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Regents briefed on WSU extension of Biomedical Sciences PhD to University of Nairobi
Summary
The board heard an informational briefing about an extension of WSU's PhD in Biomedical Sciences to the University of Nairobi, a research‑based partnership led by WSU's College of Veterinary Medicine that builds on grant work and faculty collaborations.
Regents were briefed on an informational item describing an extension of Washington State University's PhD in Biomedical Sciences to the University of Nairobi.
Provost Chris Riley Tillman said the College of Veterinary Medicine will lead the partnership, which formalizes research and advising components already supported by grants and long‑standing collaborations. "This is an extension of a degree, and that's occurring within the, with the University of Nairobi. This is led by the College of Vet Med," Tillman said during the committee report.
Officials described the arrangement as research‑driven and grant‑backed, with limited fiscal exposure for WSU because the work leverages external grant funding; WSU retains the ability to withdraw if funding or conditions change. The program has moved through faculty senate review and internal approvals and is being presented as an informational item ahead of any further actions.
Why it matters: Committee members characterized the program as an example of WSU's global research partnerships and applied training, noting the extension aligns research strengths in biomedical science with partner capacity in Nairobi. Tillman said the arrangement is not intended to establish a WSU campus outside the U.S. but to create collaborative education and research pathways.
Ending: Regents received the item as informational; any formal actions required by the board will be pursued in open session if needed.
