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College Conversations Season 1, Episode 2: The Big College Debate - Smart Investment or Financial Trap? (Podcast Transcript)
Join Gregg Garner, Jeff Sherrod, and Laurie Kagay as they address a crucial question facing today's students: Is college worth the cost? In an era where college enrollments have significantly declined post-COVID, with over a million students opting out, this episode explores the reasons behind this shift. The trio discusses the financial aspects of higher education and evaluates its value in the contemporary educational landscape. This conversation is vital for anyone considering the balance between the costs and benefits of a college education in today's world.
College Conversations S1E1: Rethinking Christian College: What’s the Point? (Transcript)
Gregg D. Garner, the Institute’s Academic Dean Jeff Sherrod, and VP of Enrollment Laurie Kagay, launch our College Conversations podcast asking the most relevant question - what’s the point of Christian Higher Ed? This discussion focuses on the unique aspects of a biblical education, emphasizing its impact on student faith and how it differs from conventional academic approaches.
For Release: GOD Int’l Announces Summer Internship to East Africa
GOD International announces the 2023 Summer Internship to East Africa, open to a select group of 15 students.
Institute students help pioneer tech support program with FiftyForward
Institute students help the Nashville chapter of FiftyForward pioneer a new program providing technology help to the elderly.
The Institute for GOD partners with Christian gap year program, OneLife Institute, to continue discipleship through college.
The Institute for GOD is now an official partner college of OneLife Institute, a Christian gap year program providing discipleship to students after high school.
Dr. Brennan Breed lectures at The Institute for GOD
“A biblical theologian with a pastor’s heart” - we were so happy to welcome Dr. Brennan Breed for two public lectures in October.
Institute students help Congolese refugee church begin youth group
Angel Nibaruta, a refugee from the Congo, works together with other Institute students to provide a youth group experience for other refugee youth.
The Institute for GOD welcomes Dr. Brennan Breed to give public lecture on “Dynamic Torah”
Dr. Brennan Breed will give a lecture titled “Dynamic Torah: The Blessing of Moses’ Covenant” on October 11 at 7:30 pm. We welcome you to join us for this special event!
Institute adds Otter Ai (transcription services) to assist International Students
Professor and IT Specialist Nathan Cameron shares how The Institute is using Otter Ai to help students.
The Institute featured in NACCAP's THE Guide to Christian Colleges and Universities
The Institute for GOD is now featured in NACCAP’s THE Guide to Christian Colleges and Universities for the first time.
Dr. Gyertson exhorts Institute Students to embrace Jesus everyday
Professor Brandon Galford reviews a special guest at The Institute’s weekly chapel event: Dr. David Gryertson.
All Charges Dropped against Gregg and Tara Garner
Institute Founder and President Gregg Garner and his wife Tara have been cleared of all fraud charges against them by District Attorney General.
Congratulations to our 2021-2022 President’s & Dean’s List Students
Congratulations to our 2021-2022 Deans and Presidents list of students finishing their academic year with honors.
The Institute is an official college partner of ZeeMee
The Institute is an official partner of ZeeMee — providing an app dedicated to helping students find their college community.
Dr. Marty Harris of Latin America Bible Institute speaks in Institute Chapel
Dr. Marty Harris, Ph.D, and President of Latin America Bible Institute in California, was a visiting speaker in our weekly chapel event.
Institute for G.O.D. team attends ABHE 75th Annual Meeting
Institute faculty, staff, and board attended the 75th annual Association for Biblical Higher Education alongside other North American Bible colleges.
Institute Alumni Recognized in 16 “Best of Nashville” Awards
Last week The Nashville Scene released their 33rd annual “Best in Nashville” awards. Institute alumni manage SIXTEEN different award winners, including fields like education, nonprofit, arts, construction, food service, medical, and media.
Pres. Gregg Garner offers free course on following Jesus through persecution and suffering
Institute Founder & Pres. Gregg Garner offers a new course to students: Vocational Theology - Following Jesus through Persecution and Suffering. And, it’s free!
The Institute for G.O.D. celebrates 32 Graduates
The Institute for G.O.D., a Bible college in Nashville TN, graduates 32 students achieving associates, undergraduate, and graduate degrees on August 25.
Institute President Gregg Garner Announces COVID Relief Scholarship
The Institute for G.O.D. is offering a COVID relief scholarship to all students at the direction of Institute President Gregg Garner. The $3,000 scholarship for full-time students will be prorated for part-time learners.