CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY OF NEPAL
Christian University of Nepal is founded on the Christian Spirit of love for the world. With faith, hope, and love, we endeavor to promote higher education for the benefit of the Nepalese Christian and none Christian young people who are aiming at the pursuit of higher education and advancement of genuine knowledge in order to maintain our Christian and cultural heritage and, thus, to serve God and the humanity and provide excellent education which will transform humankind from basic good to the best.
PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
We respect the dignity of nature and of humanity, and we seek to promote harmony between the creator, oneself, all other human beings, and the entire creation through the wise and prudent utilization of professional knowledge of the sciences and the humanities. We recognize individual differences with respect to talents, character, capability, and background. We believe that full development of one’s potential signifies success.
We believe that education has broader goals than merely exploring knowledge and improving technology. Education is also a process of building character and searching for the meaning of life and oneself. We are convinced that love and hope is the principal guiding force in education. We, teachers, and students alike, pursue mutual growth through instruction by both words and deeds, in a spirit of Christian love and respect for one another.
We respect academic freedom and autonomy, believing that knowledge produces understanding of the truth, and that this understanding makes people genuinely free. We believe that education through honest, diligent pursuit and practical experience is the best means of obtaining right and true knowledge and wisdom for better life and for serving humanity with the love and spirit of Christ. We are proud of the university’s tradition of fearing God, loving our people and our country, respecting one another’s work in a spirit of teamwork, and appreciating simplicity, decency, and honesty.
HISTORY OF UNIVERSITY
CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY OF NEPAL AT A GLIMPSE
In 2017, a group of Christian educators and local gentries got together to establish an agricultural and engineering college in Nepal to train science and engineering talent in the Christian spirit. After several name changes and long preparations, Gurkha Christian college, college of science and engineering (Christian University of Nepal) was established in October 2017 upon approval by the ministry of education. with education through honest, hardworking pursuit and practical experience as the school`s motto, the college is composed of four departments, namely, the departments of physics, chemistry, engineering, and civil engineering. Will be upgraded to the status of a full university, (Christian University of Nepal) is renamed Gorkha Christian University of Nepal (Christian University of Nepal) on Aug. 1, 2017.
After two decades of endeavor, CUON has developed with support from all members of the board of trustees, as well as we are praying and expecting to get prayer support , spiritual help and financial contribution and support from God’s people from all over the world and who will represent stages in Christian University of Nepal creation, foundation, growth, steadfastness, and expansion. the university will enroll students in seven-granting school and colleges, such as College of Christian Theology, the college of science, engineering, business, design, electrical engineering and computer science, humanities and education, English Major Depart , Math major Depart, and the school of law. The university offers 24 graduate programs and University will develop 7 Ph.D. Programs in 24 departments. There will be more than 40,000 alumni and most of them will devote their best to the progress of our community of university society.
With a vision for the future, integrating, assimilating, creativity, innovation, are going to be competitive advantages of Christian University of Nepal. By adhering to its educational philosophy and mission statement, holistic education human concern, and service learning, are the development objectives of Christian University of Nepal. Furthermore, Christian University of Nepal will be ranked as the integrated and most prestigious institution of higher education among private universities by ministry of education since inception. Thus, with this responsibility, Christian University of Nepal will devote to upgrading the level of higher education in Nepal. Being the leading and first Christian private university in Nepal, intends to raise its reputation in the world; to achieve the goal of being a faith based, driven by hope, and love integrated university in Nepal.
Christian University of Nepal will promote national and internationalization by sharing culture and passion to win the hearts of Southeast Asian students. Christian University of Nepal students will give Good example or models the indigenous community in gorkha district will rebuild its cultural scene center of public affairs as well as educational hub for mid-western Nepal .Christian University of Nepal alumni will be named as outstanding young person for helping teens and youth to realize their dreams. Christian University of Nepal will be as the most favored university by Christian Churches and Ministries enterprises.
AN OVERVIEW OF EDUCATION−PURSUING A FULFILLING LIFE VIA HOLISTIC EDUCATION
For a long time in the evolution of human history and societies, man has been conditioned to be more observant to bodily experiences and empirical things. Although we have gained a significant understanding of the material world, we are less responsive or rather more indifferent to immaterial things. As a result, our world view has been narrowed and we have fallen prey to commodity fetishism. Therefore, we are becoming increasingly one dimensional–responsive only to materials and empirical experiences.
Unfortunately, our education system could not be exempted from this pernicious influence. Schools and colleges have become no more than a highly developed manufacturing unit. In this system, students are like raw materials processed in the machine and turned out as identical commodities to be immersed into the job market. At best, they master the fundamental skills which may eventually allow them to become experts or professionals in their respective fields. Clearly, modern people have lost their exceptionality and subjectivity.
Many do not know the meaning of their own existence. They are working machines, for they do not know why they work, and do not have a purpose or goal beyond satisfying the immediate physical demands of their existence. They may know how to manipulate high tech equipment, but they do not know how to be a husband or a wife. They may be able to calculate market trends, but they do not know how to navigate through complex human relationships. They may be able to satisfy society’s workforce needs, but they lack the means to fulfill their responsibilities as a human being. An unbalanced education system has created men and women who do not know where they are or who they are. Therefore, today we need to find and recover our lost children.
Here at Gorkha Christian University of Nepal, we believe that holistic education is the solution. We view holistic education as a construction project from within that can light a path for those lost men and women. Holistic education at Christian University of Nepal aims at humanization, the ultimate function education strives to provide. Students learn that between themselves and others, themselves, human civilization, humanity and God, there exists a relationship and balance they need to work on to have a fulfilling life. That is the goal of holistic education.
THE IMPLEMENTATION OF HOLISTIC EDUCATION
The ideals of holistic education are grounded in respect of nature and human dignity, and the pursuit of harmony among the universe, humans, matter, and the self. This is not only our current goal of education at Christian University of Nepal, but it will also be the guiding principle of a future trend of higher education in Nepal. When implementing holistic education four kinds of balances are embodied in the Educational philosophy, as elucidated in the following:
BALANCE BETWEEN SPECIALTY AND GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Within a specialty, one is equipped with the power to complete a specialized task, while general knowledge affords one a wider yet more integrated view of life. Facing a diverse and ever-changing environment, students need to find a balance between the study of specialty and general knowledge. They need to build a knowledge framework where both can synergistically reinforce each other. While engaging in the vertical pursuit of specialty knowledge, university students should not lose sight of the various disciplines outside their major fields. We at CUON aim at helping students build a well-rounded knowledge base. Emphasis is placed on helping them gain the power of empathy which can enable them to understand and appreciate other kinds of thinking or life experiences.
BALANCE BETWEEN CHARACTER-BUILDING AND KNOWLEDGE-BUILDING
At Christian University of Nepal, we not only teach students what they need to know to excel academically, but we also place an equal emphasis on character-building. Young men and women with biased or distorted personality often are the cause of unease of the society. Such students cannot communicate with others effectively or meaningfully, and often this leads to personal problems, academic failure, or even wider social disturbance. Therefore, we aim to teach students to view things from different perspectives and to communicate free of prejudice. In an era that increasingly relies on team work instead of individual talent, we hope that students cultivate a sound character while building a solid base of knowledge. These two elements can bolster each other, and the resulting synergy would be to the students’ advantage.
BALANCE BETWEEN SELF AND DIFFERENT TEAM OR GROUP
The world is increasingly moving toward collaborative learning and there is a greater need to address the importance of interaction between self and group. Therefore, educators today must emphasize the need to maintain a balance between one-self and group. Students need a better self and group interaction to ensure a better and more efficient learning process. Under this principle, students are taught to serve both each other and the larger community. Students are encouraged to take part in extra-curricular activities, thereby learning to help one another and enhancing their leadership skills. In addition, they are encouraged to take part in community service and other off-campus volunteer activities. The campus is also opened to the public so that our neighbors can enjoy the university’s various facilities. It is hoped that we can build a unique campus culture whereby students and community can grow together.
BALANCE BETWEEN BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT
One of our goals in holistic education is to help students find a personal balance between body, mind, and spirit. CUON will be having excellent facilities such as stadiums, sports fields, and an indoor swimming pool. CUON students are and will be very keen on competing in sports and other in-house competitions such as our annual freshman cheerleading contest. This will include our excellent counseling team which provides timely psychiatric counseling service for faculty and students who may need it. An on-campus chaplain is also always ready to help students who wish to seek the ultimate peace that lies in the pursuit and satisfaction of Christ and God our father.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Christian University of Nepal
G.P.O. Box 160
Kathmandu Nepal
Email: office@cuon.org
Website: www. cuon.org