South Eastern Kenya University is growing as a key player in engineering education, thanks in large part to our partnership with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Kenya Section. One of the most significant outcomes of this collaboration was the successful hosting of the IEEE Electronics Packaging Society (EPS) Summer School 2026, where students gained exposure to emerging technologies, expert-led discussions, and valuable networking opportunities
In the wake of changing times and rapid development of technology, engineering education is no longer confined to class rooms and laboratory work. Engineers of today need not only technical skills but also leadership, communication and problem solving abilities. And by partnering with IEEE, SEKU prepares students to excel in this ever-changing field of engineering. IEEE, the largest technical professional society in the world, unites more than half a million members worldwide. By being part of IEEE, SEKU's students get access to international publications, conferences, webinars, technical standards, mentoring programs, scholarships, etc.
Right at the heart of the collaboration is IEEE SEKU Student Branch that allows students to participate in various technical workshops, coding, seminars, innovation competitions, outreach programs, and leadership development initiatives. This experience bridges the gap that lies between theory and practice. South Eastern Kenya University hosted the IEEE Electronics Packaging Society (EPS) Summer School 2026, bringing together students, researchers, industry experts and academic leaders for two days of learning, innovation and collaboration. The IEEE EPS Summer School offered participants a chance to get exposed to cutting-edge technologies such as semiconductor technologies, electronic packaging, manufacturing, system integration, and reliability engineering. It allowed the students to familiarize themselves with technological advancements and their future career opportunities by participating in the lectures and discussions and interacting with industry professionals.
The programme was led through a collaborative effort involving Dr. Mary Ahuna, Chair of the IEEE Kenya Section, Morgan G. Waweru, Co-General Chair representing the IEEE SEKU Student Branch, and Eng. Benson Ojwang, General Chair of the SEKU organizing team, whose leadership contributed to the successful hosting of the Summer School. However, one of the major elements of the program was an opportunity for the students to interact with expert researchers, engineers, and practitioners in the industry who helped the students with mentoring and career guidance besides motivating them towards research and innovation. Apart from the technological advancement in training, the relationship between the two institutions has enabled the learners to develop their leadership capabilities through planning and executing functions, managing projects, and working together with other engineers within the engineering fields. This will make the graduates ready to handle real-life problems.
The event was also attended by Prof. Harrison Maithya, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, Research and Innovation (DVC-ARI), together with the Registrar, Academic Affairs, demonstrating the University's commitment to strengthening engineering education through partnerships with professional bodies. The collaboration between SEKU and the IEEE Kenya Section is evidence of how much the University values its responsibility in the production of engineers who can change the nation by innovating and contributing to the development of the nation.
