Conferences

The Conference Services Department of Columbia International University assists churches and other organizations by providing campus facilities and services for conferences, youth camps, and meetings which are for a religious, educational, or community purpose. CIU has a reputation for offering attractive facilities, exceptional dining, and affordable rates with a strong focus on service.

Whether you're planning a church conference, a youth camp, a banquet, or a meeting - the campus of Columbia International University may be the perfect place to host your event!

Click here to request more information on CIU Conference Services.

A Comfortable Setting…

Beautiful 400 acre wooded campus - overlooking the Broad River - with walking trails, lakes, and attractive places for quietude and reflection.
Variety of recreational opportunities available on campus.
Residence halls for housing, all with attractive lobbies and air-conditioned rooms with a sink and phone access in each room.
Laundry facilities in housing areas.
Access to technology with e-mail, internet, and fax capabilities.

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With Practical Services…

An experienced one-stop-shop for your planning and support service needs, with a professional and caring staff ready to help make your event exactly the way you want it.
Flexible facilities suitable for a wide variety of purposes. These include conference rooms and classrooms with available seating from 10 to 100, as well as three auditoriums seating 200, 500, and 880.
Dining Hall offering exceptional meals at affordable prices. While normally served cafeteria style, other options such as banquets, cookouts, and coffee breaks are available upon arrangement.
Easy walking distance to all meeting areas, classrooms, and dining facilities.
Media services department professionally staffed and equipped to handle a wide range of audio/visual requests.
24-hour security and on-call service for emergencies.
Free parking.

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In A Convenient Location…

Only eight miles from historic downtown Columbia with its attractive parks and museums.
Twenty minute drive to airport, major shopping areas, and the popular Riverbanks Zoo.
Quick drive to major cities -- 1.5 hours to Charlotte, 2 hours to Charleston or Greenville, 4 hours to Atlanta.

At A Christian Institution…

Columbia International University (CIU) is a multi-denominational, evangelical institution that is dedicated to "Preparing World Christians To Know Christ and To Make Him Known."
Since the school began in 1923 (formerly known as Columbia Bible College), CIU has trained more than 10,000 students and equipped alumni to serve in over 80 countries throughout the world. CIU places special emphasis on the authority of the Scriptures, victorious Christian living, and worldwide evangelism.
Included in the ministries of Columbia International University are the Bible College, Graduate School, Columbia Biblical Seminary and School of Missions, Ben Lippen School (Grades K-4 through 12), and radio stations WMHK in Columbia, SC and WRCM in Charlotte, NC.
For more information about CIU, click here.

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