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(Special Advertising Feature) — Following the CNMI Senate’s unanimous rejection of the Marpi land lease proposal, EUCON International University proposes a visionary alternative: the creation of a University City Project that will permanently strengthen the local economy, train a new generation of local leaders, and establish the Marianas as a Pacific hub for higher education, technology, and hospitality.

“Tourism has always been a vital part of CNMI’s economy, but it rises and falls with global markets,” said Dr. Christian Wei, president of EUCON International University and a long-standing accreditation commissioner for the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools, which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. “A strategically designed university city project is a stable, long-term economic driver that will strengthen the CNMI for decades to come,” he said.

• Golf Resort and Golf Management Department: The existing golf course can become an instructional centerpiece for a Golf Management and Sports Tourism academic program — merging international sport, business, and hospitality studies.

• Technology & Healthcare Colleges: Expansion into Artificial Intelligence, advanced technology, and medical sciences will position CNMI as a Pacific hub for high-tech education and healthcare training.

A comprehensive vision for Marpi

The 1.4-million-square-meter site formerly occupied by the former Mariana Resort offers an unparalleled opportunity to merge world-class education with global-standard hospitality and finance:

• Five- to Six-Star International Hotel & Resort

– The existing resort will be redeveloped into a luxury destination and serve as a living laboratory for EIU’s proposed Hotel and Resort Management program, training students to meet the highest global standards in hospitality.

• Golf Resort and Golf Management Department: The existing golf course can become an instructional centerpiece for a Golf Management and Sports Tourism academic program — merging international sport, business, and hospitality studies.

• Under the guidance of Daniel Xu, a world-renowned golf professional coach and distinguished financial strategist, EIU will launch an elite Golf Management and Sports Tourism Department. Daniel Xu trained under the same legendary coach who coached Tiger Woods, and Daniel’s goddaughter, Miranda Wang, recently captured a LPGA global golf championship. Beyond his golfing credentials, Daniel Xu is also a seasoned expert in international finance and investment, uniquely positioned to help design a financing framework that will attract capital to CNMI. His combined expertise in both golf excellence and financial innovation will not only elevate the Marpi golf resort into a world-class training ground but also help secure the investments necessary to drive long-term economic growth for the entire Commonwealth.

• Technology, Finance & Healthcare Colleges

– New schools in Artificial Intelligence, medical sciences, and financial innovation will position CNMI as a Pacific leader in emerging industries.

– Plans include establishing a Financial Innovation Center to pioneer stablecoin market development, attracting global investment, and ensuring CNMI’s role in the future of digital finance.

• Enterprise & Career Development Center

– EIU will create an on-site Enterprise Center to connect students directly to employment and investment opportunities, preparing graduates to meet the talent needs of expanding companies and government agencies across the islands.

Empowering indigenous communities

EUCON has already demonstrated a deep commitment to the Chamorro and Carolinian communities.

• Each year, more than 150 scholarships are awarded to indigenous CNMI students at the high school, undergraduate, BBA, and MBA levels.

• These scholarships help stabilize local employment, create long-term career pathways, and ensure that the economic benefits of growth remain in the CNMI.

“Our mission is not only to educate but to empower,” Dr. Wei affirmed. “When local students gain world-class training, they become the very workforce that drives economic expansion — without the need to import talent. They will be the future leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals who shape CNMI’s destiny.”

Economic impact beyond tourism cycles

Unlike tourism revenue — which fluctuates with seasons and global conditions — tuition income provides consistent, year-round economic stability.

• Initial Enrollment Goal: 6,000 students will generate an estimated $120 million in annual tuition revenue, with additional spending in housing, food services, and local businesses.

• Ten-Year Growth: Scaling to 30,000 students could yield over $600 million annually, establishing CNMI as a premier center for higher education and innovation in the Pacific.

• Job Creation: The project would create at least 2,000 local jobs yearly in teaching, administration, hospitality, facilities management, golf operations, and maintenance.

EUCON’s proven capacity for global-standard education

• As an accredited U.S. institution with a long record of academic excellence, EUCON International University already possesses the administrative structure, faculty expertise, and accreditation experience needed to transform the Marpi property into a world-class university city.

• At the heart of this strength is Dr. Christian Wei, commissioner of the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools — one of the U.S. Department of Education’s recognized accrediting agencies. In this national leadership role, Dr. Wei not only evaluates colleges and universities across America for accreditation but also brings the rare combination of vision, regulatory knowledge, and hands-on experience required to design and launch new academic programs that meet the highest U.S. and international standards.

• This unique expertise means EUCON can immediately establish fully accredited programs in such strategic fields as education, technology, finance, medical sciences, and hospitality, perfectly matching the Marpi site’s potential to become a Pacific center of innovation.

• “Universities are the engines of talent,” Dr. Wei emphasizes. “Without strong institutions of higher learning, no government, business, industry, or community can achieve lasting success. EUCON stands ready to serve with CNMI’s leaders to cultivate the workforce and professional expertise the islands need for long-term prosperity.”

• With proven capability and nationally recognized accreditation leadership, EUCON is uniquely positioned to deliver a university city that will anchor the CNMI’s economic growth and secure its place as a beacon of education and innovation for the entire Pacific region.

A call for public–private partnership

Dr. Wei further noted that private higher education — unlike public systems — thrives on innovation and accountability: “Where public schools must operate within government limitations, private universities succeed only when they deliver excellence. Encouraging private educational initiatives is not merely an option; it is a necessity for CNMI’s next decade of growth.”

Make CNMI great again

Supporting EUCON’s University City plan is more than a project—it is a commitment to the CNMI’s greatness. It will:

• Anchor a stable economy for everyone in the CNMI that no longer rises and falls with tourist seasons.

• Provide world-class training for both local and international students.

• Create a steady stream of talent for companies, government agencies, and new industries.

• Establish the CNMI as the Pacific center for education, technology, tourism, and financial innovation.