Northrise University
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Northrise University is a nationally accredited, private, Christian
, university located in Ndola
, Zambia
in Sub-Saharan Africa
. The school was founded in 2003 by Dr. Moffat and Mrs. Doreen Zimba.
While Northrise offers a nationally accredited education that is founded upon Christian principles, the university accepts students of all faiths. Enrollment for 2009 was 175 students, with a faculty ratio of 13:1. Total graduates of Northrise University through 2009 were 89.
In 2009 Northrise began partnerships with Dordt College
in Sioux Center
, Iowa
and California Polytechnic State University
, San Luis Obispo, California
, USA to enhance the academic experiences of students and faculty at the three universities.
Northrise has established both a working farm and a technology business to employ graduates and generate future revenue to support university operations.
The programs under this faculty include
and Doreen received her MBA in Technology Management from the University of Phoenix
.
While on this educational journey, God strengthened Doreen and Moffat's vision of starting a school in Zambia. Over time, He nourished their desire to impact the living conditions of Zambians through higher education. Thus the concept of Northrise University was initiated.
Caravelle House, wholly owned by Northrise University, is a four-storey building able to cater for 300 students. The current campus location is 8 kilometers away from town on the dual carriage way to Kitwe
The campus construction is taking place in phases and after completion will be able to enroll 1000 students and a total capacity of 300 boarding places.
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Christian
A Christian is a person who adheres to Christianity, an Abrahamic, monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth as recorded in the Canonical gospels and the letters of the New Testament...
, university located in Ndola
Ndola
Ndola is the third largest city in Zambia, with a population of 495,000 . It is the industrial, commercial, on the Copperbelt, Zambia's copper-mining region, and capital of Copperbelt Province. It is also the commercial capital city of Zambia and has one of the three international airports, others...
, Zambia
Zambia
Zambia , officially the Republic of Zambia, is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. The neighbouring countries are the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the north, Tanzania to the north-east, Malawi to the east, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia to the south, and Angola to the west....
in Sub-Saharan Africa
Africa
Africa is the world's second largest and second most populous continent, after Asia. At about 30.2 million km² including adjacent islands, it covers 6% of the Earth's total surface area and 20.4% of the total land area...
. The school was founded in 2003 by Dr. Moffat and Mrs. Doreen Zimba.
While Northrise offers a nationally accredited education that is founded upon Christian principles, the university accepts students of all faiths. Enrollment for 2009 was 175 students, with a faculty ratio of 13:1. Total graduates of Northrise University through 2009 were 89.
In 2009 Northrise began partnerships with Dordt College
Dordt College
Dordt College is a private, Christian, liberal arts college located in Sioux Center, Iowa. It was founded in 1955 and is affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church. The college name is a reference to the Synod of Dort....
in Sioux Center
Sioux Center, Iowa
Sioux Center is a city in Sioux County, Iowa, United States. The population was 6,002 at the 2000 census; a special census in 2005 counted 6,327 residents. The first report of Sioux Center's population from the 2010 census is 7,048...
, Iowa
Iowa
Iowa is a state located in the Midwestern United States, an area often referred to as the "American Heartland". It derives its name from the Ioway people, one of the many American Indian tribes that occupied the state at the time of European exploration. Iowa was a part of the French colony of New...
and California Polytechnic State University
California Polytechnic State University
California Polytechnic State University, or Cal Poly, is a public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, United States. The university is one of two polytechnic campuses in the 23-member California State University system....
, San Luis Obispo, California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
, USA to enhance the academic experiences of students and faculty at the three universities.
Northrise has established both a working farm and a technology business to employ graduates and generate future revenue to support university operations.
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
The School of Business claims to be dedicated to training business and organizational leaders.The programs under this faculty include
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School of Theology
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History
Northrise University was founded in 2003. The vision was conceived in 1988 through the experiences of its founders Doreen and Moffat Zimba. Born in Zambia, both Doreen and Moffat suffered from the lack of educational 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 SeminaryFuller Theological Seminary
Fuller Theological Seminary is an accredited Christian educational institute with its main campus in Pasadena, California and several satellite campuses in the western United States...
and Doreen received her MBA in Technology Management from the University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix
The University of Phoenix is a for-profit institution of higher learning. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Apollo Group Inc. which is publicly traded , an S&P 500 corporation based in Phoenix, Arizona...
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While on this educational journey, God strengthened Doreen and Moffat's vision of starting a school in Zambia. Over time, He nourished their desire to impact the living conditions of Zambians through higher education. Thus the concept of Northrise University was initiated.
Current Location
Northrise University is located in Ndola, Zambia. The University, located within the business centre of the town, is on Buteko Avenue, Caravelle House opposite the Savoy Hotel.Ndola is the Provincial Headquarters of the Copperbelt Province in Zambia. Ndola is about 360 kilometers north of Lusaka, the capital city of Zambia and the main hub of the Copperbelt, a region in which Zambia's copper is mined. The town is connected by rail to Kitwe and to Livingstone via Lusaka. It is home to an airport, a power station, a technical college (NORTEC) and Northrise University.Caravelle House, wholly owned by Northrise University, is a four-storey building able to cater for 300 students. The current campus location is 8 kilometers away from town on the dual carriage way to Kitwe
Future Location
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 and after completion will be able to enroll 1000 students and a total capacity of 300 boarding places.
Northrise University Initiative
Northrise University Initiative is a(501(c)3) California Non-Profit Corporation established to support Northrise University in Zambia.Student Sponsorship
Northrise University also offers opportunities for donors to sponsor students, as most Zambians cannot afford full tuition on their own. However, those who receive financial aid are required to contribute to their tuition, which gives students a greater sense of ownership and accomplishment.Northrise Farms
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 also 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.12.980999°N 28.580012°W