BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Columbia International University - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Columbia International University X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ciu.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Columbia International University REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250715T202437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215545Z UID:10000014-1756407600-1756414800@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Alpha Weekend: Kick Off DESCRIPTION:šŸŽ‰ 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. Itā€™s the perfect way to launch Alpha Weekend ā€“ and your year ā€“ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T213000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T230000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250827T163847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215618Z UID:10000225-1756416600-1756422000@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Improv Auditions DESCRIPTION:šŸŽ­ 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 youā€™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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250828 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250808T151411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T171428Z UID:10000056-1756422000-1756508399@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Online Session 1: Last Day to Add/Drop DESCRIPTION:The final day to add or drop classes for Online Session 1. After this date\, students are responsible for the tuition and grading policies for any enrolled courses. Be sure to confirm your schedule and make any changes before the deadline URL:https://ciu.edu/event/last-day-add-drop-session-1/ CATEGORIES:Academic ORGANIZER;CN="Registrar":MAILTO:registrar@ciu.edu. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250715T203217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215641Z UID:10000015-1756497600-1756503000@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Alpha Weekend: Sweet Battle DESCRIPTION:šŸ° 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 ā€“ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250830T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250715T203719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215718Z UID:10000016-1756575000-1756582200@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Alpha Weekend: Big Ball Volleyball DESCRIPTION:šŸ Think volleyballā€¦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! \nĀ  URL:https://ciu.edu/event/alpha-weekend-big-ball-volleyball/ LOCATION:The Quad CATEGORIES:Student Events ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250715T204010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215739Z UID:10000017-1756666800-1756674000@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Alpha Weekend: Worship Night DESCRIPTION:šŸ™ 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 ā€“ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250831 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250902 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250808T151041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T154457Z UID:10000054-1756681200-1756767599@ciu.edu SUMMARY:CIU Closed for Labor Day DESCRIPTION:In observance of Labor Day\, Columbia International University will be closed. Take the day to rest\, recharge\, and enjoy time with family and friends before classes resume. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/labor-day-ciu-closed-2025/ CATEGORIES:Academic END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250902 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250903 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250808T152219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T150744Z UID:10000058-1756771200-1756857599@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Full Fall Semester: Last Day to Add/Drop DESCRIPTION:Today is the final day to add or drop Fall Term courses. After this deadline\, schedule changes require formal withdrawal and may affect tuition\, fees\, and transcripts. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/last-day-add-drop-fall-term-2025/ CATEGORIES:Academic END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250902 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250903 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250808T152426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T150754Z UID:10000059-1756771200-1756857599@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Last Day to Apply for Fall Graduation (No Late Fee) DESCRIPTION:Today is the final deadline to submit your application for Fall Graduation without incurring a late fee. Be sure to complete all required paperwork and submit your application to the Registrarā€™s Office to ensure youā€™re set for commencement. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/apply-fall-graduation-no-late-fee/ CATEGORIES:Academic END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T114500 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250815T015855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215759Z UID:10000177-1756810800-1756813500@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Chapel: Professor Dr. TK Dunn DESCRIPTION:Guest speaker is CIUā€™s Associate Professor of History & Theology\, Dr. TK Dunn. \nšŸ™ Chapel is at the heart of our community and shared discipleship experience while studying at CIU. It is an integral part of our learning and equipping to impact the nations with the message of Christ. Chapel is held every Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday from 11:00-11:45 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday chapels are designed for the entire university to gather in evangelical unity as a diverse and multicultural community. Wednesday chapels are typically designed for segments of the community to meet in separate venues\, Community Groups\, with advisors\, or other assigned options. \n2025-2026 theme is RENEWAL ā€“ ā€œDo 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 Godā€™s will is-his good\, pleasing\, and perfect will.ā€ Romans 12:2 \nQuestions about chapel can be emailed to studentlife@ciu.edu. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/campus-chapel-professor-dr-tk-dunn/ LOCATION:Shortess Chapel CATEGORIES:Chapel ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250827T164810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215825Z UID:10000228-1756825200-1756830600@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Fall Musical Interest Meeting: Into The Woods DESCRIPTION:šŸŒŸ Not just for actors! If youā€™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 lifeā€”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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250827T164246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215854Z UID:10000226-1756832400-1756839600@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Beginning of the Year Cookout for Graduate Students DESCRIPTION:šŸ” 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250817T172408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T215450Z UID:10000133-1756836000-1756839600@ciu.edu 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:Ā  \n\nStrengthen time management\, adaptability\, and organizational skillsĀ \n\n\nImprove your communicationā€”written\, verbal\, and nonverbalĀ \n\n\nDevelop emotional intelligence and self-awareness for workplace successĀ \n\n\nGain tools for dispute resolution\, empathy\, and active listeningĀ \n\n\nBuild stronger interpersonal and teamwork skills in any job settingĀ \n\nĀ Prepare for a successful future by sharpening the soft skills that set you apart.Ā  \nĀ  \nšŸ“ Location:Ā BCDC Hub ā€“ CIU G. Allen Fleece Library (2nd floor) \nšŸ“§ Questions? Contact the Business & Career Development Center at bcdc@ciu.edu or (803) 807-5134.Ā  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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T114500 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250815T020042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T220003Z UID:10000178-1756897200-1756899900@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Chapel: Student Government Association (SGA) DESCRIPTION:Student Government Association will host this chapel with speaker Trey Shoars\, Student Body President. \nšŸ™ Chapel is at the heart of our community and shared discipleship experience while studying at CIU. It is an integral part of our learning and equipping to impact the nations with the message of Christ. Chapel is held every Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday from 11:00-11:45 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday chapels are designed for the entire university to gather in evangelical unity as a diverse and multicultural community. Wednesday chapels are typically designed for segments of the community to meet in separate venues\, Community Groups\, with advisors\, or other assigned options. \n2025-2026 theme is RENEWAL ā€“ ā€œDo 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 Godā€™s will is-his good\, pleasing\, and perfect will.ā€ Romans 12:2 \nQuestions about chapel can be emailed to studentlife@ciu.edu. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/campus-chapel-sga/ LOCATION:Shortess Chapel CATEGORIES:Chapel ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T114500 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250815T020645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T220019Z UID:10000180-1756983600-1756986300@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Chapel: Pastor David Gentino DESCRIPTION:Guest speaker is the Lead Pastor of Columbia Presbyterian Church\, David Gentino. \nšŸ™ Chapel is at the heart of our community and shared discipleship experience while studying at CIU. It is an integral part of our learning and equipping to impact the nations with the message of Christ. Chapel is held every Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday from 11:00-11:45 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday chapels are designed for the entire university to gather in evangelical unity as a diverse and multicultural community. Wednesday chapels are typically designed for segments of the community to meet in separate venues\, Community Groups\, with advisors\, or other assigned options. \n2025-2026 theme is RENEWAL ā€“ ā€œDo 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 Godā€™s will is-his good\, pleasing\, and perfect will.ā€ Romans 12:2 \nQuestions about chapel can be emailed to studentlife@ciu.edu. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/campus-chapel-pastor-david-gentino/ LOCATION:Shortess Chapel CATEGORIES:Chapel ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250906 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250808T152614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T150804Z UID:10000060-1757030400-1757116799@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Online Session 1: 50% Refund Period Ends DESCRIPTION:Today marks the final day to receive a 50% tuition refund for Virtual Session 1 courses. After this date\, no partial refunds will be issued for dropped classes. Check with the Registrarā€™s Office if you have questions about your enrollment or refund eligibility. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/50-percent-refund-ends-virtual-session-1/ CATEGORIES:Academic END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T230000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250827T164452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T220041Z UID:10000227-1757093400-1757113200@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Fall Musical Musical Auditions: Into The Woods DESCRIPTION:šŸŽ¶ Step into the spotlight! The Thespians invite you to audition for this yearā€™s fall musical\, Into the Woods. Whether youā€™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 \nĀ  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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250827T165041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T220116Z UID:10000229-1757151000-1757160000@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Fall Musical Callbacks: Into The Woods DESCRIPTION:šŸ“£ 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250904T180531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T180531Z UID:10000233-1757152800-1757160000@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship 101 Kickoff & Info Session DESCRIPTION:Join us for theĀ Entrepreneurship 101 Kickoff & Info SessionĀ thisĀ Saturday\, September 6\, from 10 AM ā€“ 12 PMĀ at theĀ William H. Jones Center.\nThis free 10-week program will help you:\n\n\nRefine your ideas and develop a business or ministry plan\n\n\nCreate a pitch to present to our panel of judges\n\n\nCompete for up toĀ $3\,000 in seed money\n\n\nEarn a spot in our Spring Incubator to launch your idea šŸš€\n\n\nWho can join?\nOpen to CIU students\, alumni\, and the Midlands community.\nThis Saturdayā€™s session is your chance to learn more about the program\, meet other aspiring entrepreneurs\, and take the first step toward developing and funding your dreams.\nWe hope to see you there!\nEvent Details\nšŸ“… Kickoff & Info Session: Saturday\, Sep 6 | 10 AM ā€“ 12 PM\nšŸ“ Columbia International University\, William H. Jones Center URL:https://ciu.edu/event/entrepreneurship-101-kickoff-info-session/ LOCATION:William H. Jones Center CATEGORIES:Campus Events,Student Events ORGANIZER;CN="Business & Career Development Center":MAILTO:bcdc@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250905T224341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T224341Z UID:10000304-1757152800-1757160000@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship 101: Starting Up DESCRIPTION:CIU students are invited to kick off Entrepreneurship 101 with our Starting Up session. This workshop is the perfect place to begin shaping your business ideas and learning the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. \nParticipants will: \n\nExplore how to design and structure a business concept\nGain tools for creativity\, planning\, and execution\nConnect with like-minded students interested in innovation\nLearn about opportunities to compete for prizes throughout the program\n\nšŸ“ Location: William H. Jones Center\, Room 141 \nšŸ“§ Questions? Contact BCDC bcdc@ciu.eduĀ  URL:https://ciu.edu/event/entrepreneurship-101-starting-up/ LOCATION:William H. Jones Center CATEGORIES:Student Events ORGANIZER;CN="Business & Career Development Center":MAILTO:bcdc@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250808T152710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T150814Z UID:10000061-1757376000-1757462399@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Full Fall Semester: 50% Refund Period Ends DESCRIPTION:This is the final day to receive a 50% tuition refund for dropped Fall Semester courses. After today\, no partial refunds will be issued. Contact the Registrarā€™s Office if you have questions about your schedule or refund eligibility. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/50-percent-refund-ends-fall-semester/ CATEGORIES:Academic END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T114500 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250815T021343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T134538Z UID:10000183-1757415600-1757418300@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Chapel: Pastor Dr. Jeff Philpott and Pastor Malcolm Walls DESCRIPTION:Guest speakers are the Lead Pastor and the Pastor of Outreach & Next Steps\, Jeff Philpott and Malcolm Walls. \nšŸ™ Chapel is at the heart of our community and shared discipleship experience while studying at CIU. It is an integral part of our learning and equipping to impact the nations with the message of Christ. Chapel is held every Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday from 11:00-11:45 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday chapels are designed for the entire university to gather in evangelical unity as a diverse and multicultural community. Wednesday chapels are typically designed for segments of the community to meet in separate venues\, Community Groups\, with advisors\, or other assigned options. \n2025-2026 theme is RENEWAL ā€“ ā€œDo 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 Godā€™s will is-his good\, pleasing\, and perfect will.ā€ Romans 12:2 \nQuestions about chapel can be emailed to studentlife@ciu.edu. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/campus-chapel-pastor-dr-jeff-philpott-2/ LOCATION:Shortess Chapel CATEGORIES:Chapel ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T114500 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250815T020904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T194211Z UID:10000181-1757502000-1757504700@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Chapel: Advisor/Advisee DESCRIPTION:Students will be meeting with their programā€™s faculty advisor to learn more about their program and classmates. \nšŸ™ Chapel is at the heart of our community and shared discipleship experience while studying at CIU. It is an integral part of our learning and equipping to impact the nations with the message of Christ. Chapel is held every Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday from 11:00-11:45 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday chapels are designed for the entire university to gather in evangelical unity as a diverse and multicultural community. Wednesday chapels are typically designed for segments of the community to meet in separate venues\, Community Groups\, with advisors\, or other assigned options. \n2025-2026 theme is RENEWAL ā€“ ā€œDo 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 Godā€™s will is-his good\, pleasing\, and perfect will.ā€ Romans 12:2 \nQuestions about chapel can be emailed to studentlife@ciu.edu. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/campus-chapel-pastor-dr-jeff-philpott/ LOCATION:Shortess Chapel CATEGORIES:Chapel ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ciu.edu/wp-content/uploads/DSC_8162-Enhanced-NR.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T114500 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250815T021621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T194130Z UID:10000184-1757588400-1757591100@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Chapel: Professor Dr. Michael Lyons DESCRIPTION:Guest speaker is CIUā€™s Associate Professor of Old Testament & Hebrew\, Dr. Michael Lyons. \nšŸ™ Chapel is at the heart of our community and shared discipleship experience while studying at CIU. It is an integral part of our learning and equipping to impact the nations with the message of Christ. Chapel is held every Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday from 11:00-11:45 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday chapels are designed for the entire university to gather in evangelical unity as a diverse and multicultural community. Wednesday chapels are typically designed for segments of the community to meet in separate venues\, Community Groups\, with advisors\, or other assigned options. \n2025-2026 theme is RENEWAL ā€“ ā€œDo 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 Godā€™s will is-his good\, pleasing\, and perfect will.ā€ Romans 12:2 \nQuestions about chapel can be emailed to studentlife@ciu.edu. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/campus-chapel-professor-dr-michael-lyons/ LOCATION:Shortess Chapel CATEGORIES:Chapel ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ciu.edu/wp-content/uploads/Lyons-Michael-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250910T133336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T133336Z UID:10000596-1757613600-1757624400@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Dungeons and Dragons DESCRIPTION:šŸ‰ Dungeons & Dragons Biweekly SessionsEmbark on epic adventures\, build your character\, and roll the dice with fellow students! Open to all skill levels. \nšŸ“… Starts: Thursday (And every other Thursday after)ā° Time: 6:30 ā€“ 8:00 PMšŸ“ Location: TV StudiošŸŽ² Open to: All Studentsāœ‰ļø Info: angel.henderson@ciu.edu URL:https://ciu.edu/event/dungeons-and-dragons/ LOCATION:TV Studio\, Ridderhof\, 7435 Monticello Rd\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203\, United States CATEGORIES:Student Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ciu.edu/wp-content/uploads/Dungeons-and-Dragons-Dice-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250909T142150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T142652Z UID:10000321-1757635200-1757721599@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Froggy Fridays DESCRIPTION:Every Friday\, the hunt is on! Tiny frogs and other playful plastic critters are hidden all around CIUā€™s campusā€”waiting to be found. \nKeep your eyes open in unexpected placesā€¦ you never know where one might be hiding. If you spot one\, itā€™s yours to keep! \nHappy hunting\, and good luck!Ā šŸ›šŸ¦ŽšŸŖ² URL:https://ciu.edu/event/froggy-fridays/2025-09-12/ LOCATION:All Campus CATEGORIES:Student Events ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250905T181407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T153326Z UID:10000301-1757707200-1757712600@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Nerf Battle Night ā€“ Everyoneā€™s Invited DESCRIPTION:Get ready to dodge\, dash\, and battle it out in an all-out Nerf war hosted by the Adventure Club! Bring your own Nerf gear and join the actionā€”open to everyone\, so bring a friend and let the foam fly! \nšŸ•— Time: 8:00 PM ā€“ 9:30 PMšŸ“ Location: Fisher BuildingšŸ”« Gear: Bring your own Nerf guns & dartsšŸ‘„ Who: Open to everyone ā€“ all are welcome!šŸŽÆ Hosted by: Adventure Club URL:https://ciu.edu/event/nerf-battle-night-everyones-invited/ LOCATION:Fisher Building CATEGORIES:Campus Events,Student Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ciu.edu/wp-content/uploads/Nerf-Battle-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250914 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250915 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250813T085817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T150604Z UID:10000080-1757808000-1757894399@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Online Session 2: Last Day to Withdraw DESCRIPTION:This is the final day to withdraw from Online Session 2 courses and receive a grade of ā€œW.ā€ Make sure all withdrawal paperwork is submitted to avoid receiving a letter grade. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/last-day-withdraw-online-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Academic END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T124500 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250909T195139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T195255Z UID:10000231-1758024000-1758026700@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Chapel: Pastor Matt Densky DESCRIPTION:Christian Life Conference will feature guest speaker\, Pastor Matt Densky. \nšŸ™ Chapel is at the heart of our community and shared discipleship experience while studying at CIU. It is an integral part of our learning and equipping to impact the nations with the message of Christ. Chapel is held every Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday from 11:00-11:45 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday chapels are designed for the entire university to gather in evangelical unity as a diverse and multicultural community. Wednesday chapels are typically designed for segments of the community to meet in separate venues\, Community Groups\, with advisors\, or other assigned options. \n2025-2026 theme is RENEWAL ā€“ ā€œDo 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 Godā€™s will is-his good\, pleasing\, and perfect will.ā€ Romans 12:2 \nQuestions about chapel can be emailed to studentlife@ciu.edu. URL:https://ciu.edu/event/campus-chapel-pastor-matt-densky-2/ LOCATION:Shortess Chapel CATEGORIES:Chapel ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ciu.edu/wp-content/uploads/Pastor-Matt-Densky.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Student Life":MAILTO:studentlife@ciu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150156 CREATED:20250905T222715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T210649Z UID:10000303-1758045600-1758049200@ciu.edu SUMMARY:Career Readiness Session: Work Ethics DESCRIPTION:Join us for a session focused on building a strong professional work ethic. Students will explore: \n\nThe importance of integrity and accountability\nProfessional responsibility in the workplace\nHow to cultivate discipline and reliability\nStrategies to become a trusted and dependable team member\n\nĀ  \nšŸ“ Location: BCDC Hub (CIU Library\, 2nd Floor) \nšŸ“§ Questions? Contact BCDC bcdc@ciu.edu URL:https://ciu.edu/event/career-readiness-session-work-ethics/ LOCATION:G. Allen Fleece Library\, 7435 Monticello Rd\, Columbia\, SC\, 29203 CATEGORIES:Student Events ORGANIZER;CN="Business & Career Development Center":MAILTO:bcdc@ciu.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR