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Steve Auld Assistant Academic Dean Steve was born and reared in Columbia, S.C. He graduated from CIU and moved to North Carolina to teach Bible in a public school. He also taught Bible in public schools in Liberia, West Africa, where he served as a missionary with SIM. He met his wife in Liberia, and his first child was born there. After leaving Liberia, Steve worked as a headmaster of a school on the Eastern Shore of... |
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Steve Baarendse English Minor Program Coordinator Steve was born and raised in Austria, where his parents served as missionaries. Before joining CIU’s undergraduate faculty in 2001, he studied literature and art at Taylor University and Indiana University in the Midwest, and taught third culture kids at Black Forest Academy in Germany. Steve enjoys teaching, reading old books, helping to lead student tours to Europe, playing... |
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Mike Barnett Dean of the College of Intercultural Studies Dr. Barnett teaches courses on church planting movements, leadership and teams, creative access (business and missions), and the history of global Christianity. He and his wife, Cindy, enjoy spending time with seminary and university students. They are active members of Hill of the Lord University Church in Columbia. They enjoy gardening, snow skiing, hiking, mountain biking,... |
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Bryan E. Beyer Associate Provost and Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences Dr. Beyer came to CIU in 1985 to teach Bible. He served as undergraduate academic dean from 1994 - 2001; dean of students from 2001 - 2004; and faculty member in the Seminary & School of Ministry from 2004 - 2011, prior to assuming the current role as associate provost and dean of the College of Arts & Sciences . Dr. Beyer enjoys the outdoors, as well as... |
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Mark Bolte Director of M.A. in Clinical Counseling Program Mark Bolte Psy.D. is a full professor in the College of Counseling, and former Director of the MA Counseling Program. He teaches several of the core counseling courses in the areas of diagnosis, assessment, personal development and theory. He was raised in Binghamton New York and has lived most of his life along the east coast. Dr. Bolte has worked in the area of mental health... |
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David G. Cashin Intercultural Studies Professor Dr. Cashin is professor of intercultural studies at Columbia Biblical Seminary and School of Ministry. Dr. Cashin obtained his bachelor of arts degree in history from Gordon College and his master of arts and doctor of philosophy in indology from Stockholm University, Stockholm, Sweden. While in Sweden, Dr. Cashin served as pastor of two churches. He wrote and taught courses and seminars... |
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Carrie Caudill Psychology Professor Mrs. Caudill brings a family systems approach to Christian psychology in her teaching. Her heart's desire is to allow Christ to offer complete wholeness and healing to hurting people. In addition to teaching, she counsels at a local Christian private practice. Mrs. Caudill and her husband also facilitate a young adults group committed to seeking God. The following are her research... |
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Kim Chappell Education Professor Dr. Kim Chappell joined Columbia International University as a resident faculty member in 2010. She has been a teacher since 1988 and a teacher of teachers since 2005. Dr. Chappell taught 14 years in grades 1 through 8 in public schools across five states. In 2005, she moved to her "dream job," teaching in Christian higher education. Dr. Chappell desires to serve the Lord through... |
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Anita J. Cooper Bible Teaching Program Director, M.A. in Bible Teaching Program Director Dr. Cooper directs the Bible Teaching program, a program specifically designed to prepare students to teach the Bible in a school setting. Before coming to CIU, she taught Bible in the public schools in Tennessee and West Virginia in grades K-12. Since joining the CIU team in 1985, she has challenged her students to cultivate a passion for teaching the Bible for "heart and mind." She... |
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John Crutchfield Middle Eastern Studies Program Director John grew up in the suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio, and enjoys being outside in cold weather. As a kid in the |
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Daniel F. DeLozier Professional Studies Division Chair, Communication Program Director Dan's passion for "Communicating Christ Creatively" is seen in his life, ministry and family. As the chairman of the communication program, his desire is to incorporate technology into the communication process in such a way that it is not obtrusive or distracting from the message. Building on his past experience as the director of communication at Lancaster Bible College, and his... |
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Larry E. Dixon Dr. Larry Dixon, Ph.D., teaches systematic theology in the Seminary & School of Ministry. He came to Columbia in 1997 after serving as professor of biblical and theological studies at Providence College, Manitoba, Canada, for nine years. Before completing his bachelor’s degree, Dr. Dixon and his wife, Linda, went to Germany for short-term service with International Teams. He is the... |
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Stephen H. Farra Psychology Program Director Dr. Farra grew up in a missionary family before attending Wheaton College and Graduate School. At Wheaton, Dr. Farra met his wife Sharon. After graduating with his Master's degree, he taught psychology courses, coached cross-country, and served as the pastor of a small church in Minnesota while concurrently completing his Ph.D. at the University of Minnesota. He and his growing family... |
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Glenn Gentry General Education Division Chair, Humanities Program Director Espousing a life of faith and praxis, Glenn Gentry professes philosophy not merely as a profession, but also as a means of investing in the body of Christ and the Kingdom of God. As a four-year missionary in Botswana, Africa and a loving husband and father, Glenn believes that to serve Christ well in life requires the ability to engage with the world judiciously. To this end, he strives... |
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Karen Grant Youth Ministry Professor As long as Karen can remember she has wanted to minister to youth and young adults. God has been able to use this passion in a variety of settings including colleges, summer camps, church youth groups, and short-term mission experiences in South Africa, the Dominican Republic, and Honduras. Karen's hobbies include participating in and watching sporting events, gardening and dog obedience... |
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Donald L. Hamilton Director-Doctor of Ministry Program Dr. Don Hamilton specializes in preaching and has taught preaching, church polity, doctrine of the church, and worship. He is also the Doctor of Ministry Program Director for the seminary. His first book, Homiletical Handbook, was published in 1992 by Broadman and remains in print. A second book, Preaching with Balance: Achieving and Maintaining Biblical Priorities in... |
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John D. Harvey Dean of the Seminary and School of Ministry When John Harvey joined the SSM faculty in 1992, it marked the beginning of his formal teaching experience, but not the beginning of his connection with Columbia International University. After working for nine and a half years as an architect in Pennsylvania and North Carolina, he entered CIU's SSM in 1983 to begin work on a Master of Divinity degree. When he completed his studies in... |
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Leah Herod Director of Clinical Counseling Internship Sites Dr. Leah Herod loves chocolate, traveling, photography, and children. She earned her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Auburn University. From there, she opened a private practice in Alabama and specialized in behavioral disorders. After going on a short-term mission trip to Ethiopia, she decided to pursue missions more extensively. She has served in psychological, educational, and... |
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Richard J. Higgins Associate Dean for Ministry Skills Development Rick Higgins is the associate dean for ministry skills development and field education at Columbia Biblical Seminary & School of Ministry. Before assuming that position in 1996, he served Columbia International University as dean of married students from 1992-1996 and as university registrar from 1984-1992. From 1976 to 1981 Higgins was a naval flight officer, serving as a mission... |
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William Lindsay Hislop English Professor Lindsay Hislop was raised in southern Scotland and southern Ontario and now lives in the southern United States. He worked in the engineering field for 15 years (mostly in Canada) before pursuing an academic career. He serves as an elder in his church, where he teaches regularly and preaches sometimes. He is married to a wonderful wife Pam and has two terrific children, Holly, who lives... |
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L. Igou Hodges Dr. Igou Hodges, Ph.D., teaches systematic theology in the Seminary and School of Ministry. Dr. Hodges is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and the Society of Biblical Literature. He is an ordained teaching elder in the Presbyterian Church of America and often serves as stated pulpit supply in the churches of Palmetto Presbytery. Dr. Hodges’ special interest in different... |
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Don N. Howell, Jr. Don Howell and his wife Melissa served fifteen years (1979-94) in pioneer church planting and theological education in Japan with OMF International. He joined the Seminary faculty full time in 1995, first as Assistant Dean (1995-98), since then as full time teacher in New Testament studies. Since joining the faculty, Don has had short term opportunities to teach in Latin America, Eastern... |
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Terry C. Hulbert Distinguished Professor Emeritus, Interim President-1990 Dr. Terry Hulbert, Th.D., teaches Bible in the Seminary and School of Ministry. He came to CBS in 1972 as Dean, a position he held for sixteen years. He then served CIU as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs from 1988 until 1994. During the 1990-91 year he also served as Interim President. Following his retirement from administration in 1994, he returned to full... |
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Michael James Business & Organizational Leadership Program Director Mr. James is an Englishman who has spent nearly 30 years serving bi-vocationally in France. He has been active in church planting, but equally important, he has been a business executive with an international technology firm serving as chief financial officer, coordinator for acquisitions and mergers, and a host of other responsibilities. As a Cambridge graduate, he has taught business... |
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First Annual Discover CIU 5k and Fun Run
Saturday, February 4, 2012 at 3:30 PM
Come run or walk against local Columbia runners and enjoy the wonderful trails that CIU has to offer!
For more information and to register online CLICK HERE. Or to download the registration form CLICK HERE
30 Days of Prayer for Rams Athletics
As our hearts are focused on creating an athletics department which will glorify God, we desire that all at CIU are a part of the building of the program, starting with prayer. If you can or feel lead, please join us in prayer as we develop CIU Rams Athletics and dedicate our work to the Lord; asking for His guidance, direction and wisdom.
For more information please email jmills@ciu.edu
CLICK HERE to sign up for a time to pray!
History In The Making
We are embarking on one of the most exciting chapters in the history of CIU. For the first time in 89 years, CIU will field our first intercollegiate athletic teams in fall 2012. Why athletics at CIU? It fits with our purpose of educating people from a biblical worldview to impact the nations with the message of Christ. Imagine the outreach that student-athletes and coaches can have both at home and abroad using the platform of athletics to share the good news of Jesus Christ
Our Sports
Fall 2012 marks the beginning of an aggressive five-year plan introducing intercollegiate athletics at CIU.
Our League
CIU will compete in the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA), whose mission is to use athletic competition as an integral component of education, evangelism, and encouragement.
Our Mascot
The ram was chosen as the CIU mascot for its strength and its biblical significance. Not only are rams known as ferocious defenders of their territory and their flock, the ram is a symbol of God's provision - a foreshadowing of Christ's sacrifice on the cross.
Click here for more information on becoming a founding member of the CIU Rams Club!
Cheryl Guinther is the communications coordinator for the Alumni Ministries Office of Columbia International University. She serves alumni with genuine personal care and a professional approach developed over years as an executive administrative assistant and missionary. Cheryl worked over six years for a Christian financial management company providing client-care to seniors. As a missionary with Brethren in Christ World Missions in Zambia, Africa, Cheryl managed a mission guesthouse, served with a church team taking the “Jesus Film” to outlying villages, and started a “Reading Room” ministry to help street children return to school. For the last five years, she has been a mentor in the Missions Development Program for Brethren in Christ World Missions. Cheryl and her husband, Peter, moved to Columbia from Mechanicsburg, Penn. in August of 2010 so that Peter could complete his Master of Divinity degree at CIU. She enjoys reading, gardening, volunteering at a women’s shelter, and the close fellowship with her neighbors in the CIU Village.
Cheryl’s favorite Scripture verse is Romans 13:8.
Owe nothing to anyone except to love one another; for he who loves his neighbor has fulfilled the law.
