About Us

Where Your Education Meets the World

Our Mission is in Our Name

At Mission University, we don’t just facilitate student learning, we prepare them to serve with skill, humility, and heart. Through global programs that prioritize both community impact and academic integrity, we’re building a new kind of experiential education: one that serves students and the world they’ll lead.

Who We Are

Mission University was founded on a simple belief: meaningful education has the power to improve lives, both for those learning and those they serve.

Since 2019, we’ve helped students turn academic knowledge into real-world readiness through hands-on experiences, research programs, and global partnerships. Our programs are designed to align with university requirements, community needs, and the student’s own sense of purpose. Whether in the field or online, Mission University experiences prioritize ethical engagement, skill development, and cultural humility.

We work closely with NGOs, universities, and local community and governmental systems to create placements that are not only impactful, but sustainable. Every program is backed by academic oversight, logistical support, and a shared commitment to improving global disparity through education that matters.


Meet Our Dedicated Team

 

Our team brings deep experience across academics, student support, enrollment strategy, and operational leadership. Every role is built to support learners with clarity, consistency, and real follow-through. At Mission University, you get partners who respond quickly, guide you with confidence, and keep the student experience moving forward.

Samuel Bell

Board Member

Samuel Bell is a professional dedicated to public service, organizational development, and faith-based leadership….

Dale Cooper, Ph.D.

Board Member

Dr. Dale Cooper is a scientist, innovation strategist, and global business leader with more than three decades …

David Coyle

Board Member

David Coyle brings a unique blend of military leadership, program management, and nonprofit service …

Holding Fenelus

Board Chairman

Holding Fenelus is a dedicated professional in the affordable housing sector, dedicated to preserving and strengthening high-quality, accessible housing for diverse communities throughout the United States. …

Dr. Elliott Goodman

Board Executive Committee Member

Dr. Elliott Goodman is an accomplished surgeon and medical educator with more than three decades of experience spanning clinical care, academic leadership, and international program development….

Santosh Kumar Bardhan

Board Member

Santosh Kumar Bardhan brings nearly two decades of experience in higher education and theological training to his…

Melinda Spielman

Board Member

Melinda Spielman is a leader in organizational development, digital transformation, and community engagement, with experience spanning corporate, nonprofit, and advisory roles….

Curtis Stanley

Board Member

Curtis Stanley is a healthcare technology executive with more than three decades of leadership in digital health,…

Julie Taylor

Director of Finance

Julie Taylor is an experienced accounting and human resources professional with a strong background supporting nonprofit and for-profit organizations, including work connected to public health and community-focused services. …

Katrina Trimble, J.D.

Board Member

Katrina Trimble is a healthcare attorney and compliance executive with more than two decades of experience…

Ben Zander

Board Member

Ben Zander is a human resources leader with a passion for creating engaging, data-informed employee experiences …
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