Intensive educational programs which require cooperation and sharing among the participants, followed by the immediate field application of principles learned, is the essence of learning by doing. Research and development are critical to the basic purpose of the University and play a vital part in linking evangelism with the needs of people. Examples include:
• Food and water resources
• Community infrastructure
• Clinical and medical technology
• Government and business relations
• Informational technology (IT)
• Environmental sciences and stewardship of creation
• Family relationships