UNIVERSITY OF LIVINGSTONIA

 MALAWI, AFRICA

Foundation 

Purpose

Setting Priorities

Working with officials from all five constituent colleges under the University umbrella, the foundation will set reasonable goals and objectives for fund-raising projects and activities.  All activities will focus on achieving the mission of the University of Livingstonia.

Make a Difference

It is important for us, who have so much, to help the people of this developing third world country move toward self-sufficiency. Envisioned in 1895, the University of Livingstonia officially opened its doors on August 27, 2003. University students, faculty and staff, face daily challenges most of us will never encounter. 

how can we help?

1. Not many students can afford their portion of school fees.  The average cost of providing food, shelter and education for one student is about $2,000 per year.  The average salary of an employed Malawian is about $ 1.00 per day.

Help well-qualified students like Samson Munthali and Jane Chikapa concentrate on their studies by giving tuition assistance.

2. Outmoded equipment makes it difficult for teachers to help students become competitive workers for today’s world.

Help purchase updated teaching materials, supplies and equipment for classrooms!

3. Adequate student and faculty housing is desperately needed.

Help provide housing and furnishings so students and faculty can study, prepare for class and live comfortably!
	Historic building, Dr. Laws' first home, has been partially renovated for use as the women's hostel.

4. Most students walk long distances to class, to town, to visit friends. College of Education adjunct faculty and food must be taken to Livingstonia. A borrowed vehicle is used; reliable public transportation is not available.

     Help provide basic transportation for students and university personnel!

Few own bicycles. It is a big deal when they get a ride!

5. Many dedicated university staff work for minimal compensation.  They remain faithful to their duties despite inadequate salaries  and housing.

                            Help attract and retain excellent personnel!

Board of Directors

The Foundation held its organizational meeting on December 15, 2003.  Those serving on the Board of Directors are:

President, Jenny Kirk, retired from 25 years in higher education administration and consulting in public relations and fund raising. 
Treasurer, Vicki Nupen, financial consultant, who with husband Brian Nupen, own Ragen MacKenzie Investment Services in Centralia, Washington.
Secretary, Henry Kirk, retired president of Centralia College with 40 years experience in higher education administration.
Tom Bradley, CPA and owner of Thomas D. Bradley, PS, Certified Public Accounts in Chehalis, Washington.
Brian Kelly, an attorney at law with Vander Stoep, Remund, Kelly and Blinks, whose experience includes establishing not-for-profit organizations. 

Volunteer Commitment of Board Members

Board members serve three year staggered terms with the possibility of reappointment.  Each member is committed to working for and representing the best interests of the foundation and the University of Livingstonia and carrying out the fiduciary responsibilities incumbent upon them as stewards of financial gifts entrusted to the foundation.

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