Nakuru scholar Prof. Vicky Khasandi-Telewa has been appointed DVC for Administration, Finance, and Development at Kibabii University, bringing immense pride and a timely silver lining to her community just months after the tragic loss of her husband.
In a profound turn of events that has brought a glimmer of light to a cloud of personal grief, prominent Nakuru County resident Prof. Inviolata Vicky Khasandi-Telewa has been appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) for Administration, Finance, and Development at Kibabii University.
The high-profile academic appointment comes at a deeply poignant time for the scholar, who lost her husband just months ago. For family, friends, and the wider Nakuru community, the elevation is being seen as a timely consolation and a testament to her resilience.
Prof. Khasandi’s appointment was formalized by the Cabinet Secretary for Education, following rigorous competitive interviews conducted by the Public Service Commission (PSC). She takes over the vital docket for a five-year term, succeeding Prof. John Wanjala Makokha, who has been steering the office in an acting capacity.
A Stellar Academic Journey
Beyond the local community ties that bind her to Nakuru, Prof. Khasandi boasts an illustrious international academic track record. She is a powerhouse in education and linguistics, holding a PhD in English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics from the prestigious University of Warwick in the United Kingdom.
Her academic foundation includes a Master of Arts in English Language and Linguistics from Egerton University and a Bachelor of Education (Arts) from the University of Nairobi.
Before her latest assignment at Kibabii University, Prof. Khasandi served as a Presidential Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Pennsylvania State University (USA). Her leadership experience also spans local policy, having served as a member of the Kenya National Education Board, alongside numerous international consultancy roles.
A Beacon of Hope for Nakuru
For residents of Nakuru, Prof. Khasandi’s new role is not just a win for higher education, but a deeply emotional milestone. Having faced the devastating loss of her spouse, her ability to step into one of the country's most demanding institutional leadership roles has inspired many.
Local peers have described her breakthrough as a well-deserved silver lining. As she moves to lead the administrative and financial transformation at Kibabii University, Nakuru celebrates a daughter whose triumph over personal tragedy serves as an ultimate beacon of hope.
