Daniel Nkhata
My stay at Africa University is one of the most exceptional experiences I’ve had in my life. I went to the University in 2006 with a past full of patches to be mended; a background full of trauma and without hope.
On 12 June 2006, the hope that I had had for so long was fulfilled when I received my admission letter to Africa University. My first glimpse of AU left me in great awe, with the beauty hidden in the valley…the phrase: “The dream is alive,” making my heart smile to the prospect of a bright future.
After a journey of three year, I regained my lost confidence as my academic performance rose from humble performances to one of the best students in the program and faculty.
My social life had its own episodes with friends like Teramai Masunungure, Batsirai Musora, Munyaradzi Matingo and Valerie Chigodora by my side. Africa University built me into a network man. There was time to cry, laugh, work and relax…but it all worked to my advantage…I think so.
I am now a huge investment for Africa and my nation of Malawi because of Africa University. Given a chance to sing, dance and shout, my only song would be “Really the dream is alive” and my dream is back!!! I am now a graduate!!
Amen.
Tendai Paskwababiri
 |
It barely feels as if four years have gone by since this small town girl from Kadoma walked through the gates of Africa University for the first time. Life was less complicated then and everything seemed so new and exciting. The years that followed were an adventure that proved rewarding in so many ways.
Being the pioneers of the Health Services Management degree programme was a great challenge as the work was demanding. Yet, it was so fulfilling. Looking back at it now, the long hours of work were worth it. Not only have I benefitted from the academic perspective during my stay here but also from the cultural exchange which makes me able to understand and embrace diversity.
I will definitely miss FOCUS. It lifted my spirits and I could not have sailed through the last four years if it were not for the Lord holding my hand all the way. I will miss the times I spent with my friends and I will forever cherish the memories made. There are some things however, that I am happy to be leaving behind. The thing that sticks out the most in my mind is the food from the Dining Hall.
As I leave here, I go home with a broader perspective, with even bigger hopes and dreams and more importantly, with the knowledge and experience to make it all a reality. As for the challenges I have encountered during my stay here-well, they have only made me stronger.
Africa University : Educating Global Leaders. Hope for the Future.
|
Benefits of 100-percent apportionment remittance to the
Africa University Fund:
- You annually support the transformation of Africa by educating nearly 1,200 African students from 28 countries.
- You empower more than 3,000 graduates to improve the economic quality of life across the continent.
- You support the call to ministry of future pastors who will lead spiritual growth and renewal of the African nations.
- You make development of distance-education learning opportunities possible.
- Through the Africa University Fund apportionment, United Methodist congregations have a unique opportunity to support the university with consistent funding each year.
|
|
Did you Know?
Africa University students are destined to change the world. Learn a few facts about the students and the university:
- Approximately 3,000 students have graduated from Africa University since it opened in the spring of 1994. The first graduation included 18 graduates in Agriculture and Natural Resources, and nine students in Theology
- Recognizing that by the turn of this century, fully one-fifth of the world’s population will live in Africa, the University believes its purpose is to help African Christians train leaders for their churches and societies.
- Today Africa University has 1,160 students. These students choose one of six undergraduate or five postgraduate programs. The Management & Administration and Humanities & Social Sciences programs have the most students. Nearly 100 students are currently enrolled in the Health Sciences area. Africa University has 135 faculty members and, additionally, multiple permanent and visiting lecturers.
- Students come from 28 countries across the continent of Africa. The official language at Africa University is English, which is also the official language of Zimbabwe. On campus, you find similarities to the American university experience: dormitories, staff housing, a student health center, a student union, dining hall and educational buildings. Prominently placed on campus are the Jokomo/Yamada Library and the Kwang Lim Chapel. You would also find a building where students are enrolled in one of the university’s newest programs of study, the Institute of Peace, Leadership and Governance program.
 |
For more information, visit www.africau.edu and www.support-africauniversity.org.
Follow us: