Mrs Tjara Kavihuha

I am Tjara Kaputu-Kavihuha, an accomplished academic and dedicated educator with over 13 years of distinguished service in the Department of Communication. Currently serving as a lecturer, I have demonstrated exceptional commitment to higher education through a progressive career path that began as a tutor at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), by then the Polytechnic of Namibia, advancing to junior lecturer, and ultimately to my current position as a Lecturer. My academic pursuit is that I am currently pursuing a PhD in Applied Linguistics, reflecting my deep commitment to advancing scholarly knowledge in language studies and communication. This ongoing doctoral research complements my extensive academic background and enriches my teaching practice with cutting-edge theoretical and practical insights. I hold an impressive line-up of academic credentials that underscore my multidisciplinary expertise: Master of Arts (M.A.) in Development Studies University of Namibia Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Literacy and Learning University of Namibia Bachelor of English Honours Degree (08BENH) Namibia University of Science and Technology Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in English and Geography University of Namibia This diverse educational foundation spanning linguistics, education, literacy studies, and development studies enables me to bring a holistic and interdisciplinary approach to my teaching and research endeavors. Regarding research and publications, I contributed to academic discourse through co-published work in newspaper publications and presentations during the faculty and department research week, demonstrating my commitment to making scholarly insights accessible to broader audiences and engaging in public intellectual discourse. My professional impact is that throughout my 13-year tenure, I made significant contributions to the academic community at NUST, mentoring students, developing curriculum, and fostering excellence in communication studies. My progressive career path from tutor to lecturer exemplifies my dedication to professional growth and my commitment to educational excellence. Research Focus: Applied linguistics (Pragmatics, intercultural communication, language in society, phonology, stylistics, and semantics) Teaching: Both Undergraduate and postgraduate Community Development: Assisting AS English second-language part-time learners at NAMCOL and serving as a patron of the NUST Debate Society.