Our Vision and Philosophy

A Fusion of Worlds: Osiri University is a private university headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, USA. Osiri University envisions a curriculum that combines the Ubuntu philosophy (a united spirit in creating a better world) and a global educational framework.

Our Vision & Mission
Vision 

To become a transformative global institution rooted in Ubuntu, empowering a new generation of ethical, community-driven leaders who use knowledge, culture, and innovation to solve real-world problems and uplift their communities.

Mission

Osiri University’s mission is to deliver quality global education (with a local feel) at a sufficient scale to create a better world within the context of Ubuntu. We coach learners to their strengths as they concentrate on developing their core values and mastering the knowledge they need to make a difference. We challenge learners to use their history and culture to solve the problems in their local communities.

Personal Growth

At Osiri, education begins with the individual. We prioritize personal growth by helping learners understand their strengths, values, and aspirations. Through mentorship and self-discovery, students develop confidence, purpose, and the mindset needed to become lifelong learners and impactful leaders in their communities and beyond.

Learn at your place

Osiri delivers flexible, accessible education that meets students where they are geographically, culturally, and intellectually. Whether online or in-person, learners engage with global knowledge through a local lens, allowing them to thrive without leaving their communities or compromising their identities and life responsibilities.

Ubuntu

Ubuntu – “I am because we are” – is the heart of Osiri’s philosophy. It shapes how we teach, learn, and lead. By fostering empathy, collaboration, and shared responsibility, we cultivate a culture where success is collective and education uplifts not just individuals but entire communities.

Solving community problems

Osiri challenges students to become problem-solvers rooted in their local context. Through research, innovation, and cultural wisdom, learners apply their knowledge to address real challenges in their communities, creating solutions that are sustainable, inclusive, and impactful. True change, driven from the ground up.

The Ubuntu Philosophy

At Osiri University, we believe we have a shared responsibility to create the life we desire while making our society more harmonious by leveraging our talents and working together. Learners discover their potential, connect with a supportive group of active learners, and jointly begin a journey in pursuit of their calling.

Although learning at Osiri University is based on community, cooperation, and co-prosperity, which are values that are captured in the spirit of Ubuntu, we still encourage healthy competition amongst students.

The Nelson Mandela Inspiration

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela

At Osiri University, inspired by Ubuntu, we empower learners to grow together, honor their purpose, and uplift society. Through shared learning and collective progress, we turn education into a force for harmony and change.