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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.

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.

New Men’s Soccer Coach Calls Appointment “Lifelong Dream”
“It’s been a lifelong dream of mine to coach in an environment where the number one priority is to create and foster relationships to build the kingdom of Christ.” -Men’s Soccer Coach Anthony Gehman

Why Real Relationships Matter in Mental Health: Insights from CIU’s Dr. Seth Scott
Discover why authentic relationships, not social media, are essential to mental health, as CIU’s Dr. Seth Scott explains the role of real community in counseling and emotional well-being.

Celebrating CIU Graduates “Behind the Walls”
“They work with you, they make sure you get the education you need. They spend a lot of time helping us.” -CIU Prison Initiative graduate describing the CIU professors who teach at the prison.

To CIU Graduates: Choose Words Wisely
“Will your speech sound like the world’s?” Weaver asked adding, “Or like the King’s, full of grace and truth?”

Congrats to Coach Weiss!
Coach Katie Weiss was named the NCCAA Division 1 Women’s Volleyball National Coach of the Year.

Christmas on the Quad
It did seem as if time slowed in the middle of the celebrations, and the worries of finals seemed to be left behind for a while, regardless of whether the students realized it or not.

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

New Men’s Soccer Coach Calls Appointment “Lifelong Dream”


Celebrating CIU Graduates “Behind the Walls”

To CIU Graduates: Choose Words Wisely

Congrats to Coach Weiss!

Christmas on the Quad

Homecoming 2025 — a Look Back and a Look Ahead

Take a Journey “Into the Woods”

Women’s Volleyball Secures Major Conference Honors
