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“A Gift that Means Something”
Carolyn continues to regularly invest in CIU, which has produced Bible Teaching graduates on the college and graduate level for over 60 years.
Fully-Accredited Online Ph.D. Seminary Program Offers Several Advantages
“It is particularly attractive to men and women who have solid Bible and theology backgrounds and want to get started on their research early in their program rather than waiting to work through two years of courses.” -Dr. John Harvey, Ph.D. Program Director
CIU Nursing Students Continue to Excel
“For CIU graduates, passing the NCLEX demonstrates their mastery of essential nursing knowledge, clinical judgment, and readiness to provide safe, competent care.” -Dean of Nursing, Angela Conder
Rams Softball takes the Gospel to Guatemala
After each game the teams met at the pitcher’s circle to hear one of the CIU players share a testimony as the Rams led in prayer.
Solidifying Hearts for Medical Missions
CIU nursing students minister in the Dominican Republic
CIU Alumnus to Lead New Office of Community Safety in His Hometown
John Jones graduated from CIU in 2020
Lehigh Hanson commits up to $500,000 in support of CIU’s revitalization efforts along Monticello Road
CIU President Dr. Mark Smith (third from left) accepts donation for Monticello Road revitalization from Scott Dickson, Vice President & General Manager for Hanson Aggregates Southeast LLC. They are flanked by CIU CFO Rob Hartman and Diane Mull, Executive Director of CIU Advancement. By Bob Holmes Lehigh Hanson, Inc, has
CIU Online ranked among the best for Christian colleges and universities
A new 2019 survey by College Consensus ranks Columbia International University among the 25 Best Christian Colleges and Universities for an online degree. CIU comes in at #15 in the nation with its combined 32 graduate and undergraduate online programs. College Consensus crunches the numbers by combining the results of
CIU professor named Outstanding Educator for environmental literacy
Dr. Lynn Hoekstra CIU Professor Dr. Lynn Hoekstra loves to inspire and equip future educators to teach their students with joy and creativity. It’s that kind of spirit and her desire to show children how to be good stewards of the earth that earned her the title of 2019 South
Live Your Life Offline
Live Your Life Offline – Mark Smith CIU As president of a university, I interact with teenage students on a regular basis. One thing that I have noticed that is concerning to me is the amount of time each day that is spent on their phones. Technology has provided us
Modern hi-tech press box is new addition to soccer field
The new press box overlooking Sessions Field includes a photo of Elizabeth Sessions from 2016 at the dedication of the field. A new 22-foot press box at Sessions Field will streamline sports information and game operation for CIU soccer. It features a climate-controlled space with high-speed internet, scoreboard control console,
2017 Alumnus of the Year: What does being a servant leader really mean?
Dr. Ralph Enlow Jr. What did Jesus really mean when he said in Mark 9:35, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, the servant of all?” How radical is the “all” in that statement? That’s the question posed to CIU’s 2017 Alumnus of the Year, Dr.
A summer of worldwide impact through athletics
The CIU volleyball team on their way to Spain (left to right: Emma Munday, Coach Amber Haver, Tyliahia Williams, Megan Lung, Ashley Evans, Graycie Michelson, Mary Hockenberry). Columbia International University softball, volleyball and women’s soccer made an impact with the message of Christ in three different parts of the world
CIU’s M.A. in Bible Exposition Ranks #1
Columbia International University’s Master of Arts in Bible Exposition is ranked the best in the nation for online ministry programs by BestColleges.com. The website’s rankings are grounded in statistical data that quantifies academic quality, affordability and online competency. CIU’s Master of Arts in Bible Exposition is designed for those with
This World Needs Transformation
This World Needs Transformation Mark Smith CIU During the last several months, I have been privileged to be involved in several sectors of our global world- economic development, church work, education and community development. In every corner, there seems to be confusion, hopelessness, and those who are searching for the
200 Columbia-Area youth hear the gospel at Hoop for Hope camp
Columbia-area youth take part in the Hoop for Hope camp. (Photos by Kierston Smith) CIU Rams learn to “coach” youth on basketball and life By Bob Holmes Columbia International University Assistant Athletics Director Kim Abbott says this was the plan for CIU athletics from Day 1. As Abbott stood on
Live Your Life Offline
Modern hi-tech press box is new addition to soccer field
A summer of worldwide impact through athletics
CIU’s M.A. in Bible Exposition Ranks #1
This World Needs Transformation
