Columbia International University (CIU) News

History: First Intercollegiate Athlete Signs to Play for CIU Rams

bholmes — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:45:21 +0000

For the first time in 89 years, a high school athlete has committed to play a sport at Columbia International University. Soccer stand out Daniel Mallard of Greensboro, N.C. becomes the first intercollegiate athlete to commit to the CIU Rams, as the school fields its first teams in intercollegiate athletics this fall.

For CIU Student, Political Views Informed by Spiritual Beliefs

bholmes — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:32:36 +0000

Every four years, South Carolina makes national headlines as it hosts the First in the South, Republican Presidential Primary. News reporters from around the world converge on The Palmetto State to cover the candidates and find out what South Carolina voters are thinking. One of those voters who caught the attention of the media this year was Columbia International University student Matthew Saxon. Saxon, who also manages a Moe's restaurant in Columbia, took a break from making burritos to talk with reporters

Phase II Construction Begins at Pine View Apartments

bholmes — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 19:39:26 +0000

Construction of Phase II of Pine View Apartments at Columbia International University is underway. Workers and heavy equipment are now on site leveling the ground for approximately 100 more apartment homes featuring one-bedroom efficiencies, one- and two-bedroom apartments and a Community Center.

CIU Alumnus Lends Hand to Minority-Owned Businesses

bholmes — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:21:45 +0000

Columbia International University alumnus Garry James is the head of a new minority outreach program at the South Carolina Small Business Development Centers. James, who earned a Master of Divinity degree from CIU in 2001, credits his education at CIU and two other institutes of higher education in the Carolinas for preparing him to work with both secular and faith-based communities.

CIU Dedicates Renovated G. Allen Fleece Library

bholmes — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:34:36 +0000

By Jacob Given

CIU Student Writer

Just before graduation day in May 2010, CIU President Dr. Bill Jones prayed with the board of trustees that God would “strike a fire” under the graduates. The next morning he got a phone call that CIU’s G. Allen Fleece Library was on fire. The blaze, caused by an electrical problem, would cause $2.5 million in damages.

CIU to Dedicate Renovated G. Allen Fleece Library

bholmes — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:39:49 +0000

Columbia International University will dedicate the renovated G. Allen Fleece Library with a special ceremony on Jan. 24 at 11:30 a.m.

A devastating electrical fire on May 8, 2010 caused over $2.5 million in damages, mostly to the interior of the library, prompting CIU officials to not only make repairs, but to also make $1.3 million in renovations.

CIU Alumnus Specializing in Creative Business Solutions

bholmes — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:46:56 +0000

A 1996 graduate of Columbia International University is in the business of helping businesses succeed.

Jody Deming, who lives in the Upstate of South Carolina, founded Bottlecap Creative House with Kevin Keigley. Together they find ways for local businesses to succeed with through creative business solutions.

CIU Students “Occupy Fleece”

bholmes — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:42:56 +0000

You’ve heard of “Occupy Wall Street.” But you’ve probably never heard of “Occupy Fleece.”

It was more of a party, than a protest.

CIU Names New Registrar

bholmes — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:44:11 +0000

Columbia International University has announced the appointment of Jennifer L. Booth as university registrar. She begins her duties Feb. 1.

CIU Students to “Occupy Fleece”

bholmes — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:59:03 +0000

You’ve heard of “Occupy Wall Street.” But you’ve probably never heard of “Occupy Fleece.”

It’s more of a party, than a protest.