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Homecoming 2025 — a Look Back and a Look Ahead
“Meet everyone you can, they might become the friends you have all throughout your life.” -Advice to current students from Ronny Wilson, Class of ’85
Take a Journey “Into the Woods”
The audience is guaranteed to be shocked and delighted by the lively characters, winding story, and memorable songs.
Women’s Volleyball Secures Major Conference Honors
The Rams finish the season with a 21-6 regular record and an AAC best 17-2 conference record.
CIU Making Headlines: Increasing Enrollment Means More Plans for Student Housing
“After we begin the first apartment building, we begin work on a $22 million, 47,000 square foot science building.” -CIU President Dr. Bill Jones
CIU Biomedical Sciences Program Awarded NIH Grant Supplement
“This supplemental grant will allow us to purchase state-of-the-art research equipment that enhances both our research capabilities and the educational experience of our students pursuing careers in medicine and biomedical research.” -Dr. David DeWitt, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences
CIU Doctor of Business Administration Ranked #3 in Nation by Forbes
Forbes ranked CIU #3 because instead of a dissertation, D.B.A. students participate in a mentorship program that provides individualized guidance and career advice.
Modern hi-tech press box is new addition to soccer field
The new press box overlooking Sessions Field includes a photo of Elizabeth Sessions from 2016 at the dedication of the field. A new 22-foot press box at Sessions Field will streamline sports information and game operation for CIU soccer. It features a climate-controlled space with high-speed internet, scoreboard control console,
2017 Alumnus of the Year: What does being a servant leader really mean?
Dr. Ralph Enlow Jr. What did Jesus really mean when he said in Mark 9:35, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, the servant of all?” How radical is the “all” in that statement? That’s the question posed to CIU’s 2017 Alumnus of the Year, Dr.
A summer of worldwide impact through athletics
The CIU volleyball team on their way to Spain (left to right: Emma Munday, Coach Amber Haver, Tyliahia Williams, Megan Lung, Ashley Evans, Graycie Michelson, Mary Hockenberry). Columbia International University softball, volleyball and women’s soccer made an impact with the message of Christ in three different parts of the world
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
Modern hi-tech press box is new addition to soccer field
A summer of worldwide impact through athletics
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
