Design
(U.O.N.)
Main Activities
(i)
Teaching as indicated above
(ii)
Research as indicated above
Tutor, Kamwenja Teachers College ‘Nyeri’
Main Activities
(i)
Teaching Art, crafts, sculpture, pottery,
teaching methodology, teaching practice.
(ii)
Field supervision
(iii)
Curricular development
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1970 – 1971
Tutor, St Marks Teacher College, Embu,
Main Activities
(i)
Teaching as indicated above
(ii)
Professional practice as indicated above.
PUBLICATION
Refereed Journals & Book Chapters
2005
Maina S.J.M.The Role of a Designer in making
Kenya a Planning Society, Africa Habitat Review. A
Journal of the Built Environment.
2005
Maina S.J.M.Analysis of the Design As A
Fundamental Human and Social Need. African
Habitat Review , A journal of the Built Environment,
U.O.N.
2004
Maina S.J.M. Ethnic Art Forms and Design Patterns
As Agents to Transformation and Adaption
(BI/MSS/2017B). The Academy of African sciences
Nairobi. Discovery and Innovation.
2004
Maina S.J.M. The role of Language As A Tool of
Interpreting the Social and Cultural Meaning of
Traditional Art Forms and Design Patterns. A Case
of Aesthetic, Functional and Symbolic Meaning of
Maasai Shields B1/Mss/2017A. The African
Academy of Sciences. NRB. Discovery and
Innovation.
2003-2004.A.1.1
Maina S.J.M. , Where do Textile Design Students Go
After Training at Dept. of Design U.O.N. A look at
the Textile Syllabus of the dept. B1/MSS/2017. The
African Academy of Sciences Nrb. Discovery And
Innovation.
2002
Rukwaro, Robert W, Mugenda Avel G., (Maina
S.J.M. forward)
Representation Techniques In Building Drawing
P.111-IV
Published by Applied Research and Training Services
(ARTS)
Printed by Paretto Agencies, Nairobi
ISBN 9966-9702 – 1- 5
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1999
Ayiemba E.H.O., Otunga R., Oketch B.A., Maina
S.J.M., Sabana B. Impact Assessment Study on
Technological Based Enterprise Projects in Kenya
Institute for Development Studies IDS (U.O.N.) pp
75-84.
1999
Ayiemba E.H.O. Oketch B.A., Bwisa H. Aduda K.,
Sabana B., Maina S.J.M. (1999). Proposal for Pilot
Impact Assessment of Department of International
Development for International Development/British
Aided Small Enterprises DFID/BASE. Support
Technology Development In Kenya. IDS (U.O.N.) pp
1-12.
1999
Ayiemba E.H.O. Oketch B.A., Bwisa H., Aduda K.,
Sabana B. Maina S.J.M. (1999) Organisation
Questionnaires for Impact Assessment of Technology
Based (BDS) projects in Kenya. Institute of
Development Studies, University of Nairobi
Case studies of Approtec Kenya. The Pedal Pump
and Kick pp 1-8 and 1-19.
1999
Ayiemba E.H.O., Muchiri M., Ondienge P., Otunga
R.N. Njeru E., rono P., Aduda K.,Njoka J. Sabena B.,
Bwisa H. Odulajah O.L. Wegulo F. , Maina, S., 1999.
Information – Based Business Development Services
in Kenya Institute For Development Studies
University of Nairobi Occassional Paper No. 66
pp. 11-13, 18 and 91 –106
(Appropriate Design Application for
Entrepreneurship and sustainable business
development.
1999
Ayiemba E.H.O., Otunga r., Oketch B.A., Maina
S.J.M. Sabana B. Aduda K. Bwisa H. (1999).
Technology Based Business Development Services in
Kenya. Institute For Development Studies University
of Nairobi Occasional Paper. No. 67. pp. 23-56, 84-86
and 95-104. (Appropriate Design application for
entrepreneurship and sustainable business
development)
1999
Ayiemba E.H.O., Otunga R. Oketch B.A., Maina S.,
Sabana B., Aduda K., Bwisa H. (1999). Reme
Background paper on Technology based. Enterprises.
Institute for Development Studies University of
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1999
1998
1998
Nairobi. (Appropriate Design Technology and
Information).
Maina S.J.M.(1999) BIFA Contribution to Modern
Art and Design Teaching in Nairobi and Investigation
Research Report. Pp 1-12.
Maina S.J. M.et al. (1998) Diploma in Building
Construction Kenya Institute of Education (K.I.E.)
Nairobi. Technical Education Programmes (TEP) pp
450-501.
Maina S.J.M. et al (1998) Diploma in Sculpture.
Kenya Institute of Education (K.I.E.) Technical
Education Programme pp. 1-54.
1998
Maina S.J.M. Oloo J. , (1998) Artisan Trust. Baseline
Information Institute for Development Studies
University of Nairobi . Reme and A.S.Research
Project (Research Monitoring and Evaluation)
1998
Ayiemba E.H. O. , Otunga R., Oketch B.A, Maina
S.J.M. Sabana B., Aduda K., Bwisa H., (1998).
Business Development Services and Profiles of
Projects. Institute for Development Studies,
University of Nairobi. (Review of Literature by
Research Monitoring and Evaluation (REME) Team,
pp17-22.
1998
Ayiemba E.H. O. Otunga R., Oketch B.A., Maina
S.J.M. Sabana B., Aduda K., Bwisa H., (1998).
Research Monitoring and Evaluation (Reme)
Background Monitoring and Evaluation services in
Kenya. Institute For Development Studies University
of Nairobi.
pp. 1-32
1997
Maina S.J.M. et al. (1997) Diploma in Architecture
Syllabi and Regulations. Kenya Institute of Education
(K.I.E.) Nairobi Technical Education Programmes
pp.421 – 484.
1996
Maina S.J.M. (1996) Africa: The Art of a continent.
Deutschland. A magazine on politics, culture,
business an science (published). D20027f No.2 1996
E6.67.
Frankfurter Societats
Druckerel GMbH 1996
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Verlag and Press and Information Office
Feb. Govt. Bonn
ISSN 0947 – 3068, pp 27, 40-42
1995
Maina S.J.M. et. al
Africa: The Art of A Continent. Royal Academy of
Arts (RAA) London Catologue. No. 2.24 ab.
1993
Maina S.J.M. et al (1994) Diploma in Graphic
Design, Textile Design, Painting and Sculpture. Buru
Buru Institute of Fine Art (BIFA) Nairobi. Pp. 50201.
1993
Maina S.J.M. (1993) “African Art”
Emory, U.S.A
1992
Maina S.J.M. (1992) Jua Kali
In Kasfir, SCL. (ed.) Jua Kali Iwowa City Third
World Mode of Production or The New African
Aesthetics, Trienvia Symposium in African Art.
1974
Maina S. J.M. (1974) Research documents on African
Traditional Artifacts, Design Theory, Freehand
Drawing, Advertising Design, Typography, Three
Dimensional Studies (3D), Ergonomics,
Communication Theory, Form Content Appreciation,
Cost Planning and Spinning, Textile Design, Fashion
Design, Social and Ceramic, Glass and Plastics,
Sculpture Industrial Design, Illustration and Industrial
Application.
Teaching Notes, Department of Design and
University of Nairobi.
19971/1972
Maina S.J.M. Rev. Kamenyi J., (1971/1972)
Reprinted (1980s and 1990s). The Music of Kenya,
Nairobi.
REFEREED CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS
2001
Maina S.J.M. (2001) The Role of a Designer In A
Planning Society. Making Kenya A Planning
Society. Problems Challenges and Opportunities
Department of Urban and Regional Planning
(DURP) Safari Club, Nairobi.
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2000
1997
Maina S.J.M. (2000). The Relevance of Design in
Rectifying Aestheic Deficiences in Urban
Management Plans. Regional Conference on Urban
Land Management Practices in Eastern Africa.
(Design Section pp 1-22) Department of Land
Development (U.O.N.) Safari Club Nairobi.
Maina S.J.M. (1997) Design Education and
Transformation in Culture: Transofrmation Through
Social and Historical Developments. Tecnikon
Pretoria, Pretoria South Africa. IIIrd
International Conference on Design Education in
Developing countries. Paper No.29 Design
Education Forum of South Africa (DEFSA)and
Technikon, Pretoria Journalism Department. No.
1223 DESA/DISABS.
1997
Maina S.J.M. (1997) The Role of Language As A
Tool of Interpreting The Social and Cultural
Meaning of Traditional Art Forms and Design
Patterns. A Case Study of Aesthetic, Functional
and Symbolic Meaning of Maasai Sheilds. Moir
University Seminar.
Pp 1-19 (Visual Language Section)
1995
Maina S.J.M. (1995) Maasai Art and Graphic
Symbols: Wuppertal University, Germany (paper
and video film presentation).
1995
Maina S.J.M. (1995) Maasai Art and Graphic
Symbols.; Wuppertal University, Germany (paper
and video film presentation).
1994
Maina S.J.M. (1995) A Study of Employment
Opportunities For University of Nairobi Design
Graduates. A Study of Employment Opportunities
For University of Nairobi Design Graduates.
Penninsula Technikon, Cape Town South Africa
11nd International Conference of Professional
Design Educators SABS paper no.33 (Design
Education Forum of South Africa and Peninsula
Technikon, PENTECH J. DEPT. SAD. ICSID,
SDSA @ (1995).
1995
Maina S.J.M. (1994) Shapping Future Designers
Training In An Information Based Society with
Special Reference to Computers. Industrial Design
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Centre, Indian Institute of Technology (IDC/IIT)
Bombay India (pp.1-9)
1994
Maina S.J.M. (1994) The Influence of Maasai
Customs on Their Cultural Implements and
ornaments. A study of Traditional Lifestyle of A
people. Kenyatta University Cultural Week Seminar
(K.U.).
1994
Maina S.J.M. (1994) Why Design Education is Key
to Child Development. Bloemfontein, South Africa
Design
Education Forum (DEF).
1993
Maina S.J.M. (1993). An Analysis of Forum
Content Appreciation of Traditional Art Forms and
Design Patterns of The Maasai of Kenya. Design
Education and Re-Appreciation of Own heritage
and Sensitivity for Circumstantial Needs. Durban,
South Africa. Design Education for Developing
Countries. Design Education Forum for south
Africa & SABS, ICSID, Technikon ML Sultan.
Paper No. 18 ISBN. O. 626-09414-3.
1996
Maina S.J.M (1993). Effects of Social Cultural
Dynamics on Modern Maasai Art Forms Egerton
University Njoro Okot’ P’ Bitek Arts Festival
Seminar.
1989
Maina S.J.M. (1989), Moving Murals for Nairobi
Berger Paints/Kenya. Bus Service/University of
Nairobi (B.P./KBS/UON) project SOKONI,
Marketing Society of Kenya (MSK) Journal
Volume 3 Number1 (Vol.3.No.1) pp(1) & 22-33.
1987
Maina S.J.M. (1987), The Application of Graphic
Design To Informing Readers: And Non-Readers.
The Art of Traditional African Signs and Symbols
In Kenya.
French Cultural and Co-operation Centre, Nairobi.
No. AEB/Ano12 Appendix 3 CC-89/S-16.
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1987
Maina S.J.M. (1987) Graphic Design for
Development French Cultural and Co-operation
Centre, Nairobi UNESCO PARIS & ICOGRADA
Report Studies.
NO. AEB/ANo12 pp.6-20.
1985
Maina S.J.M. (1985) Promotion of Research
Oriented Education and Training of African
Universities. DSCE/GTZ/DADD, K.I.C.C. Nairobi.
PRESENTATION IN CONFERENCE
2004
Maina S.J.M. Modern Trends in Fashion Design
ADD Design Seminar
2002
Maina S.J.M. (2002) Where Do Textile Design
Students Go after Training At the Department of
Design, University of Nairobi. A look at The
Textile Design Syllabus of the Department.
I.A.S., U.O.N.
2001
Maina S.J.M. (2001), Application of Design Theory
In Computer Aided Design Department of Design
Seminar UON.
1994
Maina S.J.M. (1994) Traditional African Shapes
Are Relevant to Modern Building Ceramics.
Florence, Italy. 8th Cimtac World Ceramic
Conference.
1994
Maina S. J.M., (1994) An Anaysis of the Impact of
Design In Commerce (situation in Developing
Countries) Singapore. Fourth International Design
Forum.
1991
Maina S. J. M. Mayienga J.S. (1991) The Way
Forward. In Designing of New University of
Nairobi Academic And Graduation Gowns.
Research Report & Designs. Department of
Design/Deans Committee Project. U.O.N.
1991
Maina S.J.M. (1991) The Role Of Visual
Communication In The Preservation Of Our
Enviroment.
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British Council Nairobi
Youth Environment Painting
Exhibition. BC & Environment NGO
1991
Maina S.J.M. (1991): Why Design Is Relevent in
The Training of Science Teachers Kenya Science
Teachers College (KSTC, Nairobi)
1990
Maina S.J.M. (1990), Research Report On The
Designing of Chancellor’s Court.
U.O.M./MOPW/N.C.C. project, Nairobi.
1989
Maina S.J.M. (1989). The Importance of Art, Crafts
and Design in Science and The Teaching of
Science. Kenya Science Teachers College (KSTC)
Nairobi
1989
Maina S.J.M. (1989); Signifiance of Art, And
Design In Enhancing Skills of Pre-Primary School
Children C.F.N. School (C.M. Society) Nairobi
1988 & 1989
Maina S.J.M. Research Reports (Classified) On
Design of Kenyan Car (Six designs In Number)
Numberical Machine Corporation (NMC) U.O.N.
1988
Maina S.J.M. (1988) Research and Technical
Report of Joint Universities Float for 25th Uhuru
Celebrations. U.O.N.
1987
Maina S.J.M. (1987) Research and Technical
Report on Local Product Project (N.M.C.)
Emphasis on Machine Tools (CLASSIDEID
INFORMATION)
Milan, Italy & Athens, Greece and University of
Nairobi.
1986
Maina S.J.M. (1986) The Role and Status of
Handicraft in Development in Kenya.
Six Eight Hotel, Nairobi.
IDRC & IAS (UON) sponsored (6-7 February).
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1985
Maina S.J.M. (1985) Freehand Drawing and Printed
Graphics. Goethe Institute Nairobi. Paper on
Elizabeth – Roost of West Germany Exhibtion.
1975
Maina S.J.M. (1976) Art and Craft Education to
Primary School Inspectors and Supervisors.
Kagumo Teachers College Nyeri.
BOOKS
2006
Maina S.J.M. & Mahugu, P. Printing Technology
U.O.N. S.E.S.
2006
Mwituria S& Maina S.J.M., Language of Art and
Design.
2005
Rukwaro R.& Maina S.J.M. Transformation of
Maasai Art and Architecture. INSB 99669702 –23. Nairobi.
2002
Rukwaro R., Mugenda A.G. & (Maina S.J.M.).
(2002) Representation Techniques in Building
Drawing.
1999
Maina S.J.M. Gitonga E. (1999)
Art and Craft Book for Standard Three Kenya
Institute of Education (K.I.E.) pp. 1-60.
1992
Maina S.J.M. (1992) Graphic Design and Desktop
A Book.
(i)
On History of Art and Design
(ii)
Overviw of Visual Communication
(iii)
Materials for Design
(iv)
Terms and Definitions of Art and Design
(v)
Anatomy of Type
(vi)
Personality of Lettering
(vii) Elements of Advertising
(viii) Book Stand Display
(ix)
Introduction To African Art
(x)
Application of African Art in Modern
Design.
(xi)
Freehand Drawing
(xii) History of Typesetting and Materials for
Typography (Daystar University Nairobi)
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1992
Maina S.J.M. et al. (1992) The Kanu Manifesto
1992 (Arts,Culture, Welfare) (UON)
(pp. 1-IV) (pp1) (pp 47-64).
1976
Maina S.J.M. Mwathi P.G.m Nyaga J.J., (1976)
Teaching Manual (Test Book) For In-Service
Teacher Training.
Kenya Institute of Education (K.I.E.) Nairobi
BOOKS EDITED
1988 – todate
Maina S.J.M. et al. Art and Craft – A Teachers
Handbook by Webbo E.B. Kenya Institute of
Education (K.I.E.) Nairobi.
Maina S.J.M. et al.Metalwork Design – Crafts
Education. by Pettit T.K. Kenya Institute of
Education (K.I.E.) Nairobi.
Maina S.J.M. et al., Theory and Practice in Basic
Woodwork – Crafts for Primary Schools, Book One
by Mwainge G. Kenya Institute of Education
(K.I.E.) Nairobi.
Maina S.J.M. et al. Art and Crafts – Upper Primary
Syllabus for Standard I, by Malkiat S. & Smith D.
Kenya Institute of Education (K.I.E.) Nairobi.
Maina S.J.M., Primary Art and Crafts – Standard 7,
by Njagi S. and Berluti A Kenya Institute of
Education (K.I.E.) Nairobi
Maina S.J.M. et al Primary Art and Craft Standard
8, by Njagi S. and Berluti A., Kenya Institute of
Education of Education (K.I.E.) Nairobi.
Maina S.J.M. et al Art and Craft – Teachers Guide
for Standard 5, by Malkiat S. and Smith D.Kenya
Institute of Education (K.I.E.) Nairobi.
Maina S.J.M. et al Art and Craft – Teachers Guide
for Standard 5, by Maina S.J. M. et al Art and Craft
– Teachers Guide for Standard 4, by Kenya
Institute of Education (KIE) Nairobi.
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Maina S.J.M. et al., Primary Art and Craft for
Standard 4, by Njagi S. and Berluti A. Kenya
Institute of Education (K.I.E.) Nairobi.
Maina S.J.M. et al. Arts and Crafts – Lower
Primary Syllabus for Standard 3, by Malkiat, S. and
Smith D. Kenya Institute of Education (K.I.E.)
Nairobi.
Maina S.J.M. et al , Art and Design for Form 1 and
2, by Digolo, O.O.. and Orchardons-Mazrui Kenya
Institute of Education (K.I.E.) Nairobi.
Maina S.J.M. et al., Home Economics Teaching
Manual by Oniango M., for U.O. N. Press.
Maina S.J.M. et. Al., Revision Woodwork,
metalwork, Building Construction and Drawing for
Standard 8. by Kenya Institute of Education (K.I.E.)
Nairobi.
Maina S.J.M. et.al. Revision Woodwork,
Metalwork, Building Construction and Drawing for
Standard 8. by Kenya Institute of Education
(K..I.E.) Nairobi.
RESEARCH INTERESTS
Intellectual Property Law and Design (2002)
A detailed Study of Indigenous Art and design
(1996 todate) Australia Humanities Research
Centre, Australian National University – Camberra
– Australia
Modern trends of Art & Design 2006.
PARTICIPATION IN ACADEMIC INTERESTS
2006
Design Seminar on Fashion Design,ADD, U.O.N.
2005
Design Seminar on I.D. and the Jua Kali U.O.N.
U.O.N.
2004
Design Seminar on product Design A.D.D.
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1997
Seminar on Baseline Information on Micro
Entrepreneur in Kenya Eldoret REME & IDS
(UON).
1997
Seminar on Impact Assessment Study on
Technology Information and Services Based
Enterprises, Machakos REME & IDS (U.O.N.)
Seminar on Reme Impact Assessment/Machakos
REME & IDS (UON)
The “University of Nairobi Convocation Seminar at
U.O.N. (30th October).
“Environmental sound technologies. Incentives for
Transfers” by Edith Mnerie” Urban Planning in
developing countries. The case of Kenya by
I.Karanja Mwangi”, seminar. Sponsored by Acts
Policy Outlook at Professional Centre. Nairobi.
1997
1993
1993
1993
The 25th Anniversary of Humane Vitae – save the
African Family through our Lady of Africa,
International Conference. Sponsored by Family
Life Counseling Association of Kenya at Technical
Teachers College (K.T.T.C.) (22-28 August).
1993
The “Capacity - building and indigenous
publishing” by A.A.A. Ekirapa, Alison Field Juma,
Jose Kadhi and Eva Ndavu (Mrs). Sponsored by
ACTS Policy Outlook at Professional Centre,
Nairobi (18th August).
1993
“Growth and the organization of production case
studies from Nairobi garment industry – discussion
paper No.294” by Dortothy McCormick and Grace
Ongili seminar I.D.S. U.O.N. (5th August).
1993
“Policy and Planning task group (PPTG – Ministry
of Education and Public Universities”, seminar at
Pan Africa Hotel Nairobi (30-11 July).
1993
The “Wildlife Conservation in Kenya. Institutional
change and techno-scientific capacity” by John
Mugabe and “The decentralization process in
Kenya. The place of local authorities”but Arthur
Eshiwani, seminar. Sponsored by ACTS Policy
Outlook at Professional Centre, Nairobi (25th May).
1993
“Environmental, history, land use policy and the dry
forest in Ukambani,” seminar by Dr. Dainne
Rocheleau of Department of Georgrpahy, Clrake
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Unviersity, Worester, Massachussetts, U.S.A.
Sponsored by ACTs Plicy Outlook at Professional
Centre (7th May).
1993
The “African women, as environmental managers &
African Centre for Technological Studies” seminar.
Sponsored by Acts Policy Outlook at Professional
Centre (19th March).
1992
The “Revegetative and soil conservation in Semiarid Kenya, Technical success and policy
challenges” Seminar sponsored by ACTS Policy
Outlook at Professional Centre (24th June).
1992
“Workshop on participatory rural appraisal in
Kenya” at Silver Springs Hotel, Nairobi.
1992
The “Genetic resources and intellectual property
protection. Policy considerations for developing
countries. Sponsored by ACTS Policy Outlook at
Professional Centre, Nairobi. Speakers; Dr.
Mohammed Khalil of Science Policy Research
Unity, University of Sussex. Brighton U.K.
(29/7/92).
1992
The Graphic Design and Desktop” Seminar at
Daystar University. Nairobi. 25/5-10/6/92 Produced
a book manuscript.
African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS)
policy outlook seminar on Technology Transfer and
Sustainable Development. (Policy lessons form the
1992 Rio Conference) Nairobi 2nd September 1992.
1992
1992
The African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS)
policy outlook seminar on Managing Wildlife in
Kenya (New Policy Directions) Nairobi, 27th May
1992.
1989
Staff workshop, Silver Springs, Hotel 27th May
1989.
1988
An International Wildlife conference on
Conservation at Nairobi Museum, Nairobi.
1988
The “Birth Centinary of Pandit Jawharalal Nehru”
seminar (14-11-1988).
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1987
The “Dental Health Research” Seminar at KEMRI
Nairobi (20-11-1987).
1987
“Graphic Design for Development” seminar
sponsored by UNESCo & ICORADA at French
Cultural Centre, Nairobi (June 1987).
1987
The “European Machine Tool Exhibition” for a
major technical research and report, Milan, Italy.
Did a major research (Classfied report to NMC
project for National Industrilization (15-22 October
1987).
1987
The “Healthy Teeth for Life. National Dental
Health Action Month” Seminar at Norfolk Hotel,
Nairobi. Sponsored by Colgate Palmolive Ltd.
1987
Seminar on Alternative Construction Technologies
(Fibre Concrete Tiles and Stabilised Soil Blocks)
Sponsored by HRDU Intermediate Technology
Group (ITDG) and Action Aid (Kenya) Silver
Spring Hotel Nairobi.
1986
Symposium on Urban Climatology in Tropical
Countries. Effect of Climate on Urbanisation in the
Tropics. U.O.N. UNEF, International Federation for
Housing and Planning (IFHP) UNCHS, HABITAT
sponsored. April 1986.
1980
The”Management seminar for Chairmen”
Sponsored by U.O.N. at Silver Springs Hotel
Nairobi (27-29 August).
1986
The “interaction of man, space and environment
over time,” seminar. Sponsored by (public Law
Institute) PLI & U.O.N. Silver Springs Hotel.
Nairobi.
1986
“The role and status of Handicraft in Kenya
Development, Seminar and Workshop. Sponsored
by IDRC & I.A. S. (U.O.N.) at 80 Hotel, Nairobi
(6-7 February).
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1986
The fiberglass open-day. Seminar and workshop
Organized by Synresins Ltd. Industrial Area
Nairobi (24-1-1986).
1985
The “International Conference on Promotion of
Research Oriented Education and Training at
African Universities” Sponsored by G.T.Z. D.S.E.
& DAAD (1727 September) K.I.C.C.
1971 and 1970
1968
Staff and students works exhibited at ASK Embu
Show.
(i) Murals, for permanent exhibition at Kenyatta
University.
(ii)Three Dimentional (3D) works permanently
exhibited at K.U.
Group exhibition at ASK Show Nairobi.
1968
Group exhibition at Thika
1069 to date
SOME PUBLIC LECTURES AND ADJUDICATIONS
1996 – Date
Art, Design & Multi-MEDIA PANELS.
1995
Maina S.J.M., (1995) Maasai Art and how it is
influenced by Maasai culture. A lecture at,
Wuppertal University. Germany.
1993
Maina S.J.M. et al (1993) 30th Anniversary of
Independence. Member of Jury for the celebrations
and the production of logo/Emblem. Ministry of
Public Works MOPW (Nairobi).
1991
Maina S.J.M. Marete J., A judge of floor displays at
Kenya Science Teachers Collage Variety Show.
Also gave a lecture.
1991
Maina S.J.M. Lukwago, (1991) Chief Judge at a
book fair “Christian books Association Book Fair”.
All Saints Cathedral Nairobi (December).
1991
Maina S.J.M. Mwagiru (1991) A lecture on Youth
and Environment. Also Chairman of judges at
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Youth Environment Painting Exhibition. British
Council Nairobi.
1991
Maina S.J.M. et Al (1991) In the panel of judges for
the appropriate logo for Kenya National Theatre
Nairobi.
1990
Maina S.J.M. Marete J., 1990 A judge of floor
display at Kenya Science Teachers College Variety
Show, Nairobi, Gave a lecture.
1989
Maina S.J.M. et. Al (1989). One of the judges at
Association of Professional advertisers Creative
Awards Competitions. Nairobi.
1989
Maina S.J.M. (1989) key lecture on Art and
Children. Also officially opened an art/crafts
exhibition of children and staff as well as a
workshop. (Nairobi).
1989
Maina S.J.M., Marete J,. 1989 one of the judges at
Kenya Science Teachers College floor displays in
their Annual variety show. Also gave a lecture.
1988
Maina S.J.M. et. Al (1988)
Member of jury for 10th/25th Anniversary
commenrative monument “Nyayo monument” at
Central Park Nairobi. I was consulted as Chief
Designer and Artist to the Studies and portifolio
presentations.
1988
Maina S.J.M. et all (1988). One the judges of
exhibits for wildlife clubs of Kenya at National
Museum. Nairobi 4th November 1988).
1986
Maina S.J.M. , Marete J., (1986) was chief Judge at
Kenya Science Teachers College (KSTC) Variety
Show Nairobi. Also gave a lecture (October 1986).
1986
Maina S.J.M. (1986) A lecture on the relevance of
Art to our future” at LCVR (July 1986).
1985
Maina S.J.M. (1985) Gave the Key note lecture on
“Freehand Drawing Drawing and printed graphics
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was the guest of honour and officially opened
exhibition by Elizabeth – Bieneck Roos of West
Germany Nairobi (29th October 1985).
1984
Maina S.J.M. et. Al (1984) judge at children’s
painting organized by Red Cross Society of Kenya
at British Council ICEA building of Nairobi.
1976
Maina S.J.M. et al (1976) judging primary schools
Art/Crafts exhibition. Provincial level, Thika.
1975
Maina S.J.M. et. Al (1975) judging of primary
schools art/crafts exhibitions at district level,
Kerugoya Town.
1971
Maina S.J.M. et al (1971) judging of primary
schools art/crafts exhibitions at district levl,
Kerugoya Town.
1971
Maina S.J.M. et al (1971) judging of primary
schools art/craft exhibition at division level, Ishiara
Embu.
1970
1970
Maina S.J.M. et. Al (1970) judging of primary
schools art/craft exhibition at division level, Ishiara
Embu.
Maina S.J.M. et al (1970) judging of primary
Schools Art/Craft exhibitions at local level, Embu.
ONGOING STUDY INTERESTS
Leadership Diploma LTI
Leadership Certificate – Leadership Training
Institute at CCD ( a resource center of the
ACCEA) Nairobi.
Certificate of Competence – Writers College
London (WCL)
D.B. A Research
MBA Research
Diploma, B.A. M.A. in Interior Design. Rhodec
International, Brighton, London.
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AWARDS
1995
Certificate of Achievement – Cape of Good Hope,
South Africa.
1998
Certificate of Recognition – Family Caring Trust
(OLOP) Nairobi.
1994
Certificate of Participation – Nairobi ASK
International Show.
1991
DAAD research Fellowship for Doctoral Studies
(U.O.N. and Wuppertal University)
1991
Certificate of participation in Environment Painting
British Council.
1990
Certificate of Participation – University of Nairobi
Chancellor’s Court project. Office of the President.
1990
Certificate of Participation – Ministry of Works
(G.K.) Chancellor’s Court project.
1986-1995
Design, exhibition and displays 1st position, 2nd
positions a top awards every year at Nairobi ASK
International Show.
1979
Inter-University Council Scholarship for post
graduate for post graduate study at Goldsmiths
College of the University of London.
1977
Deans Committee research award for M.A. Thesis
University of Nairobi.
1970-1971
1st prizes (twice) for best designs, exhibitions and
displays for St. Marks Teacher College, Kigari at
ASK Embu Show.
1968
Prizes for best artist in several categories during Art
and Craft and Science exhibitions for St.John’s
Teachers College, Kilimambogo Thika.
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