ADMINISTRATION

A.  Board of Trustees

The Chin Association for Christian Communication at its Triennial meeting elects the Board of Trustees of the University for three-year term including the President. It is made up of twenty-nine members: Three from CACC OC (General Secretary, Chairperson, Associate General Secretary); eight from CCU (President, Vice President, Academic Dean, Registrar, Dean of Students Affairs, and Treasurer, Head of BAE program, and Head of BBA program); the General Secretary of the Alumni Association of CCU (AAC); the immediate former President of CCU; seven from head pastors or their representatives of seven supporting churches; four from the General Secretaries or their representatives of four supporting associations; five from professional and entrepreneurial background.

Currently, as chosen by CACC’s Triennial meeting in 2024, the Board of Trustees is constituted as follows.

  1. Chairperson: General Secretary, CACC: Rev Dr Lal Pek Lian
  2. Secretary: President, CCU: Rev Dr Luke Sui Kung Ling

Members

  1. Vice President, CCU: Pastor Dr Siang Zi
  2. Academic Dean, CCU: Rev Za Cung Ling
  3. Registrar, CCU: Lecturer Bawi Tawng
  4. Dean of Student Affairs, CCU: Rev Duh Tin Kep
  5. Treasurer, CCU: Pu Zing To
  6. Head of English Department, CCU: Lecturer Hta Cin Sung
  7. Head of Business Department, CCU: Lecturer Van Neih Thang
  8. Chairperson, CACC: Rev Dr Thawng Hlei Thang
  9. General Secretary, HBA: Rev Chan Peng Hmung,
  10. General Secretary, TABC: Rev Dr Duh Sang
  11. General Secretary, CBA: Rev Dr Sang Uk Cung
  12. General Secretary, ZPBA: Rev Za Hre Lian
  13. General Secretary, AAC: Pastor Lian Tin Sang
  14. The immediate former President of CCU: Rev Dr Henry Siang Kung
  15. Senior Pastor, Hakha Baptist Church: Rev Dr Thawng Hlei Thang
  16. Senior Pastor, Zion Baptist Church, Hakha: Rev Joel Nawl Cung Lian,
  17. Church Pastor, Immanuel Baptist Church, Hakha: Rev Dr Lal Pek Lian
  18. Senior Pastor, Bethel Baptist Church, Hakha: Rev Dr Ceu Sang Kung,
  19. Senior Pastor, Hakha Thar Baptist Church, Hakha: Rev Tha Sung
  20. Church Pastor, Thantlang Baptist Church: Rev Dr Sang Cung Uk
  21. Church Pastor, Johnson Memorial Baptist Church, Thantlang: Rev Dr Lal Uk,
  22. Pu Sony Thang Cung (Ex-State Attorney General)
  23. Pu Ngun Hram (Retired Personnel)
  24. Dr Mang Biak Kung (Professional Medical Doctor)
  25. Dr Sang Hlei (Professor, Kalay University)
  26. Pu Ṭhla Hre (Retired Officer)
  27. General Secretary of CCU Alumni Association

The BT has the highest authority which includes extending new programs upon the recommendation of the Faculty Council and is responsible for all matters relating to new appointments, confirmations, resignations and dismissals of the teaching staff of the University.

It also looks into the annual budget of the University submitted by the University Finance & Property Committee and further submits it to the Board of Management and Triennial Meeting of CACC for approval. It has the right to approve and amend bylaws, rules and regulations of the University recommended by the Faculty Council.

A. Faculty Council

The Faculty Council (FC) consists of the President, all the faculty members and the librarian of CCU. The Faculty Council is to prescribe curricula, study courses, text books, oversee the academic and extracurricular activities of the University both inside and outside the University, and control and manage the University’s library. It also coordinates the working of all the academic departments and oversees matters of internal management such as arrangement of timetables, granting of permission to the special course of study, determination of vacation of the University, promotion, awarding of scholarships and granting of loans.

B. Officers Council

  1. President                         Luke Sui Kung Ling
  2. Vice President                         Siang Zi
  3. Academic Dean             Za Cung Ling  
  4. Registrar                         Bawi Tawng
  5. Dean of Student Affairs Duh Tin Kep
  6. Head of English Department Hta Cin Sung  
  7. Head of Business Department Van Neih Thang
  8. Treasurer             Zing To

The President shall be the chairperson and convener of the council’s meeting. The OC is the most responsible body for administration, the general discipline of the University and matters that need to be considered contingently.

C. Administrative Office Bearers

President                                      Luke Sui Kung Ling

Vice President                               Siang Zi

Academic Dean                             Za Cung Ling  

Registrar                                       Bawi Tawng

Dean of Students Affairs                Duh Tin Kep

Head of English Department          Hta Cin Sung  

Head of Business Department        Van Neih Thang

Chaplain                                       Abednego

Director of Field Education            Thawng Lian Uk

Warden (Male)                              Za Cung Ling

Warden (Female)                          Myat Thu Zar Win  

Librarian                                      Hram Vung

Director of Chin Research Center     Bawi Ṭha Par

D.  Supporting Committees

  1. Finance and Property Committee

 

  1. Present of CCU (Convener): Rev Dr Luke Sui Kung Ling
  2. General Secretary of CACC: Rev Dr Lal Pek Lian
  3. Vice President of CCU: Dr Siang Zi
  4. Academic Dean of CCU: Rev Za Cung Ling
  5. Registrar of CCU: Lecturer Bawi Tawng
  6. Treasurer of CCU: Pu Zing To
  7. General Secretary of HBA: Rev Chan Peng Hmung
  8. General Secretary of TABC: Rev Dr Duh Sang
  9. Rev Dr Stephen Lian Hup Ling (Professional Personnel)
  10. Pu Uk Nawl (Professional Personnel)
  11. Pu Van Thawng (Professional Personnel)

The Finance and Property Committee is to oversee the financial status of the University, consider an estimated budget for the operation of the University and submit it to the Board of Trustees. It has to recommend to the Board of Trustees matters related to the care and maintenance of the land, buildings and extension of the university.

2. Oversight Committee

CCU has Oversight Committee consisted of five persons chosen by the Board of Trustees out of the BT members. No member of the faculty is allowed to be included in the Oversight Committee. The Oversight Committee is to look over and assess the administration, the performance

of the staff, allowance, and general condition of the University at least once a year. If the situation demands it has to investigate and assess the University at any time. The Committee reports its findings to the Board of Trustees.

            The Present Committee members are as follows:

  1. Rev Dr Lal Pek Lian, General Secretary of CACC (Convener)
  2. Rev Dr Thawng Hlei Thang, Chairman of CACC
  3. Rev Joel Nawl Cung Lian, Experienced Senior Pastor
  4. Pu Thla Hre, Retired Officer
  5. Dr Sang Hlei, University Professor

3. University Structure Committee (USC)

Since the present government of Myanmar has no clear policy on private university, CCU is the first private university in the region and it has to draw the charter by itself. So, the Board of Trustees of CCU formed University Structure Committee with nine persons as its convener the President of CCU.

The USC has to draw the most feasible and effective structure for the future of CCU.

  1. Other Working Committees
  1. Library Committee
  2. English Department Committee
  3. Business Department Committee
  4. Internet and Website Committee
  5. Chin Research Center Committee
  6. Chin Christian Journal Committee
  7. Newsletters Committee
  8. Vehicle Committee
  9. Water and Power Committee
  10. Tennis Court Committee 

B.  Faculty

Currently, CCU has 24 full-time teachers, 11 working staff, 1 Part-time staff (Treasurer), 1 Adjunct Professor, 1 Contract Staff (Teaching Assistant), and 3 part-time teachers. There are 3 full-time teachers who are on study leave.

1. Theology Department:

a .Old Testament Studies and Biblical Hebrew

Chan Hnin Thang: Old Testament & Bible Hebrew Studies. Academic profile: BSc (Math), Kalay University, 2009; Master of Divinity (MDiv), Chin Christian University, Hakha, 2013. Work profile: Pastor, Immanuel Baptist Church, Hakha, 2014; Assistant Lecturer, CCU, 2023–to date.   Phone: 09-442000331; Email: k.chninthang@gmail.com  

Harvey Van Bik: Old Testament & Biblical Hebrew Studies. Academic Profile: BARS, Myanmar Institute of Theology, 2005; BA (Law), Yangon University of Distance Education, 2006; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, 2009; MTh, MF Norwegian School of Theology, Oslo, Norway, 2013; ThD, Lutheran Theological Seminary, Hong Kong, 2024. Work Profile: Boarding Master, Hakha Khuahlun, 2009-2010; Adjunct Pastor, 2014 onward, Sang Ling Memorial Baptist Church; Director of Chin Research Center, CCU, 2014-2019; Lecturer, CCU, 2010–to date.

Email: harveyvanb@gmail.com; Phone: 070-21428, 09400303430

Za Cung Ling: Old Testament & Biblical Hebrew Studies. Academic Profile: BTh, Doulos Bible Institute, India, 2000; BD, Serampore College, 2006; ThM, Korea Christian University, 2012. Work Profile: Chaplain, Kalay University, 2013-2015; Principal, MTC, Pakokku, 2016; Church Pastor, Zokhua Thar Baptist Church, 2017-2018; Lecturer cum Male Warden, CCU, 2019–to date. Academic Dean, CCU, 2024–to date. Email: salailing2007@gmail.com; Phone: 09-420112979.

 

b. New Testament Department Studies and Biblical Greek

Hrang Lian Thang (on study leave): New Testament & Biblical Greek Studies. Academic Profile: BTh, Chin Christian University, Hakha 2013; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 2017; MTh, Princeton Theological Seminary, New Jersey, USA, 2024; PhD. Work Profile: Lecturer, CCU, 2017–to date; Male Warden, CCU, 2019, Director of Chin Christian Journal, CCU, 2020–2023. Phone: 09-256128719; Email: frhranglianthang@gmail.com

Nawl Bik: New Testament & Biblical Greek Studies. Academic Profile: BTh, Chin Christian University, Hakha 2005; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 2010; MTh, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 2024. Work Profile: Pastor at Hakha Baptist Church, Hakha, 2012-2023; Assistant Lecturer, CCU, 2024–to date; Phone: 09-400506980; Email: nawlbik1982@gmail.com.

William Khen Chum Bik: (New Testament & Biblical Greek Studies). Academic Profile: BTh, Chin Christian University, 1998; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, 2003; MTh, MF Norwegian School of Theology, Oslo, Norway, 2011; PhD, Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary, USA, 2023. Work Profile: Church Pastor, Haiphai Baptist Church, 1998-2000; Secretary of Literature Department and Editor of HBA Organ, Hakha Baptist Association, 2003-2005; Part-time Pastor, Norway Chin Mission Church, Oslo, Norway, 2009-2011; Lecturer, CCU, 2005-2015; Associate Professor, CCU, 2016–to date; Managing Editor of Chin Christian Journal, 2014-2017; Academic Dean, CCU, 2015-2017.

Email: williambik@gmail.com; Phone: 07021010, 092450218.

c. Mission Studies and Church History

Biak Hlem (on study leave): Mission Studies. Academic Profile:  BTh, Chin Christian University, Hakha, 2006; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 2010; MTh, MF Norwegian School of Theology, Oslo, Norway, 2015; PhD candidate, Garret Evangelical Theological Seminary, USA, by August 2024. Work Profile: Part-time Pastor, Zokhua Area Baptist Churches, 2006 onward; Lecturer, Union Theological College, Matupi, 2010-2011; Lecturer, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2011–to date; Female Warden, CCU, 2015-2020; Academic Dean, CCU, 2021–June 2024. Email: biakku63@gmail.com; Phone: 09-264675332.

Duh Tin Kep: Intercultural/Global Studies. Academic Profile: BTh, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2003; BA (Geography) UDE Mandalay University, 2005; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 2007; MTh (Intercultural Studies), Asia United Theological University, S. Korea, 2013; MA (Global Studies) Providence University and Seminary, Canada, 2018. Work profile: Pastor, Huat Kham Memorial Baptist Church (HMBC), Vanzang, 2007–to date; Part-time Pastor, Chin Mission Church, (CMC) Seoul, South Korea, 2012-2013; Lecturer, CCU, 2020–to date; Dean of Student Affairs, CCU, 2022–to date. Email: duhtinkep@gmail.com; Phone: 09-262736336.

Siang Zi: Mission Studies. Academic Profile: BA, Mandalay University, 1995; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 2001; MTh, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 2008; PhD (in Mission Studies), Philippines Christian University, Manila, 2014. Work Profile: Part-time Pastor, Hriphi Baptist Church, TABC, 2001–to date; Lecturer, Chin Christian University (CCU), 2002-2014; Associate Professor, CCU, 2014–to date; Registrar, CCU, 2015-2018. Vice President, CCU, 2018–to date; Email: siangzi123@gmail.com; Phone: 09-250869285.

Ṭial Peng: Historical Studies. Academic Profile: BA, University of Mandalay, 1992; BD, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 1994; MTh, Chung Chi College, CUHK, Hongkong, 2009. Work Profile: Lecturer, Chin Christian University, Hakha (CCU), 1994-1995; Unit 1, Secretary of Literature and Culture Program, Chin Association for Christian Communication (CACC), Hakha, 1995-2000; Unit 1, Secretary cum Acting General Secretary, CACC, 1996-1997; Chaplain, CCU, 2012-2018; Lecturer cum Academic Dean CCU, 2019-2021; Associate Professor, CCU, 2023–to date.  Email: cslianlian@gmail.com; Phone: 070-22341, 09-260461017.

d. Theology, Religion and Practical Studies

Abednego: Practical Theology. Academic Profile: BTh, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2012; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 2017. Work Profile: Pastor, Lai Baptist Church, Tamu, 2012–to date; Lecturer, CCU, 2017–to date; Chaplain, CCU, 2018–to date; Director of Field Education, CCU, 2019-2020; Email: abednego256@gmail.com; Phone: 09-450048745.

Luke Sui Kung Ling: Religious Studies. Academic Profile: BTh, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 1988; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 1995; MMin, Trinity Theological College, Singapore, 2000; MA, 2009 & PhD (in Religious Studies), 2011, Philippine Christian University, Manila, Philippines. Work Profile: Pastor, Leitak ‘A’ Baptist Church, ZPBA 1988-1992; Youth Secretary, Zophei Bawipatlang Area Baptist Churches, 1989-1992; Church pastor, Leitak ‘B’ Baptist Church, ZPBA 1992-1995; Lecturer, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 1995-1996; Lecturer cum Registrar, CCU, 1996-1998; Pastor, Lai Christian Fellowship, Singapore, 1999-2001; Lecturer cum Academic Dean, CCU, 2002-2004; Lecturer cum Treasurer, CCU, 2005; President, Philippine Chin Christian Fellowship, Manila, Philippines, 2008-2011; Associate Professor cum Vice   President, CCU, 2012-2018. Associate Professor cum Registrar, CCU, 2018-2020; Professor cum President, CCU, 2021–to date. Email: sui.luke@gmail.com; Phone: 09-442001370, 09-444431306.

Tawk Lian: Theology Studies. Academic Profile: BTh, Chin Christian University, 2008; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, 2012; ThM, Princeton Theological Seminary, USA, 2015; PhD, Luther Seminary, Minnesota, USA, Dec 2023. Work Profile: Part-time Pastor, Sihhmuh Baptist Church, TABC, 2012; Lecturer, Chin Christian University, Hakha, 2012–to date; Field Director at Chin Christian University, 2013-2014. Email: tawk1986@gmail.com; Phone: 09261278299

Thawng Lian Uk: Practical Studies. Academic profile: BTh, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2012; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 2016. Work profile: Pastor, Hniarlawn Baptist Church, HBA 2017-2020; Lecturer, Chin Christian University (CCU), 2020–to date; Director of Field Education, CCU, 2021–to date. Email: thawngaaukhniarlawn@gmail.com; Phone: 09-451813590.

Myat Thu Zar Win: Pastoral/Counseling Studies. Academic profile: BTh, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2011; MDiv, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 2016; MTh, Myanmar Institute of Theology, Yangon, 2019. Work profile: Pastor, Hmwele Baptist Church, Gangaw Baptist Association, Magwe Division, 2012–to date; Assistant Lecturer, CCU, 2023–to date. Email: myatthuzarw09@gmail.com, Phone: 09-401548151, 09-757489805.

  1. English Language Study Department

Bawi Tawng: English Studies. Academic Profile: BA (English), Yadanapon University, Mandalay, 2003; MA (English), Mandalay University, 2006; MA (Linguistics), Payap University, Thailand, 2017. Work Profile: Lecturer, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2006–to date; Head of BAE, CCU, 2018-2020; Registrar, CCU, 2021–to date. Email: bawitawng@gmail.com; Phone: 09-40030322.

Bawi Ṭha Par: English Studies. Academic Profile: BAE, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2014; MA (English), Mandalay University, 2017. Work Profile: Lecturer, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2017–to date; Director of Chin Research Center, CCU, 2020–to date. Email: bawithapar92@gmail.com; Phone: 09-420950722.

Hta Cin Sung: English Studies. Academic Profile: BA, University of Foreign Languages, Mandalay, 2007; BRE, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2008; MA (English), Mandalay University, 2013; MA (TESOL), Hong Kong, 2016. Work Profile: Lecturer, CCU, 2009–to date. Dean of BAE, CCU, 2013-2015; Coordinator of DipEng, CCU, 2017–2020; Head of English Department, CCU, 2024—to date; Email: htacinsung16@gmail.com; Phone: 070-21327, 09-400457039.

Julie Zing Thluai Meng: English Studies. Academic Profile: BA (Eng), Chin Christian University, Hakha and Kalay University, 2012; DipELT, University of Mandalay, 2014; MA (Eng), University of Mandalay, 2017. Work Profile: Completed Initial Teacher Training at the Thinking Classroom Foundation in Chiangmai, Thailand; Teacher at Amazon Private School, Hakha, since 2015 and gained online teaching experience from 2020-2024; Assistant Lecturer, Chin Christian University, Hakha, 2024–to date. Phone: 09-400301169. Email: juliezing12@gmail.com.

Thla Lian: English Studies. Academic Profile: BA (Eng), Mandalay University, 2000; MA (Eng), Mandalay University, 2004. Work profile: Boarding Master, Chokhlei Boarding School, Thantlang, 2004–2009; Lecturer, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2010–to date; Head of BAE, CCU, 2015-2018. Email: thlalian@gmail.com. Phone: 09260461043.

Ca Hlei Iang (on study leave): English Studies. Academic profile: BA (Hons) (English), Kalay University, 2016; MA (English), Kalay University, 2018; MA (Edu.) candidate at London, UK. Work profile: Lead leader & Volunteer leader (Volunteer) at Teach for ASEAN (at present), Administrative intern at Tech for ASEAN (2019, December), Part-time lecturer at Liberal Arts Education Department, Tahan Theological College (2016-2018), Part-time lecturer at BA (English) Department, Bethel Theological Seminary (2016-2018), Assistant English Teacher at Birmingham English Academy (2016-2018). Lecturer, Chin Christian University (CCU) Hakha, 2020–to date. Phone: 09-440937735, email: cahleiiang1@gmail.com.  

Bawi Len Tial: English Studies. Academic Profile: BAE, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2020. Work Profile: Field Staff: School Management Assistant, at Bawinu Foundation, Chin Association of Christian Communication (CACC), 2023; Teaching Assistant, CCU, 2024–to date.  Email: bawilential.ccu@gmail.com; Phone: 09-258788900.

  1. Business Study Department

Lalpekkimi: Business Studies. Academic Profile: BCom, Monywa University of Economics, Monywa, 2016; MCom, Monywa University of Economics, 2019. Work Profile: Assistant Lecturer, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, October 2024–to date. Email: lalpekkimi35@gmail.com, Phone: 09-400458610.  

Ling Yaung: Business Studies. Academic Profile: BCom, and MCom, Monywa University of Economics, Monywa , 2017. Work Profile: Lecturer, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, August 2017–to date; Female Warden, CCU, 2021–2023. Email: lingyaung4@gmail.com, Phone: 09-450160052.

Ṭial Tang Sung: Business Studies. Academic Profile: BBA, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2020; MBA, NMA College (Yangon, Myanmar), 2025. Work Profile: Assistant Lecturer, CCU, June 2023–to date; Email: ttstangtang@gmail.com; Phone:  09-451825445.

Van Neih Thang: Business Studies. Academic Profile: BAE, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2016: MBA, Stamford International University, Thailand (Yangon Campus), 2019. Work profile: Teaching Assistant, CCU, 2016-2017; Senior Associates, Strategy First University, Yangon (2017-2019); Lecturer, CCU, June 2020–to date. Head of Business Department, CCU, 2024—to date. Phone: 09-264017967; Email: vanneihthang7@gmail.com.

Van Thang: Business Studies. Academic Profile: MBA, Philippines Christian University, Manila, Philippines, 2015. Work Profile: Lecturer, Chin Christian University (CCU), Hakha, 2016–to date; Head of BBA, CCU, 2018–2023.bEmail:  vanthang08@gmail.com; Phone: 09-400390480, 09-787019379.

It is required that all lecturers teaching theology must acquire at least BD or MDiv degree from one of the academic institutions accredited by the Association for Theological Education in South East Asia (ATESEA), Serampore Senate of India and other theological universities recognized by CCU, and that any teaching staff who teaches the subject other than theological field shall be one who is acknowledged as skilled or expert in that subject; and he or she shall be at least a university graduate.

  1. Faculty Development

CCU is sending its faculty to further studies on duties.

  1. Biak Hlem, PhD (Mission and Gender Studies), USA.
  2. Hrang Lian Thang, PhD (New Testament Studies), USA.
  3. Ca Hlei Iang, MA (Education Studies), London, UK.

H. Adjunct Professor, Part-time Lecturers & Online Teachers

CCU faculty is enriched by the contributions of the following

supporting professors and teachers.

  1. Ngun Cer Chin, PhD in Theology, Adjunct professor, Germany
  2. Henry Siang Kung, ThD, Rangoon
  3. Tin Hmung, MTh, Hakha
  4. Ca Cung Bik, MTh, Hakha
  5. Dr Ngun Cung Lian, Medical Doctor, Hakha
  6. Pu Tha Oke, MA, Rangoon
  7. Dept of Literature & Publication, CACC, Hakha

 

  1. Supporting Staff

        Library

  1. Hram Vung, MDiv, MLIS-TL             Librarian
  2. Nuh Nuh Sein, BCSc, MLIS-TL Associate Librarian
  3. Biak Sang, MDiv                         Assistant Librarian

Office

  1. Ngun Ṭha Par, BA(Business Sc) Accountant
  2. Dawt Hlei Hmung, BEEC             IT Technician
  3. Hlawn Za Thluai, BAE             Clerk
  4. Van Lian Thang                         Driver
  5. Joseph Lian                                     Peon
  6. Duh Tum Peng                         Janitor
  7. Dawt Len Sung                         Cook
  8. Sang Dun Cook
  9. Sang Dun

  Contract staff  

  1. Bawi Len Tial Teaching Assistant

  Part-time Staff

  1. Zing To Treasurer