WCIU Blog
Compassion as the Response to Human Suffering
In this video, President Dr. Paul Cornelius shares about his reflections on the compassion of Jesus displayed in the gospels…
President Cornelius Offers Encouragement Amidst Division
President Cornelius recently attended the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington D.C. In this short video he shares about how the life and words of Rwandan President Paul Kagame greatly impacted him. He leaves us with an encouragement regarding the power of forgiveness and how it contributes to the building and flourishing of our communities.
From the President’s Desk
WCIU, since its inception, has always sought to provide training to women and men on the ground and, as it were, in the trenches. Dr. Ralph D. Winter’s vision was to make training for engagement relevant, dynamic, and accessible. This emphasis continues to drive the vision and mission of the institution….
Getting to Know the New President
Listen in as our Executive Vice President, Peter McLallen, Ph.D. interviews WCIU’s new President, Paul Cornelius, Ph.D. We hope you enjoy getting to know Paul as much as we do!
William Carey International University Selects New President
The Board of Directors is pleased to announce Paul P. Cornelius, Ph.D. has been selected to serve as the 10th President of William Carey International University (WCIU). This marks the end of a nine-month discernment process that included a competitive pool of candidates from all over the world. Dr. Cornelius is expected to begin his tenure in January 2023.
WCIU Celebrates 45 Years
Dr. Winter envisioned a university in the best traditions of scholarship and influence that would serve the Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) community with flexible graduate programs designed to meet the needs of workers in the field…
The Hopeful Life of the Beloved
Someone recently asked what gives me hope in these days of pandemic and social upheaval. As I thought about this question, I realized the answer is that the creator of the universe loves me just the way I am, and there is nothing I can do to change that fact.
Holiday Greetings from our Acting President!
The holidays have a way of drawing us together, of fostering a sense of community and togetherness. A togetherness that many of us deeply long for as the effects of the pandemic linger… READ MORE
Resting in His Big Heart
Recently, in reflecting on the weight of the circumstances surrounding us; both communally (COVID, current events like mass shootings and racial tensions) and personal (you fill in the black), Dr. Kevin Higgins stated that, "[All of these things are] just a reminder to myself and to us. And it is good to remember that everything we hear about, and know about, and face is something common to many, many others all over our world. Overwhelming, yes. But a healthy necessity. So, allow it, embrace it, even seek it sometimes."
He then said to also be reminded that, "There is a bigger Heart that holds it all. And I have nowhere to go but to place my small heart in that big Heart."
"Going Further In" A Year Into A Global Pandemic
Dr. Kevin Higgins reflects on life one year into the global pandemic. He shares his process about adjusting to a new normal and diving further into the depths of journeying with God and others. We hope it encourages you today.
