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17| COLUMBIA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

2016-2017 COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

FROM THE DESK OF THE DEAN…

Greetings from the College of Arts and Sciences at Columbia International University! I would

like to take a few minutes to introduce you to who we are and what we do. The College of Arts

and Sciences’ purpose is to educate students for life and service through biblical, liberal arts,

and professional studies. Let me unpack that a bit:

Biblical Studies:

All our bachelor’s students major

in Bible as well as their program of choice. The 30

semester hours of Bible and theology help students

develop a biblical paradigm for life, whatever their

chosen ministry or vocation. But that is not all!

Faculty in every program teach their courses from a

biblical perspective. They have thought through how

the Scriptures influence their professional disciplines

and will assist you in developing your own thinking.

Liberal Arts Studies:

All of our students take a core

of liberal arts courses. Some of these courses are

part of the general education core common to all

students. A wide range of other courses are also

available to choose from and some of our majors

focus directly on those content areas. In many cases, students choose an emphasis that is a

solid foundation for life and perhaps graduate studies.

Professional Studies:

Our students serve God in some way following graduation from CIU.

Will that be in a cross-cultural context, a local church context, or the marketplace? It is important

that we follow God’s call wherever He calls us and whatever He calls us to do. Perhaps one of

our professional programs will prepare you to pursue that calling.

Every CIU program will challenge you to grow biblically, intellectually, and spiritually as you

develop the skills you need to serve in today’s world. We offer a Bible Certificate and Associate

of Arts degree as well as the Bachelor of Arts/Science degree with the following majors and

minors:

Bible Teaching

Business & Organizational Leadership

Communication

Digital Media & Cinema

English

General Studies

Humanities

Media Arts

Middle Eastern Studies

Music

Philosophy

Psychology

Sport Management

Writing (minor only)

May the Lord guide you in your decision and may you find the grace to pursue His calling,

whatever it is and wherever it takes you.

Yours in Christ,

Bryan Beyer, Ph.D.

Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences