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2012-2013 Seminary Programs Academic Catalog
ral team sports and fitness and nutritional infor-
mation are available to assist students in achiev-
ing and maintaining a viable fitness program.
career services
The Career Services Office provides a range of
services to assist students with their career and
employment needs. The office maintains a pass-
word-protected job database with current listings
for on- and off-campus jobs. There are usually
numerous campus jobs available in various
departments, some requiring little or no experi-
ence and some needing more skill and ability.
Part-time and full-time off-campus positions are
available in churches, educational institutions,
mission agencies, parachurch organizations and
the marketplace, locally, nationally and worldwide.
Through personalized assistance, students
receive guidance in conducting a job search, self-
assessment, resume and cover letter writing and
interviewing.
In addition to the services listed above, career
counseling and help with the placement process
also occur in a variety of settings and activities on
campus, particularly through academic advising,
program specific courses, ministry skills/intern-
ships and chapels. Representatives and recruiters
from Christian organizations such as churches,
denominational agencies, mission organizations
and educational institutions are on campus
recruiting personnel on a regular basis throughout
the school year.
Most CIU students find employment in their cho-
sen field within a year after graduation. Students
should maintain close contacts with their denomi-
nations and local churches and gain experience
that will help them achieve their vocational goals.
Students should make use of their entire academ-
ic career to investigate organizations, institutions
and agencies that interest them.
chaplain services
Many CIU students grow through discussing life
issues with Student Life personnel and other fac-
ulty. Non-clinical counseling encourages students
in their relationships with God and others, in bibli-
cal self-image and in handling the challenges of
life, community and ministry. Referrals to on-cam-
pus licensed professionals or other licensed thera-
pists in the Columbia area are available upon
request.
food services
Food service at CIU is provided through a con-
tract with Pioneer College Caterers, Inc. Pioneer
offers on-campus students a choice of six meal
plan options. Various plans are available during
Summer Studies sessions. Off-campus students
and guests may purchase meals during regular
academic terms.
grad Life council (gLc)
GLC, a student organization, initiates and coordi-
nates programs and activities designed to maxi-
mize the spiritual, social and physical benefits of
all graduate students. Each elected member
bears responsibility for leading in a designated
area and for facilitating communication between
students and faculty.
health services
CIU provides an on-campus clinic staffed by a
registered nurse and a visiting physician for the
health care needs of students. Students are
responsible for the cost of medicines, physician’s
fees, testing procedures and hospital charges. All
students must carry hospital and medical insur-
ance. A group insurance plan is required of stu-
dents not covered by another medical plan.
housing
On-campus housing for single students is avail-
able in the residence halls on a limited basis, and
housing for both married and single students is
available in the Pine View Apartments. The CIU
Village, located on CIU property, is a mobile home
park for married students and families.
The Pine View Apartments can be leased by mar-
ried students and by single students who are
older than 23. One-, two-, and three-bedroom
apartments feature full-size appliances, high-
speed Internet and basic cable. Each bedroom
has a private bathroom and closet. Residents may
choose to rent a full apartment or to share an
apartment with roommates. Students who share
an apartment are responsible for their own rent
but are not responsible to find roommates. Rent is
due on the first of the month, and financial aid is