Dr. Uchenna Edith Chidume

Dr. Uchenna Edith Chidume is a LECTURER I in BUSINESS EDUCATION Department, Faculty Of Education in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Dr. Uchenna Edith Chidume

Staff Profile

I am Chidume, Edith Uchenna. I studied Home Economics Education at the degree level, Masters level in the same department with specialization in clothing and textiles; and a doctorate degree in Home Economics and Hospitality Management Education; all from the Faculty of Vocational and Technical Education of the University of Nigeria Nsukka.

I worked as a part-time lecturer in Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe and a lecturer in Delta State polytechnic Ogwashi-uku; and I am presently lecturing in the University.

I am happily married with children. 

Personal Information

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Business Education, Faculty Of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Department/Sub-Unit:
BUSINESS EDUCATION

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NSUKKA. (Doctor of Philosophy, June, 2021)
October, 2011 to April, 2021
PH.D HOME ECONOMICS AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
2UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NSUKKA. (Master Degree, November, 2011)
October, 2008 to March, 2010
M.Ed HOME ECONOMICS (CLOTHING AND TEXTILES)
3UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA NSUKKA. (Bachelor Degree, March, 2005)
October, 2000 to September, 2004
B.Sc HOME ECONOMICS

Relevant/Working Experience

1Coordinator Home Economics Programme, Technology and Vocational Education Department
February, 2022 to Present
2Course level Adviser for Technical year three, Technology and Vocational Education Department
February, 2022 to Present
3Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
March, 2019 to Present
4Lecturer/HOD, Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-uku
December, 2009 to June, 2019
5Lecturer, Nwafor Orizu College Of Education Nsugbe, Onitsha Distant Learning Centre
March, 2008 to November, 2018
6Lecturer, Federal College Of Education Gwale Kano State
September, 2005 to September, 2006

Creative Output

Journal Articles
1Dr Edith Uchenna Chidume, Ifenyinwa Joy Ajakah. (2025, January), "Skin Care Integration into Higher National Diploma Curriculum of Fashion Design and Clothing Technology Programmes of Polytechnics in Nigeria", International journal of Progressive and Alternative Education (ASPROAEDU), Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 279 - 291
2Edith Uchenna Chidume; Ifeoma Bridget Enedah. (2024, May), "Ameliorating the Negative Influence of Parents and Peers on Students' Enrolment into Fashion Design and Clothing Technology Programmes of Polytechnics in Nigeria", African Education Indices, Vol. 13, (Issue 1), pp 536 - 548
3Edith Uchenna Chidume; Ugochi Nwanneka Nwike;. (2024, May), "Introducing Facial Make-up into the National Diploma Curriculum of Fashion Design and Clothing Technology Programme of Polytechnics in Nigeria", Journal of Association of Vocational and Technical Educators of Nigeria (JAVTEN), Vol. 1, (Issue 1), pp 110 - 118
4Edith Uchenna Chidume; Ugochi Nwanneka Nwike; Ifeoma Bridget Enedah. (2024, March), "Impact of Gender and Social Demand Factors on Students' Enrolment into Fashion Design and Clothing Technology Programme of Polytechnics in Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Research and Production, Vol. 26, (Issue 1), pp 291-299
5Edith Uchenna Chidume; and Ifeoma Bridget Enedah. (2023, May), "Strategies for Integrating Manicure and Pedicure into the National Diploma Curriculum of Fashion Design and Clothing Technology Programme of Polytechnics in Nigeria", The Intuition, Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 402 - 416
6Edith Uchenna Chidume; Ifeoma Bridget Enedah; Ugochi Nwanneka Nwike. (2023, November), "Appending Haircare Module into Higher National Diploma Curriculum of Fashion Design and Clothing Technology Programme of Polytechnics in Nigeria", Journal of Resourcefulness and Distinction, Vol. 19, (Issue 1), pp 330 - 341
7Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2022, June), "Reducing the Effects of Importation of Fashion Products on Nigerian Fashion and on Nigerian Fashion Designers", Knowledge Review, Vol. 39, (Issue 1), pp 183-193
8Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2022, November), "The Need for Cosmetology to be integrated into the Curriculum of Fashion and Clothing Related Programmes in the Nigerian Tertiary Educational Systems", The Nigerian Journal of Research and Production, Vol. -25, (Issue 1), pp 142-154
9Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2021, March), "IDENTIFICATION OF LEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS IN NIGERIAN YOUTHS USING CLOTHING SELECTION RULES: A GUIDE TO COUNSELLORS", JOURNAL OF ASSERTIVENESS, Vol. 15, (Issue -1), pp 199-209
10Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2021, August), "RECYCLING WASTE FABRICS FOR INTERIOR DESIGNING: AN ENTREPRENUERSHIP VENTURE TO IMPROVE NIGERIAN ECONOMY", MULTI DISCIPLINARY JOURNAL OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE, Vol. -21, (Issue -1), pp 25-35
11Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2018, March), "Recycling Waste Fabrics To Sanitize The Nigerian Environment", Multidisciplinary Research Group, Vol. 4, (Issue 1), pp 29-34
12Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2017, December), "Identifying Modifications That Can Be Made On Women's Outfits For Easy Lactation", National Association for Research Development, Vol. 14, (Issue 1), pp 280-289
13Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2015, May), "Educating Women On The Special Pattern Of Sewing For Pregnant Women", National Association for the Advancement of Knowledge, Vol. 32, (Issue 1), pp 129-135
14Chidume E. U. and Igbo C. A.. (2012, September), "Social Challenges Of Young Entrepreneurs In Textiles And Clothing Establishments In Lagos State", Home Economics Research Association of Nigeria, Vol. 16, pp 1-9
15Chidume E. U. and Emelue F.. (2011, December), "Entrepreneurship options In Textile And Clothing Needed By Home Economics Students In Distant Education Centres Of Colleges Of Education In Anambra State", Home Economics Research Association of Nigeria, Vol. 15, pp 127-136
16Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2011, November), "Improving Manpower And Skill Acquisition Challenges Of Young Entrepreneurs In Textile And Clothing Establishments", Nigerian Researchers Forum, Vol. 19, (Issue 1), pp 152-164
17Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2011, September), "Need For Infrastructural And Facility Development To Motivate Young Entrepreneurs In Textile And Clothing Establishments In Lagos State", National Association for Research Development, Vol. 17, (Issue 4), pp 63-72
18Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2011, July), "Ameliorating Marketing And Distribution Challenges Of Young Entrepreneurs In Textile And Clothing Establishments In Lagos State", Association of Nigerian Academic Researchers, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 70-78
19Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2011, April), "Meeting Financial And Support Challenges Of Young Entrepreneurs In Textile And Clothing Establishments In Lagos State", National Association for Research Development, Vol. 3, (Issue 1), pp 121-131
20Chidume Edith Uchenna. (2009, September), "Youth's Perception Of Value Depreciation And Reorientation: Case Study Of Youths Of The University Of Nigeria Nsukka", Home Economics Research Association of Nigeria, Vol. 11, pp 20-27

Academic Leadership Qualities

Contributions to the University/Society
1Financial Secretary, "Mary Ijeoma Chidume (MIC) Foundation" (September, 2021)
2HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, "Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-uku" (July, 2018 to June, 2019)
3HEAD OF DEPARTMENT, "Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-uku" (September, 2017 to June, 2019)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Affiliate Member, "SOCIETY OF NIGERIAN ARTISTS" (member since 2016), https://www.sna.org
2Graduate Member, "MEMBER TEACHERS REGISTRATION COUNCIL OF NIGERIA (TRCN)" - EN/R/00612 (member since 2011), https://www.trcn.org
3Graduate Member, "MEMBER HOME ECONOMICS RESEARCH ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA (HERAN)" (member since 2010), https://www.heran.org

Relevant Events Attended

Conference
1"Home Economics annual conference 2023", (HERAN), 20th September, 2023 to 23rd September, 2023; Owerri
Other Events
1"3rd National Conference Of School Of Vocational Education", (Vocational Education), 22nd June, 2021 to 24th June, 2021; Asaba
2"Unizik Business School Conference", (Unizik Business School), 26th April, 2021 to 27th April, 2021; Unizik Awka
3"3rd National Conference/exhibition Of The Academic Staff Union Of Polytechnics", (Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics), 16th June, 2020 to 19th June, 2020; Qgwashi-uku Delta State
4"2nd Business Studies Conference", (School of Business Studies), 18th April, 2019 to 21st April, 2019; Qgwashi-uku Delta State
5"1st National Conference On Polytechnics And National Development", (Delta State Polytechnic Ogwashi-uku, Delta State), 13th June, 2018 to 15th June, 2018; Qgwashi-uku Delta State
6"10th International Disciplinary Conference (SMART 2018)", (SMART in Collab with Delta State Polytechnic Qgwashi-uku), 27th February, 2018 to 1st March, 2018; Qgwashi-uku Delta State
7"School Of Business Studies National Conference", (School of Business Studies), 7th October, 2015 to 9th October, 2015; Qgwashi-uku Delta State
8"16th Home Economics Research Association Of Nigeria (HERAN) Conference", (Home Economics Research Association of Nigeria), 24th September, 2015 to 26th September, 2015; Princess Alexandra Unity Auditorium, University of Nigeria, Nsukka
9"The HERAN Conference, 2011", (Home Economics Research Association of Nigeria), 21st September, 2011 to 24th September, 2011; Princess Alexandra Unity Auditorium, University of Nigeria, Nsukka
10"HERAN Conference 2010", (Home Economics Research Association of Nigeria), 15th September, 2010 to 18th September, 2010; Princess Alexandra Unity Auditorium, University of Nigeria, Nsukka