NUI Blog - Northrise University Initiative

by Duke Muchindu

Harvesting bananas is a worth-while exercise being undertaken at Northrise Farms. This marks the third harvest since the banana plantation was first planted in late Junuary 2008. The plantation sits on four acres of Northrise farms land. The harvest began in late April of this year. It has been an on-going exercise during the months of May and June. A sizable amount of fresh Northrise banana produce is currently available on the local market.

On 18^th June 2010, 1200 birds (chickens) were delivered to Northrise farms. Northrise Farms has begun the process of rearing the birds for meat for the duration of six weeks. This is a delicate process which Northrise farms is gaining experience in. This is the third time chickens are being reared for meat at Northrise farms. From a humble beginning, the activities at Northrise farms are slowly taking shape laying the foundation for the Faculty of Sustainable Agriculture Philosophy.

It is the vision of Northrise University that Northrise Farms continues to contribute to the economic empowerment of the community of Ndola and Zambia at large. This is in line with the nation’s policy of diversifying the economy into agriculture to lessen the dependency on copper, a diminishing natural resource.

by Chibozu Maambo

Twelve media team members all sat in the meeting with their faces brightly lit. As an old media team member, I was privileged to be part of the meeting. The growth in the number of members was very encouraging for the team. Though held in the cold season, that particular day, dated, June 14^th 2010, was fairly warm and sunny.

One of the main reasons for the meeting was to introduce the new team members. Besides this, the staff members reiterated why the media team was formed; the sole purpose of its existence. Students were also assured that the staff team would rally behind them. These words were music to our ears as it meant that we would not only continue being provided with the needed resources but we would also be given physical support.

In closing, students were given a forum to make suggestions and propose ideas on how the entire team can work more efficiently. Suggestions brought forward included  scheduling meeting with other media teams from different institutions to share ideas. To crown it all, each of us was asked why we chose to be a part of this team. In response to the question, we were reminded that self motivation and zeal are the driving forces behind an efficient media team member.

by Godfrey Mpala

Name: Brian Chipasha
Program: Bachelor of  Business Administration (BBA).
Level: Third Year student

Before I came to Northrise University (NU) I was studying for my Diploma in Community Development. When I completed my program, I thought it was time to join Northrise University. I had always desired to be at Northrise University because a lot of people recommended it to me praising the quality education it offers and the Christian values it is deeply rooted in. In 2008, my dream became a reality.

In the three years at Northrise, I have gained substantial business knowledge, with which, I’m confident of adding value to my family, our nation and the world. The empowerment from NU is life itself because; beyond the career I’m being shaped for, my spiritual life is being enriched. Every Monday morning, I’m privileged to sit down in chapel and hear the Word of God. Through that, I have learnt how to relate with other people and I now have the confidence to share the salvation of our Lord Jesus Christ with others.

Continuing with my education would have been very difficult but thanks to NU for the wonderful Financial Aid Program. The program is aimed at rendering financial assistance to students for part of their tuition. In addition, the lunch offered at NU is heavily subsidized enabling me to afford a meal everyday when I’m in school.

The team at Northrise is just great; I mean they meet my needs, spiritually, academically and financially. With such a team, I know that I will be able to attain my life’s main goal, which is, to get a PhD in Business Administration with a major in International Economics. That way I can become an international business management specialist and bring about the change I so desire in my society.

Dr. Moffat Zimba is the featured Alumni at Fuller Theological Seminary. Follow this link to check it out!

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