His Legacy & CALUNAH

A Vision That
Changed Lives

In December 1993, Dr. Japhe Roberne Saint Louis gathered a small group of alumni and dared to imagine a better future for the Adventist University of Haiti. What began around a table in New York became a movement that would touch thousands of lives across three decades.

Years of Leadership

1993

Year CALUNAH Was Founded

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Lives Forever Touched

Explore His Legacy

The Origin Story

Born from a Week of Prayer

In December 1993, Dr. Japhe Roberne Saint Louis returned to New York from a Week of Prayer in Haiti. What he had witnessed at his beloved alma mater, the Adventist University of Haiti (UNAH), moved him deeply: a school rich in mission but struggling in resources, its students and faculty in need of support that only a united alumni community could provide.

He could not stand still. He picked up the phone, called fellow alumni, and invited them to gather at La Detente restaurant in New York City. Around that table, with faith and purpose, they gave birth to CALUNAH: the Alumni Association of the Adventist University of Haiti.

From its earliest days, CALUNAH was more than an alumni network. It was a covenant, a promise made by those who had received much to give generously to those who came after them. Dr. Saint Louis served as its first Executive President and would remain its Chairman of the Board until his final days in 2026.

"Those who have received much have a responsibility to give back. Education transforms lives. Let us invest in those who come after us." Dr. Japhe Roberne Saint Louis • Founder, CALUNAH

The Visionaries

Co-Founders of CALUNAH

Together, they planted a seed that grew into a movement

Dr. Japhe Roberne Saint Louis

Co-Founder • First Executive President • Chairman (1993–2026)

Theologian, educator, and visionary pastor. He founded CALUNAH in December 1993 after witnessing the needs of his alma mater firsthand. For 33 years he served as its guiding force, shaping every major initiative and inspiring every leader who followed.

Mrs. Lynouse Saint Louis

Co-Founder • Lifelong Partner in Mission

Alongside her husband since 1983, Mrs. Lynouse Saint Louis was an indispensable partner in every chapter of CALUNAH's story. Her quiet strength, dedication, and hospitality helped build the community of trust that made the organization flourish.

A Chronicle of Service

Thirty-Three Years of Legacy

Founding

CALUNAH is Born

Dr. Saint Louis gathers alumni at La Detente restaurant in New York. CALUNAH is officially founded with a mission to unite alumni and invest in Christian education.

1993

Leadership

First Executive President

Dr. Saint Louis is elected as CALUNAH's founding Executive President, establishing its governance structure, mission, and culture of servant leadership.

Education

Scholarship Program Launched

CALUNAH establishes its flagship scholarship program, supporting UNAH students in theology, business, education, nursing, and secondary education.

Early 2000s

2000s

Social Impact

One Meal a Day Program

A feeding program ensuring students struggling with food insecurity could continue their education with dignity and focus.

Crisis Response

Emergency Relief After the Earthquake

Following Haiti's catastrophic 2010 earthquake, CALUNAH mobilizes resources to rebuild and support UNAH's recovery, demonstrating resilience and loyalty in the darkest hour.

2010

2010s

Infrastructure

UNAH Chapel Construction

CALUNAH funds the construction of a chapel at UNAH, providing a permanent spiritual home for the university community.

Sustainability

Water Bottling Plant at UNAH

CALUNAH partners in establishing a water bottling plant that generates sustainable long-term revenue to support university operations.

2015

2023

Milestone

30th Anniversary Celebration

CALUNAH marks three decades of service with a gala celebration, honoring Dr. Saint Louis's founding vision and the thousands of lives impacted.

Eternal Rest

Dr. Saint Louis Enters His Rest

After 33 years of faithful service as Co-Founder and Chairman, Dr. Japhe Roberne Saint Louis enters eternal rest on July 25, 2026 in Florida, leaving a legacy that will endure for generations.

2026

What He Built

A Legacy of Firsts

Tangible works that outlast a lifetime

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Scholarship Program

Established scholarships across theology, business, education, and nursing, making university education possible for hundreds of students.

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One Meal a Day

A feeding program that ensured food-insecure students could remain enrolled and focused on their education without hunger.

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UNAH Chapel

Funded the construction of a permanent chapel at the Adventist University of Haiti, a spiritual anchor for the campus community.

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Water Bottling Plant

Partnered in building a sustainable revenue source for UNAH through a campus water bottling operation that supports operations long-term.

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Musical Instruments

Donated instruments to enrich campus worship, student life, and the arts at UNAH, investing in the soul of the institution.

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Campus Infrastructure

Contributed to building and renovation projects at UNAH, improving facilities and creating lasting physical assets for the university.

Voices from the Community

Those He Inspired

Words from members, alumni, and leaders who walked alongside him

"Dr. Saint Louis never saw what he was doing as extraordinary. To him, it was simply obedience: those who received must give back. That spirit built everything CALUNAH is today."

Annie Nadine Benoit

Executive President, CALUNAH

"I received a CALUNAH scholarship when I didn't know how I would pay for my next semester. I didn't know then that it was Dr. Roberne's vision behind that gift. Now I know, and I carry his legacy with me every day."

A CALUNAH Scholarship Recipient

UNAH Graduate

"Thirty years ago, Dr. Saint Louis called and said: 'We have to do something for our university.' He was always the one who initiated. Always the one who said: 'Let's not wait. Let's act.'"

A CALUNAH Founding Member

Chapter Leader, New York

Continue the Legacy

His Vision Lives in Every Gift

Dr. Japhe Roberne Saint Louis believed that those who have received much must give generously to those who come next. The most fitting tribute to his life is to ensure that CALUNAH continues the work he started in December 1993.

"He who goes out weeping, carrying seed to sow, will return with songs of joy, carrying sheaves with him." Psalm 126:6

Support CALUNAH Today In Loving Memory

A Vision That Changed Lives