JULIET-KAINDI-ISIKA


Title/Qualifications: Ph.D.,M.Sc.(Textiles Science and Design),B.Sc.( Textiles, Clothing and Design)
Department/Unit/Section: Fashion Design And Marketing
Contact Address: P.O. Box 16891-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
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Position: Lecturer
Area of Specialization: Garment Pattern Making Techniques and Creative Fashion design 
Research Interests: Fashion design education, Consumer behavior, Clothing design practices and body image.

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Publications  

Research

Conference Presentations

  • Kinuthia, L.N Usage of Sports Bra by Sporty Ladies in Kenya: Case o f Public Universities by Kinuthia, L.N & Isika, J,K (2019) University of Eldoret, Kenya 6th International Interdisciplinary Conference (IIC6) 4th, 5th & 6th September, 2019 
  • Oigo B, E. Body Shape and Apparel Fit, Using Personal Measurements of Kenyan University Female Students. Isika, J,K.. Oigo .B.E. and Wanduara, M.W (2019) Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya 1st International Biennial Research and Innovation Conference 23rd – 25th October , 2019 
  • Isika, J, K. Habitual high heeled shoes use among regular and plus-size models: Physiological and psychological perspectives by Isika, J, K and Mundia,F ( 2019) Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya International Research Symposium In Physical Education, Exercise And Sports Science, 25th June 2019 
  • Oigo 1 B, E. Clothing and textile research in Kenya: challenges and opportunities by Oigo .B.E. & Isika, J,K (2016) Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya. 1 st Biennial on the State of Higher Education 22nd – 26th August 2016 Kenyatta University
  • Isika, J, K. 2 Building and Sustaining Globally Competitive Fashion Design Education: Resources in the Use of Garment Design by Draping by Isika, J, K.( 2016) Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya. 1 st Biennial on the State of Higher Education 22nd – 26th August 2016 Kenyatta University
  • Isika, J, Mburugu. K , Nguku, E and Obere A., (2014), ‘Real’ Fabric Draping Design in Public Institutions of Higher Education in Nairobi County, Kenya.    Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar -Ethiopia, 2nd – 3rd May 2014
  • Isika,  J, Mburugu. K , Nguku, E and Obere A., (2014), Investigating the Use of Garment Design by Draping in Public Institutions of Higher Education in Nairobi County, Kenya.    Egerton University, Njoro-Kenya., 26th – 28th March, 2014
  • Oigo,E.B.Product Development Training: A Case Study of Kenyan Handloom Weavers. By E. B. Oigo, J.K. Isika and M.W. Wanduara Bahir Dar Ethiopia May 8-10,2013
  • Otina, M.Realizing Growth of Micro and Small Garment Enterprises to the Sustainability of Textile  and Clothing  Industry in East Africa  (A paper presented at the International East Africa Conference on Cotton Textile Apparel Value Chain  1-4th NOV,  2011
  • Isika,K.J. Developing a Revival Strategy for Kenya’s Micro, Small Medium Garment Enterprises in Globalised Economy (A paper presented at the International Conference on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) Organised by the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development (CEED), School of Business, Kenyatta University Date 14th – 17th November 2007)

Funded projects

  • Isika, J K. (2023), Co design team member in production of 3 Mascot for the10th Federation of African Sports Universities (FASU) games held at Kenyatta University (US$ 1,540)
  • Isika, J K. (PI) (2022 – 2023): Enhancing Innovative Entrepreneurship among Youth through Training in Knowledge and Skills for the Sustainable Production of Handmade Fashion Accessories. Nairobi County – AHSCE (African Hub for Sustainable Creative Economies ) Grant (GBP 1,000)
  • Isika,JK.2011 -2014 Use of ‘Real’ Fabric Draping: A Case of Public Institutions of Higher Learning and Practicing Fashion Designers in Nairobi County NACOSTI US$ 15,882.4
  • Isika,J K.2007    Research, design and development of condom dresses to create AIDS awareness and reduce stigma among patients    African Health And Development International (AHADI Kenya) US$ 450