Business & Strategy

College is a lot of new things at once. New school, new people, new freedom, new decisions. Before you jump in, take a minute to think about what you actually want this season to look like. Not just what you want to accomplish—but who you want to be. Talk about…

When you arrive on campus, it can feel like everyone else already has friends. They don’t. Most freshmen are wondering the exact same thing: “Where do I fit?” The difference is that some students decide to start looking for community right away. One of the best things you can do…

Throughout this summer, we’ve introduced you to several campus ministries that help students build community and grow in their faith. But there’s one more type of ministry that’s worth knowing about before you head to college: a church college ministry. Unlike campus organizations that meet on your college campus, church…

Finding community in college isn’t just about joining a student organization—it can also mean finding a local church that invests in college students. In this episode, we’re wrapping up our Campus Ministry Spotlight series by talking about church-based college ministries and how they differ from campus organizations. We answer questions…

As move-in day gets closer, everyone seems to focus on how exciting college will be. New friends. New classes. New freedom. A fresh start. And while all of that is true, here’s something you don’t hear very often: It’s okay if part of you doesn’t want to leave. Maybe you’ll…

If you’ve been researching Christian organizations on college campuses, you’ve probably come across the names BCM or BSM. Depending on the school, you might see one or the other—but don’t worry, they’re referring to the same type of ministry. BCM stands for Baptist Collegiate Ministry (sometimes called Baptist Student Ministry).…

Starting college comes with a lot of questions—including where you’ll find community. In this episode, we’re continuing our Campus Ministry Spotlight series by exploring BCM (Baptist Collegiate Ministry/Baptist Student Ministry). We answer questions like: What is BCM? What does it offer college students? And how does it help students grow…

If you’re anything like most incoming freshmen, you’ve probably asked yourself questions like… “What if I don’t make friends?” “What if I choose the wrong major?” “What if I don’t fit in?” “What if college isn’t what I expected?” Here’s the good news: You don’t have to have all the…

As you prepare for college, you’ll probably hear about several different Christian organizations on campus. One you may come across is RUF. So…what exactly is it? RUF stands for Reformed University Fellowship, a Christian campus ministry that exists to reach college students with the hope of the gospel and help…

College is full of new opportunities, but finding a community that helps you stay grounded can make all the difference. In this episode, we’re continuing our Campus Ministry Spotlight series by exploring RUF (Reformed University Fellowship). We answer questions like: What is RUF? What makes it unique? And how does…