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'''Vision International University''' is an American [[interdenominational]] Christian institution based in [[Ramona, California]]. The university offers [[distance education]] and online [[academic degree]] programs designed to prepare people for professional ministry.
'''Vision International University''' is an American [[interdenominational]] Christian [[Seminary]] based in [[Ramona, California]]. The university offers [[distance education]] and online [[academic degree]] programs designed to prepare people for professional ministry.


The institution traces its roots to [[Vision International College]] (alternatively known as Vision Christian College), which was founded in 1974 in [[Launceston, Tasmania]], by [[Australia]]n theologian and author [[Ken Chant]].<ref>[http://www.vision.edu/about/history.asp Vision International Education Network - History]</ref> Together with Vision International College, Vision Internet Bible College, and several other Christian educational institutions, Vision International University is a member institution of the Vision International Education Network.<ref>[http://www.internetbiblecollege.info/affiliates/content.php?content_id=74 Vision International Education Network - Affiliates]</ref>
The institution traces its roots to [[Vision International College]] (alternatively known as Vision Christian College) in Australia, which was founded in 1974 in [[Launceston, Tasmania]], by [[Australia]]n theologian and author [[Ken Chant]].<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.vision.edu/wpnew2/vision-history/ |title=Vision International Education Network - History |access-date=2021-11-14 |archive-date=2021-11-06 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211106070823/https://www.vision.edu/wpnew2/vision-history/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Together with Vision International College, City Vision University, and several other Christian educational institutions, Vision International University is a member institution of the Vision International Education Network.<ref>[https://www.vision.edu/wpnew2/vision-international-network-of-ministries/ Vision International Education Network - Affiliates]</ref>


==Academics==
==Academics==
Vision International University offers ministry training and theological education to students from a wide variety of faith backgrounds. Vision International College began in Australia in 1974 as a [[Pentecostal]]-[[Charismatic movement|Charismatic]] institution without specific denominational affiliation. Vision cooperates with many [[Christian denominations]] and ministerial fellowships to provide a "primarily biblical education to both students preparing for vocational ministry and those who seek a stronger theological foundation for the ministerial context in which they find themselves".<ref name="belief">[http://www.vision.edu/about/doctrine.asp Basic Beliefs (official site)]</ref> Vision welcomes students from any denominational background.
Vision International University offers ministry training and theological education to students from a wide variety of faith backgrounds. Vision International College began in Australia in 1974 as a [[Pentecostal]]-[[Charismatic movement|Charismatic]] institution without specific denominational affiliation. Vision cooperates with many [[Christian denominations]] and ministerial fellowships to provide a "primarily biblical education to both students preparing for vocational ministry and those who seek a stronger theological foundation for the ministerial context in which they find themselves".<ref name="belief">{{Cite web |url=http://www.vision.edu/about/doctrine.asp |title=Basic Beliefs (official site) |access-date=2006-07-10 |archive-date=2006-08-19 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060819045214/http://www.vision.edu/about/doctrine.asp |url-status=live }}</ref> Vision welcomes students from any denominational background.


The curriculum of Vision attempts to maintain academic rigor from a non-dogmatic perspective, allowing students to study a wide variety of theological issues and to formulate their own beliefs in an academic context. Vision maintains a strong emphasis on church planting, community service, and Christian character development.<ref name="belief" />
The curriculum of Vision attempts to maintain academic rigor from a non-dogmatic perspective, allowing students to study a wide variety of theological issues and to formulate their own beliefs in an academic context. Vision maintains a strong emphasis on church planting, community service, and Christian character development.<ref name="belief" />


The university offers a bachelor's degree completion program and a small selection of focused master's and doctoral degree programs.<ref>[http://www.vision.edu/web/earn-a-degree-2/ VIU Programs (official site)]</ref>
The university offers a bachelor's degree completion program and a small selection of focused master's and doctoral degree programs.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.vision.edu/web/earn-a-degree-2/ |title=VIU Programs (official site) |access-date=2018-04-04 |archive-date=2018-04-09 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180409215827/http://www.vision.edu/web/earn-a-degree-2/ |url-status=live }}</ref>


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==Authorization and recognition==
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==Accreditation==
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Since 1990, Vision International University has maintained authorization to grant [[academic degree|degrees]] by religious exemption in the State of California.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.vision.edu/wpnew2/degree-programs/ |title=VIU California state-authorized degrees |access-date=2021-11-14 |archive-date=2021-11-06 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211106151844/https://www.vision.edu/wpnew2/degree-programs/ |url-status=live }}</ref> In 2005, the university submitted its application for state approval by the [[California Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education]] (BPPVE) to be recognized as a degree-granting institution. In April 2007, the university received approval to operate from the BPPVE.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://app.dca.ca.gov/bppve/school-search/view-school.asp?schlcode=76587409 |title=BPPVE School Detail - Vision International University |access-date=2006-07-07 |archive-date=2007-06-13 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070613121137/https://app.dca.ca.gov/bppve/school-search/view-school.asp?schlcode=76587409 |url-status=live }}</ref>
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Vision International's College in Australia is accredited by the New South Wales Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board (VETAB), which is part of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). This government accreditation is recognized throughout the British Commonwealth.{{cn|date=June 2019}}


City Vision University has conducted an extensive evaluation of Vision International University courses and programs and will accept credit for courses as well as associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. Students with a Vision International University Bachelor’s Degree can enter directly into City Vision University Master’s programs.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.cityvision.edu/lp/vision-international/ |title=City Vision University (official site) |access-date=2021-11-14 |archive-date=2021-10-20 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211020190842/https://www.cityvision.edu/lp/vision-international/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
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Since 1990, Vision International University in the United States has maintained authorization to grant [[academic degree|degrees]] by religious exemption in the State of California.{{citation needed|date=December 2012}} In 2005, the university submitted its application for state approval by the [[California Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education]] (BPPVE) to be recognized as a degree-granting institution. In April 2007, the university received approval to operate from the BPPVE.<ref>[https://app.dca.ca.gov/bppve/school-search/view-school.asp?schlcode=76587409 BPPVE School Detail - Vision International University]</ref>


Vision International University is accredited by Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities. ASIC is recognised by UKVI in UK, is a member of the CHEA International Quality Group (CIQG) in USA and is listed in their International Directory, is a member of the BQF (British Quality Foundation), and are institutional members of EDEN (European Distance and E-Learning Network.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.vision.edu/wpnew2/authorization/ |title=ASIC |access-date=2022-10-18 |archive-date=2022-10-18 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221018081936/https://www.vision.edu/wpnew2/authorization/ |url-status=live }}</ref>
Vision International has affiliate status with the [[Association for Biblical Higher Education]] (a US Department of Education Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) recognized accrediting agency), which describes it as a "credible institution" that is "presently lacking either readiness or inclination to seek ABHE accreditation".<ref>http://www.abhe.org/pages/NAV-Directory.html</ref>


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==Accreditation in Australia==
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==Authorization==
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Vision International College in Australia is accredited by the New South Wales Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board (VETAB), which is part of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). This government accreditation is recognized throughout the British Commonwealth.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://training.gov.au/Organisation/Details/90862 |title=Registered Training Organisation |access-date=2021-11-14 |archive-date=2021-10-20 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211020114144/https://training.gov.au/Organisation/Details/90862 |url-status=live }}</ref>
In October 2002, the university, together with the University of Florida and eight other institutions, received a [[cease and desist order]] from the State of [[Connecticut]] Department of Higher Education, which found that the school had offered degrees and certificates without being authorized to operate as an institution of higher education in the state. In response, the university withdrew its contracts with three Connecticut organizations that had been offering its programs.<ref>[http://www.ctdhe.org/info/pdfs/ReportUnlicensedSchools.pdf Actions Against Unlicensed Colleges and Private Occupational Schools in Connecticut, Fall 2001-Spring 2003], Board of Governors for Higher Education,
Department of Higher Education, State of Connecticut, February 2003 (accessed September 10, 2007)</ref>


==Notable alumni==
==Notable alumni==
*[[Meadowlark Lemon]], former member of the [[Harlem Globetrotters]], holds a Doctor of Divinity degree.<ref>http://www.meadowlarklemon.org/biography/</ref>
*[[Meadowlark Lemon]], former member of the [[Harlem Globetrotters]], holds a Doctor of Divinity degree.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.meadowlarklemon.org/biography/ |title=Meadowlark Lemon Biography - Official Website |website=www.meadowlarklemon.org |url-status=usurped |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121223064114/http://www.meadowlarklemon.org/biography |archive-date=2012-12-23}}</ref>
*[[Shelley Lubben]], former adult actress, holds a bachelor's degree in theological studies.<ref>https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-lubben-20066730</ref>
*[[Shelley Lubben]], former adult actress and later anti-porn activist, earned a bachelor's degree in theological studies.<ref>https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-lubben-20066730 {{Self-published source|date=June 2022}}</ref>
*[[Guillermo Maldonado]], founder of [[El Rey Jesus]], holds a Doctor of Divinity degree.<ref name="thewordnetwork.org">{{cite web|url=http://www.thewordnetwork.org/programs/guillermo-maldonado|title=Guillermo Maldonado - The Word Network|publisher=Thewordnetwork.org|accessdate=8 January 2015}}</ref>
*[[Guillermo Maldonado (pastor)|Guillermo Maldonado]], founder of [[El Rey Jesus]], holds a Doctor of Divinity degree.<ref name="thewordnetwork.org">{{cite web|url=http://www.thewordnetwork.org/programs/guillermo-maldonado|title=Guillermo Maldonado - The Word Network|publisher=Thewordnetwork.org|access-date=8 January 2015|archive-date=21 February 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150221224700/http://www.thewordnetwork.org/programs/guillermo-maldonado|url-status=dead}}</ref>


==See also==
==See also==
* [[Ken Chant]]
* [[TechMission]]
* [[Vision International College]]
* [[List of unaccredited institutions of higher learning]]
* [[School accreditation]]


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
* [http://www.vision.edu/ Vision International University] official website
* [http://www.vision.edu/ Vision International University] official website
* [http://www.cpec.ca.gov/collegeguide/Institution.asp?id=E0575A Vision International University] in ''Guide to California Colleges and Universities'', State of California
* [https://www.acea-schools.org/partners.html Vision International University] im ''Academic Council for Educational Accountability''

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Vision International University
Institution Seal
Motto"The Whole Word to the Whole World"
TypePrivate
Established1990
PresidentStan E. DeKoven
Academic staff
approx. 30 (full and part time)
Location
Ramona
,
California
,
United States
Websitevision.edu

Vision International University is an American interdenominational Christian Seminary based in Ramona, California. The university offers distance education and online academic degree programs designed to prepare people for professional ministry.

The institution traces its roots to Vision International College (alternatively known as Vision Christian College) in Australia, which was founded in 1974 in Launceston, Tasmania, by Australian theologian and author Ken Chant.[1] Together with Vision International College, City Vision University, and several other Christian educational institutions, Vision International University is a member institution of the Vision International Education Network.[2]

Academics

[edit]

Vision International University offers ministry training and theological education to students from a wide variety of faith backgrounds. Vision International College began in Australia in 1974 as a Pentecostal-Charismatic institution without specific denominational affiliation. Vision cooperates with many Christian denominations and ministerial fellowships to provide a "primarily biblical education to both students preparing for vocational ministry and those who seek a stronger theological foundation for the ministerial context in which they find themselves".[3] Vision welcomes students from any denominational background.

The curriculum of Vision attempts to maintain academic rigor from a non-dogmatic perspective, allowing students to study a wide variety of theological issues and to formulate their own beliefs in an academic context. Vision maintains a strong emphasis on church planting, community service, and Christian character development.[3]

The university offers a bachelor's degree completion program and a small selection of focused master's and doctoral degree programs.[4]

Authorization and recognition

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Since 1990, Vision International University has maintained authorization to grant degrees by religious exemption in the State of California.[5] In 2005, the university submitted its application for state approval by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education (BPPVE) to be recognized as a degree-granting institution. In April 2007, the university received approval to operate from the BPPVE.[6]

City Vision University has conducted an extensive evaluation of Vision International University courses and programs and will accept credit for courses as well as associate’s and bachelor’s degrees. Students with a Vision International University Bachelor’s Degree can enter directly into City Vision University Master’s programs.[7]

Vision International University is accredited by Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities. ASIC is recognised by UKVI in UK, is a member of the CHEA International Quality Group (CIQG) in USA and is listed in their International Directory, is a member of the BQF (British Quality Foundation), and are institutional members of EDEN (European Distance and E-Learning Network.[8]

Accreditation in Australia

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Vision International College in Australia is accredited by the New South Wales Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board (VETAB), which is part of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). This government accreditation is recognized throughout the British Commonwealth.[9]

Notable alumni

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Vision International Education Network - History". Archived from the original on 2021-11-06. Retrieved 2021-11-14.
  2. ^ Vision International Education Network - Affiliates
  3. ^ a b "Basic Beliefs (official site)". Archived from the original on 2006-08-19. Retrieved 2006-07-10.
  4. ^ "VIU Programs (official site)". Archived from the original on 2018-04-09. Retrieved 2018-04-04.
  5. ^ "VIU California state-authorized degrees". Archived from the original on 2021-11-06. Retrieved 2021-11-14.
  6. ^ "BPPVE School Detail - Vision International University". Archived from the original on 2007-06-13. Retrieved 2006-07-07.
  7. ^ "City Vision University (official site)". Archived from the original on 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2021-11-14.
  8. ^ "ASIC". Archived from the original on 2022-10-18. Retrieved 2022-10-18.
  9. ^ "Registered Training Organisation". Archived from the original on 2021-10-20. Retrieved 2021-11-14.
  10. ^ "Meadowlark Lemon Biography - Official Website". www.meadowlarklemon.org. Archived from the original on 2012-12-23.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
  11. ^ https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-lubben-20066730 [self-published source]
  12. ^ "Guillermo Maldonado - The Word Network". Thewordnetwork.org. Archived from the original on 21 February 2015. Retrieved 8 January 2015.
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