Stories from Campus

August 25, 2023

By Drew Larson

“This is What It Means to Be Greek and Christian!” – Abby’s Story

When Abby enrolled at Hope College, the idea of planting a Greek ministry on campus was the furthest thing from her mind. But because of one conversation, God used Abby to do something extraordinary and start a new Greek chapter at her school.

August 04, 2023

By Emily Baez

The Intentionality of God—Jordan’s Story

After weeks of prayer and discernment, it seemed clear that God was calling Jordan to start BCM on her campus in Auraria, Colorado. Still, Jordan struggled with doubt over whether she was right for the task.

July 20, 2023

By Drew Larson

“More and More Healed” By Jesus—Antonio’s Story

Antonio was a nominal Chrisitan going through a particularly tough time during the spring of 2020. His therapist, seeing the need for Antionio to have community, recommended he connect with InterVarsity.

May 31, 2023

By Hannah Keziah Agustin

The God of the Unexpected: Lucas' Story

No one would have thought that Lucas, the freshman drained by the church, would become Lucas the senior who would lead his chapter in studying Scripture, having a heart posture of worship, and creating a community that reflects the love that Jesus has for each of us.

April 20, 2023

By Emily Baez

A Call to Sit in the Mud with Gen Z: Sarah’s Story

Sarah thought her issues were too much. But InterVarsity showed her Jesus was enough. Now, she hopes more people will do that for Gen Z.

April 14, 2023

By Tom Lin

Developing Gen Z Student Leaders

How do you equip an un-churched generation that struggles with mental health into Christian leadership? 

March 10, 2023

By Hannah Keziah Agustin

Waving My Flag at Urbana 22 — Darren’s Story

Since hearing about Jesus, Darren continuously struggled with his faith. That was until Jesus spoke to him clearly and gave him purpose at the Urbana 22 Student Missions Conference.

February 23, 2023

By Nathan Peterson

How God Is Growing Black Student Leaders in Alabama

To celebrate Black History Month, we’re featuring God’s work through InterVarsity’s Black Campus Ministries (BCM) in Alabama. As a student herself, all Summer wanted was a deeper relationship with Jesus. Now as a campus minister, she gets to witness Jesus drawing students closer to himself. Read more of her story below.