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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.
An “Excellent” Teacher: Dr. Sandra Young earns award
Dr. Sandra Young Columbia International University English professor Dr. Sandra Young is among the best in South Carolina. Young is CIU’s 2019 recipient of the Excellence in Teaching Award presented each year by South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU). Young serves as Chair of CIU’s Liberal Arts division as
Full-Tuition Lausanne Scholar is from Ethiopia
Mehari Korcho (photo provided) By Bob Holmes The 2019 recipient of a full-tuition Columbia International University scholarship desires to mobilize and equip diaspora churches in America so they can increase their engagement in the mission of God beyond their own community. Mehari Korcho is an immigrant from Ethiopia who came
Local celebrities, dignitaries join other CIU supporters for day of golf
The winning foursome included two members of the CIU golf team: Kyle Olenchuk and Jordan Hinson in the CIU polo shirts. Joining them were Joshua Lusk and George Lusk. (Photos by Kierston Smith) By Bob Holmes As Columbia International University President Dr. Mark Smith finished an opening prayer at the
Former Congresswoman Michele Bachmann fires up CIU graduates: “You are God’s handiwork!”
Former Minnesota Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (Photos by Ben Rutkowski) By Naomi Balk CIU Student Writer “Commencement is my favorite day of the year,” said CIU President Dr. Mark Smith as he introduced former Minnesota Congresswoman Michele Bachmann as the CIU commencement speaker to the Class of 2019. Bachmann delivered a
CIU Dining Hall under renovation; delicious menu expansion coming this fall
Renovation of the Dining Hall in the Rossi Student Center is underway. By Bob Holmes A $4 million renovation of the Columbia International University Dining Hall is underway that will feature a traditional serving line plus, a multi-station elliptical, expanding nutritional options to meet the diverse culinary needs of local
Intercultural Studies students minister in the neighborhood
Michelle Raven, PhD International Community Development Program Director By Naomi Balk CIU Student Writer “Education really happens when students are on the field,” said Dr. Ed Smither, dean of CIU’s College of Intercultural Studies (ICS), as he introduced ICS students who have ministered locally over the past school year. These
CIU students excited to meet their scholarship donors
CIU students (left to right) Joseph Knight, Romulo Barreto and Thomas Izaguirre meet scholarship donor H.L. Allen.CIU students excited to meet their scholarship donors Annual luncheon brings students and donors face-to-face By Bob Holmes David Wolff calls it “one of the highlight days” of his year. Wolff and his wife
President Mark Smith announces major expansion of CIU music department and creation of 100 voice CIU choir – thanks to generous gift!
Exciting News! Greetings CIU Alumni, Over the last year Dr. Lanpher, Dr. Beyer, and I have been evaluating places where we can see increases in quality, in enrollment, and in spiritual impact for CIU. One area that we identified to focus on is the area of our Music department. We
News Conference: Partnership with neighborhoods to spur economic development
CIU President Dr. Mark Smith addresses news conference. (See entire news conference on CIU’s Facebook page.) A partnership between Columbia International University and neighborhood leaders in North Columbia has reached a milestone that will transform blighted, crime-attracting properties on Monticello Road into commercially viable properties that will enhance the area’s
CIU president exhorts students to lead with courage
CIU President Dr. Mark Smith chats with students at a spring semester welcome event. (Photo by Kierston Smith) By Naomi Balk CIU Student Writer Columbia International University President Dr. Mark Smith welcomed the student body back this semester with the challenge to be leaders. “God’s calling you to be the
An “Excellent” Teacher: Dr. Sandra Young earns award
Full-Tuition Lausanne Scholar is from Ethiopia
Intercultural Studies students minister in the neighborhood
CIU students excited to meet their scholarship donors
