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The Retirement of Three Professors = 88 Years of Service
Dr. David Olshine, Dr. Rod Lewis and Dr. Ken Rife were honored by students, faculty and staff who came to say goodbye to the professors whose combined service to CIU equals 88 years.
Grateful Students Thank Scholarship Donors
Each of the students took turns at a microphone to offer their personal thanks to the donors and discussed their future after they graduate. One noted that “CIU has had a great impact on my spiritual growth.” Another who is headed to the mission field said, “thanks to all of you for what you have done to make our dreams and our passions come true.” A third student quoted Eph. 3:19 and said, “wherever I go, anywhere I am, I want others to know the love of Christ.”
CIU Celebrates Graduates with Two Ceremonies May 2
Columbia International University President Dr. Bill Jones and Provost Dr. James Lanpher will preside over two commencement ceremonies on Saturday May 2, conferring degrees on 429 graduates who have earned associate, bachelor, master’s and doctoral degrees.
Welcome to the Masquerade!
It was time for senioritis to be thrown out the window and replaced with recognition of the wonderful college friends who had been journeying together for years.
CIU Thespians Present “The Scarlet Pimpernel”
Intrigue, romance, and witty humor combine in this masterful family favorite!
CIU President Dr. Bill Jones Participates in SC Prayer Breakfast
“Laws will not change a state. Changed hearts change a state.” -Dr. Bill Jones
CIU Shows Appreciation to Local Business Leaders
“We model off of biblical principles. The partnership with CIU is definitely in line with our beliefs.” -Anthony Bryant, Grimaud Enterprises
CIU Student-Intern is Teacher of the Year!
“When students learn to listen, speak respectfully, and build on each other’s ideas, they don’t just grow academically — they grow as people.” -Elizabeth Jenkins
Alpha Weekend: Let the Games Begin!
Although every house wanted to win the games, the team building was the true victory.
Convocation: Seek God with all Your Heart
The president exhorted the students to seek God with all their hearts every day, minute and second.
Mastering the Midlands; Getting to know CIU President Bill Jones
“We want people to see the joy in following Christ.” -CIU President Dr. Bill Jones
CIU Celebrates Record Fall Enrollment Growth
“It’s encouraging to see more students joining us from across the world to pursue their calling through academic excellence, personal formation, mentorship and missional service.” -Dr. Jen Booth, CIU vice president for Enrollment Management
Experience Touted as Athletics Announces New Head Coaches
Experienced coaches to lead baseball, track and field, Esports, golf.
From Near and Far: Here They Are! Freshman Class Arrives on Campus as CIU Celebrates Record Enrollment
“I’m excited to learn more and grow in my faith at CIU.” -Reggie Linscott, freshman
“A Gift that Means Something”
Carolyn continues to regularly invest in CIU, which has produced Bible Teaching graduates on the college and graduate level for over 60 years.
Fully-Accredited Online Ph.D. Seminary Program Offers Several Advantages
“It is particularly attractive to men and women who have solid Bible and theology backgrounds and want to get started on their research early in their program rather than waiting to work through two years of courses.” -Dr. John Harvey, Ph.D. Program Director
CIU Shows Appreciation to Local Business Leaders
CIU Student-Intern is Teacher of the Year!
Alpha Weekend: Let the Games Begin!
Convocation: Seek God with all Your Heart
Mastering the Midlands; Getting to know CIU President Bill Jones
CIU Celebrates Record Fall Enrollment Growth
Experience Touted as Athletics Announces New Head Coaches
“A Gift that Means Something”
