About FAU
About Fulton Adventist University
Fulton Adventist University was established to serve the needs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and to contribute to the wider Pacific community's growth, development and success. Its education system is centred on the harmonious development of the physical, mental and spiritual powers.
With Fiji being the hub of the Pacific, Fulton serves as a regional training institution attracting students from Fiji, American Samoa, Cook Islands, French Polynesia, Kiribati, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, New Zealand, Australia, America and Albania.
Statement of Philosophy
It is Fulton's intention to provide educational programmes that embrace a holistic approach to true education for the training of the whole person:
Imparting relevant, up-to-date knowledge so that students develop the mental capacity to think critically and analytically.
Involving students in work programmes and recreational activities to develop healthy habits and meaningful relationships.
Helping students develop faith in God and hope in His promises.
Preparing students for responsible citizenship, leadership and family life.
Guiding Principles
- Integrity
- Excellence in all that is attempted
- Commitment to God, people, task and the institution
- Respect for all
- Understanding others
- Forgiveness as an expression of grace
- Compassion for all in need
Vision, Mission & Values
"The preferred tertiary education provider upholding Christian values in the Pacific."
"Empower graduates through quality Adventist education for dedicated service."
Our Values
School Mission Statements
To prepare Business graduates to be professionals with physical, mental and spiritual abilities, enabling them to become leaders and not be dominated by circumstances.
To empower graduates through quality Adventist Education, who are competent, committed and dedicated for service to the South Pacific.
To produce quality ministerial graduates for the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the South Pacific Division who are theologically sound, spiritually mature, socially adaptable and pastorally experienced.
To nurture a community of learners who embrace diversity, pursue excellence, and uphold the values of Christian education.
Our History
The need for a training school in Fiji for Seventh-day Adventists was recognised by pioneer missionary John E. Fulton. Property was secured at Buresala on the island of Ovalau.
The Buresala Training School was opened. Other training institutions were later established in Navuso, Samambula and Vatuvonu.
The church consolidated its educational work in Fiji. A new campus on Kings Road, Tailevu, was built and named in honour of Pastor John E. Fulton.
Programmes accredited by AAA and SPATS — Fulton's theology and education programmes recognised across the South Pacific and internationally.
Academically registered by the Higher Education Commission Fiji (HECF). Qualifications placed on the Fiji Register of Qualifications in 2015.
MOUs signed with Pacific Adventist University (PNG), Avondale University (Australia) and Mamarapha College (Australia).
Fulton relocated from Tailevu to a modern new property at Sabeto in Nadi, providing a contemporary campus environment.
On 21 November 2018, registered by HECF as Fulton Adventist University College.
Statement of Understanding signed with Southern Adventist University (USA). MOU in progress with the University of Canterbury, New Zealand.
Governance & Leadership
University Council (2025–2030)
The University is governed by the Fulton Council, appointed by the Trans-Pacific Union Executive Committee. The Council meets three times a year to provide strategic direction, approve policies and monitor implementation.
| Name | Role | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|
| Pr Charlie Jimmy | TPUM President & Chair | BATheo PAU; MA Theo Avondale |
| Prof. Ronald Stone | FAU Vice Chancellor & Secretary | PhD (BibStud & OldTest) AIIAS |
| Fraser Alekevu | TPUM CFO | BCom (Accounting) PAU; MA (Lead & Mngt) Avondale |
| Talonga Pita | TPUM Education Director | MEd (Admin) |
| Pr Epeli Saukuru | Fiji Mission President | BA Theo Fulton |
| Prof. Teatulohi Matainaho | PAU Vice Chancellor | PhD Queensland |
| Dr Limoni Manu | SPD Education Director | PhD AIIAS |
| Peni Bolatui | Lay Person (Entrepreneur) | GradDip Financial Services |
| Adi Litia Vateitei | Lay Person (Lawyer) | LLB; Barrister & Solicitor |
| Dr Erik Katovai | Lay Person (SINU Pro-Vice Chancellor) | PhD James Cook University |
Administration Officers
Governance Structure
There are six subcommittees of the FAU Council: Finance; Audit; Quality Assurance; Strategic Planning; Personnel; and Appeals.
The Academic Senate is the standalone committee monitoring all academic needs, processes and progress of learning and teaching. It oversees professional development of faculty and accreditation and quality assurance of all academic programmes.
Accreditation & Recognition
Registered as Fulton Adventist University College since 21 November 2018. Qualifications on the Fiji Register of Qualifications since 2015.
Accrediting all Seventh-day Adventist institutions worldwide. Fulton has been accredited since 1987.
Accrediting Theology programmes since 1987, including the Bachelor and Postgraduate Diploma in Theology since 2014.
Accredited Programmes
- ✓ Certificate in Foundation Studies
- ✓ All Diploma programmes (Education, Theology & Business)
- ✓ Bachelor of Education
- ✓ Bachelor of Business
- ✓ Bachelor of Theology
- ✓ Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting
- ✓ Honours / Postgraduate Programmes
- ✓ Master of Arts in Ministry (Theology)
Partnerships & Networks
- Member of the Adventist Tertiary Network (South Pacific)
- Statement of Understanding with Southern Adventist University, USA (2025)
- MOU in progress with University of Canterbury, New Zealand
- Collaborative agreements with Pacific Adventist University (PNG), Avondale University (Australia), Mamarapha College (Australia), and Sonoma Adventist College