Tag: Africa University
Jue gives thanks for AU, pays it forward
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Rev. Jennifer Jue recently traveled to celebrate Africa University’s 30th anniversary as a donor of an endowed scholarship for women studying theology.
Still the School of Dreams in the Valley of Hope
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In this guest blog, Bishop Laurie Haller traces the birth of the dream that is Africa University on the occasion of its 30th anniversary.
Africa University missionaries visit Michigan
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Larry and Jane Kies, missionaries serving at Africa University in Zimbabwe, reinvigorated the connectional spirit found within Methodism by visiting supporters in the Midwest, including some in Michigan.
Grants to AU boost malaria research
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Two grants will help establish a malaria entomological center of excellence to foster research and innovation at Africa University.
James Salley named to new AU position
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Friends of Africa University across the globe welcome James H. Salley to an expanded role at Africa University in Zimbabwe. The school will celebrate its 30 year anniversary in 2022.
Missionaries celebrate ties to Africa University
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Larry and Jane Kies, missionaries serving at Africa University, talk with Bishop Laurie Haller about their greatest joys and challenges.
Bishop John Yambasu dead at 63
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KATHY L. GILBERT UM News Sierra Leone Area Bishop John K. Yambasu, who died in a car accident August 16, is being remembered for his courage, leadership, and love… Continue Reading Bishop John Yambasu dead at 63
Online classes for AU students this fall
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A sharp increase in COVID-19 cases in Zimbabwe prompted the Senate of Africa University to hold academic classes online through December 2020.
Africa University thanks Michigan UMs
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Education continues at Africa University during the pandemic. In addition, the students have been making hand sanitizer and PPE for their neighbors in the region. And Michigan helped!
They traveled to Zimbabwe in faith
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The Rev. Eric Mulanda has co-pastored Mt. Hope UMC in Lansing since 2015. He and a team from the church just returned from a goodwill mission to his alma mater,… Continue Reading They traveled to Zimbabwe in faith