Category Archives: Campus

Want to do a PhD? Here’s my Advice.

Posted on December 14, 2018 by SK

Several years ago, after graduating with a bachelor’s degree (first class honours, sorry that will never get old) in computer science from JKUAT, I wrote an A to Z guide for campus students that I think is still relevant today. … Continue reading →

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Star Times Reduces Prices of Decoders

Posted on June 9, 2014 by SK

The digital migration hullabaloo  died down, thanks to several parties and court cases; none of which had the interests of the end consumer at heart (like anyone ever does). Anyway, you don’t have to wait for the migration order by the government … Continue reading →

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What I don’t Miss About JKUAT

Posted on January 12, 2012 by SK

I loved spending my undergraduate years in JKUAT. However, the first day of the semester was a headache. You had to contend with long queues, which quickly became uncontrollable crowds. You had to deposit school fees at the bank, then … Continue reading →

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The Graduation That Was

Posted on August 2, 2011 by SK

This will be a picture story.. I’m not feeling very chatty today. I’ll tell you why at the end of the post. So on Thursday morning, we left early for the graduation square. All graduands sat under this gigantic tent … Continue reading →

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Bragging Rights: First Class Honours

Posted on July 26, 2011 by SK

If there is anything getting a first class honours degree has given me, it is bragging rights! This being July, my graduating month, allow me to bask in this moment. The graduation ceremony is on Thursday the 28th, and so … Continue reading →

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Wally B

Posted on June 27, 2011 by SK

This is the first time I’ve dedicated a whole blogpost to one person. But if ever someone deserved one, it’s my friend Walter. He’s one of the most patient people I know. I’ve known him for five years now though … Continue reading →

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G4S No Limits Graduate Recruitment Program

Posted on June 6, 2011 by SK

Recently, I bumped into a friend who, after congratulating me for joining the Safaricom Academy, asked me why I did not spread the word. When I was applying, it was one day to the deadline so maybe I did not … Continue reading →

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Technology and I

Posted on May 18, 2011 by SK

Warning: this post might be long Many have asked why the name Savvy Kenya? Well, a few years back I wanted to be computer savvy. When I was in high school I studied computer studies dropping French in the process. … Continue reading →

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A Student Again, but Campus Girl?

Posted on May 10, 2011 by SK

So I am a student again. I started a Master of Science degree in Telecommunication and Innovation Development. I’m sure you’ve never heard of it before, lie to me and say you have! It’s a new course started at Strathmore … Continue reading →

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Leaving For Kampala

Posted on March 8, 2011 by SK

As I write this, am packing and unpacking and repacking. I’ve sat on the suitcase and finally managed to have it closed. Now I have to figure how the rest of my stuff is going to fit into other two … Continue reading →

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