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Forbes Advisor: CIU’s D.B.A. One of the Best in the United States
“CIU separates itself from the other top-ranked schools with its applied doctoral project experience, built-in hands-on training that starts early in the program. Learners also benefit from a low student-to-faculty ratio and personalized mentorship for one of the most immersive learning experiences available.” -Forbes Advisor
Biblical Counseling for Sports Gambling Addiction
“While sports betting and gambling is a root issue, it’s not going to be the problem that cause people to come to counseling. It’s the life falling apart all around that becomes the symptom that brings people in (for counseling.)” – Dr. Seth Scott
A Privilege to Invest in the Next Generation
Academically, I hoped students left equipped for professional success. Spiritually and personally, I hoped they left with deeper faith, stronger character, and a clearer sense of God’s calling on their lives.
Columbia TV Station Selects CIU Alumna Teacher of the Week
Sharon Hanna graduated from CIU in 1987 with a degree in Bible Teaching.
Spring Sports Bring National Champs, Top Honors
Cameron Montgomery led the field in the shot put at the NCCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships, winning the event with a throw of 17.00 meters.
Real Leadership Doesn’t Shout, It Serves, and It Loves – Spring Commencement
Holding up a towel, Dr. Dearborn reminded the graduates that in whatever field they entered, they were meant to represent Christ by serving in leadership. He used Jesus’ washing of the disciples feet in John 13 as the example of what Christian leadership is like. Dr. Dearborn stated that “serving others crushes pride.”
World Christian Week: Education Before Evangelization
October 30, 2024 By Shoshannah Crompton, CIU Student Writer Do your research before doing missions. That was the focus of the 2024 World Christian Week at Columbia International University, celebrating the CIU core value of World Evangelization. Canadian missionary Grant LeMarquand, an Anglican bishop who has planted churches in Africa,
A mandate to protect the environment
October 24, 2024 Columbia International University alumnus Dr. Tom Mullikin, chairman of the S.C. Floodwater Commission, told CIU students during the annual World Christian Week, “It’s crystal clear; the Lord made the Earth. Then He told us to work and keep the land.” Mullikin, who among other things, is a
CIU alumnus Brent McHugh: A mission leader in innovation and excellence
October 16, 2024 Congratulations to Columbia International University alumnus Brent McHugh who was awarded the 2024 eXcelerate Award from Missio Nexus for excellence in innovation and excellence. Missio Nexus represents over 53,000 staff members of organizations, churches and businesses engaged in the Great Commission. McHugh is the international director of
Rams volleyball drawing media attention with 19-1 season start
October 9, 2024 The winning ways of the No. 23-ranked CIU Rams volleyball team is getting attention these days. The Rams have a 15-game win streak and a record of 19-1 and 9-0 in the Appalachian Athletic Conference. The team has been the regular season conference champions three years in
CIU Security officer honored for “brave, valiant and heroic actions”
October 8, 2024 By Bob Holmes Columbia International University Security officer Xavier Holmes says he didn’t know why Security Chief Stephen Pearrow told him he needed to be at a CIU Chapel service at a time he was not scheduled to be on duty. He assumed there was going to
A Bridge of Hope – CIU alumni filling the need for counseling in rural SC
October 4, 2024 By Bob Holmes Pastor Steve McGee recalls how in an act of kindness, he allowed a man who was trying to overcome drug addiction to sleep in his church study. But after about nine months, McGee discovered the man had been cooking meth inside the church building
The Inspiring Career of Ismael Valverde Kardouchi
October 2, 2024 From Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to South Carolina Ismael Valverde Kardouchi was born in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, and from an early age showed a strong desire to excel, both academically and athletically. In 2017, he decided to take a brave leap and cross
CIU students “weather” Hurricane Helene with volunteerism, help from caring faculty/staff
October 2, 2024 By Bob Holmes By 7 a.m. on Friday morning Sept. 27, wind gusts in Columbia began howling at 70 miles per hour. That’s just below the official status of “hurricane force” winds. As trees fell on power lines, portions of greater Columbia were suddenly without electricity. That
Cook School of Business Offers Minors that Supplement most any Major
October 2, 2024 Over the last two years, the dean and faculty of the Cook School of Business have made a concerted effort to eliminate concentrations of study within the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree program and move to full-fledged minors that can be taken in concert with
Sport Management Alumni Spotlight: Milena Picciano
October 2, 2024 Milena Picciano is a ticket sales account executive with the Augusta Green Jackets minor league baseball team. Milena started as a game day intern with the team in 2021 working in various departments. She then joined the staff as a ticket and group sales intern in 2022,
World Christian Week: Education Before Evangelization
A mandate to protect the environment
Rams volleyball drawing media attention with 19-1 season start
The Inspiring Career of Ismael Valverde Kardouchi
