Northrise University
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| Motto | Being excellent at what is good! |
| Established | 2003 |
| Type | Private - Christ-centered |
| President | Dr. Moffat Zimba |
| Academic staff | 17 |
| Students | 416 |
| Location | Ndola, Zambia |
| Colors | Black, maroon, white and Orange |
| Website | www.northriseuniversity.com |
Northrise University is a private, Christian, university in Ndola, Zambia in Sub-Saharan Africa. It was founded in 2003 by Moffat and Doreen Zimba.
NU has local and international students who receive training in academic disciplines at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Northrise is the first University in Zambia to offer online programs.[citation needed]
While Northrise offers a nationally accredited[1] education that is founded upon Christian principles, the university accepts students of all faiths. Enrollment for 2012 was at 416 students, with a faculty ratio of 24:1. Total graduates of Northrise University through 2009 were 89.
The university is in partnership with Dordt College[2] in Sioux Center, Iowa; California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California, USA; Shanghai Normal University, China; and Fontys University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. These synergies enhance the academic experiences of students and faculty at the five universities, providing the best opportunities for success.
Academic programs
Northrise University offers two-year diplomas and both Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the Schools of Business and Theology. Plans are underway to offer a degree in Agriculture in the near future.
School of Business
Postgraduate Programs
- Master of Business Administration
Center for Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
The Center for ICT offers students with computer technology skills.
Faculty of Theology
Faculty of Law
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History
Northrise University was founded in 2003. It was conceived in 1988 through the experiences of its founders Doreen and Moffat Zimba. Born in Zambia, Doreen and Moffat suffered from the lack of education opportunities for high school graduates that still characterize their country. In faith, Moffat and Doreen left Zambia to attend a Bible college in Australia. Upon completion, God called them to Southern California where Moffat received his Doctorate from Fuller Theological Seminary and Doreen received her MBA in Technology Management from the University of Phoenix.
Campus
Downtown Campus
Northrise University is in Ndola, Zambia. The campus, in the business centre of the town, is on Buteko Avenue in Caravelle House, opposite the Savoy Hotel.
Caravelle House, wholly owned by Northrise University, is a four-storey building able to cater for 300 students. The campus is 8 kilometers from town on the dual carriageway to Kitwe.
Main Campus
Northrise, having been provided with 640 acres (2.6 km2) of land, has embarked on a $10 million campus project. The construction of the Main Campus structures is underway and so far the university has completed its first phase that includes a student dormitory block with the capacity of 56 students.
The campus construction is taking place in phases. After completion it will be able to enroll 1000 students and a total capacity of 300 boarding places.
Finances
Northrise University Initiative
Northrise University Initiative is a [501(c) organization|501(c)3] California non-profit corporation established to support Northrise University in Zambia.
Student Sponsorship
Northrise University offers opportunities for donors to sponsor students, as most Zambians cannot afford full tuition on their own. Those who receive financial aid are required to contribute to their tuition, which gives students a greater sense of ownership and accomplishment.
Northrise Farms
Northrise Farms is a wholly owned agricultural unit of Northrise University (NU). The farm provides high quality farm produce for the NU community and the general public. Ultimately, the farm will contribute towards reducing the operating costs of the university, thereby providing an opportunity for students from poor families to attend Northrise University at affordable fees. The farm also provides employment to the community. The establishment of Northrise Farms serves as a foundation for the commencement of the Faculty of Agriculture at Northrise University in the near future.
The mission of Northrise Farms is closely entertwined with that of the NU Faculty of Sustainable Agriculture whose aim will be to produce graduates capable of empowering themselves by being entrepreneurs in agriculture as an alternative to employment which is lacking in Zambia. The farm provides food for students and staff.
The farm’s rich soil and high water table, as well as the region’s ideal climate, make it a solid foundation for the future Agricultural program. Through its strategic partnership with California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Northrise will provide essential hands-on training to equip students for future farming employment. The farm will serve as a working model and consulting center for Zambians looking to establish their own farms. Short-term training opportunities for the local farming community will help Zambians increase productivity and, in partnership with Northrise, work to eliminate poverty.
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Northrise Services
Northrise Services is a company owned by Northrise University. Because of the poor state of the economy, most Zambians cannot afford to pay tuition to attend classes. Since tuition alone cannot fund University operations, Northrise has had to find additional sources of funding other than donations. Therefore, N.S. was created to help ensure that the University has the financial support it needs to continue.
References
- ↑ Accreditation. Northrise University. http://www.northriseuniversity.com/accreditation.php/ Accessed 29 Oct 09
- ↑ The Andreas Center offers new opportunities. The Dordt Voice. https://www.dordt.edu/cgi-bin/publications/voice/article.pl?id=665 Accessed 29 Oct 09
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