September 27, 2022
David Fincher describes five common reasons students give for not attending college and five reasons students give for not attending a Christian college. Each reason is followed by a thoughtful response that can be used to start a discussion with potential students.
October 29, 2019
Cincinnati Christian University will close its doors and stop offering classes after this semester. CCU, which was founded in 1924, announced the decision on its website Monday and also shared a letter with its 500-plus students advising them of the school’s desire to work with them to find new homes at accredited institutions. To that end, CCU’s board of trustees also announced a partnership with Central Christian College of the Bible, Moberly, Mo. Under the arrangement, CCCB is offering to continue providing accredited training to CCU ministry students in Cincinnati through establishment of a CCCB extension campus in the spring.
July 26, 2019
Cincinnati Christian University’s accrediting organization, the Higher Learning Commission, has issued a “Show-Cause Order” giving CCU one year to “demonstrate why its accreditation should not be withdrawn.” During the one-year period, which began June 27, credits and degrees earned at CCU will be fully accredited by HLC, though the accrediting body, in its order, cautioned that “all colleges and universities define their own transfer and admission guidelines” and advised current students of CCU to “contact any institution they plan to attend in the future” to better understand their institutional policies. According to a July 22 statement by CCU’s board of
February 3, 2014
By Paul Boatman Mike Kilgallin was called to the presidency of Crossroads College (formerly Minnesota Bible College) in 2008. He has previously served as a professor and preaching minister, and as a vice president working in commercial construction, banking, and church finance. He and his wife, Debbie, live near Rochester, Minnesota. I understand Crossroads College is in a crisis. That is fair to say. Our crisis is much like that of other Bible colleges, though perhaps more intense. It is financially driven. Let me give you some personal background. I”ve been associated with Bible colleges since 1975 when my
June 17, 2012
Dan Schantz recalls preaching his first sermon at age 15 and shares three ways congregations can encourage young preachers through opportunities, specific feedback, and gentle correction.
Gary Tiffin considers how Christian colleges can adapt to changing educational realities while remaining faithful to their founding mission, congregational ties, and ministry purpose.
November 19, 2010
Ron Holland introduces LivingStone International University in Uganda as a collaborative Christian higher education project focused on social justice, Restoration Movement unity, and preparing African leaders.
March 16, 2008
As Christian colleges and universities grow and adapt, issues like accreditation, accountability, and accessibility will shape how they prepare leaders for the church. John Derry outlines key factors for planning strategically and serving future generations well.
Download The Christian Standard’s two most recent Christian colleges charts (2006 and 2005). Note: a correction updates the April 23, 2006 chart to include complete accreditation details for Lincoln (Illinois) Christian College and Seminary.
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