Give Apply Info

Request Information

You need a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution to enroll in Adler University programs.

Okay

Vancouver | Adjunct Faculty, Industrial and Organizational Psychology

Christine Mhina, Ph.D.

Overview

Overview

I conceptualize students’ learning as an active process of creating meaning from different experiences. I believe a person’s prior knowledge – from past experiences, culture, and environment contributes to the construction of meaning and learning process. To me, teaching is not about instructing, rather it is igniting learning, empowering students to take responsibility for their learning.

My approach to teaching is collaborative. I create a friendly learning environment to engage students and stimulate them to comfortably share the knowledge they bring to the educational site. I strive to enhance students understanding of real-life situation(s) and to promote societal wellbeing.

Please feel free to contact me via email.

Education

Education

  • Doctoral degree in International Intercultural Studies at University of Alberta, Edmonton AB
  • Master of Science degree in Rural Sociology at University of Alberta, Edmonton AB
  • Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture at Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania
  • Diploma in Home Economics, Uyole Agricultural Centre, Mbeya, Tanzania
  • Certificate in Food Science and Human Nutrition, , Ilonga Agricultural Centre, Tanzania
Professional Background

Professional Background

Current:

  • Adjunct Faculty, Industrial and Organizational Psychology-Adler University, Vancouver Campus
  • Associate Program Director (Research Coordinator) – City University of Seattle
  • Sessional Instructor (Sociology) – Concordia University of Edmonton

Former:

  • Sessional Instructor (Swahili Language) – University of Alberta, Edmonton AB
  • Director for Diversity Program – Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton

 

Professional Memberships

Professional Memberships

  • Canadian Sociological Association
Select Publications
  • Mhina, C.H. (2010). Haya women’s knowledge and learning: Addressing land estrangement in Tanzania. In Dip Kapoor and Edward Shizha (2010) (Eds). Indigenous Knowledge and Learning in Asia/Pacific and Africa: Perspectives on Development, Education, and Culture. Palgrave Macmillan: New York.
  • Mhina, C.H. (2009). Research and Women’s Agency in Rural Tanzania. In Dip Kapoor and Steve Jordan (Eds). International Perspectives on Education, PAR and Social Change. Palgrave Macmillan: New York.
  • Mhina, C. & Abdi, A.A. (2009). Mwalimu’s Mission: Julius Nyerere (Adult) Educator and Philosopher of Community Development. In Edited by Ali A. Abdi and Dip Kapoor (Eds). Global Perspectives on Adult Education. Palgrave Macmillan: New York.
  • Kreber, C. & Mhina, C. (2007). The values we prize: A comparative analysis of mission statements of Canadian Universities. Higher Education, Volume 3(1), 61-79.
  • Kreber, C. &Mhina, C. (2004). Just plain rhetoric? An analysis of mission statements of commitments towards facilitating and promoting lifelong learning. Canadian Journal of University Continuing Education. Volume 32, (1) Spring 2005
Select Awards & Recognition

Select Awards & Recognition

  • Community Service Learning Teaching Innovative Grant, 2005
  • Research for Poverty Alleviation (REPOA) Research Grant, 2002
  • FSIDA Research Grant, 2001
  • Delta Kappa Gamma Society World Women’s fellowship, 2000
  • Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship, 1995

Vancouver Campus

Adler University in Vancouver has been, like Canada itself, born and built with an open mind. Located in the midst of one of the world’s most exciting and breathtaking cities, Adler University reflects a true Canadian spirit. It’s smart, inclusive and determined to make a world of difference. By design, our Vancouver campus echoes the Adler values and intent down every hall and in every room. It is built to live, breathe and inspire those with the passion to pursue a more just society. This is where the work gets done.

At Adler Vancouver, you’ll find multiple collaborative areas with the absolute latest technology. Learning areas and windows have literally been situated to stimulate thought. To some, that may sound odd, but these things do matter. If students are given the space, opportunity and technology to achieve their goals, they are more likely to rock the boat of conventional thought.

Tour the Campus

Take the next step