Mission
University of Irvine (UI) is committed to educating students to be superb professionals and leaders in a global society.
Our mission is to promote practical knowledge leading to deep understanding for their own sake and to educate global citizens who have the skills and motivation for the flourishing of individuals and communities.
A community of passionate experts, we gather to learn, to discover, to create—to make the world better.
Objectives
To fulfill its mission, University of Irvine pursues to accomplish the following objectives:
- To offer educational programs academically strong.
- To provide real-world learning education.
- To enhance students’ communication ability in global business environments.
- To develop excellent faculty teaching and student advisement.
- To provide an outstanding educational environment and resources for student learning.
University of Irvine (UI) is committed to equipping students to become successful professionals and leaders in a global society through excellent higher education with biblical foundation.
Faith Statement
University of Irvine (UI) holds fast to the timeless truths of Christianity, our Faith Statement reflects both the enduring wisdom of historic creeds and the contemporary convictions set forth by our Board and administration.
I. God
We believe in the triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—eternally existing in perfect unity. Our faith is grounded in the authority of the Holy Scriptures, the inspired Word of God, as the ultimate guide for all matters of faith and practice.
II. Jesus Christ
We confess Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, fully God and fully human, the incarnate Word through whom all things were created and in whom all things find their ultimate purpose. We affirm His atoning sacrifice, resurrection, and imminent return.
III. The Holy Spirit
We embrace the transformative work of the Holy Spirit, empowering believers for righteous living and equipping the Church for service and witness. We seek His guidance in all aspects of life and learning, acknowledging His role in illuminating the Scriptures and convicting hearts.
III. Humanity
We affirm the inherent dignity of every individual, created in the image of God, yet marred by sin. Through faith in Christ, humanity finds redemption and restoration, enabling us to reflect God’s love and pursue justice in our interactions with one another.
IV. Salvation
We declare salvation as a free gift of God’s grace. This salvation calls us to a life of discipleship, characterized by obedience to God’s Word, compassion for others, and a commitment to the holistic well-being of individuals and communities.
