The inspirational, renowned and revered Tongan poet and Professor of Education Konai Helu Thaman reminded Toloa participants of the Pasifika Philosophies Course the importance of critical thinking and poetry. “The English did not invent poetry, it was everywhere! My mother who did not finish high school caused me to look more closely at Tongan indigenous...Read More

Our tiny tots from Etina Havea Kindergarten joined the rest of Suva, Fiji marching for our blue Moana. A wonderful day was organized by the Office of the Pacific Ocean Commissioner and the Pacific Ocean Alliance. Planet Ocean: Tides are ChangingRead More

The Curriculum and Accreditation workshop currently underway at the Pacific Theological College is focused on ensuring the curriculum being currently developed for the Pasifika Communities University (PCU) that PTC is transitioning into meets quality assurance standards. The workshop is facilitated by the team from the Institute for Mission and Research and the Co-Chair of the...Read More

Curriculum specialist staff of the Pacific Theological College are undergoing three days of training in micro qualifications/ credentials with the Pacific Community (SPC) Education Quality and Assessment Program or EQAP. The training helps participants to understand the accreditation of non-awards or courses like short courses. PTC is preparing new learning offerings as part of its...Read More

The College Principal, Rev Professor Upolu Luma Vaai, was invited as one of the speakers for the commemoration of Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna Day held at the Fiji National University. His address was based on four pillars of nation-building he found in Ratu Sukuna’s legacy. Education (for reformation). Leadership (for transformation). Custodianship (for reclamation). And...Read More

This exciting book described as ‘fascinating because there is so much to learn from the different authors who have created a feast to last a lifetime’ by Professor of Education (retired) Konai Holeva Thaman. Launched by Acting Vice Chancellor of the Fiji National University Professor Unaisi Nabobo-Baba. This an attempt by the Pacific Theological College...Read More

The Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum Henry Puna challenged and called for reconnections to nature. He was responding to a sermon by Reverend Professor Upolu Vaai titled ‘Placental Spirituality’ on the occasion of the first Holy Communion Service for the academic year 2023 at the Islanders Missionaries Memories Chapel. PIFS SG Mr Puna...Read More

Orientation day opened with PTC Principal Reverend Professor Upolu Vaai introducing PTC, its vision, strategic directions, and plans. Undergraduates, Masters and PhD scholars gathered at the Islanders Missionaries Chapel to first be part of the worship service, followed by the opening of orientation week. General Secretary of the Pacific Conference of Churches, Reverend James Bhagwan,...Read More

One hundred and twenty-eight students graduated with Certificates, Diplomas, Post-Graduate Diplomas, Masters and PhDs at PTC’s 55th anniversary of the event, held at the Suva Civic Auditorium on November 17. (More photos on PTC Facebook Page)Read More

This week, during our Special Council Meeting, the College launched its PTC Press. This was attended by many dignitaries and guests, including Council members. Rev Professor Dr. Upolu Luma Vaai, the college Principal, highlighted the importance for the Pacific churches to have a press. “First is to publish all research and new thinking that is...Read More