Davis College educates and empowers East Africa’s future leaders to transform their communities. We offer an academic experience for students who are unafraid to challenge the status quo and passionately pursue innovative ideas.
The Davis College model is a unique hybrid of a liberal arts education with applied and technical curricula, combining competency-based academic programs with a customized, data-driven learning model to actualize practical experience and equip students with the tools needed to thrive in the fastest growing sectors of the economy.
As East Africa’s pre-eminent higher education institution, our graduates have launched careers in finance, clean energy, eco-tourism, agribusiness, conservation, technology, and more. The Akilah Women’s Center experience combines the Davis academic model with an intensive focus on women’s leadership and career development.
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Our Academic Pillars
The Davis College pillars define our academic model.
They are present in every program that we offer.
Sustainability
We deliver a transformative learning experience that equips students with the knowledge, and tools, and frameworks for complex systems analysis and a thorough understanding of the sustainable development necessary to balance vibrant economies with a healthy environment, giving graduates a competitive advantage in their chosen careers.
Ethical Leadership
We are a community of thoughtful leaders committed to building the future with respect. We encourage one another to see beyond our own perspectives and carefully examine our own blind spots.
We foster values that promote gender equity, civic responsibility, and environmental stewardship, inspiring personal growth and integrity throughout our community.
21st Century Skills
We constantly analyze market trends to inform our interdisciplinary approach and ensure our students gain access to the foremost academic and career opportunities.
We celebrate collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and creativity in order to graduate adaptive leaders prepared for industries of the future.
Personalized Learning
We reject the notion of one-size-fits-all approach to education, and celebrate individual styles of learning and leading.
We seek to constantly improve our data-driven, adaptive learning model to refine individualized pathways to success for each student. We deliver a customized and thoughtful experience for all students that inspires excellence.
Innovation
Our methodology and pedagogy are nontraditional and unparalleled, offering students the opportunity to join us in forging a new path in higher education and global leadership.
We inspire students to enthusiastically pursue new ideas, challenge the status quo, and develop radical solutions for unmet needs. We champion innovation and bold leadership.
Publications
Annual Report 2020 - 2021
Graduate Survey Report 2016-2019
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