Computer/internet facilities at Katanga Methodist University, Mulungwishi (DRC)

Africa

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With an exceptional reputation, technological advances at this university enable educators to develop courses which can also be offered on other campuses throughout Africa.

The Patrice Emery Lumumba University, heavily damaged by war, operates with no reliable budget. Please help us improve this campus and research the possibility of a new campus on sites the local government has offered.

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E-Reader Project

Africa

Many books were ruined or badly damaged during the civil war in the country. Now, thanks to a partnership between the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) and the General Board of Discipleship (GBOD), the school now has 100 electronic books.

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Africa Initiative

Africa

Through these initiatives, we are using the latest technologies to build a network of communication channels, distance education centers, e-libraries, e-health education, leadership development tools, and fundraising opportunities for all people regardless of income and location.

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Methodist University in Katanga Theological School in Mulungwishi

Africa

Founded in 1951, The Methodist University in Katanga and the Theological School in Mulungwishi have exceptional reputations in education.

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Fiber Optics and Distance Learning

Africa

In December 2012, the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry started setting up a fiber optics infrastructure to provide the basic technical facilities for distance/online learning at the Methodist University of Cote d’Ivoire.

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Distance Education Center, Liberia

Africa

Founded in 2000, the United Methodist University in Monrovia and Ganta, Liberia enrolls 2,000 full-time students in liberal and fine arts, theology, health sciences and education.

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Support of Wembo-Nyama University

Africa

Founded in 1992, the Patrice Emery Lumumba University was heavily damaged by war. Currently, the university enrolls 500-600 students in the areas of theology, education, law, economics, social sciences, humanities and health sciences.

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Distance Education Site in Kinshasa

Africa

This project involves assessing and rehabilitating existing facilities to develop educational and communication structures.

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Connect Agricultural Programs at KMU and AU

Africa

Africa University has been very successful in operating a 200-acre teaching farm producing grains, vegetables, dairy and meat products for consumption and sales.

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Development of Kamina Methodist University

Africa

The North Katanga Episcopal Area Office plays a major role in providing primary, secondary, vocational and technical education in the region, overseeing and coordinating the entire United Methodist school system there.

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United Methodist Distance Education and Communication Center

Africa

Three computer labs, each hosting 40 computer workstations, were established and wired for fiber optics in Cote d’Ivoire as part of the Africa Communication Network to provide distance and online learning opportunities

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Communication Training for FM Radio Station

Africa

In 2012, United Methodist Communications led a workshop to train communication professionals in writing, using social media, photography, video and more.

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Internet Facilities for Kamina Methodist University

Africa

Through partnerships with annual conferences in the U.S. and The Methodist Global Education Fund, a communications center was established at the Episcopal office in Kamina and connected with the agricultural center.

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Africa Training and Learning Center

Africa

In partnership with United Methodist Communications, Africa University and the Mozambique Annual Conference, the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry built the first distance-education center in the country.

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Fiber Optics Connectivity at UMECI

Africa

The infrastructure provides the basic technical facilities for distance online learning, Internet connection and web and mail services for the entire university.

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Network topology for the Kinshasa Episcopal Office

Africa

With your support, we are able to purchase broadcasting equipment and offer training, so the radio station in the Kinshasa Episcopal Area can start broadcasting locally.

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Africa Communication Network

Africa

Distance education is vital to Africa. With your continued help, we can maintain satellite campuses that connect the continent with Africa University. Your support enables students to take advantage of important distance learning opportunities by connecting them with other universities in Africa and the United States.

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Distance Education

Africa

Distance education is vital to Africa. With your continued help, we can maintain satellite campuses that connect the continent with Africa University.

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FM radio station in Luanda, Angola

Africa

Developed in partnership with United Methodist Communications, this FM radio station houses two studios – one for on-air operations and one for production. It was created in two steps: First, feasibility studies were conducted June 25-27, 2012 to assess the location and implementation possibilities. The annual conference had a large room located on the ground […]

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Installation of computer labs and internet access at Africa University

Africa

Through support from the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry, we connected Africa University with other United Methodist-related universities throughout the continent. Ensuring that all computer labs are compatible with each other ensures materials are exchanged with ease.

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Radio Station at Universite Methodiste de Cote d’Ivoire (UMECI)

Africa

In collaboration with United Methodist Communications and the Côte d’Ivoire Annual Conference, the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry supported the implementation of a new communication and distance learning center in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

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