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Celebrating the Fine Arts at Coffee Haus
“I am very glad CIU has this event, because it allows us students to share our creative works with one another and rejoice in the talents God has given us.” – Caroline Birdsong

Christian Life Conference ’26 Featured Family Time
“The life Jesus lived then, lived now, by Him, through you.” -Pastor Doug Rutt

CIU’s Clinical Counseling Program Ranks as One of the Best
CIU’s “focus on cultivating a Kingdom impact by training disciples through biblical worldview immersion is known and celebrated.” -Dr. Seth Scott, Assistant Dean and Director of the CIU School of Counseling

A Calling to Counsel, Teach and Lead: Professor Nicole Kinney at CIU
Professor Nicole Kinney’s path from CIU’s M.A. in Clinical Counseling to its Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision has prepared her to counsel, teach, research and help develop the next generation of counselors.

CIU’s PhD in Organizational Leadership: A Columbia Leader’s Journey
Dr. Tracy Miller grew up minutes from CIU. Years later, she returned to pursue a doctorate that strengthened her leadership, deepened her faith, and opened unexpected doors.

Chaplaincy Professor Discusses Concern for Canadian Colleagues
“Many times I’ll pray in the name of Christ my Lord or in the name of Jesus … which is a very Christocentric prayer. No one has ever challenged me.” -Dr. Mike Langston

Start College Early: How CIU’s Dual Enrollment Program Gives High School Students a Head Start
High school students don’t have to wait to begin college. CIU’s dual enrollment program allows motivated students to earn transferable college credit early while learning in a Christ-centered academic environment.

CIU Alumnus: Environmental Care is Biblical
Protecting the Lord’s garden is an act of worship. It honors the creator, serves our neighbors, and anticipates the day when God will make all things new. -Dr. Tom Mullikin

CIU Throwers are National Champs
Cameron Montgomery was also named NCCAA Men’s Indoor Field Athlete of the Meet.

Top Achievers Recognized on the Fall Semester Dean’s List
Be sure to congratulate those you know and offer up prayers of thanks for the professors and other mentors at CIU who assisted these students.

Honoring Black History Month in “The Third Space”
“Getting over ethnic division starts with the cross.” -Dr. Jeff Philpott

CIU Launches New Chi Sigma Iota Chapter to Elevate Counseling Students’ Professional Growth
CIU launches a Chi Sigma Iota chapter to provide counseling students with new opportunities for leadership, networking and professional development.

Hospitality as Mission: How Making Room for Others Advances the Gospel
Hospitality is more than kindness, it’s central to God’s mission. In a conversation with CIU’s Dr. Edward Smither, discover how biblical hospitality shapes global missions, intercultural engagement and the calling of students preparing to serve across cultures.

Campus Unity Amid Competition at the House Throwdown
The annual House Throwdown is one of the most anticipated events of the House Collective, a year-long competition between the seven residential houses vying for the coveted House Cup.

God’s Mission, Our Calling: Dr. Victor Cuartas on the Great Commission and Intercultural Ministry
What is the mission of God, and who is called to take part? In this faculty conversation, Dr. Victor Cuartas explores the Great Commission, evangelical unity, and how CIU’s School of Missions & Intercultural Ministry prepares students for global impact.

CIU Students for Life Take Part in Annual March
“I hope to share the truth about abortion and life at conception with my peers.” -CIU Students for Life President Jen Mynhier


CIU Alumnus: Environmental Care is Biblical

CIU Throwers are National Champs

Top Achievers Recognized on the Fall Semester Dean’s List

Honoring Black History Month in “The Third Space”



Campus Unity Amid Competition at the House Throwdown

