Showing posts with label United Graduate College and Seminary Intl. Show all posts
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Friday, November 10, 2017

Dr. Clyde Rivers Wins Congressional Peace Award



In Chicago, Illinois on October 29, 2017 at the Congressional Gala Award Night, Dr. Clyde Rivers, Chief Chancellor of United Graduate College and Seminary International and Founder and President of iChange Nations™ won the first Danny K. Davis Peace Prize Award.

Congressman Danny K. Davis is a legendary Congressman fighting to better the lives of all people in his Congressional District in the State of Illinois. He is a legendary Congressman working with entities like the Multi-Ethnic Advisory Task Force.

“This is one of the biggest honors of my life to receive the first Peace Prize Award in the name of this icon Danny K. Davis, a true public servant paving the way and mentoring the next generation,” says Dr. Rivers. He goes on to say, “Congressman Danny K. Davis is teaching and exemplifying ethics and integrity in the political arenas. He is a true statesman for all politicians to look up to. We still have much work to be done in the arenas of peace around the world. With leadership like Danny K. Davis we have a chance to make a lasting change.”


The Danny K. Davis Peace Prize Award will be a yearly award given to the top peacekeepers in the world. Dr. Rivers wishes to thank, the Multi-Ethnic Advisory Task Force for the nomination of this award. 

Thursday, March 9, 2017

AGENTS OF CHANGE

Dr. Mateus
Mutola
The Lord Jesus gave the keys of the Kingdom of God to His Church to bring Kingdom influence in the nations of the world (Matthew 16.19).

After being challenged through my studies at UGCS I realized we cannot bring change to our communities and nations without being involved to some degree. To get involved, I had to identity some needs in my community and seek to meet them in a practical way that would exude the love of God. Early this year, I created MICASO, an element of Word of Life Ministries, for the sole purpose of meeting the basic human needs of the most vulnerable in my community and promote social justice and equality. The Lord Jesus said when we take care of the least in our societies by meeting them at the point of their needs in a practical way, we do it unto Him (KJV, Matthew.25.35, 40). On the 30th of September we visited the Pediatric of Mavalane Hospital in Maputo City that accommodates and provides treatment for children, infants, and adolescents aged 0 to 14. Our visit was termed “Eternal Love.” We demonstrated God’s Love by ministering the gospel of Jesus Christ via healing, smiles, hugs, gifts to the children and hope to their parents. The doctors, wardens and parents of the children were filled with amazement, joy and gratitude. It was the first activity of MICASO since its inception and we intend to do more of such activities within the different communities in Maputo City.

On April 2016, I founded the Council of Students and Professionals (CEP) with the vision to provide professional guidance in Kingdom education, vocation and orientation to Christian students and professionals to meet present market demands so that they will be able to perform their work with excellence and integrity. On August 20, 2016, CEP had its first open seminar with the theme, “Responding to Academic Challenges and Professional Demands.” We had four different sub-themes namely, “The Importance of Studying,” “Studying Techniques,” “Professional by Excellence” and “How to Deal with Failure.” Students and professionals from different church denominations and professional institutions, companies and organizations attended the seminar. One of the attendants was Mr. Onesimo Singa who is the Executive Director of Onesimo Business Network. Mr. Singa was so elated by such Christian initiative that he encouraged us to run faster with the vision. The next seminary is scheduled for November 5th with the theme, “Developing Creativity and Interpersonal Relationships”.

I also founded Mamu Coaching which seeks to empower people from all walks of life with the right understanding of who they truly are – the images of a loving God – hence bring them to the full understanding of their unlimited potential. I train them to live their lives to the full by becoming aware of the gifts God created them with and release these to the world in order to benefit others in making the world a better place. I have designed personal courses on subjects such as Purposeful Living, The Power of Choice, The Power of Personal Vision, True Identity, Healthy Relationships, Born to Reign, Manifest your Potential, The Right Approach to Failure and World Changers, not to mention others that are still under production. Furthermore, I do lectures in schools, universities and business workshops. I am now targeting private companies. My primary goal with Mamu Coaching is to help and motivate people be all God designed them to be on this side of the world. On March 19, 2016, I was a keynote speaker in a workshop organized by Success Workshop Company. I addressed an audience of 300 people from the educational, business and private sectors. My subject was “Healthy Relationships” in which I deliberated on Intra-Relationship as the most important relationship one can ever develop. This relationship must be based on Truth. I am scheduled to speak on a private High School this month. All my presentations are centered on Christ and His Word.

In October 2016, I was invited to attend a Peace Dinner Banquet organized by the Peace Island Association and the Council of Religions in Mozambique. The dinner is held annually in celebration of the Roma Cease-Fire Treaty signed by FRELIMO and REMANO on October 4, 1992 and advocates for peace and unity in Mozambique. The dinner is generally attended by key public peace advocates, influential religious leaders, noted politicians, business icons, foreign ambassadors, university professors and chancellors. The Minister of Justice, Constitutional and Religious Affairs, Mr. Isaque Chande, was the keynote speaker of the night.

From what I mentioned above, you can see that I am passionate about bringing Kingdom influence to the marketplace in my country and generation. I quote Prof. Clyde Rivers, Chief Chancellor of UGCSI, “Yes, we will!”

Written by Dr. Mateus Mutola - Mozambique Africa, Graduate of UGCSI and Online Instructor for UGCSI 

Edited by Dr. Christine Lan

Tuesday, March 7, 2017

VICE CHANCELLOR OF UGCSI RECEIVES HONORARY DOCTORATE FROM LATIN UNIVERSITY OF THEOLOGY

Professor Donella Pitzl
In Chicago on the set of Christ Family Network TV, Professor Donella Pitzl was presented the Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy in Society and Human Rights from Latin University of Theology. She was awarded this honorary degree for her proven work in developing curriculum that is changing the way people live, act and think around the world. Her innovative education model is being used by educators, leaders and life skill coaches globally.

Prof. Pitzl commented,"It is indeed a huge honor to have this degree presented to me. It is interesting how you can work at something without thinking of a reward, but rather how you can help others. Then one day you find yourself honored...it is truly humbling. I want to thank Dr. Tigerino, President and Founder of Latin University of Theology for allowing Professor Clyde Rivers to present me with the Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy in Society and Human Rights. I will cherish it." 

Latin University of Theology has been operating for more than a decade and has graduated over 25,000 missionaries and ministers from the U.S.A., Latin America, Europe and Africa. This distance learning university is based out of Inglewood California. The university provides degrees in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, and Biblical Counseling.





HONORARY DOCTORATE IN HUMANITIES AWARDED TO FORMER FIRST LADY OF ZAMBIA AFRICA

Former First Lady of Zambia Vera Tembo Chiluba with
UGCSI Vice Chancellor, Prof. Donella Pitzl
In Zambia Africa, January 2017, United Graduate College and Seminary International presented an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Philosophy in Humanities to Former First Lady of Zambia Africa. First Lady Vera Tembo Chiluba has been a leader of her people for many years. UGCSI recognizes her heart for mankind in her actions and life record. She has a heart for women and orphans in her country and has spent much of her life attending to their needs. She is greatly honored in Zambia and it was an honor for United Graduate College and Seminary International to be able to bestow upon her this Honorary Doctorate in Philosophy in Humanities.

The ceremony took place in the Capitol City of Lusaka with Chief Chancellor Professor Clyde Rivers and Vice Chancellor Professor Donella Pitzl presenting and many of "Mama Vera's" (as she is known) friends and family in attendance. It was truly a great day for Zambia to see one of their beloved honored by an institution from America. Professor Pitzl said, "It was a day the observe the value of honor and how it elevates others to a better place. It brings a standard by which others can use in life to measure their actions. Good models of love and integrity are so needed in our world. Mama Vera has allowed her life to be an example of caring for others. She has used her skills and formed a philosophy to live by." 

United Graduate College and Seminary International is in over 50 nations, has over 100,000 graduates and was founded in 1982 by Dr. Martin Wisor. It is a private International Christian College and Seminary. United Graduate College and Seminary International offers ministry training and ministry degrees through online Internet programs. We provide tools for students around the world seeking a practical Biblical education. Our students are located around the globe and represent many different cultures and people groups.


Thursday, March 3, 2016

CHIEF CHANCELLOR PROFESSOR CLYDE RIVERS LEADS A FORUM AT DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY

Dr. Clyde Rivers Center picture with DSU Panelists

This February at Delaware State University, Chief Chancellor for United Graduate College and Seminary Intl., Dr. Clyde Rivers led a global forum to help facilitate the change of dialogue regarding the New Africa. Dr. Clyde Rivers is also Founder and President of iChange Nations™.  In a forum he engaged highly esteemed members of Delaware State University in a very important dialogue expressing a change the conversation over Africa. Rivers said, “As the world knows, Africa is a prosperous continent with its minerals and resources. What I see as one of its most important resource are its people. There is a New Africa on the horizon and we want to honor Africa and those that acknowledge the precious resource of its people around the world. UGCSI has many online students in Africa that are proving to the world how astute they are as innovative learners, which are changing the dialogue over their countries. They are a part of this New Africa. It was outstanding participating in this forum at this prestigious and rich in history, Delaware State University.”

Dr. Rivers is the Chief Chancellor for United Graduate College and Seminary International that is in over 50 nations, and has over 100,000 graduates. Dr. Martin Wisor founded UGCSI in 1982. It is a private International Christian College and Seminary. United Graduate College and Seminary International offers ministry training and ministry degrees through online Internet programs. We provide tools for students around the world seeking a practical Biblical education. Our students are located around the globe and represent many different cultures and people groups.

Dr. Rivers is the Founder and President of IChange Nations™ a professional institution that equips, mentors and trains highly esteemed individuals who have the desire to change nations throughout the world. The organization is seeking to bring global awareness by strategically helping nations to educate, train and support the Nation Building Process designed to improve the dignity and betterment of human life. This international platform focuses on establishing effective relationships to help people understand the value of life and basic human rights.

Saturday, December 19, 2015

WILLIAM BUSH FORMER CONSUL GENERAL COLUMBIA RECEIVES HONORARY DOCTORATE ON CAPITAL HILL

Chief Chancellor Prof. Clyde Rivers w/Dr. William Bush

Dr. William Bush Former Consul General Columbia received Honorary Doctorate from United Graduate College and Seminary International. November 2015 on Capital Hill in Washington DC we had the honor to celebrate great individuals from over 25 nations around the world. The UGCSI family is growing and we are proud to welcome Dr. William Bush to the United Graduate College and Seminary International family. He works hard to create cooperation in education and sports as well as agriculture, industry, commerce and culture. He is quoted saying, “The spotlight of progress will be focused on improving life for the people.”

Professor Rivers says, “United Graduate College and Seminary International is honored to welcome Dr. William Bush, an esteemed individual, to the alumni of United Graduate College and Seminary International. His excellence in life and contribution to humanity is welcome to our institution. UGCSI knows Dr. Bush’s life exemplifies what our institution stands for, practical education and empowerment of mankind globally. We welcome you Dr. Bush.”

United Graduate College and Seminary International is in over 50 nations, has over 100,000 graduates and was founded in 1982 by Dr. Martin Wisor. It is a private International Christian College and Seminary. United Graduate College and Seminary International offers ministry training and ministry degrees through online Internet programs. We provide tools for students around the world seeking a practical Biblical education. Our students are located around the globe and represent many different cultures and people groups.