Projects

WELCOME

As an institution committed to educating individuals who will serve their communities with purpose and compassion, we are continually developing projects that enhance teaching and learning, improve campus facilities, support student development, and expand our outreach and impact. These initiatives are designed to respond to real needs and create lasting value for both the university and the wider community.

We warmly invite you to partner with us by supporting projects that align with your interests and values. Every contribution, regardless of size, is a meaningful investment in the next generation of leaders and servants.

Projects List

Students

Project
Name

Male
Dormitory

Date

1st
December 2025

Client

Pacific
Adventist University

Overview

Male
Dormitory

·        
Provide safe, comfortable modern accommodation

·        
Designed with adequate space for communal
living

·        
Designed with modern amenities to support
academic success and wellbeing.

 

Goal &
Objective

To build a
dorm that will provide accommodation for additional 84 male students at the
PAU campus enabling them to gain tertiary qualification.

Constraints
& Assumptions

Finances,
personnel to build the dormitory

Scope

Prepare
ground, purchase material, build dormitory, obtain approvals, open dormitory
in 2027

Audience

Potential Male
students from PNG and South Pacific region.

Success
Criteria

Built to
local board approved standards

Budget

PGK 11 450
000

Timeline

2025 – 2027

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

Donating
Information

Account Name:  
Pacific Adventist University

 

Account Number:
1002258562

 

Bank Name:
Bank of South Pacific Limited

 

Branch: 
Boroko Banking Center

 

Country: Papua New Guinea

SwiftCode: BOSPPGPM

Project Name

Female Dormitory

Date

1st December 2025

Client

Pacific Adventist University

Overview

Female Dormitory

·         Provide safe, comfortable, and modern accommodation for female students.

·         Facility to promote a secure and conducive environment for learning, personal development, and community living.

 

Goal & Objective

To build a dorm that will provide accommodation for additional 84 female students at the PAU campus enabling them to gain tertiary qualification.

Constraints & Assumptions

Finances, personnel to build the dormitory.

Scope

Prepare ground, purchase material, build dormitory, obtain approvals.

Audience

Potential female students from PNG and South Pacific region.

Success Criteria

Built to local board approved standards

Budget

PGK 11 000 000

Timeline

2024 – 2026

Donating Information

Account Name:
Pacific Adventist University

Account Number:
1002258562

Bank Name:
Bank of South Pacific Limited

Branch:
Boroko Banking Center

Country:
Papua New Guinea

Swift Code:
BOSPPGPM

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

Project Name

Married Student Apartments – Phase 1

Date

1st December 2025

Client

Pacific Adventist University

Overview

Married Student Apartment

·         1 building with 18 Apartments

·         3 storeys

·         Include all modern home conveniences

 

Goal & Objective

To provide safe, affordable accommodation for families, catering to both local and international students.

 

Constraints & Assumptions

Finances, personnel to build the apartments

Scope

Purchase material, build facility, obtain approvals

Audience

Potential students from PNG and around the South Pacific

Success Criteria

Built to local board approved standards

Budget

K 12 852 000

Timeline

2026 – 2028

Donating Information

Account Name:           
Pacific Adventist University

Account Number:      
1002258562

Bank Name:                  
Bank of South Pacific Limited

Branch:                            
Boroko Banking Center

Country:                          
Papua New Guinea

Swift Code:                    
BOSPPGPM

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

Project Name

Student Center

Date

1st December 2025

Client

Pacific Adventist University

Overview

Student Center

·         Create safe and welcoming space for students to sit between classes, eat their meals and take refuge from weather.

·         Study space

·         Building with amenities such as male and female restrooms, showers.

·         Building to hold canteen, café, bookstore.

·         Include gym for student’s exercise needs.

 

Goal & Objective

To build a student centre to cater to the needs of both day and boarding students for eating, studying and socializing.

Constraints & Assumptions

Finances, personnel to build this facility, equipment and furniture.

Scope

To construct a building that will incorporate the canteen, bookstore and gym.

Audience

Pacific Adventist students, staff and faculty.

Success Criteria

Built to local building board approved standards within budget and time

Budget

K11 330 000

Timeline

2024 – 2027

Donating Information

Account Name:           
Pacific Adventist University

Account Number:      
1002258562

Bank Name:                  
Bank of South Pacific Limited

Branch:                           
Boroko Banking Center

Country:                          
Papua New Guinea

Swift Code:                    
BOSPPGPM

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

Project Name

Auditorium

Date

1st December 2025

Client

Pacific Adventist University

Overview

Auditorium

·         Seating capacity for 2000 people

·         Breakout rooms

·         Artificial Intelligence & Digital learning Room

 

Goal & Objective

To provide a modern, functional, and comfortable space for hosting academic, cultural, and community events that enhance learning and engagement.

Constraints & Assumptions

Finances, personnel to build

Scope

Ground preparation, Purchase material, build facility, obtain architectural and building approvals

Audience

PAU community

Success Criteria

Built to local board approved standards

Budget

K 28 435 000

Timeline

2024 – 2026

Donating Information

Account Name:           
Pacific Adventist University

Account Number:      
1002258562

Bank Name:                  
Bank of South Pacific Limited

Branch:                            
Boroko Banking Center

Country:                          
Papua New Guinea

Swift Code:                    
BOSPPGPM

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

Project Name

Research Center Building

Date

1st December 2025

Client

Pacific Adventist University

Overview

Research Centre.

·         Facilities for teaching and learning (offices, classrooms and labs)

·         Opportunities for collaborative research partnerships

·         Practical training for students

 

Goal & Objective

To construct a building for innovative research and knowledge creation that addresses global challenges and drives sustainable development.

 

Constraints & Assumptions

Finances, personnel to build the facility

Scope

Prepare ground, purchase material, build Research Center, obtain approvals

Audience

Potential students from PNG and around South Pacific region

Success Criteria

Built to local board approved standards

Budget

PGK 35 700 000

Timeline

2026 – 2028

Donating Information

Account Name:           
Pacific Adventist University

Account Number:      
1002258562

Bank Name:                  
Bank of South Pacific Limited

Branch:                            
Boroko Banking Center

Country:                          
Papua New Guinea

Swift Code:                    
BOSPPGPM

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

Project Name

Library Extension

Date

1st December 2025

Client

Pacific Adventist University

Overview

Library Extension

·         Expand space to accommodate additional student study benches, computer workstations, and bookshelves.

 

·           Offices

 

Goal & Objective

To meet academic and technological needs of students.

Constraints & Assumptions

Finances, personnel to construct Library extension

Scope

Purchase material, build facility, obtain approvals

Audience

PAU students and the library registered members of the community including school age children

Success Criteria

Built to local board approved standards

Budget

K 7 000 000

Timeline

2026 – 2028

Donating Information

Account Name:           
Pacific Adventist University

Account Number:      
1002258562

Bank Name:                  
Bank of South Pacific Limited

Branch:                            
Boroko Banking Center

Country:                          
Papua New Guinea

Swift Code:                    
BOSPPGPM

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

Administration

Project Name

Staff Housing Development – Phase 2

Date

1st December 2025

Client

Pacific Adventist University

Overview

Staff Housing

·         Accommodate staff working at Pacific Adventist University.

·         Provide safe environment for families to live in.

·         Keep up with the demand for accommodation.

·         Assist in growth of the University especially in attracting staff and faculty and retaining them.

·         3×blocks with 6 units each

·          3 bedrooms apartments with modern amenities

 

Goal & Objective

Construct staff housing to accommodate current employees and anticipated new staff, supporting Pacific Adventist University’s planned growth.

Constraints & Assumptions

Finances, personnel to build the apartments

Scope

Prepare ground, purchase material, build 3 blocks with 6 units each, obtain approvals

Audience

Pacific Adventist University current and future staff

Success Criteria

Built to local board approved standards

Budget

K 12 366 000

Timeline

2025 – 2027

Donating Information

Account Name:           
Pacific Adventist University

Account Number:      
1002258562

Bank Name:                  
Bank of South Pacific Limited

Branch:                            
Boroko Banking Center

Country:                          
Papua New Guinea

Swift Code: 
BOSPPGPM

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

Project Name

Administration Building

Date

1st December 2025

Client

Pacific Adventist University

Overview

Administration Building

·         Reception front desk

·         Offices for Administration staff

·         Administration Conference meeting room

 

Goal & Objective

Increasing seating capacity for administrative staff in order to facilitate smooth and effective workflow.

Constraints & Assumptions

Finances, personnel to build

Scope

Ground preparation, purchase material, build facility, obtain approvals

Audience

Administration and support staff of the University.

Success Criteria

Built to local board approved standards

Budget

K 16 500 000

Timeline

2024 – 2026

Donating Information

Account Name:           
Pacific Adventist University

Account Number:      
1002258562

Bank Name:                  
Bank of South Pacific Limited

Branch:                            
Boroko Banking Center

Country:                          
Papua New Guinea

Swift Code:                    
BOSPPGPM

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

Project Name

Vice Chancellor’s Residence

Date

1st December 2025

Client

Pacific Adventist University

Overview

Vice Chancellor’s Residence

·         Family Residence

·         Conference Room for hosting official functions, receptions and meetings.

·         VC’s Home office

 

Goal & Objective

To construct a dedicated residence that enhances the image of Pacific Adventist University while providing safe, private accommodation for the Vice Chancellor.

 

Constraints & Assumptions

Finances, personnel to build the residence

Scope

Purchase material, build facility, obtain approvals

Audience

PAU Vice Chancellor and his family

Success Criteria

Built to local board approved standards

Budget

K 4 165 000

Timeline

2026 – 2028

Donating Information

Account Name:           
Pacific Adventist University

Account Number:      
1002258562

Bank Name:                  
Bank of South Pacific Limited

Branch:                            
Boroko Banking Center

Country:                          
Papua New Guinea

Swift Code:                    
BOSPPGPM

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

Community

Project Name

PAU Hospital

Date

1st December 2025

Client

Pacific Adventist University

Overview

PAU Hospital (level 4)

·         Outpatient

·         Offices for consultation

·         Wards patients

·         Minor surgery theatre

·         Food preparation area

·         Guardians’ accommodation

 

Goal & Objective

To provide comprehensive, high-quality healthcare services that meet regional and national standards, improving health outcomes and access for the population.

 

Constraints & Assumptions

Finances, personnels to build the Hospital

Scope

Prepare ground, purchase material, build facility, obtain approvals, Recruit Health Workers

Audience

PAU community, People of Central Province PNG

Success Criteria

Built to local board approved standards

Budget

PGK 27 500 000

Timeline

2025 – 2027

Donating Information

Account Name:           
Pacific Adventist University

Account Number:      
1002258562

Bank Name:                  
Bank of South Pacific Limited

Branch:                            
Boroko Banking Center

Country:                          
Papua New Guinea

Swift Code:                    
BOSPPGPM

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

Project Name

Lifestyle Medicine and Wellness Center

Date

1st December 2025

Client

Pacific Adventist University

Overview

Lifestyle and Medicine Centre

 

·         Facilities for exercise

·         Offices for consultation

·         Therapy and treatment rooms

·         Cafeteria to receive required meals for patients

·         Lecture rooms

·         Swimming pool

Goal & Objective

To create a state-of-the-art Lifestyle and Medicine Center that promotes holistic health and well-being through integrated medical care, preventive health programs, and lifestyle education, promoting a healthier community and improving quality of life.

 

Constraints & Assumptions

Finances, personnel to build the dormitory and Wellness personnels

Scope

Prepare ground, purchase material, build facility, obtain approvals, Recruit Wellness personnel

Audience

PAU community, PNG and Pacific

Success Criteria

Built to local board approved standards

Budget

PGK 27 500 000

Timeline

2025 – 2027

Donating Information

Account Name:           
Pacific Adventist University

Account Number:      
1002258562

Bank Name:                  
Bank of South Pacific Limited

Branch:                            
Boroko Banking Center

Country:                          
Papua New Guinea

Swift Code:                    
BOSPPGPM

Contact

Grace Paulson
Project Manager
[email protected]

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Frequently asked questions

Have a question about Pacific Adventist University's 40th Anniversary Homecoming event?

We hope this FAQ page helps answer your questions, and we look forward to celebrating with you!

General Questions

The 40th-anniversary homecoming event for Pacific Adventist University will be held between Monday, 1 July until Sunday, 7 July 2023.

The homecoming event will be held at Pacific Adventist University, 14 Mile, Sogeri Road, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.

The homecoming event is open to all Pacific Adventist University alumni, faculty, staff, students, and friends!

Yes, there is. Pacific Adventist University and the Government of Papua New Guinea have subsidised airfares with Air Nuigini and meals and accommodation to make it affordable so that everyone to be part of the celebrations.

To find out more about costs and packages, please visit Accommodation & Logistics menu here: https://www.pau.ac.pg/accommodation-logistics/

It depends. If you are flying into Papua New Guinea from overseas, it will be the cost of an airfare, plus a meal and accommodation package to stay at PAU.

We have created three packages for you:

  • Full week package (arr. Monday 1 July, dep. Monday 8 July)
  • Weekend package (arr. Thursday, 4 July, dep. Monday, 8 July)
  • Day package (meals only and/or registration only)

There are three types of accommodation available at PAU:

  • Dormitories
  • Classrooms
  • Campsites

You can stay for the whole week (package ranges from PGK640-850), or just the weekend package (PGK280-400).

This cost includes meals, accommodation and transfers to and from the airport.

If you so choose, you are welcome to stay off-site and register for the meals only package (PGK30 p/meal plus PGK50 registration pack).

Check out the Accommodation & Logistics page here for more information: https://www.pau.ac.pg/accommodation-logistics/

The homecoming will feature a variety of activities, including speed friending, grad year meet-ups, reunion activities, street preaching, talent concerts, official opening program, live music, street parade, sightseeing in Port Moresby, keynote speakers, open day and campus tours, fellowship and worship, international meals, Sunday market, workline, awards night, sporting events, cultural performances, and more!

We encourage all guests to bring comfortable clothing for warm days and nights, your national dress, sun protection, toiletries and your Bible and notepad.

If you are staying on-site in the dormitories, you will need just a pillow and toiletries. If you are staying in the classrooms, you will need to bring your bed linen, pillow, towels and toiletries. If you are camping on the PAU campsite, you will need to bring your tent, sleep mat, linen, pillow, towel and toiletries.

Registration, Meals & Accommodation

Yes! Please register so we know you are coming. That way we can put aside accommodation, food and even transfers from the airport and will be ready for your arrival.

If you do not register, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to accommodate or feed you, and we want your anniversary experience to be wonderful!

Cost to register only is PGK50 and you will receive a registration pack on arrival.

Even if you live in Port Moresby or live on campus, we encourage you to register so you can be part of the action!

You too will receive a registration pack, and if you like you can purchase a flexible meal plan so you can eat with friends and family visiting for homecoming.

Please register before 30 June 2023.

To register, click here: https://www.pau.ac.pg/anniversary-booking/

To register, please book now here: https://www.pau.ac.pg/anniversary-booking/

When you register online, you will receive a registration pack when you arrive at PAU. The registration pack comes free with any accommodation package, but if you purchase just meals and/or just the pack, it will be an additional PGK50.

YOU MUST REGISTER BEFORE ARRIVING AT PAU.

Your special edition anniversary cotton bag will include:

  • your special edition anniversary program
  • anniversary tee
  • 2023 bird calendar
  • complimentary breakfast goods
  • complimentary PNG sim card
  • an RFID wristband (which will give you access to meals and your accommodation).

To register, please click here: https://www.pau.ac.pg/anniversary-booking/

Even if you live in Port Moresby or live on campus, we encourage you to register so you can be part of the action!

You too will receive a registration pack, and if you like you can purchase a flexible meal plan so you can eat with friends and family visiting for homecoming.

Please register before 30 June 2023.

To register, click here: https://www.pau.ac.pg/anniversary-booking/

Dormitories, classrooms and campsites are available at Pacific Adventist University at a discounted rate for all Alumni and friends.

Our team at PAU have also sough out alternative accommodation at UPNG, and discounted rates in other hotels and accommodation.

To learn more, visit the Accommodation & Logistics menu here: https://www.pau.ac.pg/accommodation-logistics/

 

PAU has created three packages for you:

  • Full week package (arr. Monday 1 July, dep. Monday 8 July)
  • Weekend package (arr. Thursday, 4 July, dep. Monday, 8 July)
  • Day package (meals only and/or registration only)

There are three types of accommodation available at PAU:

  • Dormitories
  • Classrooms
  • Campsites

You can stay for the whole week (package ranges from PGK640-850), or just the weekend package (PGK280-400).

This cost includes meals, accommodation and transfers to and from the airport.

If you so choose, you are welcome to stay off-site and register for the meals only package (PGK30 p/meal plus PGK50 registration pack).

Check out the Accommodation & Logistics page here for more information: https://www.pau.ac.pg/accommodation-logistics/

Yes! All meals are included in the PAU accommodation packages.

We have organised special themed meals for each evening including two banquet dinners.

Our meal planning team are organising something special for you!

Even if you live and/or work on campus, we encourage you to register so you can be part of the action!

You too will receive a registration pack, and if you like you can purchase a flexible meal plan so you can eat with friends and family visiting for homecoming.

Please register before 30 June 2023.

To register, click here: https://www.pau.ac.pg/anniversary-booking/

Even if you live in Port Moresby or live on campus, we encourage you to register so you can be part of the action!

You too will receive a registration pack, and if you like you can eat with friends and family visiting for homecoming.

To register, click here: https://www.pau.ac.pg/anniversary-booking/

Registration will stay open for guests travelling overseas until 30 June 2023.

Local guests can register for meal and registration packs up until close of business on Friday, 5 July.

To register, click here: https://www.pau.ac.pg/anniversary-booking/

Reunions

The PAU Alumni Association is facilitating class reunions during the program and fun events all week.

You can contact them when you arrive and register to become re-connected with your classmates.

Yes, you are welcome to plan a reunion for your class or department.

PAU Alumni Association has already provided two events at homecoming so you can re-connect with both your graduating year and your graduating school.

Please contact the Alumni team for more information on <[email protected]>.

Event program & activities

Yes! Not only will you receive a registration pack that includes a program when you register, we also have program available on the Pacific Adventist University Alumni WhatsApp Community.

Make sure you are connected to your Alumni chapter, and it is part of the PAU Alumni community and you will receive all event updates!

The homecoming will feature a variety of activities, including speed friending, grad year meet-ups, reunion activities, street preaching, talent concerts, official opening program, live music, street parade, sightseeing in Port Moresby, keynote speakers, open day and campus tours, fellowship and worship, international meals, Sunday market, workline, awards, sporting events, cultural performances, and more!

To view the program, visit the program menu here: https://www.pau.ac.pg/program/

Other enquiries

Bring any medicines that you need and check with the country laws so you can bring them with you on the plane. Declare what is necessary when you arrive. On campus throughout the event, we will have ambulance support on hand, as well as our university clinic team. If you require any non-urgent medical support, we encourage you to visit our clinic or a nearby doctor.

Also, ensure when you travel overseas, to include travel insurance with your airfare.

Our team here at PAU are here for any emergency.

For security, please call +675 7297 0958.

If you wish to contact the Alumni organising team, please call Kym on +675 7277 4823 or email <[email protected]>.