Dr Macharia from Kenya reflects on their experience as a doctoral candidate in Germany and how this experience shaped their approach to supervision. Dr Macharia advocates for a human approach in supervision, that foster growth and inclusivity. These are vital considerations when thinking about the future of academia.
In this article, Dr Kati reflects on how the high drop-out rate of PhD students in Kenya prompted him to re-evaluate his role as a research supervisor. Dr Kati writes about the importance of mentorship, empathy and nurturing professional development during a student’s journey.
Ruth Albertyn highlights the need to broaden research education and support. She proposes conceptualising doctoral intelligence and developing higher levels of thinking to produce quality research.
Dr. Winnie Waiyaki’s captivating narrative describes her journey from a modest background to doctoral success, entwined with her mother's unwavering encouragement. As she traces her path from mentee to mentor, Waiyaki shares invaluable insights into the transformative power of inspiration in academic supervision.
