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{{Short description|University in Ndola, Zambia}}
{{infobox university
{{infobox university
|name= Northrise University
| name = Northrise University
| image_name = NorthriseUniversityLogo.png
|image_name= Northrise University Logo.jpg
|image_size = 200px
| image_size =
|motto= Being excellent at what is good!
| motto = Being excellent at what is good!
|president= Dr. Moffat Zimba
| president = Dr. Moffat Zimba
|established= 2003
| established = 2003
|type= Private - Christ-centered
| type = Private - Christ-centered
|faculty= 80
| faculty = 70
|students= 2000
| students = 1200
|colors= Black, Burgundy, white and orange
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|city= [[Ndola]]
| Brick, Marigold, white & Fern
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|country= [[Zambia]]
}}
|website= [http://www.northriseuniversity.com/ Official website]
| mascot = Eagle
| address = Plot 30029, [[T3 road (Zambia)|Ndola-Kitwe Dual Carriageway]]
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| city = [[Ndola]]
| province = [[Copperbelt Province]]
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| country = [[Zambia]]
| campus_size = {{Convert|640|acre}}
| website = {{URL|northrise.edu.zm}}
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'''Northrise University''' is a private, [[Christianity|Christian]], university in [[Ndola]], [[Zambia]]. It was founded in 2003 by Dr Moffat Zimba and Mrs Doreen Zimba.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.moe.gov.zm/index.php/component/content/article/54-directory/146-universities | title=LIST OF RECOGNISED UNIVERSITIES IN ZAMBIA 2015 | publisher=Republic of Zambia Ministry of General Education | accessdate=26 October 2017 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160421151106/http://www.moe.gov.zm/index.php/component/content/article/54-directory/146-universities | archive-date=21 April 2016 | url-status=dead }}</ref><ref name="Waters2008">{{cite book|author=Bella Waters|title=Zambia in Pictures|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=x3TvZ6c9i3EC&pg=PA43|accessdate=27 October 2017|date=1 September 2008|publisher=Twenty-First Century Books|isbn=978-1-57505-955-6|pages=43–}}</ref><ref name="Musambachime2016">{{cite book|author=Mwelwa C. Musambachime|title=One Zambia, One Nation, One Country|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=fQX3CwAAQBAJ&pg=PT571|accessdate=27 October 2017|date=7 April 2016|publisher=Xlibris UK|isbn=978-1-5144-6228-7|pages=571–}}{{Self-published inline|certain=yes|date=January 2018}}</ref><ref name="Teferra2013">{{cite book|author=D. Teferra|title=Funding Higher Education in Sub-Saharan Africa|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=2YIhAQAAQBAJ&pg=PT307|accessdate=27 October 2017|date=8 October 2013|publisher=Palgrave Macmillan UK|isbn=978-1-137-34578-3|pages=307–}}</ref>


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NU has local and [[international student]]s who receive training in academic disciplines at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. While Northrise offers a nationally accredited <ref>{{cite web|title= Accreditation | url= http://www.northriseuniversity.com/accreditation.php/ |publisher= Northrise University |accessdate= 29 October 2009 }}</ref> education that is founded upon Christian principles, the university accepts students of all faiths. Northrise University as at August 16, 2017 has 700 students and 77 academic faculty members. The university has produced a total of 314 graduates working in different sectors of Zambia's economy.


'''Northrise University''' is a private, Christ-Centered University in [[Ndola]], [[Zambia]]. It was founded in 2003 by Dr. Moffat Zimba and Mrs. Doreen Zimba.
The university is in partnership with [[Dordt College]]<ref>{{cite web|title= The Andreas Center offers new opportunities. The Dordt Voice | url= https://www.dordt.edu/cgi-bin/publications/voice/article.pl?id=665 |publisher= The Dordt Voice |accessdate= 29 October 2009 }}</ref> in [[Sioux Center, Iowa|Sioux Center]], [[Iowa]]; [[California Polytechnic State University]], [[San Luis Obispo]], [[California]], United States; [[Shanghai Normal University]], China; and [[Fontys University of Applied Sciences]] in the [[Netherlands]] and [http://www.baylor.edu Baylor University] in Waco, TX.

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NU has local and [[international student]]s who receive training in academic disciplines at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. While Northrise offers a nationally accredited <ref>{{cite web|title= Accreditation | url= http://www.northriseuniversity.com/accreditation.php/ |publisher= Northrise University |accessdate= 29 October 2009 }}</ref> education that is founded upon Christian principles, the university accepts students of all faiths. Northrise University as at January 20, 2023 has over 1200 students and 70 academic faculty members. The university has produced over 600 graduates working in different sectors of Zambia's economy.

The university is in partnership with [[Dordt College|Dordt University]] in [[Sioux Center, Iowa|Sioux Center]], [[Iowa]]; [[Grand Canyon University]] in Arizona, [[LeTourneau University|Le Tourneau University]] in Texas, [[Consortium for Global Education|Consortium For Global Education]], [[Council for Christian Colleges and Universities|Council for Christian Colleges & Universities]] and [[Fontys University of Applied Sciences]] in the [[Netherlands]] and [http://www.baylor.edu Baylor University] in Waco, TX.

The university's accrediting partners are the [[Higher Education Authority of Zambia|Higher Education Authority]] (HEA), [[Zambia Qualifications Authority]] (ZAQA), Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA), [[Association of Chartered Certified Accountants]] (ACCA), and General Nursing Council of Zambia.


==Academic programs==
==Academic programs==
Northrise University offers two-year diplomas and both bachelor's and master's degrees from the Schools of Business and Theology.
Northrise University offers two-year diplomas and both bachelor's and master's degrees from the School of Business, while offering bachelor's degrees in the schools of Law, ICT, Nursing and Theology.<ref>{{Cite web |title=All degree programs offered at Northrise University |url=https://northrise.edu.zm/academics/programs/ |access-date=2023-01-20 |website=Northrise University |language=en-US}}</ref>


===School of Business===
===School of Business===
'''Undergraduate Programs'''

* Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
* [[Bachelor of Business Administration]] (BBA)
*Bachelor of Finance & Accounting (BFA)
*Bachelor of Finance & Accounting (BFA)
*Diploma In Human Resource Management (DipHRM)


'''Postgraduate Programs'''
'''Postgraduate Programs'''
* Master of Business Administration (MBA)
* Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)


===Center for Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)===
===Center for Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)===
The Center for ICT offers students with [[Computing|computer technology]] skills.
The Center for ICT offers students with [[Computing|computer technology]] skills.


* Bachelor of Science in Computer Studies (BScCS)
* Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSc CS)
* Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)
* [[Bachelor of Information Technology]] in Web and Software Development (BIT WSD)


===Faculty of Law===
===Faculty of Law===
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* Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
|}
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'''<big>School of Nursing</big>'''


* Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
* [[Bachelor of Laws]]

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=== School of Nursing ===
* [[Bachelor of Science in Nursing]] (BScN)

=== School of Theology ===
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* [[Bachelor of Theology]]

=== School of Engineering (Coming Soon) ===

* Engineering Major (expected to launch in 2025)<ref>{{Cite web |title=Northrise University School of Engineering 5 year degree program |url=https://northrise.edu.zm/academics/schools-northrise-university/school-of-engineering/ |access-date=2023-01-20 |website=Northrise University |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=School of Engineering Development |url=https://northrise.org/school-of-engineering-development/ |access-date=2023-01-20 |website=Northrise University |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Civil Engineering |url=https://northrise.edu.zm/academics/schools-northrise-university/school-of-engineering/civil-engineering/ |access-date=2024-12-22 |website=Northrise University |language=en-US}}</ref>

=== Other ===

* Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching Methodology (PGDTM)


==History==
==History==
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==Campus==
==Campus==

===Downtown Campus===
Northrise University is in Ndola, Zambia. The campus, in the business centre of the town, is on Buteko Avenue in Caravelle House, opposite the Savoy Hotel.

Caravelle House, wholly owned by Northrise University, is a four-storey building able to cater for 300 students. As of 2018, the building is currently not in use.


===Main Campus===
===Main Campus===
The Main Campus is 8&nbsp;kilometers west of the [[Ndola]] city centre on the [[T3 road (Zambia)|T3 road]] (Ndola-[[Kitwe]] Dual Carriageway). The address is Plot 30029 Ndola-Kitwe Dual Carriageway.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Northrise University · Zambia |url=https://www.google.com/maps/place/Northrise+University/@-12.9826764,28.5789799,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x196cb4dff54b8387:0x39542b7fde0a0ad0!8m2!3d-12.9826764!4d28.5815548!16s/m/05c55pc?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTIxMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw== |access-date=2024-12-22 |website=Northrise University · Zambia |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-04-25 |title=Way: Northrise University (685952867) |url=https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/685952867 |access-date=2024-12-22 |website=OpenStreetMap |language=en}}</ref>
The Main Campus is 8&nbsp;kilometers from the town centre on the [[T3 Road (Zambia)|T3 Road]] ([[Ndola]]-[[Kitwe]] Dual Carriageway).


Northrise, having been provided with {{convert|640|acre|km2}} of land, has embarked on a $10 million campus project. With demand for world-class, Christ-centered higher education continuing to increase, the Northrise Advancing the Vision Capital Plan has emerged to include the construction of the Campus Center administration building, two student dormitories, two classroom buildings with computer labs, a faculty duplex, and the Alumni Guest House. Further plans include the construction of three new dormitories, three more faculty duplexes, a security, and maintenance building, a dedicated student center (hub), and a convocation hall. Altogether, these plans are intended to accommodate ten years of future expansion.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Northrise advancing the Vision by Funding an exciting future. Join us! |url=https://northrise.edu.zm/about/campus-expansion/ |access-date=2023-01-24 |website=Northrise University |language=en-US}}</ref>
Northrise, having been provided with {{convert|640|acre|km2}} of land, has embarked on a $10 million campus project. The construction of the Main Campus structures is underway and the university has completed its first phase that includes a student dormitory block with a capacity of 56 students.

The campus construction is taking place in phases. After completion it will be able to enroll 1000 students and a total capacity of 300 boarding places.


==Finances==
==Finances==


===Northrise University Initiative===
===Northrise University Initiative===
Northrise University Initiative is a [501(c) organization|501(c)3] California non-profit corporation established to support Northrise University in Zambia.
Northrise University Initiative is a [[501(c) organization|501(c)3]] California non-profit corporation established to support Northrise University in Zambia.


====Student Sponsorship====
====Student Sponsorship====
Northrise University offers opportunities for donors to sponsor students, as most Zambians cannot afford full tuition on their own. Those who receive financial aid are required to contribute to their tuition, which gives students a greater sense of ownership and accomplishment.{{Citation needed|date=May 2020}}
Northrise University offers opportunities for donors to sponsor students, as most Zambians cannot afford full tuition on their own. Those who receive financial aid are required to contribute to their tuition, which gives students a greater sense of ownership and accomplishment.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Northrise University offers Financial Aid (FA) to eligible Zambian students |url=https://northrise.edu.zm/financial-aid/ |access-date=2023-01-24 |website=Northrise University |language=en-US}}</ref>


===Northrise Farms===
===Northrise Farms===
Northrise Farms is a wholly owned agricultural unit of Northrise University. The farm provides farm produce for the NU community and the general public. Ultimately, the farm will contribute towards reducing the operating costs of the university, thereby providing an opportunity for students from poor families to attend Northrise University at affordable fees. The farm also provides employment to the community. The establishment of Northrise Farms serves as a foundation for the commencement of the Faculty of Agriculture at Northrise University.
Northrise Farms is a wholly owned agricultural unit of Northrise University. The farm provides farm produce for the NU community and the general public. Ultimately, the farm will contribute towards reducing the operating costs of the university, thereby providing an opportunity for students from poor families to attend Northrise University at affordable fees. The farm also provides employment to the community. The establishment of Northrise Farms serves as a foundation for the commencement of the Faculty of Agriculture at Northrise University.
The farm provides food for students and staff.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Northrise Farms produces products that help feed our students and staff |url=https://northrise.edu.zm/northrise-farms/ |access-date=2023-01-24 |website=Northrise University |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Kelly |date=2012-08-20 |title=Northrise Farms Sustainable Farming in Zambia |url=https://northrise.org/news/northrise-farms/ |access-date=2023-01-24 |website=Northrise University |language=en-US}}</ref>
The farm provides food for students and staff.{{Citation needed|date=May 2020}}


The farm’s rich soil and high water table, as well as the region’s ideal climate, make it a solid foundation for a future Agricultural program. Through its strategic partnership with California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Northrise will provide training to equip students for farming employment. The farm will serve as a working model and consulting center for Zambians looking to establish their own farms.{{Citation needed|date=May 2020}}
The farm’s rich soil and high water table, as well as the region’s ideal climate, make it a solid foundation for a future Agricultural program. Through its strategic partnership with California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Northrise will provide training to equip students for farming employment. The farm will serve as a working model and consulting center for Zambians looking to establish their own farms.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />


===Northrise Services===
===Northrise Services===
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== See also ==
== See also ==

[[List of universities in Zambia]]
* [[List of universities in Zambia]]

* [[Education in Zambia]]


==References==
==References==
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Latest revision as of 08:04, 28 December 2024

Northrise University
MottoBeing excellent at what is good!
TypePrivate - Christ-centered
Established2003
PresidentDr. Moffat Zimba
Academic staff
70
Students1200
Address
Plot 30029, Ndola-Kitwe Dual Carriageway
,
Ndola
,
Copperbelt Province
,
Zambia
Campus640 acres (260 ha)
Colors
  •     
  • Brick, Marigold, white & Fern
MascotEagle
Websitenorthrise.edu.zm


Northrise University is a private, Christ-Centered University in Ndola, Zambia. It was founded in 2003 by Dr. Moffat Zimba and Mrs. Doreen Zimba.

NU has local and international students who receive training in academic disciplines at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. While Northrise offers a nationally accredited [1] education that is founded upon Christian principles, the university accepts students of all faiths. Northrise University as at January 20, 2023 has over 1200 students and 70 academic faculty members. The university has produced over 600 graduates working in different sectors of Zambia's economy.

The university is in partnership with Dordt University in Sioux Center, Iowa; Grand Canyon University in Arizona, Le Tourneau University in Texas, Consortium For Global Education, Council for Christian Colleges & Universities and Fontys University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands and Baylor University in Waco, TX.

The university's accrediting partners are the Higher Education Authority (HEA), Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA), Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), and General Nursing Council of Zambia.

Academic programs

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Northrise University offers two-year diplomas and both bachelor's and master's degrees from the School of Business, while offering bachelor's degrees in the schools of Law, ICT, Nursing and Theology.[2]

School of Business

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Undergraduate Programs

Postgraduate Programs

  • Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)

Center for Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)

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The Center for ICT offers students with computer technology skills.

Faculty of Law

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School of Nursing

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School of Theology

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School of Engineering (Coming Soon)

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  • Engineering Major (expected to launch in 2025)[3][4][5]

Other

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  • Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching Methodology (PGDTM)

History

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Northrise University was founded in 2003. It was conceived in 1988 through the experiences of its founders Doreen and Moffat Zimba. Born in Zambia, Doreen and Moffat suffered from the lack of education opportunities for high school graduates that still characterize their country. Moffat and Doreen left Zambia to attend a Bible college in Australia. Upon completion, they went to Southern California where Moffat received his Doctorate from Fuller Theological Seminary and Doreen received her MBA in Technology Management from the University of Phoenix.[6]

Campus

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Main Campus

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The Main Campus is 8 kilometers west of the Ndola city centre on the T3 road (Ndola-Kitwe Dual Carriageway). The address is Plot 30029 Ndola-Kitwe Dual Carriageway.[7][8]

Northrise, having been provided with 640 acres (2.6 km2) of land, has embarked on a $10 million campus project. With demand for world-class, Christ-centered higher education continuing to increase, the Northrise Advancing the Vision Capital Plan has emerged to include the construction of the Campus Center administration building, two student dormitories, two classroom buildings with computer labs, a faculty duplex, and the Alumni Guest House. Further plans include the construction of three new dormitories, three more faculty duplexes, a security, and maintenance building, a dedicated student center (hub), and a convocation hall. Altogether, these plans are intended to accommodate ten years of future expansion.[9]

Finances

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Northrise University Initiative

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Northrise University Initiative is a 501(c)3 California non-profit corporation established to support Northrise University in Zambia.

Student Sponsorship

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Northrise University offers opportunities for donors to sponsor students, as most Zambians cannot afford full tuition on their own. Those who receive financial aid are required to contribute to their tuition, which gives students a greater sense of ownership and accomplishment.[10]

Northrise Farms

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Northrise Farms is a wholly owned agricultural unit of Northrise University. The farm provides farm produce for the NU community and the general public. Ultimately, the farm will contribute towards reducing the operating costs of the university, thereby providing an opportunity for students from poor families to attend Northrise University at affordable fees. The farm also provides employment to the community. The establishment of Northrise Farms serves as a foundation for the commencement of the Faculty of Agriculture at Northrise University. The farm provides food for students and staff.[11][12]

The farm’s rich soil and high water table, as well as the region’s ideal climate, make it a solid foundation for a future Agricultural program. Through its strategic partnership with California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Northrise will provide training to equip students for farming employment. The farm will serve as a working model and consulting center for Zambians looking to establish their own farms.[11][12]

Northrise Services

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Northrise Services is a company owned by Northrise University. Because of the poor state of the economy, most Zambians cannot afford to pay tuition to attend classes. Since tuition alone cannot fund University operations, Northrise has had to find additional sources of funding other than donations. Therefore, NS was created to help ensure that the university has the financial support it needs to continue.[citation needed]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Accreditation". Northrise University. Retrieved 29 October 2009.
  2. ^ "All degree programs offered at Northrise University". Northrise University. Retrieved 2023-01-20.
  3. ^ "Northrise University School of Engineering 5 year degree program". Northrise University. Retrieved 2023-01-20.
  4. ^ "School of Engineering Development". Northrise University. Retrieved 2023-01-20.
  5. ^ "Civil Engineering". Northrise University. Retrieved 2024-12-22.
  6. ^ "Northrise University - Empowering the people of Zambia, one student at a". Northrise University. Retrieved 2020-05-27.
  7. ^ "Northrise University · Zambia". Northrise University · Zambia. Retrieved 2024-12-22.
  8. ^ "Way: Northrise University (685952867)". OpenStreetMap. 2019-04-25. Retrieved 2024-12-22.
  9. ^ "Northrise advancing the Vision by Funding an exciting future. Join us!". Northrise University. Retrieved 2023-01-24.
  10. ^ "Northrise University offers Financial Aid (FA) to eligible Zambian students". Northrise University. Retrieved 2023-01-24.
  11. ^ a b "Northrise Farms produces products that help feed our students and staff". Northrise University. Retrieved 2023-01-24.
  12. ^ a b Kelly (2012-08-20). "Northrise Farms Sustainable Farming in Zambia". Northrise University. Retrieved 2023-01-24.
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