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Getting the Gospel to Children Through Basketball
Hoops for Hope summer basketball camp is an evangelistic outreach to children from lower-income Columbia neighborhoods, hosted by the CIU Rams men’s and women’s basketball teams.
CIU Alumnus to Lead Mentoring Ministry
Christian Markle’s resume includes nearly a decade of leadership experience in serving marginalized communities and advancing mission-driven development.
Recognizing Academic Achievement with the Spring Semester Dean’s List
The honor goes to full-time undergraduate students who carry 12 credits or more, and complete the semester with a minimum of a 3.5 Grade Point Average (GPA).
CIU Alumnus is New President of C&MA, Succeeding Another CIU Alumnus
Dr. Johnathan Schaeffer follows Dr. John Stumbo as president of C&MA
CIU Graduate Advancing Vision for Christian Media Leadership
Dr. Michael Shelley is a longtime Christian broadcaster, executive vice president and general manager of NewLife Radio and an NRB board member.
CIU Students Dress for Success with Help from the Business and Career Development Center
Business-appropriate attire available for important job interviews
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
Recidivism in CIU’s Prison Initiative is Zero Percent!
Candidates for graduation listen to the speaker at a CIU Prison Initiative commencement. It’s true. Among graduates of Columbia International University’s Prison Initiative the recidivism rate is zero percent. That’s phenomenal when you consider that a recent report from the Bureau of Justice Statistics showed 68 percent of inmates released
CIU students ready to make an impact in government
CIU students pose on the steps of the U.S. Capitol. Trip to D.C. includes address from the president and vice president By Bob Holmes Nearly 50 Columbia International University students learned to make an impact in the Nation’s Capital, as well as at home at the Faith and Freedom Coalition’s
CIU students and alumni are changing the world
From the office of Dr. Mark Smith, CIU President Dear Friend, If you could look onto campus and see what I see – you’d see passionate students burning to take the message of Christ to the world; professors, coaches, staff – teaching, reaching, transforming lives. Thank you, thank you, thank
CIU Leadership Luncheon emphasizes leadership through humility
Former Krispy Kreme CEO James Morgan (Photos by Kierston Smith) Lessons from a former Krispy Kreme CEO By Bob Holmes Anne Marie Green was so excited about what she was hearing at the Columbia International University Leadership Luncheon that she tweeted it out right away: “Culture is the platform for
CIU Prison Initiative plays vital role in preventing inmate suicides
South Carolina inmates enrolled in the CIU Prison Initiative provide an important listening ear to fellow inmates on suicide watch. The student-inmates have become known as Health Companions who routinely check on their peers who are going through significant challenges and may be suicidal. That’s just one ministry of the
10 Great Reasons to earn your MBA online at CIU
Get your MBA fully online from Columbia International University Take it from a man with an extensive background in business and business education. There are at least 10 great reasons to earn your MBA online at Columbia International University. Dr. Thomas E. Griffin, the program director of CIU’s online business
Talented director to lead dynamic 100-voice choir
Bryce E. Thompson A new 100-voice Ambassador Choir is in development at Columbia International University led by a talented and experienced chorale director. Bryce Thompson comes to CIU from Lake Orion High School in Lake Orion, Michigan where he built a choir program that emphasizes music literacy and high-level musicianship.
CIU’s M.A. in Bible Exposition Ranks #1
This World Needs Transformation
CIU students ready to make an impact in government
CIU students and alumni are changing the world
10 Great Reasons to earn your MBA online at CIU
