ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
The Charter of the University of Eastern African, Baraton
6. Philosophy and objectives of the University
Edition: 2026-04-01 · In force
6. Philosophy and objectives of the University
(1)The University is a christian institution and as such espouses and expects all its students, staff and workers to also espouse a christian philosophy of life and to conduct themselves in accordance with such of the tenets and principles of that philosophy as are part of the basic affirmation of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.(2)The foregoing philosophy gives rise to the following objectives—(a)to provide a balanced educational programme that gives each student the opportunity to develop spiritually, mentally, physically and socially;(b)to encourage the student to understand, appreciate and adopt a christian lifestyle and value through appropriate religious instruction in the classroom, a variety of religious services and activities and the development of an atmosphere on campus where christian principles find practical expression in all relationships;(c)to help the student to strive for mental excellence by maintaining a faculty of well-qualified teachers who can guide the student in the pursuit of knowledge, assisting the student to develop intellectual curiosity, and an intense desire to reach the highest level of professional skill; and helping the student to refine his or her analytical abilities, thus promoting individuality and a proper measure of self-reliance.(d)to assist the student to achieve and maintain physical health by guiding to a fuller understanding of healthful living, helping him to appreciate the dignity of labour and to recognize the value of manual work, providing appropriate sports activities and encouraging the adoption of a personal exercise programme, and providing healthful food and living quarters;(e)to prepare the student to become a useful member of society by promoting understanding and acceptance of persons from various backgrounds in the University community, helping to develop social skills that make for harmonious human relationships, emphasizing christian service as the goal of life encouraging the application of knowledge within the student's societal context, and showing sensitivity to environmental concerns;(f)to prepare the student for an active role in the mission of the Seventh-day Adventist church and a service-centred vocation and profession which would contribute to the betterment of society;(g)to provide adequate equipment and facilities for a high quality education, such as library resources, laboratories, research facilities, classrooms and buildings to support various curricula.