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CIU Alumna Elected President of Missiological Society
“I believe there is a real synergy between the work of CIU and the work of EMS, as is evidenced by the robust participation of CIU in EMS regional and annual meetings.” -Dr. Jessica Udall, President of EMS
Fiesta Time!
They enjoyed free food catered by Moe’s, and joined in a variety of fall festivities, including fellowship by a bonfire, making smore’s, pumpkin painting, pumpkin carving and henna.
Celebrating the Fine Arts at Coffee Haus
“I am very glad CIU has this event, because it allows us students to share our creative works with one another and rejoice in the talents God has given us.” – Caroline Birdsong
Christian Life Conference ’26 Featured Family Time
“The life Jesus lived then, lived now, by Him, through you.” -Pastor Doug Rutt
CIU’s Clinical Counseling Program Ranks as One of the Best
CIU’s “focus on cultivating a Kingdom impact by training disciples through biblical worldview immersion is known and celebrated.” -Dr. Seth Scott, Assistant Dean and Director of the CIU School of Counseling
A Calling to Counsel, Teach and Lead: Professor Nicole Kinney at CIU
Professor Nicole Kinney’s path from CIU’s M.A. in Clinical Counseling to its Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision has prepared her to counsel, teach, research and help develop the next generation of counselors.
Students Celebrate Evangelical Unity While Serving the Midlands
Shortess Chapel was crowded with students ready to serve their community and learn about evangelical unity at Columbia International University’s annual Evangelical Unity Week. Evangelical Unity is a CIU core value.
RAMServe Reflections — Hundreds of CIU students aid community
No foolin’! The calendar may have shown it was April 1, but over 300 Columbia International University students were not joking around on April Fools Day as they spanned out across the South Carolina Midlands for the fifth annual RAMServe community service day. The ram is the CIU mascot, but
Students Express Appreciation to Scholarship Donors
One-by-one 32 Columbia International University students took turns in thanking some of the people who make it possible for them and many of their classmates to attend CIU. It was the annual CIU Partner Appreciation lunch with the theme “Oh, Magnify the Lord with Me.” The students did just that
Exciting Opportunities Showcased at Spring Job Fair
By Shoshannah Crompton, CIU Student Writer Columbia International University’s Business and Career Development Center hosted a spring job fair that included representatives from over 35 businesses and ministries who connected with CIU students to fill full-time, part-time and internship positions. The event assists students in promoting themselves effectively as valuable
CIU Looks to Increase Undergraduate Biomedical Science Research
By Bob Holmes Columbia International University Biomedical Sciences major Kaitlyn McCormick is excited about doing medical research at the undergraduate level, giving her valuable experience as she eventually works toward a Ph.D. in biochemistry. McCormick is part of an upcoming eight-week summer research project designed to provide insight for treatment
Gallery Provides Opportunity for Students to Showcase and Sell Their Art
By Becca Kohlmyer, CIU Student Writer Adorned in black tuxedos and cocktail dresses, students browsed the rows of vendors at Columbia International University’s annual student art showcase “The Gallery.” It’s an opportunity to dress up and consider purchasing art made by their peers. Tables held brownies, cookies, and sparkling grape
CIU Talent on Display at AcoustaRockaRappaPalooza 2025
The 2025 AcoustaRockaRappaPalooza, referred to simply as “Acousta,” showcased the many musical talents in the Columbia International University student body. The show offers an opportunity for students to bring a variety of talents to the stage, but this year there was an abundance of musical performances.
CIU Alumnus is New Head of School at Ben Lippen
Dr. Ben Porter, a Columbia International University alumnus, is the new head of school at Ben Lippen, CIU’s Christian Pre-K to 12th grade college preparatory school in Columbia. Porter has devoted 23 years to education, with the past 15 years serving in various leadership roles at Ben Lippen School, including
From CIU to Global Impact: The Journey of Andreas and Marny Köstenberger
Columbia International University has long been a place where students not only receive a Christ-centered education but also build lifelong relationships that shape their future. For Dr. Andreas J. Köstenberger and his wife, Marny, CIU was not just an academic training ground — it was where their journey together began.
Focus on a Core Value: The Bible as our Ultimate Authority
By Shoshanna Crompton, CIU Student Writer “God is our authority, and He is the divine author of the Bible, therefore the Bible is our authority.” This statement was made by Columbia International University Professor Emeritus Dr. Bryan Beyer as the theme in his Chapel messages for 2025’s Authority of Scripture
Students Express Appreciation to Scholarship Donors
Exciting Opportunities Showcased at Spring Job Fair
CIU Talent on Display at AcoustaRockaRappaPalooza 2025
CIU Alumnus is New Head of School at Ben Lippen
