Stories from Campus

September 07, 2021

By Nathan Peterson

Reaching New Students at Boise State—Hospitality through Letter Writing

This strong blend of butterflies, anxiety, and excitement that accompanies a freshman’s first day on campus has always been there. But COVID took things to a whole new level. Many freshmen never even had the chance to tour campus.

August 16, 2021

By Nathan Peterson

God Goes Before You—Answered Prayers in Chapter Planting

I would like to start an InterVarsity group on campus. How do I go about doing that? Michelle, InterVarsity’s North Florida Area Director, had to reread that message a couple times.

July 09, 2021

By JP Legarte

Community Rewritten, Creativity Rediscovered: JP's Story

“Why won’t you give these things to me, God? I’ve done so much for you!” I asked during my senior year of high school. It honestly felt like my aspirations were falling apart right in front of me.

July 06, 2021

By Calvin York

That Riverdale Episode Can Wait: Calvin’s Story

When I spend time with my chapter, whether it’s a casual hangout or a large or small group, I am continually reminded of how fantastic my community is. They breathe so much more life into me than any Riverdale twist could.

June 11, 2021

By Emily Baez

Scripture, Worship, Fun, Together...In-Person!

After a year or more of pandemic disruptions, many end-of-the-year InterVarsity Chapter Focus Weeks and Chapter Camps across the country resumed this past month. Read about three of these from different campuses and areas, and how they gave students fresh hope.

May 28, 2021

By Nathan Peterson

The Gift of Going Second—Mental Health & Campus Ministry

From maintaining relationships to being able to focus during class or work, from just getting out of bed to coping with past traumas, mental health affects us all—and it affects all of our lives.

May 03, 2021

By Nathan Peterson

Policy Changes Lay Groundwork for Student Growth

“Non-students are no longer allowed on campus.” They were the words no campus minister ever wants to hear.

October 19, 2020

By Gordon Govier and Nathan Peterson

Thriving Chapter Planting & Partnerships in the Middle of a Pandemic

In the spring of 2018, Suburban Philadelphia Area Director Justin Tibbels agreed with regional leaders to expand his area’s reach to include northeastern Pennsylvania, largely in response to InterVarsity’s 2030 Calling to reach every corner of every campus.

September 18, 2020

By Joy Zhou

The Frog Queen—Using Social Media to Serve Others

Six days. 200,000 Instagram followers. Meet Joie Parma, a sophomore in The University of Texas at Austin’s Asian American InterVarsity chapter—also known as the Internet’s Frog Queen.