Every year hundreds of international students from all over the world graduate from Portland State University prepared not only for a career in their field but often with an understanding of the Christian faith that would be unlikely in their home country.
Dave’s vision for business was transformed into service for others as a result of his time spent in the Kellogg Christian Fellowship InterVarsity Chapter, contrary to the messages he received at one of the nation’s best graduate schools for business.
When her staff members encouraged her to join them on a summer global project in the Far East, Susan cautiously said she’d pray about it. As she prayed, God began to change her heart and provide the resources for her to go.
An InterVarsity student leader submitted the winning slogan to be affixed to Freedom Rock at Shasta College, and then delivered the first speech at the new campus fixture.
Across the country, InterVarsity campus staff members are marking the end of another year of ministry. For some it’s been a challenging year. For most it’s been a year filled with both trials and triumphs. What’s it like to come to the end of such a year?
A year ago, Allison wasn't sure what she believed about God. "Depending on the day you talked to me, I was atheist or agnostic," she said. In February, a friend invited her to a Q&A session about God.
The nursing approach taught in many schools values wholistic care but leaves God out of the picture. “In NCF we're mobilizing students to be committed to whole person care,” said NCF director Jane Hall.”