Christmas on the Quad
Sip cocoa, decorate cookies, sing carols, and enjoy a cozy night of festive fun with your campus family—plus a special gift!
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The Student Life Department at Columbia International University is dedicated to helping students thrive outside the classroom. From residence life and student activities to counseling, health services, and spiritual growth opportunities, Student Life creates a Christ-centered community where students build friendships, develop leadership skills, and grow in faith. Our goal is to support the whole student—mind, body, and spirit—through every step of their CIU journey.
Sip cocoa, decorate cookies, sing carols, and enjoy a cozy night of festive fun with your campus family—plus a special gift!
Take a finals break with hot breakfast favorites and a build-your-own pancake bar, all starting at 9 PM in the Dining Hall.
The Book Eyed Peas book club meets every other Tuesday at 7 PM in The Hub. Current read: Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones. All CIU students are welcome.
Five rounds of high-energy Bingo with 70+ prizes. Bring your friends and your loudest “BINGO!”
Slurp and watch with hot ramen while watching a classic movie with friends. The perfect midweek reset—no stress, just noodles and nostalgia.
End finals week on a festive note with Christmas Karaoke. Grab the mic, sing holiday favorites, or just enjoy the festive vibes with friends.
New Student Orientation at Columbia International University is your official welcome to campus. Taking place January 9–10, this event helps new students connect, learn about campus life, and prepare for a successful start at CIU.
New spring students and commuters are invited to Move-In and Orientation on January 9 from 9–11 a.m. in the William H. Jones Center. Meet Student Life staff and prepare for an exciting new semester at CIU.
Welcome back to all our returning students! Your move-in date is January 11th starting at 2:00pm.
We're so excited to have everyone back! Join us January 11th at 9:00pm in Hoke Auditorium for our first All Res Meeting.
Welcome back! Let's start the semester off with a wonderful first chapel together! A time of worship, prayer, and encouragement.
Students will connect with upperclassmen and campus leaders to build community. Students on Residence Halls will be meeting with their RA. Students in Pine View will be meeting with RAs and student leaders. Commuting students will meet in Hoke Auditorium with Jen Johnson, Associate Dean of Student Life. All community groups will count as chapel credit.