The Institute for GOD partners with The Arts at Center Street to bring students into a full theatre production, equipping them with professional experience, creative collaboration, and real-world performance opportunities.

The Institute for GOD welcomes a new Chief Financial Officer whose extensive experience in financial management and organizational leadership will strengthen stewardship, support student affordability, and advance the mission of the institution.

Professor Brynn Buchanan reflects on the burial of Jesus and the place we make for him in our lives.

A response to allegations involving a former leader, explaining steps toward accountability and calling for dignity and accuracy in public discussion about our community.

A GRACE Investigation Update, issued March 13, 2026.

As students navigated a season of change, First Aid Arts was offered as a free resource—helping them build practical skills for emotional regulation and care for the mind alongside their faith.

An update regarding a lawsuit concerning our former president.

The Institute’s Board of Directors have authorized an independent, third-party investigation through GRACE (Godly Response to Abuse in the Christian Environment). Read more about this decision in this post.

An update regarding the resignation of Gregg Garner.

In this blog, Summer Intern Kaiden reflects on a day of service at St. John’s Primary School in Bombo, Uganda. From teaching lessons to sharing songs and skits, Kaiden was struck most by the children’s joy, eagerness to learn, and deep spiritual richness—a reminder that while the world may call them poor, they are rich in spirit.

Professor Benjamin Reese explains how Gen Z students can use AI responsibly in college. Learn 7 rules of thumb for academic integrity, creativity, and faith.

Institute for GOD staff and medical professionals discuss health, sickness, and self-diagnosis—balancing resilience, rest, and responsibility in college life.

Welcome Week at the Institute for GOD is one of the most exciting times of the year—a chance for new students to discover campus life, build friendships, and step into a season of growth. To give you an inside look, three of our current students share their own experiences, memories, and highlights from this special week. Their stories capture the energy, community, and heart that make Welcome Week unforgettable.

90% of Gen Z feels anxious about making phone calls. Learn practical tips for booking doctor, dentist, and other appointments with confidence in college.

The Institute for GOD has been accepted as a member of the NCCAA and will launch Men’s Soccer and Women’s Volleyball in Fall 2025. Learn how this partnership supports the Institute’s mission to develop Christ-centered student-athletes.

A professor from The Institute for GOD reflects on how years of working in CASE youth programs equipped him to help local leaders in El Salvador engage students who are often tired, discouraged, or disconnected from learning—and how activity-based learning made the gospel message stick.

In this blog post, Professor Reese shares how a simple book club at The Institute grew into something much more—a space for connection, deep conversation, and spiritual reflection. When a summer immersion trip to El Salvador presented a unique opportunity, he brought the concept abroad, using a Spanish-language book to foster language growth and community. Through literature, students engaged in meaningful dialogue, explored biblical themes, and built relationships across cultures.

National Decision Day, celebrated on May 1, is when college-bound seniors officially commit to their chosen school, marking a major life milestone. This blog encourages students to celebrate the day with purpose—through personal reflection, social media, and community support—while highlighting the spiritual significance of the decision. The Institute for GOD invites students to mark the occasion with faith, community, and intentional steps toward who they're becoming, not just where they're going.

The Institute for GOD President’s and Dean’s Lists are announced for the Fall 2023 semester.

This blog summarizes the insights shared by three alumni and professors about the ProDev program. Their advice highlights how ProDev goes beyond traditional work-study, offering a transformative experience that combines personal growth, professional development, and meaningful work.