Sarvajanik University and Pwani University Launch International Seminar Series

Sarvajanik University, India, and Pwani University, Kenya, successfully launched an International Online Seminar Series under the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two universities. The initiative aims to promote academic collaboration, research exchange, and global learning opportunities.

The first session, held on 26 May 2026, featured a lecture by Dr. Kiran Pandya, Provost, Sarvajanik University, on the topic:
“Navigating the Philosophical and Methodological Pitfalls of Quantitative Inquiry: From Positivism to Precision – Addressing Critical Issues in Modern Quantitative Research.”

The session covered important issues in quantitative research, including aggregation challenges, pooling of data, and model assumptions. A good number of Master’s and PhD students from Pwani University attended the seminar, making it a highly engaging and successful start to the lecture series.

From Pwani University, Prof. Nancy Nagowa and Prof. Anne Hilda Ong'ayo shared positive remarks on the MoU and appreciated the collaborative initiative. The session was moderated by Mr. Alex Muthanga.

From Sarvajanik University, Dr. Vandana Shah and Dr. Megha Agarwal coordinated the programme successfully.

Both universities expressed their commitment to continuing such collaborative academic activities in the future. The next session in the seminar series is scheduled for 29 May 2026.