TOP INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY LEADER APPOINTED TO ADVISORY POSITION - BURUNDI

International Community Leader Dr. Manuel Tigerino pictured on right with
 Dr. Clyde Rivers

Dr. Manuel Tigerino, Founder of Latin University of Theology, as well as Founder of Community Mentorship Connection, has been appointed to the position of Top Advisory for International Relations, to the office of the Honorary Ambassador at Large for the Republic of Burundi, Clyde Rivers, Ph.D.

Dr. Rivers said of Dr. Tigerino, “I have never met a man like Dr. Tigerino. He crosses all lines to make communities, states and nations a better place for people to live. He should be nominated for the highest award for peacekeeping.“ Rivers goes on to say, “He is an excellent choice as an Advisor for International Relations. I know he will help connect Burundi globally and aid in the development of this great country. Dr. Tigerino, welcome to the Republic of Burundi.”

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 FAVORED ON EAST COAST OF AMERICA

                 Dr. Paul Taylor, Top Advisor for the East Coast of America

Dr. Paul Taylor, Top Advisor for the East Coast of America, to the Honorary Ambassador at Large for Republic of Burundi, Dr. Rivers, has done a tremendous job bringing positive exposure to Republic of Burundi from the east coast.

Dr. Taylor has put together the Burundi Africa Summits in the Boston area and people have attended from the eastern region of United States. A major organization has been birth from these summits called, Tipping the Nation. This organization will bring great changes to the country of Burundi. We will be hearing more from this organization in the near future.

Besides making connections through his Burundi Africa Summits, Dr. Taylor has also taken Generational Solutions, a problem solving organization, into Burundi. Rivers said, “All of this positive exposure has originated from the east coast because of Dr. Taylor’s hard work and desire to help Burundi. He has really impressed the government of Burundi with his teachings and mentality to empower the Burundian people to solve their own problems. This is what their government is looking for, leadership and training to reinforce their desire to help their own country. We will continue to have a strong, positive presence on the east coast of America because of Dr. Taylor.”

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.

BOSTON CELTICS CHAMPIONS IN ANOTHER WAY

Dr. Clyde Rivers, Honorary Ambassador at Large for the Republic of Burundi, was in Boston last weekend to pickup T-shirts and sporting gear from the Boston Celtics to aid the orphans in Burundi.

Dr. Rivers said, “We are very grateful that a high ranking organization such as the Boston Celtics have their heart in the right place.” The Boston Celtics currently have the top record in the NBA. Rivers goes on to say, “Among the youth of Burundi they are in first place as well. Any professional sports organization that looks beyond their community to help the world is truly a championship organization. The 1^st Lady of Burundi’s Buntu Foundation is very thankful for the goodness of the Boston Celtics in looking beyond their borders to help the children of Burundi. We wish to extend a heart-felt, thank you.”

During Dr. Rivers’ visit to Boston, he was will taken care of by people in the Celtics Organization. They did an outstanding job to make his visit a success. Rivers said, “I was very impressed by Matt Meyersohn, Director of Community Relations. He represented the Boston Celtics in an excellent way. As an Ambassador that travels the world it is great when you deal with a professional such as Mr. Meyersohn.” Dr. Rivers also observed the hard work of Ashley Earle as she prepared the way for his visit. He said, “She treated the country of Burundi with respect, from the moment we contacted her regarding this visit, and I want to thank her.”

Dr. Paul Taylor, Top Advisor for the East Coast of America, to the Honorary Ambassador, Dr. Rivers, was very instrumental in putting this project together for the Republic of Burundi. “He worked hard making the connection with the Boston Celtics Organization. He is one of the best men I know. He has a true heart for Burundi and is putting his words into actions.” Said Rivers.