Core Values
Central University is guided by three tenets that form the basis of our activities: Faith, Integrity and Excellence.
Faith is the foundation of Central University. Trust in God, commitment to biblical principles, and confidence in the transformative power of education which is built on strong and clear spiritual foundations and philosophies. We foster a learning environment where students and faculty can integrate faith into learning, research and service.
Integrity is our commitment to truth, honesty, and ethical conduct in all aspects of university life. We hold that honesty, ethicality, uprightness and accountability are key to the development and practice of servant leadership. Integrity fosters trust. Trust facilitates procedural rectitude. Procedural rectitude fosters confidence. These are all fundamental to the functioning and development of society.
Excellence is our pursuit of the highest standards in academics, research, leadership, service and in our dealings with our stakeholders and community. We affirm that education is not only about acquiring knowledge and skills; it is also building wisdom, character and a duty of care to all.
WITH THESE GUIDING PRINCIPLES, WE AFFIRM OUR COMMITMENT TO:
- Unambiguous Christian affirmation and devotion
- Continued and independent learning, intellectual development, critical analysis and creativity within appropriate ethical and moral standards
- Provision of a learning environment that encourages symbiotic relationships between staff and students
- Producing transformational leaders who are able to seek improved solutions problems and impact positively on social and cultural change
- Being at the cutting edge of modern business management techniques and practices
- Identification of talented people, appointing and retaining them and empowering them to realize their dreams
- Appreciation and valuing of cultural and intellectual diversity and ability to function in a multi-cultural environment
- According primacy and importance to students.
Our Vision
To raise virtuous and transformational leaders for our world.
Our Mission
To nurture a vibrant academic community conducive to the study, creation and dissemination of knowledge through research, teaching, training and service.