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5 Reasons You Should Do a Social Media Fast
When our use of social media controls us instead of us controlling our use of social media, we become enslaved and our priorities distort to feed this new master. -Dr. Seth Scott
CIU Biology Degree: Where Faith Meets Scientific Discovery
Joshua Neath graduated from CIU in 2026 with a BS in Biology and a clear path to veterinary school. Learn how CIU’s biology program offers real research, hands-on internships, and a community that actually knows your name.
CIU’s PhD in Educational Leadership: Leading Across Cultures for God’s Kingdom
Dr. Michelle “Mikki” Schmidt spent 33 years as a missionary educator in West Africa before returning to CIU to earn her PhD in Educational Leadership. Here’s why she came back, and what the degree made possible.
CIU Assistant Athletic Director Honored
Gordie Frierson serves as the primary media contact for all Rams programs and has played a key role in increasing the department’s visibility at the local and national levels.
Intercultural Studies at CIU: From Ethiopia to the Ends of the Earth
While delivering one of Ethiopia’s most respected theological lecture series, CIU Dean Dr. Ed Smither reunited with alumni and students whose ministry leadership is helping bring Scripture to dozens of language communities across Africa.
PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision: Prepare to Teach, Lead, and Shape the Future of Counseling
Expand your impact through teaching, supervision, leadership, and research. CIU’s PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision helps experienced counselors prepare future professionals while advancing their own calling.
Sport Management: Dr. Whitaker’s Exciting Journey to Malta
August 8, 2024 Dr. James Whitaker, a distinguished professor in CIU’s Sport Management program, recently embarked on an inspiring journey to Malta, joining the Go Sport leadership team from North America. This trip wasn’t just another conference — it was a global gathering of sports ministry leaders from over 30
Student Internships in Business Administration
August 8, 2024 Over 30 Cook School of Business students served in internships around the world this past summer. Here’s what they’re saying about their experiences: “This internship has taught me so many hard and soft skills that I plan on taking with me into my future career. I have
Cook School of Business Student/Alumni Spotlight: The Ospina Brothers
August 8, 2024 We shine a spotlight on the remarkable journey of the Ospina brothers – Daniel, Juan, and David – who have left and continue to leave a mark on CIU and the business/sports world. Daniel Ospina Daniel first joined CIU in 2019, embarking on a path in Business
Introducing the Business and Career Development Center; New workshops and programs in Fall 2024
August 8, 2024 The CIU Cook School of Business launched the Business and Career Development Center (BCDC), a new initiative based on three pillars: entrepreneurship, employment and mentoring. The goal is to increase and expand access to high-quality training workshops and programs that will assist students, alumni, and the community
CIU Rams named Champions of Character
August 7, 2024 The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) named Columbia International University a Five-Star Champions of Character® Institution at the Gold Level. The Rams were among 107 NAIA institutions to achieve a perfect score of 100 for the 2023-2024 academic year. The Five-Star Champions of Character designation represents
Campus improvements enhance the student experience
July 31, 2024 The students have spoken, and the Columbia International University administration is listening. Because CIU is committed to enhancing the student experience, response to a recent student satisfaction survey has prompted a number of campus life improvements over the summer, some of which will be immediately noticed during
Five Reasons You Should Do a Social Media Fast
July 25, 2024 Ever consider fasting? Not from food, but from your favorite social media platforms? Columbia International University associate professor of clinical mental health counseling, Dr. Seth Scott writes that the emphasis for fasting from food is not necessarily because food is inherently harmful or bad, but because we
CIU Security taking measures to make campus roads safer
July 18, 2024 By Bob Holmes Columbia International University’s Security team has been busy this summer overseeing a number of improvements on the campus roads designed to make travel safer for both pedestrians and motorists. The most noticeable change is traffic calming devices that have been installed mainly on what
CIU welcomes a new dean of students
July 17, 2024 Columbia International University’s new dean of students comes with over two decades of experience in Christian education. Philip Ritchey has been serving in Christian education for 23 years, including six years as dean of students at Blue Mountain Christian University in northern Mississippi, and as a high
CIU alumnus presented with SC’s highest civilian honor
February 20, 2024 By Bob Holmes “I was flabbergasted … totally unprepared and unsuspecting.” That’s how Columbia International University alumnus Dr. Cecil Beach described his thoughts when South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette presented him with The Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor. It is presented in
Sport Management: Dr. Whitaker’s Exciting Journey to Malta
Student Internships in Business Administration
CIU Rams named Champions of Character
Campus improvements enhance the student experience
Five Reasons You Should Do a Social Media Fast
CIU Security taking measures to make campus roads safer
CIU welcomes a new dean of students
