What is Juneteenth?
"Juneteenth" is an American term that began on June 19, 1865, when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, to announce the emancipation of all the state's slaves. It later became an important date in the African-American community, celebrating freedom and liberation. The choice of the word 'Juneteenth' evokes the spirit of freedom and resilience.
A Bilingual University in Quebec
University of Intercontinental Juneteenth (UIJ) is a bilingual (English-French) university. It is established primarily as an online university and as the first and the only colored people's higher education institution in Canada.
Veritas I Spasenje
A Latin phrase that translates to "Truth and Salvation." This powerful motto encapsulates the core mission of the institution: to seek and uphold absolute truth ("Veritas") as the foundation for genuine salvation ("Spasenje"). It emphasizes that understanding and embracing truth—whether spiritual, moral, or scientific—is essential for achieving true salvation, liberation, and wholeness.
UIJ Shield & Naming
University of Intercontinental Juneteenth is named after the holiday Juneteenth, which celebrates the end of legal slavery in the United States. Our university's name honors the hard-fought freedom of African Americans and serves as a reminder of the importance of education and opportunity for all.
University Colors
Rosenberry and Gold
Rosenberry, bright red, represents the ardent desire for knowledge, creativity and innovation. The golden hue of Gold reflects the abundance of opportunities, resources and partnerships we foster. Together, they symbolize the vibrant, dynamic and thriving UIJ community.
Mission
Empowering Through Education & Heritage. We are committed to empowering individuals who seek to reconnect with their true identity and heritage.
Vision
We envision a future where education serves as a catalyst for change. We envision a world where empowered leaders, grounded in cultural understanding and social justice, work together to create a more just and equitable society.
Motto
Veritas I Spasenje = Truth and Salvation: reflecting UIJ's commitment to providing an education that inspires truth-seeking, personal growth, and global transformation.
Our Values
The students, faculty, and staff of UIJ hold a set of complementary values that we believe are fundamental to our identity and functioning.
We value excellence
The search for excellence is the hallmark of all our endeavours.
We value learning
Student learning and satisfaction are the measures of our success.
We value scholarly research
We engage in reflective practice through the scholarship of discovery and teaching.
We value the free exchange of ideas
A respectful climate for open discourse promotes innovation, discovery, and social responsibility.
We value openness and flexibility
Reducing barriers to education enhances access and social equity.
We value diversity and inclusiveness
Diversity and inclusiveness enhance the quality both of learning and of the workplace.
We value our employees
The commitment, innovation, creativity, and continuous learning of every employee contribute to our success.
We value accountability
We are accountable to our students, to each other, and to the public.
We value the truth
We are committed to transparency, authenticity, and integrity in all communications and interactions.
Faculties, Schools, and Affiliates
Our objective is to establish seventeen (17) principal academic units and faculties to serve our students, organizations, and our community. Currently, we offer courses through our faculties of Arts & Sciences, Business & Technology, Divinity & Religious Science, and Education & Pedagogy.
Real Estate Holdings
UIJ has 7.5 acres for its affiliate Faculty of Medicine: Ervilus Donnet Hospital Center (CHED) in Haiti. UIJ is in the process of acquiring much more space for its campuses.