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Number 92 ITJuly 2017
Building faith and training Christian leaders around the world through affordable, accessible
higher education utilizing distance learning.
Voice of Nations
NationsUniversity®
www.nationsu.edu
Marc David Simon, California
NationsUniversity Announces New Electronic Collection ResourceStudents, please be aware of the new EBSCOhost collection of e-books and
e-journals.With the EBSCOhost addition, NationsUniversity is providing without charge
a sizeable number of recently published books and periodicals that will prove useful in research papers. Additionally, as courses are revised, e-books are being substituted for hard-copy textbooks. The feature reduces the cost of purchasing and gives immediate accessibility to needed resources.
To access texts in those courses where e-books have been adopted, look for “Electronic Collection” on the Course Menu. Click on the title. You will need to be logged in.
When you wish to search for resources, locate the Search Bar on the nationsu.net site Home Page. Go to BRS 100 for complete instructions.
We Need Your Story!Recently we put out a call for NationsU students and alumni to tell us their
story. Some of the respondents made videos and you can now watch them on the NationsUniversity YouTube channel. Many chose to write to the University and express their sentiments and we look forward to sharing those stories in future editions of the Voice of Nations. Remember, we are always looking for good stories and great videos so keep sending them in. Contact Director of Communications Jon-Roy Sloan, at [email protected] to learn more!
NationsUniversity Graduation: July 2017
Graduation has always been a point of great anticipation. From my high school graduation through several college experiences, I never tired of dressing in robes, marching into an assembly hall, and hearing my name called as I walked across the stage to receive my diploma. As a faculty member, I have accompanied students as they did the same. Then, as an administrator, I have had even more pleasure shaking the hand of the students as I handed them their diplomas. Oh, graduation! What a sweet experience.
I generally say to graduates, “Congratulations!” After a pause, I will add something like this: “Now, that you have your honor, put it behind you and do your work as a servant.”
Mac Lynn, Chancellor
Mac and Marty Lynn want to congratulate all of the students for a successful program completion.
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Current Enrollment Current through 7/1/17
Total Students: 1,951Male - 1,654Female - 297Undergraduate -1,614Graduate - 337
Total Countries: 117Top Ten CountriesUnited StatesSouth AfricaNigeriaKenyaEthiopiaGhanaZambiaCameroonZimbabweHaiti
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Mac LynnChancellor
[email protected] Lynn
Executive Vice [email protected] Herman Alexander
Vice [email protected]
Marty LynnDirector, Student Services
[email protected] Sloan
Director of [email protected]
Mary Virginia MaberyRegistrar
[email protected] Heiderich
Director, Student [email protected]
John CasteelFaculty Advisor
[email protected] SullivanRegistrar Assistant
[email protected] Beville
Allen ThyssenChaplain
[email protected] Youngblood
Dean of [email protected]
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A group of South African students held their own commencement ceremony to celebrate their achievements. Thanks to Jonathan Chuma for sharing this photo.
NationsU Graduates ShareNationsUniversity is proud of its graduating students. What a great feeling of
accomplishment these students must be feeling having earned their degrees. But graduation is not an end goal in itself; it is instead a doorway to much larger things in the journey of life. Having a diploma is like having a key that can unlock many doors that were once closed. NationU is proud of its students and their determination to earn a degree and to further their work in God’s Kingdom.
Here are a few samplings shared by NationsU students:It is obvious that you are expecting to hear some excellent and breath-taking
news from me. Indeed there is great news. I would like to appreciate you and the entire NU staff for according me a chance to study Master of theological studies. With your help and that of all the faculty members I successfully graduated.
I have made several applications to various seminaries and universities, the good news is that all schools have admitted me based mostly on the Master of Theological Studies from NationsUniversity—owing to the fact that the university is accredited and recognized.
Pious N. Musokosh—ZambiaI am delighted to give all my sincere thanks and gratitude to you. I am pleased
to tell you that I have received my Certificate of Religious Studies yesterday. Thank you Gail, my mouth is so small to say thanks to you and all the NU Staff. May God richly bless and continue to guide and protect you in all your doings. You all are always in my prayers. Thank you Lord Jesus. May your Glorious name be praised for ever. I am so much happy.
Charles Mungu—Sierra LeoneI praise God for NationsUniversity for having equipped me this far, that I now
have a real chance of being employed by a reputable University like UNISA. You guys are doing a great job for offering us this great quality education in religion. Praise God!
Mwenge Mufuzi—South Africa
I would like to express my gratitude to you and NationsUniversity for helping me complete my Bachelor’s Degree. I felt as if I had achieved one of my greatest accomplishments in my life. I could not have done this without your patience and understanding.
Stan Denhof—US Prison Student
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January-May 2017Certificate In Biblical StudiesJohn Forsee, United StatesTimothy Phillips, United StatesMethod Moyo, Zimbabwe
Certificate In Religious StudiesAngelos Troizis, ChinaS. Nathaniel G. Johnson, Jr., LiberiaAbraham Alexander Woto, LiberiaBlessing Peters, NigeriaRedson Kanyinji, South AfricaVenita Clark, United StatesJason L. Conner, United States Clayton J. Snyder, United StatesChristopher Wheeler, United States
Bachelor of Religious StudiesWelday Ansel Teklay, AustriaJerome Manuel Robert Marques,ChinaAyodeji Michael Olumofe, NigeriaGeoffrey Wandera, UgandaRiver Aguilar, United StatesJoey Alkire, United StatesBobby Lee Biffel, United States
NationsUniversity GraduatesJuly-December 2016Certificate of Completion Anna Gideon Jumbe, TanzaniaNasrin Falah Akbari, TurkeyMaryam Eftekhar, TurkeyJoao Milayi, United States
Certificate In Biblical StudiesJerome Manuel Robert Marques, China
Certificate In Religious StudiesSem Henderson M. Banda, BotswanaAntony Ngwatha Ninga, KenyaCharles Yambasu Mungu, Sierra LeoneMlamuli Sizwe Guliwe, South AfricaJabulani Henry Gumede, South AfricaSheldon Wallace Joseph, South AfricaBenjamin Nhlanhla Kheitsane, South AfricaMakhabane Mokhachane, South AfricaCebo Njiyela, South AfricaAlvino Jules Prithilall, South AfricaDavid Unganjerwanga Tchuwa, South Africa
Thembinkosi Henry Zondi, South AfricaJack Allen, United StatesThomas Fulford, United StatesSteven George Pegues, United StatesJason Ernest Phillips, United StatesDonald Sullivan, United States
Bachelor of Religious StudiesShawn D. Israels, South AfricaStanley Gene Denhof, United StatesAnthony Gill, United StatesBobby Ray Rackley, United StatesDavid G. Smith, United States
Master of Theological StudiesBledar Vlash Valca, Albania B.S., University of Tirane
Tex Henry Azenabor, Gambia B.M., Bachelor of Ministry, International Bible College
Agnes Gift Ching’oma, Malawi B.A., Humanities, University of Malawi
Zollie Louis Byrd,Jr., United StatesJerry Castle, United StatesMatthew Fisher, United StatesNathaniel D. Jennings, United StatesWilliam McIntosh, United StatesAllen David Polk, United StatesDavid G. Smith, United States
Master of Theological StudiesSiraj Birebo Demmamo, Ethiopia B.Sc., Biology, Addis Ababa University
Markos Shanko Erdelo, EthiopiaSt. Mary’s University College-Addis Ababa
Kamwanga Vennantius Dikuwa, NamibiaB.Th., Namibia Evangelical Theological Seminary
Jerry F. Smith, PhilippinesPh.D., Trinity Graduate School of Apologetics and Theology
Martin R. Gough, United KingdomB.R.S., NationsUniversity
Maline Lima Carroll, United StatesB.A., Cornerstone University
Jimmy George Greiss, United Kingdom B.Sc., Biology, Addis Ababa University
Aaron S Anderson, United StatesB.S., Biology, Freed-Hardeman University
Demetrius Bradley, United StatesB.A., General Studies, Louisiana State University
Christopher A. S. Edwards, United States Bachelor in Church Ministry, Sure Foundation Theological Institute
Cornelius Johnson, United StatesB.A., Religion & Ministry, Word of Prophecy Bible College
Andrew Joseph Meverden, United StatesB.A., Colorado University Denver
Keith Driscoll, United StatesB.A., Psychology, The Evergreen State College
Edward Paul Johnston, United StatesB.R.S., NationsUniversity
Steve Livingston, United StatesPh.D. University of Tennessee
Kirk Paul Mason, United StatesNYACK Alliance Theological Seminary
Pious Nyirongo Musokoshi, ZambiaB.R.S., NationsUniversity
Master of DivinityMarc David Simon, United StatesB.A., Psychology, Brandman University
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Seven Safety Tips Every NU Student Should Be Usinglogin. If you use the same one then everything becomes compromised.
5. Avoid opening email attachments that you are not expecting—no matter who appears to have sent it. Most worms and Trojan-laden spam try to spoof the sender’s name. And make sure your email client isn’t leaving you open to infection.
6. Don’t provide your social security number or credit card information unless the website
displays a secure URL, prefaced with “https” — the “s” stands for “secure.” And even when you must provide credit card information or other private information, do so prudently.
7. Be aware of sharing too much information on social media, as well. For example, why supply
your mother’s maiden name, list your birthday, or your address? Identity thieves and other criminals exploit social media accounts to gain access to information.
No plan is fool-proof but you can minimize your risk and any damage if follow these steps. Stay safe online!
Achieving good computer security can be intimidating for some people. Fortunately, a few simple steps can provide a good measure of security without a lot of effort.
1. Use antivirus software and keep it up-to-date. Having the latest up dates is vital to keeping you safe. Everyday there are new threats that can infect your computer. Stay on top with the latest updates.
2. Installing security patches is the next important step. Vulnerablities in software are constantly being discovered. Check for updates for all the software you use, do this at least on a monthly basis.
3. Update your browser. When was the last time you did this? Students who are making online tuition payments are often declined because their browser is out of date. If your browser is out of date then your information is vulnerable.
4. Use strong passwords and don’t use the same one across multiple areas. Definitely avoid using the same one for your social media login as you do for your bank
John CasteelFaculty Advisor
We receive a lot of questions about the Certificate in Biblical Studies (C.B.S.). The most often asked question is: “Why am I in the C.B.S. program? I applied for the Bachelor of Religious Studies (B.R.S.) program.” The C.B.S. program is a chance for us to get to know you and for you to get to know us. By the time you complete this program you will know if we are a good fit for you, and we will know if you can do the work involved. It is NationsUniversity policy that all incarcerated undergraduate students begin with the C.B.S. program. Upon completion of C.B.S., you may apply for B.R.S. Upon applying to the program there will be some requirements you must meet to move forward. The ability to type papers will be a requirement. The ability to purchase some books will also be a factor in gaining acceptance. Be assured that all courses completed for the C.B.S. will apply toward the B.R.S. if you are accepted into that program.
For those of you who have email access through CorrLinks, JPay or other systems please note that we no longer accept emails from prisoners. There is no way to archive the emails and we were unable to send attachments. While it is slower, postal mail is still the best means of communication between NU and the prison student.
NationsU Behind Bars
Jon-Roy SloanDirector of Communications
