Life at the University (DWU)

The photo was taken at the memorial park in 2013

This is the story of how I came to Divine Word University.  Like all the other students, I completed my secondary education in 2010 at Aiyura National High School. Today it is known as School of Excellence. Unfortunately, I was not selected to any of the institutions that I had my choice on. Between 2011-2012 I stayed home and upgraded my marks through DODL. 

While upgrading I also do a side job as a PMV bus crew. I would attend to my assessments during the night and work during the day. Two years at home is too much. I felt the pressure of being at home. I wanted to go to school. With so much pressure, I sat down in my bed tears running down my eyes, I cried to God. On that beautiful night, I remember talking to God as a person. Expressing my emotions openly. " God, I have served you diligently all my life since I started my primary education. If I did not get any offer next year, it's over. You and I are done!" I made this statement because I know myself and my stranding with God. After a short while, with pressure and frustration I forgot everything and went on partying and clubbing.

It came to the attention of someone who is so concerned about me. He invited me to his house. After having dinner together, he asked me why I did what I was doing? I didn't have an explanation for the question. All I did was crying. Her wife sympathizes with me. 

After a while I told him "I wanted to go to school" that was the only reason I gave. He smiled at me and encouraged me with these words "God sees what you have done. You have faithfully served him. What he has for you is just at the door and now you have shut the door again" and he prayed with me. I asked God for his forgiveness. As usual, the academic year 2013 began. It is the time of celebration and sorrow. Celebrate because someone was selected to continue and saddens fills the air for those who have missed out.  

The dream to continue began to fade as time goes by. I went back for the normal routine. It was towards the end of February 2013; I was told that I have a mail at Goroka secondary school. At that time, I had mixed feelings. I did not sure whether it was from the schools that I applied to. The next day I went to the school to collect the mail.

I waited impatiently outside the DODL office. The receptionist came and I was able to pick up the mail. It was from Divine Word University. Excitement filled the atmosphere. I went home with so much joy. I reveal it to my parents. They were all happy.

The photo was taken in 2013 in front of FLC lecture rooms.