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Phone (803) 807-5234
Email studentlife@ciu.edu
Website https://ciu.edu/studentlife/

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.

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  • December 2025

  • Sun 7
    Three students drink hot chocolate during Christmas on the Quad

    Christmas on the Quad

    December 7, 2025 • 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    The Quad

    Sip cocoa, decorate cookies, sing carols, and enjoy a cozy night of festive fun with your campus family—plus a special gift!

  • Mon 8

    Finals Week Study Break: Late Night Breakfast

    December 8, 2025 • 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Finals Week Study Break-Late Night Breakfast
    Dining Hall

    Take a finals break with hot breakfast favorites and a build-your-own pancake bar, all starting at 9 PM in the Dining Hall.

  • Tue 9

    Book Eyed Peas Book Club – “Howl’s Moving Castle”

    December 9, 2025 • 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Book Eyed Peas Book Club – “Howl’s Moving Castle”
    G. Allen Fleece Library 7435 Monticello Rd, Columbia, SC

    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.

  • Tue 9

    Finals Week Study Break: Bingo Night

    December 9, 2025 • 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Finals Week Study Break-Bingo Night
    Hoke Auditorium

    Five rounds of high-energy Bingo with 70+ prizes. Bring your friends and your loudest “BINGO!”

  • Wed 10

    Finals Week Study Break: Ramen & Movie Night

    December 10, 2025 • 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
    Hoke Auditorium

    Slurp and watch with hot ramen while watching a classic movie with friends. The perfect midweek reset—no stress, just noodles and nostalgia.

  • Thu 11

    Finals Week Study Break: Christmas Karaoke

    December 11, 2025 • 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    C23 Game Room

    End finals week on a festive note with Christmas Karaoke. Grab the mic, sing holiday favorites, or just enjoy the festive vibes with friends.

  • January 2026

  • Fri 9

    New Student Orientation

    January 9 - January 10

    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.

  • Fri 9

    New Student Move-In & Orientation

    January 9 • 9:00 am - 11:00 am
    William H. Jones Center

    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.

  • Sun 11

    Returning Students Move-In

    January 11 • 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Welcome back to all our returning students! Your move-in date is January 11th starting at 2:00pm.

  • Sun 11

    All Residents Meeting

    January 11 • 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Hoke Auditorium

    We're so excited to have everyone back! Join us January 11th at 9:00pm in Hoke Auditorium for our first All Res Meeting.

  • Tue 13

    Chapel: Welcome Chapel

    January 13 • 11:00 am - 11:45 am
    Shortess Chapel

    Welcome back! Let's start the semester off with a wonderful first chapel together! A time of worship, prayer, and encouragement.

  • Wed 14

    Community Group

    January 14 • 11:00 am - 11:45 am Community Group
    All Campus

    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.

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