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.
Printer-friendly versionThank you for your interest in Columbia International University. Our Admissions team is here to answer your questions and help you through the process of becoming a new CIU student. Feel free to contact an Admissions counselor directly through their profile below, or contact the main office at (800) 777-2227 ext. 5024.
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Dori Beach Assistant Director of Graduate and Seminary Admissions Hometown: Manheim, PA Degree: B.S. in Sociology, Charleston Southern University, M.A. in Pastoral Counseling, Columbia International University. Favorite movie quote: “I owned a farm in Africa…” from Out of Africa Coke or Pepsi: Caffeine free diet Coke Where I have traveled... Read More... |
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Jessica Buchanan Admissions Counselor Jessica works with students interested in the Master of Arts in Teaching in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, Master of Arts in Bible Teaching, Master of Education and Doctor of Education.
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Nicole Jones Admissions Counselor Nicole works with students interested in the Master of Arts in Counseling, Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), the Seminary certificates as well as with all international students. My Hometown: Smiths Station, AL Degree: B.S. in... Read More... |
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Alan Lovell Admissions Counselor Alan works with students interested in the Master of Arts, Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry programs in the Seminary and School of Missions. Hometown: Omro, WI Read More... |
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Jay Elkins Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions My Hometown: Rock Hill, SC Degree: B.S. in Psychology and Bible from CIU What is one of the greatest lesson you’ve learned at CIU? Too often we (Christ followers) turn cultural mandates into Biblical mandates. Studying God’s word and understanding context is extremely important to understand the... Read More... |
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Grace Johnson Office Manager Grace is often a first point of contact in the Office of Admissions. She will assist you with all of your general admissions questions. Hometown: Tigerville, SC Read More... |
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Sara Koshy Admissions Counselor Sara works with students interested in pursuing the Bible Certificate and Associate of Arts, as well as students interested in the following professional majors: Applied English, Communication, Psychology, Humanities, Family and Church Education, and minors in Teaching English as a Foreign Language, Digital Media and English. My Hometown: Roanoke, VA ...Read More... |
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James McCall Admissions Counselor James works with Undergraduate students undecided about a professional major and those interested in majors in Pastoral Ministries and Intercultural Studies, as well as those interested in minors in Teacher Education, International Community Development and Business and Organizational Leadership. Hometown: Deerfield Beach, FL Read More... |
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Wendell Murray Admissions Counselor Wendell works with high school concurrent students and Undergraduate students interested in the following professional majors: Youth, Family & Culture; Biblical Languages; General Studies; Middle Eastern Studies; Bible Teaching; Music; and the Philosophy minor. Hometown: Titusville, FL (By way of several other cities and states up the East coast) ... Read More... |
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Tina Tindle Campus Visit Coordinator Tina facilitates individual and group visits as well as coordinates Preview Days and Open Houses. Hometown:Taylorsville, KY Degree: Women’s Ministry Certificate from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Favorite movie quote: “There's nothing stronger than the heart of a volunteer”... Read More... |
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Tammy Turkett Office Manager Tammy is often a first point of contact in the Office of Admissions. She will assist you with all of your general admissions questions. Hometown:Bluefield, WV [I’m glad to be down south, because I’m not fond of snow!] Degree: J.D. Regent University School of Law; B.S. Management of Human Resources, Bluefield College ... Read More... |