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The
University of the Nations is like the Internet. It
is a university without borders, an extended network of
interrelated locations. Unlike the Internet, though, the
University of the Nations is not virtual; it exists in
real time, at real places with real people. When you
consider Christ's kingdom, it makes sense, Jesus said
"disciple all nations" (Matt. 28:19).
As
future leaders, U of N students must be international
and cross-cultural in their experiences and mindset.
Therefore they study and do field assignments in two or
more continents, learning alongside students from many
other countries. Some courses have internships and even
apprenticeships in the areas of the students' passion
and call. They complete their work with not only a
university degree, but also with a first hand knowledge
of the world, as our courses are designed to focus on
meeting specific needs in the nations. To make this
possible, we have courses registered and approved in
more than 100 countries. There are over 50 languages
used in our schools. We offer hundreds of courses
distributed among seven colleges/faculties on every
continent.
(Loren Cunningham, UofN Catalogue 2005-2007, p.1)
Founded
upon biblical principles, the University of the
Nations (U of N) fulfills its commitment to Christ and
His Great Commission by equipping men and women
spiritually, culturally, intellectually, and
professionally, and by inspiring them to use their
God-given abilities to communicate and demonstrate the
Gospel in all nations.
(UofN Catalogue 2005-2007, p.9)
The
University of the Nations is unique. It is global,
cross-cultural, and adaptable. Approximately 15'000
students a year take one or more registered courses in
over 50 languages and 300 locations. Our training
combines both formal and non-formal education, with a
commitment to worshipping God in spirit and truth,
making room for that expression in all that we do.
(UofN Catalogue 2005-2007, p.10)
The U of
N has developed a modular approach to education
which allows students to concentrate on only one course
for an entire term. The modular system enhances learning
by providing students with intensive and focused time on
each topic. Typically, visiting teachers spend a full
week or two on their area of expertise, which allows the
students to focus upon and absorb one subject at a time.
The concentrated study in one subject area during a
twelve-week term prepares the student to work
effectively in a subsequent field assignment in a
mission setting.
(UofN Catalogue 2005-2007, p.11)
For more
information on the U of N visit the website
www.uofn.edu.
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