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SUMMARY:Fall Musical Callbacks: Into The Woods
DESCRIPTION:📣 The next step in the journey to Into the Woods begins here. Callbacks for the Fall Musical will be announced in the auditorium. Come prepared to perform\, collaborate\, and take your audition to the next level with The Thespians.\nHosted by The Thespians
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/fall-musical-callbacks-into-the-woods/
LOCATION:Hoke Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T230000
DTSTAMP:20260619T112622
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SUMMARY:Fall Musical Musical Auditions: Into The Woods
DESCRIPTION:🎶 Step into the spotlight! The Thespians invite you to audition for this year’s fall musical\, Into the Woods. Whether you’re an experienced performer or eager to take the stage for the first time\, we want to see your talent shine. Prepare your best and be ready for a magical production filled with music\, storytelling\, and imagination.\nHosted by The Thespians \n 
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/fall-musical-auditions-into-the-woods/
LOCATION:Hoke Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T190000
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SUMMARY:Career Readiness Session: Character Development & Soft Skills
DESCRIPTION:CIU students and recent graduates are invited to join the Business & Career Development Center for an interactive workshop designed to equip you with essential character and soft skills for the workplace. This session will help you:  \n\nStrengthen time management\, adaptability\, and organizational skills \n\n\nImprove your communication—written\, verbal\, and nonverbal \n\n\nDevelop emotional intelligence and self-awareness for workplace success \n\n\nGain tools for dispute resolution\, empathy\, and active listening \n\n\nBuild stronger interpersonal and teamwork skills in any job setting \n\n Prepare for a successful future by sharpening the soft skills that set you apart.  \n  \n📍 Location: BCDC Hub – CIU G. Allen Fleece Library (2nd floor) \n📧 Questions? Contact the Business & Career Development Center at bcdc@ciu.edu or (803) 807-5134. 
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/career-readiness-session-character-development-soft-skills/
LOCATION:G. Allen Fleece Library\, 7435 Monticello Rd\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203
CATEGORIES:Academic,Campus Events,Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Business & Career Development Center":MAILTO:bcdc@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T190000
DTSTAMP:20260619T112622
CREATED:20250827T164246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215854Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning of the Year Cookout for Graduate Students
DESCRIPTION:🍔 Kick off the semester with great food and even better company! All graduate students are invited to the Beginning of the Year Cookout featuring free hot dogs and hamburgers. Come relax\, meet fellow grads\, and start the year with a strong community connection.\nHosted by Grad Life Council
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/beginning-of-the-year-cookout-for-graduate-students/
LOCATION:Pine View Community Center\, 7445 Monticello Road\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Student Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T163000
DTSTAMP:20260619T112622
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215825Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Musical Interest Meeting: Into The Woods
DESCRIPTION:🌟 Not just for actors! If you’re interested in acting\, set design\, costumes\, sound\, lights\, or stage management\, the Fall Musical Interest Meeting is your opportunity to get involved. The Thespians are looking for creative minds and dedicated hands to bring Into the Woods to life—both on stage and behind the scenes.\nHosted by The Thespians
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/fall-musical-interest-meeting-into-the-woods/
LOCATION:Hoke Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T210000
DTSTAMP:20260619T112622
CREATED:20250715T204010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215739Z
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SUMMARY:Alpha Weekend: Worship Night
DESCRIPTION:🙏 After a weekend of fun and competition\, take a moment to reset. Worship Night in Shortess Chapel is a time to come together as a campus community for reflection\, music\, and encouragement. No House points\, no pressure – just a meaningful space to close out Alpha Weekend in unity and peace\, praising our Lord together.
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/alpha-weekend-worship-night/
LOCATION:Shortess Chapel
CATEGORIES:Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T193000
DTSTAMP:20260619T112622
CREATED:20250715T203719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215718Z
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SUMMARY:Alpha Weekend: Big Ball Volleyball
DESCRIPTION:🏐 Think volleyball…but bigger. Like 48-inch ball bigger. Grab your House mates and jump into 4-Square Big Ball Volleyball\, a chaotic\, high-energy twist on a classic game. Refuel with tailgate-style grilled food and ice-cold slushies provided by Sunset Slush while earning points toward the House competition. Come hungry and ready to play! \n 
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/alpha-weekend-big-ball-volleyball/
LOCATION:The Quad
CATEGORIES:Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T213000
DTSTAMP:20260619T112622
CREATED:20250715T203217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215641Z
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SUMMARY:Alpha Weekend: Sweet Battle
DESCRIPTION:🍰 Bring the frosting and the fire! In Sweet Battle\, each House competes to turn a plain sheet cake into a masterpiece that captures your House spirit. The best design scores House points – and serious bragging rights. May the sweetest team win!
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/alpha-weekend-sweet-battle/
LOCATION:Dining Hall
CATEGORIES:Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T230000
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SUMMARY:Improv Auditions
DESCRIPTION:🎭 Think fast\, be funny\, and bring your best ideas to the stage! Join us for Improv Team auditions and show off your quick wit and creativity. Whether you’ve performed before or are brand-new to improv\, this is your chance to be part of a team that thrives on laughter\, collaboration\, and spontaneity.\nHosted by the Improv Team
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/improv-auditions/
LOCATION:Hoke Auditorium
CATEGORIES:Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T210000
DTSTAMP:20260619T112622
CREATED:20250715T202437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215545Z
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SUMMARY:Alpha Weekend: Kick Off
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Start the year with energy at Kickoff\, the ultimate welcome party! Meet new friends\, represent your House\, and jump into fast-paced mini-games that rack up points for the year-long House competition. It’s the perfect way to launch Alpha Weekend – and your year – with a win.
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/alpha-weekend-kick-off/
LOCATION:The Quad
CATEGORIES:Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T161500
DTSTAMP:20260619T112622
CREATED:20250827T165534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T165534Z
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SUMMARY:Free Coffee for New Grad Students
DESCRIPTION:☕ All graduate students are invited for free coffee at 34 North in the Student Center to meet and greet with Grad Life Council. Questions? Email GLC at glc@ciu.edu. \n 
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/free-coffee-for-new-grad-students/
LOCATION:Rossi Student Center
CATEGORIES:Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T104500
DTSTAMP:20260619T112622
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T164720Z
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SUMMARY:Convocation
DESCRIPTION:Join the CIU community for Convocation\, our official kickoff to the academic year. This special gathering unites students\, faculty\, and staff in worship\, vision casting\, and prayer as we dedicate the new semester to the Lord. It’s a time to be inspired\, encouraged\, and reminded of the mission we share together. \n2025-2026 theme is RENEWAL – “Do not conform to the pattern of this world\, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is-his good\, pleasing\, and perfect will.” Romans 12:2
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/convocation-2025/
LOCATION:Shortess Chapel
CATEGORIES:Chapel,Student Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T124500
DTSTAMP:20260619T112622
CREATED:20250808T172529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T145718Z
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SUMMARY:Community Group
DESCRIPTION:Students will connect with upperclassmen and campus leaders to build community. Students on Residence Halls will be meeting with their RA. Students in Pine View will be meeting with RAs and student leaders. Commuting students will meet in Hoke Auditorium with Jen Johnson\, Associate Dean of Student Life. All community groups will count as chapel credit.
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/community-group/2025-08-27/
LOCATION:All Campus
CATEGORIES:Chapel,Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T183000
DTSTAMP:20260619T112622
CREATED:20250812T152835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T152835Z
UID:10000069-1755883800-1755887400@ciu.edu
SUMMARY:Activity Fair
DESCRIPTION:📢 Meet the Student Government Association\, clubs\, organizations\, and intramurals to learn about events and how to join in the fun. Grow your connections\, experiences\, and get lots freebies!
URL:https://ciu.edu/event/activity-fair/
LOCATION:Rossi Student Center
CATEGORIES:Student Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu
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