BURUNDI AND GUATEMALA UNITE

Dr. Clyde Rivers, Honorary Ambassador at Large for the Republic of Burundi, (Right) with a top Deputy congressman from Republic of Guatemala, Jaime Martinez Lohayza.

Dr. Clyde Rivers, Honorary Ambassador at Large for the Republic of Burundi, had a meeting with a top Deputy congressman from Republic of Guatemala, Jaime Martinez Lohayza. They met to establish a connection between the two countries to begin to work together to produce business and establish a healthy relationship between Burundi and Guatemala.

Dr Rivers said, “Jaime Martinez Lohayza, is a very good man. He has a true heart for the betterment of his country as well as looking to partner with other nations to establish good global relationships.” Rivers goes on to say, ”The Republic of Burundi would be honored to work with Guatemala. It is time to connect Burundi with the world so the world can see the greatness in Burundi. I am looking forward to my trip to Guatemala to further establish this connection.”

BURUNDI CONNECTING WITH LATINO LEADERS

                      Burundi connecting with Top Latino Community Leaders

Clyde Rivers, Ph.D., Honorary Ambassador-at-Large for Republic of Burundi is now connecting with top community leaders in California. Rivers said today, “It is good for Burundi to work in the mulit-cultural arena globally. The Latino community in California is working to make a positive assimilation into the communities of California. The Latino community has always been supportive of the work I have done in Africa. A leading example of this is seen in my connections with Dr. Manuel Tigerino. He is the Founder of Latin University of Theology, as well as, the Founder of Community Mentorship Connection. Dr. Tigerino has always moved with action to help Africa. He has taken medical supplies into Africa. He has supplied funding to help with the First Ladies Hospital in Uganda. Furthermore he has brought honor and education to top leaders in Africa. Following in his steps is his son, Pierre Tigerino, as Vice President of Community Mentorship Connection, has also taken a strong stance to support me in Africa.”

Dr. Rivers goes on to say, “Dr. Tigerino is truly a mentor to all. He is an important Christian connection and as a community development leader for the Republic of Burundi, we will get many things accomplished with him on board.”

Burundi Has Victory At Mount Scott

Honorary Ambassador at Large, Clyde Rivers, together with his Top Advisor of Diplomatic Relations, Dr. Rachael Schweiger on right

A victory for the Republic of Burundi was achieved as the Honorary Ambassador at Large, Clyde Rivers, together with his Top Advisor of Diplomatic Relations, Dr. Rachael Schweiger, visited Mount Scott Elementary School in Happy Valley, Oregon, USA on Thursday, February 17, 2011. The Ambassador visited the school to recognize the Mount Scott-Burundi Education Project that has the students at Mount Scott raising funds to buy school supplies for a partner school in Burundi.  Ambassador Rivers commented, “It’s a great day for Burundi when we can watch two worlds connect!”  The amazing students at Mount Scott showed their excellent character when they adopted a program to help a country that was not their own. Top Advisor, Dr. Schweiger said, “The encouragement from the principal and staff was evident in the students and in the outstanding program they created.” This young generation of students got a positive perspective on the great country of Burundi as they reached out to assist youth across the world.

On-Line Education and Globalization

                       International Professors Dr. Clyde Rivers and Dr. Michal Pitzl

The effects of Information Technology (IT) are all around us and the possibilities created by advances in technology are expanding every day, even for developing nations. If protesters in Cairo, Egypt can organize riots using social networking, colleges should be able to bring their education information through on-line capabilities. United Graduate College and Seminary is organization that is pioneering the concept of on-line education in the continent of Africa. Internationally accredited by Worldwide Accreditation Commission of Christian Education Institutions (WWAC), a multi-national association dedicated to promoting Christian education, United Graduate College and Seminary aims to bring positive influence through knowledge to every learner in the world.

Prof. Michal P. Pitzl has been teaching on-line distance learning seminars for United Graduate College and Seminary on the continent of Africa for several years. “I never really understood the power of on-line education until I came to Africa. In America receiving an on-line education has become as common as checking your email, but globally, education is a luxury for 80% of the population. On-line education is the key to globalization,” states Prof. Pitzl.

With any new concept comes change. “Being one who has experienced the traditional education system as a student and an education, nationally and internationally, I understand the power of systems and the nearly unfathomable possibility to change systems. But, the days of expensive tuition are leaving, and overhead costs of going to a traditional campus to receive an education are no longer necessary,” Says Prof. Pitzl. “Making education more accessible to the world should be viewed as a positive change, if we are looking out for the best interests of humanity.”

Seminary Chancellor Creating A Biblical Worldview

                                       

                                       United Graduate College and Seminary
                                    International Chancellor, Dr. Michal Pitzl

What kind of education can help bring lasting change and solutions to real world problems? Past and present systems of education have and are suffering from a lack of positive results and limit access to the majority of the population of the world. The High School drop out rate in fifty major inner cities in America is 51%. In 2005, 72 million primary age children in developing nations were not able to attend school. These are not fruitful statistics.

Making education relevant to the needs of the people is what the world needs today, and teaching people to be problem solvers is what is relevant to the people. People need jobs, not theory and school fees. This is what Prof. Michal P. Pitzl finds as she travels and teaches internationally. Prof. Pitzl is the Chancellor of Education Development Worldwide for United Graduate College and Seminary, an on-line seminar that is pioneering on-line education internationally. She says, “A Biblical worldview is one that teaches people how to help people. If people can discover the tools of how to solve real problems, they will create peace and productivity in their homes, their communities, their countries and the world. A Biblical Worldview teaches that everyone is created with a purpose, and it is our vision at United Graduate College and Seminary to help people discover their unique gifts.” Through practical projects and creating personalized programs based on the needs of the people, United Graduate College and Seminary teaches its students how to think, not what to think.

Burundi’s Honorary Ambassador at Large Has Diverse Advisory Board

                    Burundi's Ambassador at Large Dr. Clyde Rivers and  Dr. Rachael Schweiger, serves as his Top Advisor for Diplomatic Development.

Dr. Clyde Rivers, the Honorary Ambassador at large for the Republic of Burundi, recognizes the need for diversity amongst his advisors. One such valued advisor,  Dr. Rachael Schweiger, serves as his Top Advisor for Diplomatic Development.

Dr. Schweiger is a cross-dimensional leader. She holds a double major in Law and Public Policy and Accounting. Her minor is in Economics. Not only is Schweiger an international lecturer, she has developed a cross-cultural communications program to aid developing nations in conflict resolution. One of her areas of strength is her ability to bring people to new understandings through the simplicity of her message.

Dr. Rivers said, “Watching Dr. Schweiger teach has shown me her natural capacity as a motivational expert. She also brings a diversified perspective to the issues our Advisory Board faces. She is a strong asset to our team and Burundi is fortunate to have her assistance in bringing the new image of Burundi to the world.”

Burundi Visits Mount Scott Elementary School

                             Burundi Advisor, Rachael Schweiger (left) with School Representative

Mount Scott Elementary School will be visited by His Excellency Ambassador Clyde Rivers, Ph.D. the Honorary Ambassador at Large for The Republic of Burundi. He will attend an assembly on Thursday, February 17^th to kick off the Mount Scott Elementary-Burundi Education Project that has the students at Mount Scott raising funds for school supplies for a school in Burundi. Ambassador Rivers said, “This is a great privilege for the country of Burundi to partner with such an elite organization as the North Clackamas School District in Oregon.” He commends Mount Scott Principal, Ms. Shayne, for teaching her students to help not only their own community but children across the world in Africa. Top Advisor for the Ambassador’s Office, Rachael Schweiger, who met with school officials, praised them saying, “The school’s spirit of excellence and enthusiasm to do this program is exactly what we need to continue advancing the country of Burundi.” We are working to achieve these same outstanding qualities throughout Burundi.