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.

JOHN ARMAND CONSUL GENERAL OF THE REPUBLIC OF HAITI IN CHICAGO RECEIVES HONORARY DOCTORATE ON CAPITAL HILL

UGCSI Chief Chancellor Professor Clyde Rivers, w/Dr. John Armand 

November 2015 on Capital Hill in Washington DC we had the honor to celebrate great individuals from over 25 nations around the world. John Armand, Consul General of the Republic of Haiti – Chicago, received an Honorary Doctorate in Humanities from United Graduate College and Seminary International. The UGCSI family is growing and we are proud to welcome Dr. John Armand. He is laboring to help the country of Haiti, bringing business and development.

Professor Rivers says, “Dr. John Armand is now part of our United Graduate College and Seminary International and this man’s life and work reinforces our education model of practical help for mankind. His excellence in life and contribution to humanity is welcome to our institution. UGCSI believes Dr. Armand’s will continue to exemplify what our institution stands for, practical education and empowerment of mankind globally. We welcome you Dr. John Armand.”

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.

CARVIN HAGGINS RECEIVES HONORARY DOCTORATE FROM UNITED GRADUATE COLLEGE AND SEMINARY INTERNATIONAL

Dr. Carvin Haggins w/ Prof. Clyde Rivers

November 2015 Harrisburg PA, at the National Civil War Museum, we had the honor to celebrate great individuals that are changing the world by lifting others. One of these individuals is Carvin Haggins. He received an Honorary Doctorate Degree from United Graduate College and Seminary International. Chief Chancellor, Prof. Clyde Rivers commented, “This young man, Carvin Haggins, has dedicated his life to educating others through many avenues of practical life skills using his talents. He was given this Honorary Doctorate because he has truly done the work to testify of his abilities and contribution to the world. We welcome him into our United Graduate College and Seminary International family.”

Haggins is a Grammy Award winning songwriter and producer. In his life he has worked with renowned artists. He is passionate about music and has a strong sense of responsibility for his community. His experience has catapulted him into creative song writing and producing local talent and has formed his own production company, Karma Productions, with friend and co-founder, Ivan Barias. Carvin was also named Philly 360 Creative Ambassador of Philadelphia. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Community of Angels Foundation. He is often asked to address young people, sharing about his life’s journey. He is currently leading the charge to bring respect back to radio, starting his Ethical Music Entertainment label. Haggins works along side HoodRise Nations Urban Movement to assist in lifting others higher through his gifts and talents.

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.

UNITED GRADUATE COLLEGE AND SEMINARY INTERNATIONAL AWARDS HONORARY DOCTORATES ON CAPITAL HILL WASHINGTON DC

Chief Chancellor Professor Clyde Rivers w/UGCSI Team,

Prof. Michal Pitzl and Prof. Donella Pitzl and an award recipient

United Graduate College and Seminary International is proud to welcome and celebrate new Honorary Doctorate recipients representing our valued institution. The UGCSI family is growing and we have in our numbers men and women of greatness that are embracing the value of a being part of the United Graduate College and Seminary International family.

November 14, 2015 in Washington DC we had the honor to celebrate these great individuals from over 25 nations around the world. Professor Rivers says, “United Graduate College and Seminary International has grown in its alumni after this ceremony. We are enriched and benefit by the contribution each of these Honorary Doctorate recipients brings to UGCSI. We welcome you all to the family of United Graduate College and Seminary International and trust together we are building a great foundation to help people live a better life around the world.”

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.

DR. CLYDE RIVERS AWARDED CELA INTERNATIONAL VISION OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

Amb. Dr. Clyde Rivers

CELA International University in Miami Florida this September 2015 was honored to present Dr. Clyde Rivers with the prestigious Vision of Excellence Award for the peace and education he has dedicated his life to promote around the world. Dr. Rivers received the honor from Dr. Gabriel Nester Kost. Rivers said, “I am overwhelmed by this grand jester of honor for my work around the world. I don’t take this award lightly and will continue to encourage people around the world to value life and strive to discover their God-given potential and contribution to our world.”

Ambassador Rivers is a World Peace Ambassador and the Representative for the Golden Rule International and the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative, North American Division to the United Nations – New York. Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative is affiliated with the Department of Public Record (DPI) – United Nations as well as affiliated with the United Religious Initiative (URI), an Interfaith Peace organization. The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, former President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu have embraced and are promoting globally.

UNITED GRADUATE COLLEGE AND SEMINARY INTERNATIONAL VISITS COLOMBIA SOUTH AMERICA

Prof. Michal Pitzl, Prof. Donella Pitzl, Prof. Clyde Rivers

At the Youth Empowerment Conference – HEY, on San Andres Island Colombia in July of 2015 United Graduate College and Seminary Intl. team introduced San Andres to the Culture of Honor. Together with his delegation, Chief Chancellor Prof. Clyde Rivers, Chancellor Prof. Michal P. Pitzl and Chancellor of International Operations Prof. Donella Pitzl brought the message of the importance of life-long learning, grasping opportunity and expressing your gifts to the world. The delegation also brought the new global ethic message of the Golden Rule, “Treat others the way you want to be treated” and the honor system of the Golden Rule International was established.

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 Christian College and Seminary. UGCSI offers ministry training and ministry degrees through E-learning programs globally. The organization provides tools for Christian around the world seeking higher education.

Chief Chancellor Prof. Clyde Rivers commented, “Our time on the island was very good and we met youth excited to expand their influence and talents and people working hard for their communities. We would also like to thank Dr. Melida Harris-Barrow for organizing and hosting our time.”

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, former President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu have embraced and are promoting globally.

INTERNATIONAL CHANCELLOR AND WORLD PEACE AMBASSADOR SPEAKS IN COLOMBIA SOUTH AMERICA

Amb. Prof. Michal Pitzl

In July 2015, Golden Rule World Peace Ambassador Dr. Michal P. Pitzl addressed the youth at the Youth Empowerment Conference – HEY – in San Andres, Colombia. Dr. Pitzl skillfully challenged the youth that were present to tap into their greatness and live unlimited in their thinking. As a World Peace Ambassador and an educator Dr. Michal knows the value of honor and education and that every life is valuable and can make a difference in the world. She presented an animated challenging message to the youth of this conference.

Dr. Michal Pitzl is one of the youngest Chancellors for an International Online College and Seminary. She has lectured and trained instructors internationally for several years. Prof. Michal has developed multicultural curriculum for online distance learning and instructor training worldwide. Her academic degrees include Bachelors in Human Development & Teaching Certification and a Bachelor in Theology. Prof. Michal also has a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction and a Doctorate in Biblical Counseling and Philosophy of Christian Leadership. She is also the recipient of an Honorary Doctorate Degree of Divinity, as well as an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Humanities from Fuerza y Honor International – El Salvador. Prof. Michal is also the Co-Founder of the Life Coaching Model for Latin University of Theology.

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 Christian College and Seminary. UGCSI offers ministry training and ministry degrees through e-learning programs globally. The organization provides tools for Christian around the world seeking higher education.

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, former President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu have embraced and are promoting globally. Ambassador Clyde Rivers is the Representative for the Golden Rule International and the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative, North American Division to the United Nations – New York. Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative is affiliated with the Department of Public Record (DPI) – United Nations as well as affiliated with the United Religious Initiative (URI), an Interfaith Peace organization.

WORLD PEACE AMBASSADOR AND INTERNATIONAL PROFESSOR CHALLENGES YOUTH OF SAN ANDRES COLOMBIA SOUTH AMERICA

Ambassador Professor Donella Pitzl

At the Youth Empowerment Conference – HEY, on San Andres Island Colombia in July of 2015, Ambassador Professor Donella Pitzl addressed the youth with the challenge of becoming life long learners. She spoke of taking advantage of every opportunity along the path of life to gain education. Professor Pitzl said, “Education opens doors for you to change the world.”

Professor Donella Pitzl is a Golden Rule World Peace Ambassador and represents the Golden Rule, "Treat others the way you want to be treated," around the world. She is also Chancellor of International Operations for United Graduate College and Seminary International working online education globally. She commented, “Online education can be very challenging in nations with poor Internet services but I have some of the greatest students, dedicated to completing their studies regardless of the challenges. These students are changing their world through their education experience and through their determination. That was my challenge to the youth of San Andres – keep learning – it will open doors for advancement in life. See the greatness in each other and take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way.”

The Golden Rule International Award is now established in 120 nations of the world. This organization seeks out top achievers that live the Golden Rule in their everyday life. This is a new global ethic that the leadership of the Golden Rule International Award, Patron, former President of Ethiopia, Girma Wolde and Ambassador Mussie Hailu have embraced and are promoting globally. Ambassador Clyde Rivers is the Representative for the Golden Rule International and the Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative, North American Division to the United Nations – New York. Interfaith Peace-Building Initiative is affiliated with the Department of Public Record (DPI) – United Nations as well as affiliated with the United Religious Initiative (URI), an Interfaith Peace organization.

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 Christian College and Seminary. UGCSI offers ministry training and ministry degrees through e-learning programs globally. The organization provides tools for Christian around the world seeking higher education.

UNITED GRADUATE COLLEGE AND SEMINARY INTERNATIONAL CHANCELLOR MICHAL P. PITZL RECEIVES INTERNATIONAL HONOR

Professor Michal P. Pitzl - far right - pictured with

Dr. Brian Williams, Dr. Jenny Lopez, Professor Donella Pitzl and Ambassador Clyde Rivers

Professor Michal P. Pitzl, Chancellor of United Graduate College and Seminary International was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humanities by Fuerza y Honor International. Dr. Jenny Lopez pictured above is the President of Fuerza y Honor International that is located in San Salvador, El Salvador.

Dr. Lopez, President of Fuerza y Honor International and Professor Dr. Clyde Rivers, Chief Chancellor Worldwide for UGCSI presented this award on the platform of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library Grand Rapids, Michigan in April of this year, 2015.

Professor Michal Pitzl was honored for her mastery of developing life-changing curriculum for a skills education model with a Kingdom of God developmental focus. Her Human Development Curriculum is working to empower students in over 30 nations of the world through UGCSI.

Dr Jenny Lopez said, “It is an honor to have Professor Michal as an alumni of our institution. We are fortunate.” Professor Rivers is quoted, “Our institution is honored to have our Chancellor receive this prestigious award from this international institution. We recognize Fuerza y Honor International as an institution we are proud to be a part of. Thank you Dr. Jenny Lopez.”

PROFESSOR DONELLA PITZL OF UNITED GRADUATE COLLEGE AND SEMINARY INTERNATIONAL RECEIVES NOTABLE AWARD AT THE GERALD R. FORD PRESIDENTAL LIBRARY

Professor Clyde Rivers and Professor Donella Pitzl

Professor Dr. Donella Pitzl, an International Professor for United Graduate College and Seminary International was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humanities from Fuerza y Honor International, San Salvador, El Salvador. Dr. Jenny Lopez, President of Fuerza y Honor International presented this award at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library in Grand Rapids, Michigan in April of this year, 2015.

Professor Pitzl has worked developing and bringing education to the nations of the world, focusing on building a life-applicable, foundation-based education.

Professor Dr. Clyde Rivers, Chief Chancellor Worldwide for United Graduate College and Seminary International said, “This award is long overdue for Professor Donella. She has exemplified service to humanity for over 35 years. She is a true example of how hard work pays off.”

DR. CLYDE RIVERS RECEIVES AWARD FROM HAITI

World Peace Ambassador, Prof. Clyde Rivers

Leconte University presented Professor Dr. Clyde Rivers with an Honorary Doctorate in Leadership in Humanities. The Library of Congress Haiti recognizes Leconte University and it is the first private university in the history of the Republic of Haiti to present this award for tireless effort to bring peace to the world.

The citation given to Dr. Rivers states in part, “Your belief in ‘Do unto others as you would have them do unto you’  - the Golden Rule, incorporates a belief system that sees no bounds, only ardent activity guided by the grace of God. Through this ideology, you have created a multi-cultural faith based initiative to resolve issues and concerns worldwide… As a World Peace Ambassador your commitment to promote unity and understanding, allows you to surpass obstacles be they culturally, racially or religiously inspired. Universite Leconte D’Haiti welcomes a partnership to utilize your leadership and administrative gifts to collaborate in the restoration of its prominence to the pursuit of education, social and economic development for the people of Haiti. Your vision has brought back the lost art of honor, which has earned you the respect as a distinguished leader among Heads of State, former Presidents, Clergy, Dignitaries and Universities worldwide.”

Professor Rivers said, “It speaks volumes to be honored by a non-religious university for trying to bring unity to the people of the world. Every individual born in this world is valuable to the world and especially valuable to God. So we must protect the image of God in every individual born in this world.”

RUEBEN EGOLF OF THE UNITED STATES NATIONAL PRAYER COUNCIL RECEIVES HONORARY DOCTORATE IN HUMANITIES

Dr. Clyde Rivers and Reuben Egolf

On March 18, 2015 in Williamsburg, Pennsylvania Reuben Egolf received an Honorary Doctorate in Humanities from United Graduate College and Seminary International for his service to humanity, his integral leadership and his love for mankind. Pastor Egolf is the Washington D.C. Capital Director for United States National Prayer Council.

The United Graduate College and Seminary International was founded in 1982 by Dr. Martin Wisor and is in over 50 nations and has over 100,000 graduates. Among the recipients of the Honorary Doctorate Degree in Humanities from UGCSI are the First Lady of the Republic of Burundi Africa, Denise Nkurunziza, and the Former First Lady of the Republic of Mozambique Africa, Maria de Luz Guebuza.

Dr. Clyde Rivers, Chief Chancellor Worldwide for United Graduate College and Seminary International is quoted saying, “Pastor Reuben Egolf is a new voice for modern-day leadership around the world. It is truly a privilege for UGCSI to have candidates of his stature and quality. We welcome Dr. Reuben Egolf.”

FOUNDER OF DESTINY IMAGE PUBLISHING RECEIVES HONORARY DOCTORATE

Don Nori Sr. and Dr. Clyde Rivers

Don Nori Sr., the founder of Destiny Image Publishing received an Honorary Doctorate in Humanities from the United Graduate College and Seminary Intl. in Williamsburg, Pennsylvania on March 18, 2015. The United Graduate College and Seminary International was founded in 1982 by Dr. Martin Wisor and is in over 50 nations and has over 100,000 graduates. Among the recipients of the Honorary Doctorate Degree in Humanities from UGCSI are the First Lady of the Republic of Burundi Africa, Denise Nkurunziza, and the Former First Lady of the Republic of Mozambique Africa, Maria de Luz Guebuza.

Destiny Image Publishing was started in 1982 – 33 years of impressive publishing. The image of Christ has been formed and presented around the world because of the far-reaching affects of the materials published through this great publishing house. It is for this reason UGCSI deemed it a privilege to honor Don Nori Sr. with this prestigious Honorary Doctorate in Humanities. You built a platform to give a voice to influential Christian writers. Dr. Clyde Rivers, Chief Chancellor Worldwide for UGCSI said, “Don Nori Sr. is the best kept secret that has spent his life prompting others in front of himself. I am happy to know this great man. We are honored to have him as part of the alumni of UGCSI.”