UKIM
Help us rebuild our library Indonesian Christian University in
Moluccas (UKIM)
On the 26th April 2004, UKIM was attacked again by a mob, which destroys what is
left of the university after being attacked the first time in relation with the Moluccan
conflicts 1999-2003.
The remaining 16 lecture rooms, which were renovated and used alternatively by the 4
faculties of the University, (Theology, Civil Engineering, Economics and Social
Political science) since 2003 have been completely destroyed.
The saddest thing is our library, which we consider to be the heart of the university is
also destroyed completely. Now we feel so empty and desperate because of this.
The building could be renovated quite easily but the library collection, which has been
collected for years is the most invaluable asset of the university, especially of the
Theological Faculty, because Theology is the oldest Faculty among the four.
The Theological Faculty had the Moluccana and Indonesiana Collections, which we
saved from fire last time, these collections have also been destroyed.
We are determined to continue running the school and we will find place to start our
education shortly, because we cannot succumb to terror and intimidation.
We are not running any illegal political business, as accused of us this time. To us
running our institution is the manifestation of our accountability to the public, to the
church and especially to God who we believe has called us into this mission.
It is in this connection that we ask for your concern and help in rebuilding our library.
Any book in the 4 fields of study, which you might contribute to us will be very
appreciated and very helpful to us.
As the plea from the Macedonian Church, we also send out our plea to you, Please
Get Across And Help Us.
Ambon, May 1st 2004
THE THEOLOGICAL FACULTY UKIM
REV. DR. MARGARETHA M. HENDRIKS-R
DEAN
Ph : 062 911 341354
Mobile : 062 81343002249
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