(Special Advertising Feature) — A legacy of academic excellence and spiritual growth continues to flourish in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands as Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary and EUCON International School announce their latest collaborative milestone.
Dr. Mark Stupka, dean of the Education Department at Faith Baptist Bible College — a premier institution in Ankeny, Iowa, renowned for its rigorous theological and pedagogical training — has officially appointed Aleyna Kelly to complete her teaching internship at EIS. As a top graduate of Faith’s Education Department, Kelly joins a long line of distinguished scholars who have crossed the Pacific to sharpen their skills in Saipan.
A two-decade legacy of success
For nearly 20 years, this partnership has served as a bridge between the U.S. mainland and the CNMI. This collaboration has produced exceptional educators, many of whom have returned to Faith as professors, while others serve globally as dedicated pastors and teachers.
Under the expert supervision of Dr. Christiana Wei, who recently led the EIS team to a stunning victory in the Academic Challenge Bowl on May 7th, Kelly will receive world-class mentorship.
The ‘one-stop’ educational advantage
What makes the EUCON system unique is its comprehensive “all-in-one” structure, spanning from pre-school to graduate school. This allows interns and students alike to:
• Gain Multi-Level Experience. Education majors observe and teach across all grade levels in one location.
• Cultural Immersion. Interns gain invaluable experience in a diverse, cross-cultural environment that traditional mainland schools cannot offer.
• Spiritual Growth. As faith-based institutions, both Faith and EUCON prioritize character development and spiritual maturity alongside academic rigor.
Building the ‘Silicon Valley of the Pacific’
Dr. Christian Wei, president of EIS and EIU, envisions a future in which the CNMI becomes a global hub for higher education. “By strengthening our partnership with Faith through student and professor exchanges, we are raising the standard of education in the CNMI,” Dr. Wei stated. “We are building a center of excellence that will attract investors and scholars worldwide to our “University Town” and “Silicon Valley” initiatives.
Investing in our own
To make the CNMI Great Again, we must invest in our local talent. EUCON is proud to announce the continued availability of the Indigenous Scholarship Program, designed to keep our best and brightest minds in the CNMI.
• 200 Total Annual Scholarships: 100 for EIS (K-12) and 100 for EIU (College/Graduate).
• Full Pathway: Support is available from kindergarten all the way to a master’s or doctorate degree.
• Proven results: Many local recipients are graduating this May!
“We urge our indigenous community members to apply. By obtaining your highest degrees here and staying to build our economy, you ensure that the CNMI is governed and grown by its own people.”
Join the movement
EUCON invites the community, local leaders, and prospective students to be a part of this educational revolution. “Together, we are not just teaching classes; we are building a legacy of leadership for the Commonwealth. “
For more information about the indigenous scholarship or enrollment, contact the EUCON International University/School Office of Admissions at (670) 234-3207.
