Professional Bio:

Dr. Eunice Kijana holds a PhD in Media Studies from Nelson Mandela University, specializing in the intersection of vernacular broadcasting and peacebuilding in Kenya. As a founding member of the Faculty of Media at Multimedia University, she has been instrumental in curriculum development and academic leadership. Her research, published in various international journals, explores peace journalism, media ethics, and digital media trends.

Academic Qualification:

1. Doctor of Philosophy in Media Studies, Nelson Mandela University
2. Master of Arts Communication Studies, University of Nairobi
3. Bachelor of Education Arts, Linguistics and Literature, University of Nairobi

Membership of Professional Bodies or Associations:

1. Member PRSK (Public Relations Society of Kenya).

Research Interests:

1. Media and peacebuilding
2. Communication ethics
3. Communication and culture
4. Digital media trends
5. Peace communication

Recent Publications:

1. Exploring the State of Peace Journalism Education and Training in Kenya: A Case of Vernacular Radio Station Journalists. International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews (IJRAR) – IJRAR (E-ISSN 2348-1269), 7(3), 2020: 168-178.P- ISSN 2349-5138).
2. Ethics in Vernacular Radio Broadcasting: a Study of Popular Vernacular Radio Stations in Kenya. International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews (IJRAR) – IJRAR (E-ISSN 2348-1269, P- ISSN 2349-5138), 7(3), 2020: 502- 515.
3. Vernacular Radio and Peace Building in Kenya: A Study of Popular Vernacular Radio Stations In Three Conflict-Prone Regions (2021)-Thesis. http://hdl.handle.net/10948/42251. vital:36639
4. “Peace Or Conflict Couriers? A Critique Of The News Content And Programming Of Vernacular Radio Broadcasting Stations In Kenya.”, IJRAR – International Journal of Research and Analytical Reviews (IJRAR), E-ISSN 2348-1269, P- ISSN 2349-5138, Volume.9, Issue 2, Page No pp.462-478, April 2022, Available at : http://www.ijrar.org/IJRAR22B1287.pdf
5. A General Assessment of the Independent Ethnic Radio Broadcasting Stations in Kenya. International Journal of Business and Social Sciences, 3(8) (Special Issue April 2012):128-140.
6. The Influence of Corporate Branding on Students’ University Choice in Kenya. International Journal of Research in Interdisciplinary Studies Volume 2, Issue 9, September 2024 https://www.ijris.com | ISSN (Online): 2584- 1017
7. The Effect of Corporate Social Responsibility Communication Strategies on Corporate Identity: A Case Study of Standard Chartered Bank’s Nairobi Marathon, 2022. International Journal of Research in Interdisciplinary Studies Volume 2, Issue 9, September 2024 https://www.ijris.com | ISSN (Online): 2584-1017
8. The Impact of Leadership Styles on Employee Performance in Public Universities in Kenya: A Case Study of Multimedia University of Kenya. International Journal of Research in Interdisciplinary Studies Volume 2, Issue 8, August 2024 https://www.ijris.com |ISSN (Online): 2584-1017

Contacts:

Email Address: kijanaeunice@gmail.com