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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.
Federal Student Loan Changes – July 2026
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act brings sweeping changes to federal student loans starting July 1, 2026. New borrowing caps, the elimination of Grad PLUS loans for most new borrowers, and a new repayment plan are among the most significant shifts in decades. CIU’s Financial Aid team is here to help you understand what this means for you.
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
Celebrating Evangelical Unity through testimony and worship
Rebekah Reinhard: “Fall into the arms of God.” (Photos by Nathaniel Rabon, CIU Student Photographer) By Ireland Kost CIU Student Writer No two stories were alike, though all were written by the same Author. A testimony and worship night, hosted by student-led club Fellowship of Christian Professionals, told of God’s
CIU Chaplaincy student commissioned into Navy during Chapel
Caleb McKillop takes the oath with the assistance of CIU Professor Dr. Mike Langston, a former Navy chaplain. (Photos by CIU Student Photographer Johnathan Rabon) By Ireland Kost CIU Student Writer Raising his right hand, Caleb McKillop, a Columbia International University chaplaincy student, was publicly commissioned into the U.S. Navy
Creativity and zany fun bring campus unity
The House of Veritas performs at the House Throwdown (Photos by Nathaniel Rabon) By Naomi Balk CIU Student Writer It’s one of the most unique events on the CIU campus. The House Throwdown begins a new school year of friendly competitions. On a Friday afternoon in the CIU Quad there
Dr. Smith’s Medical Announcement
CIU President Mark A Smith Medical Announcement Dear Team, When Debbie and I moved to CIU, God gave me the boldest vision I have ever proclaimed: dreams of a business as missions project for which we have raised 18 million, dreams of a medical missions program for which we have
CIU professor contributes to major denominational project
Dr. John Crutchfield (Photos by Kierston Smith) By Bob Holmes Columbia International University Professor Dr. John Crutchfield calls it “an act of worship to God and an act of love for His people.” Crutchfield, the CIU Middle Eastern Studies program director and a professor of Bible, is one of a
Dynamic speaker shares God’s love at Ladies Night Out
Susie Shellenberger speaks at CIU’s annual Christian Life Conference (Photos by Nathaniel Rabon) By Naomi Balk CIU Student Writer The women of CIU were reminded of the power of God’s love during a “Ladies Night Out” with author and speaker Susie Shellenberger. Shellenberger, who was also the speaker for CIU’s
CIU professor gives key address to missiologists
Dr. Michelle Raven Dr. Michelle Raven, director of the International Community Development and Disaster Relief/Emergency Management programs at Columbia International University, gave the opening plenary address to the 2019 Evangelical Missiological Society (EMS) annual meeting in Dallas on Sept. 13. Raven was also co-chair of the 2019 EMS with the
CIU Athletes recognized as Champions of Character
The CIU Rams not only play like champions, they are Five Star Champions of Character. The Rams earned the designation from The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). NAIA member schools earn points for the designation in a variety of ways. The most points are accumulated through character training and
CIU among the Best Regional Universities in the South
Joy Jones, Adrianna Rogers and Andrew McNeill at the new William H. Jones Global Business & IT Center. (Photos by Kierston Smith) The 2020 U.S. News & World Report rankings are out, and Columbia International University continues to be among the Best Regional Universities in the South, ahead of nine
CIU Prison Initiative Credited for Suicide Prevention
Prison Initiative students at commencement exercises inside Kirkland Correctional Institution. The week of Sept. 8 is Suicide Prevention Week and a Columbia International University program that serves behind the walls of the South Carolina Department of Corrections is credited for preventing suicide among inmates. The CIU Prison Initiative graduates about
Celebrating Evangelical Unity through testimony and worship
CIU Chaplaincy student commissioned into Navy during Chapel
Creativity and zany fun bring campus unity
Dr. Smith’s Medical Announcement
CIU professor contributes to major denominational project
Dynamic speaker shares God’s love at Ladies Night Out
CIU professor gives key address to missiologists
CIU Athletes recognized as Champions of Character
CIU among the Best Regional Universities in the South
