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The Last 24 Hours of Jesus
True courage is often misunderstood as aggression or dominance. But in Jesus’ final hours, courage looked like restraint. It looked like standing firm when every instinct might urge retreat. It was the courage to endure injustice without becoming unjust.

What Is a Missiological Reading of the Bible? Dr. Trevor Castor Explains
What does it mean to read the Bible missiologically? In this conversation with CIU faculty member Dr. Trevor Castor, discover how Scripture reveals God’s mission from Genesis to Revelation and why that perspective reshapes how Christians understand familiar biblical stories.

Students “Pie a Prof,” Support Pro-Life Cause
“The event was a lot of fun and will make a huge impact by providing supplies for new mothers.” -Rams for Life Vice President Braxton Claypool

Student-Employer Engagement at the Spring Job Fair
“We try to organize them by major, so that we have employers for education, nursing, business, and more.” – Charles Chen of CIU’s Business and Career Development Center (BCDC)

Acousta 2026!
Suits and sparkling dresses replaced the typical student garb, foreshadowing the wonderful performances to come from CIU’s very own student body.

Why Transfer to CIU? A Transfer-Friendly Christian University in South Carolina
Transferring colleges doesn’t have to mean starting over. Discover how Columbia International University helps students keep their credits, find their purpose and finish strong in a Christ-centered community.

Recognizing Academic Achievement with the Spring Semester Dean’s List
The honor goes to full-time undergraduate students who carry 12 credits or more, and complete the semester with a minimum of a 3.5 Grade Point Average (GPA).

CIU Alumnus is New President of C&MA, Succeeding Another CIU Alumnus
Dr. Johnathan Schaeffer follows Dr. John Stumbo as president of C&MA

CIU Graduate Advancing Vision for Christian Media Leadership
Dr. Michael Shelley is a longtime Christian broadcaster, executive vice president and general manager of NewLife Radio and an NRB board member.

CIU Students Dress for Success with Help from the Business and Career Development Center
Business-appropriate attire available for important job interviews

Deandre Leith adds to CIU legacy with more NCCAA championships
Senior takes first place in Discus and Shot Put

CIU’s Third President Remembered with Commencement Robe
Robertson McQuilkin had a positive impact on stepdaughter

Exciting Firsts and a Farewell at CIU’s May Commencement
Graduates celebrate firsts while CIU says farewell to Vice President

Remembering CIU’s Fourth President, Dr. Johnny Miller
Dr. Johnny Miller passed away on Easter Sunday April 20 at age 81

Prepare to be a SC Principal with CIU’s Master of Education in Educational Leadership
Advance in your education career with a Master of Education from CIU!

Three CIU Rams are Individual Conference Track and Field Champs!
Meet the CIU AAC Track and Field Champs!