Welcome to the Mentorship Programme of the Department of Earth and Climate Science!
Our mentorship programme is designed to walk alongside you — whether you are just beginning your undergraduate journey or advancing through postgraduate research — as you grow academically, professionally, and personally. We believe that guidance from experienced mentors can make all the difference in helping students find direction, build confidence, and unlock opportunities in the Earth and Climate Sciences.
We look forward to supporting you every step of the way.
Dr. Mutai is the Departmental Mentorship Coordinator specializes in satellite meteorology, weather and climate prediction, and physical and environmental meteorology. He coordinates mentorship across all four units of the Department, connecting students with the guidance, resources, and networks they need to grow academically, professionally, and as champions for their communities. The mentorship is designated to: -
- Provide academic guidance on coursework, research, and study skills
- Support career planning and professional development
- Ease the transition into university life and, for postgraduates, into independent research
- Foster a supportive community within the Department
- Connect students with opportunities in research, internships, and industry
What Mentees Receive
For Undergraduate Students (all units)
- Academic guidance on course selection and specialization within their unit
- Orientation to unit-specific research, field, and lab opportunities
- Study skills and exam preparation advice
- General wellbeing check-ins and referrals to Guidance and Counselling services where needed
For Postgraduate Students (all units)
- Support in defining research topics and refining proposals
- Guidance on navigating thesis/dissertation milestones
- Advice on publishing, conference participation, and academic networking
- Career mentorship for academia, research institutions, and industry
For All Mentees
- A dedicated mentor pairing suited to their unit
- Access to a network of faculty, alumni, and industry professionals for the students
- Opportunities to participate in Departmental seminars, webinars, workshops, and (for WMI mentees) community outreach projects