Prof. Fred Simiyu Barasa
Vice Chancellor and Secretary to the Council
Prof. Fred Simiyu Barasa
Vice Chancellor
Academic Qualifications
Professional Experience
Prof. Fred Simiyu Barasa is a distinguished academic leader with extensive experience in university administration, distance education, and academic program development across Africa. His distinguished career includes:
Key Achievements
- Over 30 years of experience in higher education leadership and administration
- Pioneered distance education programs across multiple African universities
- Led academic program development at continental level through the African Virtual University
- Extensive experience in university governance, finance, and strategic planning
- Published researcher in comparative and international education
Professional Memberships
Leadership at TTU
As the Vice Chancellor of Taita Taveta University, Prof. Barasa provides strategic leadership and vision, guiding the institution towards its goal of becoming a premier university of excellence in mining, engineering, technology, and innovation. His extensive experience in university administration, finance, and planning, combined with his continental perspective on distance education and academic program development, positions him uniquely to lead TTU through its next phase of growth and development.
Prior to his appointment as Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barasa served as Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration, Finance and Planning) and Deputy Principal at TTUC, where he played a crucial role in the institution's transition to a fully-fledged university and its subsequent development.