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Hello CIU! Move-In Day!
“The campus is lovely, and the people here are so inviting.” – Scarlette Hickson, freshman
Increasing Enrollment Leads to Groundbreaking Ceremony at CIU
Increased living space is needed as CIU is welcoming its largest incoming class for the 2026-2027 school year.
Mentoring the Vulnerable: CIU Alumnus Leads Ezekiel Ministries
By Sandra Archer Young It was damp and overcast outside, but inside the large block building annexed to Grace Church in Columbia, South Carolina, one could hear children racing through the hallways, laughing and giggling as staff members prepared
CIU’s B.S. in Marketing: Strategy, Creativity, & Purpose
Prepare for a career in marketing with CIU’s Bachelor of Science in Marketing. Learn branding, digital marketing, AI, consumer behavior, and business strategy while developing Christ-centered leadership.
Looking Back on a Life of “Kairos” Moments
By Robbie McAlister, CIU Alumni It All Began With a Chat With a Neighbor. Back in the 1980s, Robbie McAlister told his next door neighbor that he wanted to plant a church. “What kind of training have you had?” the
Change Coming to CIU’s Top Academic Position
“He is not merely filling a position; he is helping us fulfill our vision for the future.” -President Dr. Bill Jones
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.
Harvard-Trained Geneticist Joins CIU as First Visiting Research Professor
CIU appoints Dr. Nathaniel Jeanson as its inaugural Visiting Research Professor, strengthening opportunities in science, nursing, and healthcare education.
Shooting Hoops; Bringing Hope
“We’re just trying to love on them … but ultimately showing the love of Christ.” -CIU Men’s Head Basketball Coach Tony Stockman
CIU Launches New Doctor of Global Leadership Degree for Mission and Ministry Leaders
Columbia International University will launch a new Doctor of Global Leadership degree in Fall 2026. The fully online doctoral program equips mission and ministry leaders to lead multicultural teams and global organizations with biblical wisdom and strategic leadership.
Finish the Degree You Started: Flexible Online Programs for Adult Transfer Students
CIU helps adult transfer students finish their degree online with flexible programs, scholarships, and multiple start dates.
5 Reasons You Should Do a Social Media Fast
CIU Assistant Athletic Director Honored
Shooting Hoops; Bringing Hope
