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Salesians University: Empowering Success and Transforming Lives
I. Background and Mission
I.1 Salesians University: A Prestigious Academic Institution.
Salesians University is a renowned academic institution that upholds the rich philosophical and educational legacy of Don Bosco. With its private, international status, the university is headquartered in the United States, with research campuses in Italy and Honduras. Our institution is dedicated to scientific research and innovation in fields such as agricultural advancements, environmental technologies, ecology, international relations (with a specific focus on China), and comparative law. Although Salesians University is not directly affiliated with the international Salesian community, its name is derived from the profound educational philosophy left by Don Bosco, emphasizing practical education rather than formal association.
I.2 Rooted in Missionary Work: From Comayaguela to Panama.
Salesians University traces its roots back to the missionary work carried out in the neighborhoods of Comayaguela, Honduras, through the institution "Hogar Don Bosco." This institution emerged through the international cooperation of the Italian society "Amici del Centroamerica. SDB Pio Ottavio Sabbadin / Clara Urlando 1987," based in Venice. After decades of community efforts and food security projects, formal recognition was obtained in Panama between 2013 and 2016, with the support of the Salesian Cooperators community in Panama. Finally, between 2018 and 2020, Salesians University acquired its international status and legal personality in the United States.
II. Don Bosco: An Inspiring Figure in Education
II.1 Biography and Educational Vision.
Don Bosco, born Giovanni Bosco in 1815 in Becchi, a small village in Castelnuovo d'Asti, Italy, was an influential Italian priest, educator, and writer of the 19th century. He dedicated his life to the education of underprivileged youth, establishing schools and developing a pedagogical approach based on practical skills and trades.
II.2 Practical Education and Skills Development
One of Don Bosco's most notable pedagogical innovations was the introduction of practical education and vocational training. Recognizing that many young people lacked formal educational opportunities, he established trade schools where students could acquire practical skills that would enable them to find employment and become productive members of society. These schools offered training in various trades such as carpentry, blacksmithing, mechanics, printing, and more.
II.3 Educational Philosophy and Writings
Don Bosco extensively wrote about his educational vision and experiences in shaping young minds. Some of his most renowned works include "Education and the Development of the Young" (1847), "The Preventive System in the Education of the Youth" (1877), and "Memoirs of the Oratory of St. Francis de Sales" (1882). These writings offer detailed insights into his educational methods and commitment to the holistic formation of young individuals.
III. Addressing Environmental Challenges: Health, Sustainability, and Innovation
III.1 Health and Innovation in Agricultural Technologies
The practical and dignified approach to education espoused by Don Bosco resonates with the emerging fields of health and innovation in agricultural technologies, particularly in the context of promoting food security and sustainability. Salesians University acknowledges the significance of providing students with relevant and applicable learning opportunities in areas such as aeroponics. By doing so, we aim to not only equip them with technical expertise but also foster awareness about the importance of healthy and sustainable food for their own well-being and that of society as a whole.
IV. International Trade and Relations: Cultivating Dignity and Collaboration
Working in the international arena requires communication skills, adaptability, respect, and collaboration, which are fundamental to cultivating dignity in work and fostering temperance. Don Bosco's educational model inspires young people to develop an open mindset, a service-oriented attitude, and a commitment to social justice in the context of international relations. This involves promoting respect for cultural diversity, fostering intercultural dialogue, and seeking peaceful solutions to global challenges.
IV.1 Academic Support and Collaborative Initiatives
Salesians University has been actively engaged in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy of the People's Republic of China. Between 2015 and 2017, we received academic training and curricular support in aeroponics, commercial law, trademarks and patents, Chinese culture, and negotiations through the educational programs offered by the Chinese government, specifically the Ministry of Economy and Tsinghua University. These initiatives continue to drive our progress in developing sustainable models for intensive production of healthy food while respecting the environment in the Central American dry corridor.
IV.2 Development Projects and International Cooperation
From 2020 to 2023, Salesians University has actively collaborated on sustainability projects and vocational training through cooperation agreements with the Pontifical Mission Societies (OMP) in Honduras and Caritas Santa Rosa de Copan. Additionally, we have partnered with various local institutions in Honduras, which serves as a model for our work. Through the establishment of university campuses in Honduras, we aim to provide proper training and education for professionals seeking to enter the intensive food production sector. This practical approach contributes to economic prosperity, climate resilience, poverty reduction, and local and global economic well-being by increasing the production of healthy food for both domestic consumption and export.
Empowering Success, Transforming Lives
Disclaimer:
Salesians University is a private institution of higher education operating in accordance with the laws of the United States, including the protection of academic freedom as guaranteed by the 1929 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in the case of Sweezy v. New Hampshire. We would like to clarify that while our institution draws inspiration from the educational philosophy of Don Bosco, we are not directly affiliated with any religious institution or organization, including the international Salesian community. Our name, Salesians University, is derived from the educational legacy left by Don Bosco, emphasizing practical education and holistic formation. We maintain a commitment to academic excellence, scientific research, and innovation in various fields, including agriculture, environmental technologies, international relations, and comparative law.
It is important to note that Salesians University operates independently, following its own mission, values, and educational objectives. We respect and uphold the principles of academic freedom, encouraging open inquiry, critical thinking, and the pursuit of knowledge. As an institution of higher learning, we value the diversity of ideas, fostering an inclusive and intellectually stimulating environment for students and faculty.
We want to ensure transparency regarding our institutional status and affiliation, clarifying that Salesians University is not associated with any specific religious order or religious organization. Our focus is on academic excellence, fostering collaboration, and empowering students to achieve success in their chosen fields, while actively contributing to the betterment of society.
Salesians University EIN 30-1248331
New Castle, DE, 2093 Philadelphia Pike 3377, Claymont, DE 19703 USA
contact@salesians.de
Salesians University is represented in Honduras by the business entity "Ecesis S.A.," duly registered in the Instituto de la Propiedad under registration number 0000140518-00000, entry 1. RTN 05019023474555. Ecesis S.A. is a member of the Chamber of Commerce and Industries of Cortes, registered on February 3, 2023, under number 21486.
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Bibliography:
- Don Bosco. (1847). "Education and the Development of the Young". Turin, Italy: Salesian Publishing.
- Don Bosco. (1877). "The Preventive System in the Education of the Youth". Turin, Italy: Salesian Publishing.
- Don Bosco. (1882). "Memoirs of the Oratory of St. Francis de Sales". Turin, Italy: Salesian Publishing.
- Laudato Si: On Care for Our Common Home. (2015). Vatican City: Libreria Editrice Vaticana.
- Sweezy v. New Hampshire, 354 U.S. 234 (1957).
- .https://www.gesulavoratore.it/amici-del-centro-america.php
Various resources and official documents related to education, environmental technology, and international cooperation have also been utilized in the development of this text