# Dallas International University > Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.2.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. Dallas International University ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.diu.edu/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Cognitive Biases](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/cognitive-biases/): “But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine.” (Luke 10:33) - [What are the deadlines for registering?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/deadlines-applying-registering/): Visit our Registration deadlines page for a complete list of deadlines. - [When is my application due?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/when-is-my-application-due/): DIU practices rolling admissions, without a single deadline for all new applicants. Admission deadlines are based on a student’s intended first term at DIU. Students are encouraged to start the application process by March 1st for May, Summer, or Fall terms and by September 1st for Spring term. - [Journal of Language, Culture, and Religion 7.2 is Here!](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/jlcr-vol-7-issue-2-is-here/): Journal of Language, Culture, and Religion Issue 7.2 has arrived. What Happens When People Are Uprooted? - [What is the difference between being a general undergraduate/graduate student and being in a program (AAS/BA/MA/PhD/Certificate)?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/difference-undergraduate-admission-applying-ba-program/): DIU differentiates between general and program students for undergraduate and graduate levels, outlining course enrollment permissions and distinct study paths. - [Student Spotlight: Dr. Leon Neto](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/student-spotlight-dr-leon-neto/): For Dr. Leon Neto, music is more than an art form. It is an expression of worship, a way people communicate, and a bridge for sharing the gospel. - [Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Larry Jones](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/faculty-spotlight-dr-larry-jones/): We are happy to announce that Dr. Larry Jones has joined our faculty to teach a Bible Translation course in DIU’s joint program in Indonesia. - [The Parable of the Good Samaritan](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/the-parable-good-samaritan/): “But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine.” (Luke 10:33) - [How Often Do We Misunderstand God’s Purposes?](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/gods-purposes/): Then Jesus said to Simon, “Don’t be afraid; from now on you will fish for people. So they pulled their boats up on shore, left everything and followed him. (Luke 5:11) How often do we misunderstand God’s purposes? - [DIU Adjunct Professor Dr. Nelson Ferreira Sousa Named SIL Americas Area Director](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/dr-nelson-ferreira-sousa/): Dallas International University is pleased to celebrate the appointment of Dr. Nelson Ferreira Sousa as the incoming Americas Area Director for SIL. - [A Moment of Thanksgiving: CEWA Begins a New Chapter](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/cewa-thanksgiving/): On Friday, August 14, the Center for Excellence in World Arts (CEWA) community gathered for a special moment of thanksgiving and praise as they prepared to move from their longtime home on the ILC campus to a new space in the Mahler building. - [Equipping Ukrainian Leaders for Healing and Resilience](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/worship-lament-and-healing-in-ukraine/): As communities across Ukraine continue navigating the realities of war, trained leaders are urgently needed to help churches, families, and communities process grief and rebuild hope. Your gift will change lives. - [Worship with Healing In Mind](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/worship-with-healing-in-mind/): Dr. Beth Argot receives another grant for research exploring how arts in corporate worship facilitate healing and wellbeing. - [Cultural Exchange: Six-week Program Concludes](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/cultural-exchange-six-week-program-concludes/): After six weeks of intensive cultural training, certificates were awarded to visiting Indonesian professors at a celebratory banquet. - [DIU Ethnodoxology Partner GEN Celebrates 20 Years](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/diu-ethnodoxology-partner-gen-celebrates-20-years/): The Global Ethnodoxology Network, our longtime partner, celebrates 20 years of training, connecting, and creating resources for ethnodoxologists worldwide! - [New Certificate in Arts and Trauma Healing](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/new-certificate-in-arts-and-trauma-healing/): DIU's new Certificate in Arts and Trauma Healing prepares students to address the pressing need for trauma care in today's world. - [DIU Showcases Scholarship at Bible Translation Conference](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/diu-showcases-scholarship-at-bible-translation-conference/): DIU faculty, students, and alumni presented vital insights and groundbreaking research at this year's Bible Translation Conference. - [Friends of DIU Annual Festival](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/friends-of-diu-annual-festival/): In its second year, this annual fundraising dinner and celebration of culture is raising money for student scholarships. - [Bible Translators Learn Scripture Engagement and Ethnoarts in Türkiye](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/bible-translators-learn-scripture-engagement-and-ethnoarts-in-turkiye/): Dr. Robin Harris saw the fruit of her fieldwork and her educational work at DIU meet at a Scripture Engagement workshop in Türkiye. - [Faculty Promotions to Associate and Full Professor](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/diu-faculty-promotions-to-associate-and-full-professor/): Dallas International University celebrates the promotion of five faculty members for their excellence in teaching, research, and service. - [Tackling Social Issues Through Theater](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/tackling-social-issues-through-theater/): DIU alumnus Daniels helps a community address besetting social issues through the biblical story of Joseph...told on stage! - [Shaping Scholars, Impacting Nations](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/shaping-scholars-impacting-nations/): Dr. Hoiling Poon, one of DIU's newest PhD in World Arts graduates, shares how she will use her degree to train other global leaders. - [Faithful Worship in Familiar Forms](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/faithful-worship-in-familiar-forms/): PhD student Anil leads his Indian diaspora community in worship that is both biblically faithful and familiar to their own culture. - [A Celebration of Calling, Creativity, and Global Impact](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/celebration-calling-creativity-global-impact/): On May 8, 2026, Dallas International University celebrated its 27th Commencement Exercises as graduates, families, faculty, staff, and friends gathered to honor the Class of 2026 and the faithfulness of God throughout their journeys. - [Equipping Ukraine for Healing: DIU Reaches Fundraising Goal in Just 10 Days](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/diu-reaches-ukraine-project-fundraising-goal-in-just-10-days/): Dallas International University is celebrating an extraordinary response from donors around the world after successfully raising more than $65,000 in just 10 days to launch its Arts & Trauma Healing initiative in Ukraine. Dallas International University is celebrating an extraordinary response from donors around the world after successfully raising more than $65,000 in just 10 days to launch its Arts & Trauma Healing initiative in Ukraine. - [Announcing Master of Arts in Arts & Trauma Healing](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/annoucement-ma-ath/): This innovative graduate program equips students to address trauma through culturally responsive, trauma-informed practices that integrate the creative arts, mental health principles, and faith-based engagement. - [Alumni Spotlight: Katrina Boutwell](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/equipped-to-invest-in-others/): In 1999, Katrina Boutwell began her journey there as a student, never knowing how far the education she received would take her—or that one day she would return to help prepare the next generation. - [Dan Boerger Begins New Role Supporting the Spiritual Life of DIU Students](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/daniel-boerger/): Dallas International University Appoints Dan Boerger as Spiritual Life Consultant DALLAS, Texas, August 24, 2026 — Dallas International University has appointed Daniel “Dan” Boerger as Spiritual Life Consultant, effective July 22, 2026. In this role, Boerger will support the spiritual growth and well-being of DIU students through personal conversations, prayer, spiritual guidance, and confidential peer - [Resilience of The Church](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/resilient-physical-spiritual/): Gaining a deeper understanding of what it means to endure a full-scale invasion while maintaining a vibrant vision to serve Christ. - [Never Too Late to Learn](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/never-too-late/): Welcome to all of our students! May God richly bless you as you begin this new semester. “In the days of Herod, king of Judea, there was a priest named Zechariah, of the division of Abijah. And he had a wife from the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. And they were both righteous before God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and statutes of the Lord. But they had - [Expand Opportunities with Four New Programs](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/four-new-programs-diu/): Spanning undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral education, these programs reflect DIU’s ongoing commitment to equipping global leaders through academically rigorous, ministry-centered education. - [Journal of Language, Culture, and Religion 7.1 is Available](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/publication-issue-7-1-jlcr/): We are delighted to share a new issue with the DIU community and our global readership. Issue 7.1 - [Two New Bachelor's Degrees Expand Opportunities at DIU](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/new-bachelor-of-art-fall-2026/): DIU is pleased to announce the launch of its new Graduate Certificate in Bible Translation (GCBT), a graduate-level program designed to equip students around the world with practical training in Bible translation, translation advising, linguistics, and Scripture engagement. New programs in Humanities, Classics and Professional Studies prepare students for faithful leadership, critical thinking, and meaningful impact in a changing world. - [Truth, Goodness, and Beauty](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/truth-goodness-and-beauty/): Truth, goodness, and beauty are not ours to manufacture. Truth, goodness, and beauty are not ours to manufacture. They are gifts to receive. - [Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Joshua Harper](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/faculty-spotlight-dr-joshua-harper/): Dallas International University is shaped by faculty who are not only experts in their fields but deeply committed to the global mission of the Church. Dr. Joshua Harper embodies that calling in both his teaching and leadership. Dallas International University is shaped by faculty who are not only experts in their fields, but deeply committed to the global mission of the Church. - [What are the graduate admission GPA requirements?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/graduate-admission-gpa-requirements/): In addition to other requirements, to be considered for general Graduate Admission, academic records must provide evidence that the applicant fulfills one of the following:* Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00 Completion of a bachelor’s degree AND one of the following: Satisfactory - [DIU Launches New Graduate Certificate in Bible Translation](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/diu-launches-new-graduate-certificate-in-bible-translation/): DIU is pleased to announce the launch of its new Graduate Certificate in Bible Translation (GCBT), a graduate-level program designed to equip students around the world with practical training in Bible translation, translation advising, linguistics, and Scripture engagement. - [The Creative Dimension of Language](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/the-creative-dimension-of-language/): Why do children sing and dance? Why do they talk at all? Questions like these have stood at the center of linguistic inquiry for more than a century. Why do children sing and dance? Why do they talk at all? Questions like these have stood at the center of linguistic inquiry for more than a century. - [A New Journey Begins](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/commencement-may-2026/): When formal learning concludes, a new journey begins—or commences—as graduates apply their learning in service through a new profession and calling. When formal learning concludes, a new journey begins—or commences—as graduates apply their learning in service through a new profession and calling. - [Acton Institute Awards Research Grant to DIU Faculty Member](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/acton-institute-awards-research-grant-to-diu-faculty-member/): Dr. Todd Scacewater was awarded a research grant for a conference panel titled "Economic Ethics in Judaism and Early Christianity." - [Bridging Faiths through Bible Translation: The North Gumuz Story](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/bridging-faiths-through-bible-translation-the-north-gumuz-story/): DIU alumnus Travis uses his training in Ethiopia, where a divided faith community came together to produce the North Gumuz New Testament. - [Alumni Spotlight: Trevor & Samantha Deck](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/connecting-nations-to-scripture/): When you give to scholarships at DIU, you are helping prepare students who will one day step into complex, global ministry like this. You are helping connect people to Scripture, often in places and ways we could never imagine. - [Alumni Serve "Mara" Peoples in Language Development and Translation](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/alumni-spotlights/alumni-serve-mara-peoples-in-language-development-and-translation/): The Walkers attended the Kabwa and Ikoma New Testament dedications, celebrating with the communities they have served for so long. - [Your Support in Action: A New Chapter for Bible Translation in Brazil](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/new-chapter-for-bt-brazil/): For Victoria, this class stood out. Her students weren’t just learners, they were contributors. Representing translation projects in five different indigenous languages, they regularly brought real-world examples into class discussions, sometimes affirming and sometimes challenging the theories being taught. For Victoria, this class stood out. Her students weren’t just learners, they were contributors. - [A Blessing and A Lesson](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/blessing-and-lesson/): At chapel last week, I shared how life is full of surprises—some welcome, others not. Yet in each one, there is both a blessing and a lesson. In His faithfulness, God reveals those truths to us. At chapel last week, I shared how life is full of surprises—some welcome, others not. Yet in each one, there is both a blessing and a lesson. In His faithfulness, God reveals those truths to us. - [A Night of Impact and Celebration](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/a-night-of-impact-and-celebration/): Events like the Friends of DIU Annual Festival offer a glimpse into what makes DIU so special. They bring together a community that believes deeply in the mission and invests in it financially, relationally, and spiritually. - [What happens if my GPA falls below 3.5?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/what-happens-if-my-gpa-falls-below-35/): Students are expected to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 to remain eligible for the Residential Scholars Program. If a student’s GPA falls below this level, they will not immediately lose the scholarship. Instead, they will be placed on a one-semester probationary period with the opportunity to raise their GPA and continue in the program. - [Does this scholarship include room and board?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/does-this-scholarship-include-room-and-board/): No. The Residential Scholars Program covers tuition only. However, DIU offers affordable on-campus housing and dining, allowing students to live in a close-knit, Christ-centered community while keeping overall costs manageable. - [Does this cover summer or mini terms?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/does-this-cover-summer-or-mini-terms/): No. The reduced tuition applies to fall and spring semesters. - [Is this the same as work study?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/is-this-the-same-as-work-study/): It is similar in structure, but it is integrated directly into the scholarship program and overall student experience at DIU. - [What kind of work will I do?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/what-kind-of-work-will-i-do/): Students are placed in administrative or academic offices based on university needs and individual strengths. This may include roles in enrollment, advancement, IT, faculty support, or other campus departments. - [Do students get paid for their work?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/do-students-get-paid-for-their-work/): Students do not receive hourly pay for these roles. Instead, their work is part of what makes the significantly reduced tuition possible. This model allows students to graduate with far less financial burden while gaining meaningful experience. - [Is the work requirement optional?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/is-the-work-requirement-optional/): No. The 10-hour-per-week work commitment is a required part of the scholarship and is what helps make the reduced tuition possible. - [Introducing the Bible & Translation Department](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/introducing-bible-and-translation-dept/): DIU’s new Bible & Translation Department is strengthening how students are equipped to bring God’s Word to life in every language. - [Join Him In His Work](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/join-him-in-his-work-2/): God delights in inviting us to join Him in His work—not out of obligation, but out of a genuine desire to participate in what He is doing - [Effective Communication in the Workplace](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/effective-communication-in-the-workplace/): Book Release: "Effective Communication in the Workplace" is a practical tool for every leader and employee in the workplace. - [Work, Community, and Calling](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/work-community-calling-chloe/): At DIU, Chloe is not just earning a degree. She is growing in community, sharpening her calling, and preparing to help God’s Word speak clearly to the world. At DIU, Chloe is not just earning a degree. She is growing in community, sharpening her calling, and preparing to help God’s Word speak clearly to the world. - [What textbooks do I need?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/textbooks-need/): Log into CoreCampus. Click on the ‘Textbook List’ tile located near the bottom of the CoreCampus Home Page screen. This will link you to the DIU textbook listing for the upcoming term. Be sure to purchase the correct edition of each required textbook. NOTE: DIU does not have a bookstore so you will need to - [Introduction to Orality and Storying](https://www.diu.edu/events/introduction-to-orality-and-storying/): IS3356 Introduction to Orality and Storying: After completing this 3 credit undergraduate course, students will be able to craft and tell culturally appropriate, accurate, natural stories in storying fellowship groups and other ethnic situations. They will be able to articulate characteristic differences between oral communicators and print communicators and describe the contexts in which oral - [How do I register for classes?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/register/): Registration is completed online using CoreCampus. Registration opens March 1st for the May-Extended and Summer terms, registration opens April 1st for Year and Fall terms, and registration opens October 1st for Spring term. Visit our Registration page for more information. - [Who is the course instructor?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/course-instructor/): Instructor names are listed on the course schedule and in CoreCampus under the ALL USERS – Course listing tab. You can learn more about your instructor by visiting our Faculty profiles page. - [Who is my academic advisor?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/academic-advisor/): Your DIU academic advisor is listed in CoreCampus under the MY INFO – Contact Information tab. DIU considers the academic advising process to be an integral part of each student’s program and provides academic advisors to assist students in selecting courses each term. New students are initially assigned academic advisors and will need to have - [What is the difference between Canvas and CoreCampus?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/canvas-vs-corecampus/): CoreCampus is used by students to apply, register for classes, and update their contact information. Canvas is used by students to take online courses and interact online with many of their on-campus courses. - [Why Sign Language Bible Translation Needs Linguistics](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/why-sign-language-bible-translation-needs-linguistics/): SIL's Bernadet van der Louw explains why an understanding of linguistics is crucial for sign language Bible translation. - [Great Among Nations](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/name-great-among-nations/): The world is a very big place, yet it is more interconnected than ever before. The world is a very big place, yet it is more interconnected than ever before. - [Imitating Christ](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/imitating-christ/): As we celebrate Christ’s manifestation to us during the season of Epiphany, let us set our hearts on imitating Christ—living out his love and works among those around us. As we celebrate Christ’s manifestation to us during the season of Epiphany, let us set our hearts on imitating Christ—living out his love and works among those around us. - [Testing Language Proficiency in Children](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/academic-forums/testing-language-proficiency-in-children/): Professor Steve Walter presents a workshop for developing tools to measure children's proficiency in second language learning. - [New BA Major in Global Affairs at Dallas International University](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/new-ba-major-in-global-affairs-at-dallas-international-university/): DIU's new Global Affairs major prepares students to engage the world with a faith-based and global perspective for the common good. - [Dr. Ria Martin to Teach Multicultural Teamwork](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/dr-ria-martin-to-teach-multicultural-teamwork/): Dr. Martin is eager to demonstrate to her students that “mosaic is a model for reconciliation.” - [Dallas International University Partners with Texas Home School Coalition](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/dallas-international-university-partners-with-texas-home-school-coalition/): THSC families receive a 20% tuition discount when enrolling in DIU Dual Enrollment classes or as a full-time BA or MA student. - [Diaspora Dynamics](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/diaspora-dynamics/): Being a diaspora citizen means being resilient, flexible and in a state of constantly learning. - [DIU Alumni Use Language Training to Serve Refugees](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/diu-alumni-use-language-training-to-serve-refugees/): Ryan and Crystal first applied their language training to Bible translation. Now, they're using it to help refugees integrate in Amarillo, Texas. - [DIU Partners with Christian Home Educators Association](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/diu-partners-with-christian-home-educators-association/): California Home Educators Association families receive a 20% tuition discount when enrolling in DIU Dual Enrollment classes or as a full-time BA or MA student. - [Creative Networking for the Kingdom](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/creative-networking-for-the-kingdom/): Alumnus Andrew Olson founded an organization called They Need the Bible to open doors for translation among the remotest peoples on the planet. - [Work Can Be Worship](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/work-can-be-worship/): There is satisfaction in whatever work we find ourselves doing. It is a privilege, and we should relish living life to the fullest—especially in our work. - [Of the many requirements for an international applicant to DIU which should I do first?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/many-requirements-international-applicant-gial-first/): First things first: submit an online application form and pay any required fees. Then– If you are seeking gateway admission to DIU, 1) Send us your transcripts, and 2) if you are a non-native speaker of English, establish that you have adequate English proficiency for studies at DIU English Language Proficiency Requirements and Send us your transcripts (gateway) If you are seeking either graduate or undergraduate admission status 1) Send us your transcripts; 2) send your transcripts for - [Journal of Language, Culture, and Religion 6.1 is Here](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/publication-issue-6-1-jlcr/): Journal of Language, Culture, and Religion Issue 6.1 has arrived, along with an improved online reading experience. - [DIU Expands Global Reach Through Partnership in Indonesia](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/diu-partners-with-ukit/): Dallas International University partners with Indonesian institutions to offer a Bible Translation degree in the Indonesian language. - [DIU and ALEM Unite for Bible Translation in Brazil](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/diu-and-alem-unite-for-bible-translation-in-brazil/): DIU and ALEM join forces to launch a Master's in Translation Facilitation, in Portuguese, empowering leaders to advance Bible translation in Brazil and beyond. - [DIU Launches AAS in Agribusiness in Uganda](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/diu-launches-aas-in-agribusiness-in-uganda/): Multimodal classroom instruction and hands-on training at Bobi Agribusiness Institute equips students with practical skills for sustainable farming careers. - [New Horizons in Bible Translation Training](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/new-horizons-in-bible-translation-training/): Dr. George Payton shares an inside perspective on DIU's newest Bible Translation training initiatives. - [Will Dual Enrollment credits transfer to another university?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/faq-dual-enrollment/transfer-credits/): DIU is regionally accredited by SACSCOC (www.sacscoc.org). So, any Dual Enrollment courses taken at DIU are fully transferrable to other academic institutions. Students should be aware of the requirements of any BA program they intend to pursue and the possibility that Dual Enrollment courses may transfer into other universities as electives (rather than satisfying part - [Nearness of God](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/nearness-of-god/): The Holy Spirit is with us in all those places. Perhaps our greatest challenge in this earthly life is to live as if we are already in heaven, maintaining that same intimate and close relationship with our heavenly Father. - [Discovering A Global Purpose](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/discovering-a-global-purpose/): A BA student shares how he has found his passion for Bible Translation while studying at DIU - and how his work-study job connects to that vision. - [DIU Partners with Jakarta International University](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/diu-partners-with-jakarta-international-university/): Dallas International University and Jakarta International University partner for instruction, research, service, and more. - [Loving with an Eternal Mindset](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/loving-with-an-eternal-mindset/): Sometimes we forget to consider others in the midst of our own concerns. How do we love others in light of the fact that they have eternity ahead of them? - [DIU Welcomes John Borum as Director of Development and Marketing](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/john-borum-director-development-marketing/): Dallas International University is honored to welcome John Borum as Director of Development and Marketing. - [The Act of Welcome: Sarah's Journey Across Cultures](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/the-act-of-welcome-sarahs-journey-across-cultures/): Sarah has always known what a difference it makes to feel welcomed. Through her MA in Human Migration, she learned how to give migrants that gift. - [Kings Return](https://www.diu.edu/events/trinity-arts-past-events/kings-return/): Kings Return filled the Event Center on Friday, September 23, 2022, in the second concert of the Trinity South Arts series. All available tickets were reserved, and the full house enthusiastically responded to the amazing artistry of this rising a cappella quartet who have become a social media phenomenon. Their songs covered a wide range of genres, including spirituals, - [Adkins & Nielson](https://www.diu.edu/events/trinity-arts-past-events/adkins-nielson/): Trinity South Arts was pleased to welcome Adkins & Nielson to the stage on Monday, April 4, 2022 (sold out)! Responses from attendees: “Stellar performing artists who engaged the audience well.” “Adkins and Nielson are high quality musicians who have spent years honing their craft.” “It had been 2+ years since I’ve patronized the Arts - [Crash Course on the Seven Ecumenical Councils](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/crash-course-on-the-seven-ecumenical-councils/): Discover the history of the Seven Ecumenical Councils in Turkey, where bishops defined Christian doctrine. Join our study tour to explore these historic sites! - [8th Annual DFW Metroplex Linguistics Conference 2016](https://www.diu.edu/events/8th-annual-dfw-metroplex-linguistics-conference-2016/): Announcement: The Eighth Annual DFW mini-conference will be hosted by Dallas International on Friday, 21 October 2016, in the Activity Center on the Dallas International Campus. It is a full day’s event, featuring talks and posters by students and faculty members from the four participating schools (Dallas International, UNT, UTA, and TAMUC) in any linguistic - [Dallas International University](https://www.diu.edu/events/dallas-international-university-name-change-announcement/): As of September 1, 2018, GIAL has officially become Dallas International University. Dallas International University is more than a graduate school. We have expanded course offerings beyond applied linguistics, and we added a BA program in International Service four years ago. One could say we “outgrew” our name but have retained our linguistic core. Although - [Remembering Dr. Eduard Alekseyev](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/remembering-dr-eduard-alekseyev/): On March 10, 2021, Dallas International University lost a beloved mentor when ethnomusicologist and folklorist Dr. Eduard Alekseyev (b. December 4, 1937) suffered a stroke and passed away. Born into a family of “Honored Teachers of the USSR” in Yakutia (now the Republic of Sakha in the Russian Federation), he graduated with honors from the - [Bible Translation 2011: The 6th Biennial Bible Translation Conference](https://www.diu.edu/events/bible-translation-conference/bible-translation-2011/): A forum for presentation and discussion of developing theory and practice in Bible translation This academic conference, co-sponsored by the Dallas International University (Dallas International) and SIL International, was held at the International Linguistics Center (Dallas International campus) in Dallas, Texas, USA. October 14-18, 2011, Dallas, Texas CONFERENCE THEME: The Future of Bible Translation: Creative Strategies - [How do I transfer undergraduate semester hours (ush) for the BA program?](https://www.diu.edu/uncategorized/transfer-undergraduate-semester-hours-ush-ba-program/): Students should complete the Petition to Transfer General Education Credits form. Visit our Undergraduate Transfer Policy page for more information. - [Congrats to Dallas International Alumnus](https://www.diu.edu/events/congrats-gial-alumnus/): Congratulations to Dallas International alumnus Terrill Schrock for completing his PhD in linguistics at Leiden University. The title of his dissertation is: “A grammar of Ik (Icetod) Northeast Uganda’s last thriving Kuliak language.” Click here to view a PDF of his dissertation. - [Fall 2015 Orientation](https://www.diu.edu/events/fall-2015-orientation/): July 20 @ 3:00 pm – Jul 21 @ 5:00 pm Dallas International Orientation is a 2-day event for students arriving on-campus. Most students attend orientation just a few days before their classes start. Students returning after a leave of absence (longer than 6 months) are required to attend only the second day of activities. For - [Summer 2018 1-Week Intensives](https://www.diu.edu/events/summer-2018-1-week-intensives/): High School Seniors and College Freshman, the College of International Studies will be offering two 1-week intensive courses in Summer 2018: IS1301 Popular Culture and IS1311 Biblical Cultural Studies. - [World Arts student Sarah York plays erhu with Sino-Rhythm (Huayun) Orchestra on Nov. 7](https://www.diu.edu/events/world-arts-student-sarah-york-plays-erhu-nov-7/): World Arts graduate student Sarah York will play the Chinese erhu with Sino-Rhythm (Huayun) Orchestra on Nov. 7 at the University of Texas Denton in Richardson at 7:30pm. Tickets are $5. The group includes Chinese string, wind, and percussion as well as some Western instruments. View the full post for more info. - [Matt Connor](https://www.diu.edu/student-spotlight/matt-connor/): Dallas International alumnus, Matt Connor, is using his World Arts training in Indonesia. Together with his wife, Chelsea, he is helping people experience the powerful, healing impact of God’s word in their heart language through their culture’s own art forms and training them to pass these “eternal riches” on to others. - [Text Messaging (Terms & Privacy Policy)](https://www.diu.edu/faq/text-messaging-terms-privacy-policy/): Terms of Service By providing your phone number and opting in, you agree to receive occasional informational and promotional text messages from Dallas International University related to admissions, application updates, deadlines, financial aid, university programs, and other university information. Opting-in is not a condition for admission to the university. Message frequency may vary. Message and - [Gospel Pilgrimage in the Information Age](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/gospel-pilgrimage-in-the-information-age/): The gospel has always traveled beyond its original historical & geographical context - and proven itself relevant in those new contexts. Its travel continues in the age of information. - [Running the Race of Endurance](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/running-the-race-of-endurance/): The completion of a program of study represents hard work, discipline, and courage. - [The Value of Mentors](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/the-value-of-mentors/): There are two important aspects that I have experienced with my mentors over the years... - [Student Research on Display at DIAL](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/student-research-on-display-at-dial/): The Dallas International Academic Lens is a conference featuring presentations by students or alumni or coauthored with a faculty member. - [DIU to Award Honorary Doctorate to Karl Franklin](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/diu-to-award-honorary-doctorate-to-karl-franklin/): During DIU's 25th Commencement Ceremony, Dr. Franklin will receive an honorary PhD, celebrating his significant contributions to the field of linguistics. - [Is Dallas International University accredited?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/accreditation/): Yes, Dallas International University is regionally accredited by SACSCOC (https://sacscoc.org/). For more information view our accreditation statement. - [Do I have to take the Graduate Record Exam (GRE)?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/take-graduate-record-exam-gre/): Dallas International University does not require Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores from someone seeking Undergraduate or Gateway admission status. For general Graduate admission status*, you will need at least a completed bachelor's degree. GRE (or completion of at least 15 credits of graduate study from an accredited institution of higher education with a cumulative GPA of - [New GIALens available online](https://www.diu.edu/events/new-gialens-available-online/): Don’t miss the latest addition of GIALens. This issue features the following articles: A preliminary wordlist of Mashco Piro by Steve Parker, Dallas International University professor. Putting stress where it belongs: Stress rules for Turkish language learners by Steven Woodard Jr., Dallas International University alumnus. You can view this and previous additions of this electronic - [Impact in Indonesia: A Dream Come True](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/impact-in-indonesia-a-dream-come-true/): Instructor Yanti Karundeng shares her passion for discipling young Indonesian translators and inspiring them to love & follow Christ. - [Meet the New Director of Global Research](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/meet-the-new-director-of-global-research/): Dr. Kendra Duran joins DIU as Director of Global Research, leading Christ-centered initiatives in language, culture, and global development. - [Small Class Sizes, Big Learning Advantage](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/small-class-sizes-big-learning-advantage/): Discover the benefits of small class sizes at DIU! Enjoy personalized learning, close professor interaction, and an engaging classroom experience. - [Our Redeemer Lives - Lessons from the Life of Job](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/our-redeemer-lives-lessons-from-the-life-of-job/): Amidst all his suffering, Job still had hope in a Redeemer who would make things right. Living after Christ, our hope is even clearer. - [Free Proverbs Studies Manual by DIU Professor](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/free-proverbs-studies-manual-by-diu-professor/): Dr. Pete Unseth has written a guide for students of worldwide proverbs, and he's made it freely accessible on DIU's website! - [Just How Multicultural is the USA?](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/just-how-multicultural-is-the-usa/): Unlock global opportunities at DIU. Our multicultural learning hub offers affordable, contextualized education for future leaders across the world. - [Don’t Make a Face: Why You Need Soft Skills to Thrive Overseas](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/dont-make-a-face-why-you-need-soft-skills-to-thrive-overseas/): Develop true cultural competence. DIU's program builds your awareness, teaches humble attitudes, and hones skills for cross-cultural connection. - [Bridging the Gap: DIU's New MA in Biblical Languages and Linguistics](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/bridging-the-gap-dius-new-ma-in-biblical-languages-and-linguistics/): Explore DIU's innovative MA in Biblical Languages & Linguistics. Understand Scripture deeply, bridging traditional pedagogy with modern linguistics. - [A Heart for Scripture, a Vision for Multiplication](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/a-heart-for-scripture-a-vision-for-multiplication/): Jacqueline's journey: from literacy to Bible translation and consulting. Now, she's co-teaching DIU's MA in Translation Advising in Brazil, raising new leaders. - [What do I need to do to participate in one of DIU’s cooperative programs with another institution?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/need-allowed-participate-one-gials-joint-programs-another-institution/): Each program has different requirements. Reach out to us at admissions@diu.edu for details about each program. - [Friends of DIU Annual Festival 2025](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/friends-of-diu-annual-festival-2025/): Friends of DIU celebrated God's faithfulness through inspiring student stories, sumptuous Indonesian cuisine, and moving multilingual worship. - [Why You Need Anthropology for Community Engagement](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/why-you-need-anthropology-for-community-engagement/): Discover why cultural anthropology and community engagement are vital for global service. Prepare to work respectfully with diverse cultures worldwide. - [4 Ways to Explore Other Cultures at DIU](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/4-ways-to-explore-other-cultures-at-diu/): Beyond the classroom, immerse yourself in global cultures at DIU. Enjoy international food, art, films, and cross-cultural worship experiences right in Dallas. - [What courses are offered in the different terms?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/course-terms/): Most DIU courses are offered in either the Fall or Spring terms (with a few courses offered in both). But the other three terms offer a very limited number of courses. May-Extended term is mainly for Intensive courses offered by CEWA (World Arts department) and undergraduate courses offered by the International Studies Department. Year-term is - [Divine Justice in Jeremiah](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/divine-justice-in-jeremiah/): God can’t stand injustice. He holds those in positions of authority accountable for correcting what is wrong. That’s why authority exists: to uphold justice, to protect the vulnerable, to reflect God’s character. - [Why Do Biblical Scholars Need Linguistics?](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/why-do-biblical-scholars-need-linguistics/): Unlock deeper meaning in Scripture. Discover how linguistics from semantics to discourse analysis helps biblical scholars and pastors avoid interpretive errors. - [DIU Welcomes Ernst Wendland to Faculty](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/diu-welcomes-ernst-wendland-to-faculty/): Dallas International University proudly welcomes Dr. Ernst R. Wendland, an esteemed Bible translation scholar, to the faculty. - [DIU’s 26th Commencement](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/dius-26th-commencement/): DIU's 26th Commencement honored 36 graduates! A night of reflection, worship, and inspiration, featuring milestone degrees and heartfelt messages. - [The Current State of New Testament Discourse Analysis](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/current-state-new-testament-discourse-analysis/): Trace Discourse Analysis from its origins, to its growth, to its current position at the cutting edge of New Testament Studies. - [The Current State of Old Testament Discourse Analysis](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/current-state-old-testament-discourse-analysis/): Deepen your Old Testament understanding! Discourse Analysis unveils how biblical texts communicate, showing their purpose through diverse linguistic methods. - [Can I transfer courses for the MA programs?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/transfer-ma/): Dallas International reserves the right to make final determination of transfer credit acceptability. Students may petition to transfer graduate credit which corresponds to the requirements of our specific graduate programs (degree or certificate) up to a maximum of 40% of the total credits required to complete the DIU program (e.g. 15 credits of a 36 - [Why Celebrate the Council of Nicaea 1700 Years Later?](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/why-celebrate-the-council-of-nicaea-1700-years-later/): Discover why the Council of Nicaea still matters 1700 years later—explore its lasting impact on Christian doctrine and join our Turkey study tour this fall. - [Why Worry?](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/why-worry/): Worry and anxiety can take many forms, but they almost always stem from a sense of insecurity. Jesus is the only antidote. - [How many credits of graduate-level classes can I take with undergraduate admission?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/many-hours-graduate-credit-can-take-undergraduate-admission/): Undergraduate students at DIU can petition to take up to 18 credits of graduate-level classes. In order to take more than 18 credits of graduate-level classes at DIU, you will need to seek Graduate admission status. - [How Do We Know the Apostle John Ministered in Ephesus?](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/how-do-we-know-the-apostle-john-ministered-in-ephesus/): Discover what church history and biblical context reveal about the time Apostle John spent in Ephesus, including insights from Irenaeus, Eusebius, and Jerome. - [Linguistics Serves Bible Translation in Gbaya](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/linguistics-serves-bible-translation-in-gbaya/): DIU alum Adam Huntley shares how his understanding of biblical languages and linguistics enhances his work as a translation consultant. - ["For She Loved Much": Linguistic Ambiguity in Luke 7:47](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/for-she-loved-much-linguistic-ambiguity-luke747/): Even trained Bible scholars and students often misread Luke 7:47. Here's how linguistic analysis can help sort out the ambiguity. - [Linguistic Dynamics in Acts 14](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/linguistic-dynamics-in-acts-14/): DIU professor Dr. Joshua Harper explains the linguistic dynamics at play in Acts 14, the account of Paul and Barnabas in Lystra. - [Fourth Dallas International Student Conference](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/fourth-dallas-international-student-conference/): Student presenters delivered fascinating, high-quality papers for an excellent fourth Dallas International Student Conference (DISCo). - [Why the World Needs Global Affairs Graduates](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/why-the-world-needs-global-affairs-graduates/): Three examples of current pressing global issues that future generations must address, and how our Global Affairs major will help prepare you. - [Crash Course on the Seven Churches of Revelation](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/crash-course-on-the-seven-churches-of-revelation/): Journey through the Seven Churches of Revelation in Turkey. Discover their historical and archaeological importance and enhance your biblical understanding. - [How the Two Testaments Form One Unified Book](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/how-the-two-testaments-form-one-unified-book/): Learn how history, prophecy, covenants connect and how both testments form one amazing unified book. Come and deepen your Bible understanding at DIU. - [DIU Student Translates Indigenous New Testament](https://www.diu.edu/student-spotlight/diu-alumni-translates-indigenous-new-testament/): After 49 years, the Ninam New Testament is complete. Learn about the dedication of workers translating the Bible for the Yanomami people. - [Write Your Way To Success at DIU](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/write-your-way-to-success-at-diu/): Strong writing skills are key to global leadership. DIU offers free writing support services, including consultations and research assistance. - [Preparing Leaders who Prepare Leaders](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/preparing-leaders-who-prepare-leaders/): Preparing leaders who prepare leaders: Royal Kidz Academy empowers through literacy. 100% pass rates in Malawi show their impact. - [Witness the First Archaeological Excavation of Colossae](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/witness-the-first-archaeological-excavation-of-colossae/): First-ever excavation of Colossae! Join our Turkey tour in Sept. 2025 to witness this historic event. - [MA in Biblical Languages & Linguistics Launching Fall 2025](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/ma-in-biblical-languages-linguistics-launching-fall-2025/): The MA in Biblical Languages and Linguistics bridges the gap between modern linguistics and traditional biblical language pedagogy. - [Dick Lynch: A Legacy of Preparing Global Leaders](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/dick-lynch-a-legacy-of-preparing-global-leaders/): Explore Dick Lynch's legacy at DIU: decades of global leadership preparation, management expertise, and personal mentorship. Discover his impact today. - [Biblical Byways Continues under DIU](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/biblical-byways-continues-under-diu/): Explore Bible lands with DIU Biblical Byways Tours! Study Israel & Turkey, trace Paul's journeys. Faith-based, academic trips. Learn more & register! - [Pastor Wopa Eka Memorial Endowed Scholarship](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/pastor-wopa-eka-memorial-endowed-scholarship/): DIU is excited to announce a new endowed scholarship fund that will impact students for years to come. The Pastor Wopa Eka Endowed Scholarship, established by Karl and Joice Franklin in honor of their dear friend and fellow Bible Translator, will assist students pursuing a Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics with the - [Follow in the Footsteps of the Early Church](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/follow-in-the-footsteps-of-the-early-church/): Join DIU Biblical Byways for a Bible Lands Study Tour in Turkey and Greece this September! - [Larry Krause, New VP of Business Administration](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/larry-krause-new-vp-of-business-administration/): Dallas International University is honored to welcome Larry Krause as Vice President of Business Administration. - [Freedom in Christ](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/freedom-in-christ/): True freedom in Christ isn't doing whatever we want, but living as God's servants. Discover the joy of being you, with forgiveness and freedom from guilt. - [5 Tips for Working with People Different than You](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/tips-for-working-with-people-different-than-you/): Working with people different than you is hard...and necessary. Here are 5 tips to help you turn differences into benefits. - [What are the deadlines for making enrollment changes and refunds in upcoming terms?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/enrollment-change-and-refund-deadlines/): For details on how to make changes to your enrollment, please see this information about course changes. Specific Deadlines Per Term Each academic term has deadlines for making changes to enrollment and for corresponding refunds. Below are the dates of the last day allowed for a given action in each of the upcoming terms. - [Church History and the Christian Life](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/church-history-and-the-christian-life/): Learning about the history of the church helps Christians in all walks of life mature personally, professionally, and spiritually. - [Transforming Economics Through Faith](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/transforming-economics-through-faith/): A visionary economist, integrates faith into his teaching. He equips students for Christ-centered engagement in a complex world. - [Living a Life of Faith](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/living-a-life-of-faith/): Living a Life of Faith is a journey. Obstacles arise, but God guides us through. When fear grips, turn to Him. Welcome back, DIU students! May this term be filled with blessings. - [How do I apply for financial aid?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/apply-financial-aid/): In preparation for completing the Financial Aid Application, first address the following items: When you submit your application for admission, you will receive an automated email that will include your DIU student ID number. You will need your ID number to complete your Financial Aid Application. Determine your financial need: Identify your study plan at - [DIU Student Pioneers Method for Exegeting Emotions in the Bible](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/diu-student-pioneers-method-for-emotions-in-the-bible/): An MA student develops "emotion exegesis," a groundbreaking method for understanding and communicating the emotional depth of the Bible. - [What Makes a Good Bible Translation?](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/what-makes-a-good-bible-translation/): Learn how to translate the Bible accurately, clearly, naturally, and acceptably. Discover the secrets of a good Bible translation and explore our programs. - [How can I make a gift?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/how-to-give/): There are several ways for you to make a gift to DIU. Visit our Other Ways to Give page for a full list of options. Make a credit card gift now Our online gift form is a safe and quick way to make a very direct impact on DlU. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and - [DIU Students & Alumni Lead Spoken English Bible Project](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/diu-students-alumni-lead-spoken-english-bible-project/): DIU students and alumni use the translation skills they learned at DIU to produce a Bible translation in natural, spoken English. - [DIU e ALEM se unem para a tradução da Bíblia no Brasil](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/diu-e-alem-se-unem-para-a-traducao-da-biblia-no-brasil/): DIU e ALEM se unem para lançar um Mestrado em Facilitação da Tradução, em Português, capacitando líderes para avançar a tradução da Bíblia no Brasil e além. - [The Product of Working Together](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/the-product-of-working-together/): Translation Advising students worked in multicultural teams to translate Bible stories from English to Swahili in colorful children's books. - [DIU Unveils Global Pathways Exhibit](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/diu-unveils-global-pathways-exhibit/): DIU's collection of artifacts from the four corners of the world enriches students' education with the beauty of global cultures. - [Resisting Temptation By Knowing God](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/resisting-temptation-by-knowing-god/): Jesus overcame temptation through God's Word. We can too, by immersing ourselves in Scripture to resist sin and live a godly life. - [Inspiring Community Participation through Oral Bible Storying](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/inspiring-community-participation-through-oral-bible-storying/): Oral Bible storytelling transformed Bible translation for the Central Pame, boosting community engagement and literacy through the project. - [DIU Students Say Thank You](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/diu-students-say-thank-you/): DIU students open up about the ways student scholarships have removed barriers to pursuing an excellent education. - [The Surprising Power of One Word in Bible Translation](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/the-surprising-power-of-one-word-in-bible-translation/): When the Ncane Bible translation team had to choose between 'this' or 'that,' Peter's fidelity to Jesus hung in the balance. - [A New Year, a Renewed Mission](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/a-new-year-a-renewed-mission/): Paul penned Philippians, one of the most encouraging letters in the Bible, while he was behind bars! His leadership came from a heart and mind that were nourished and sustained by the living God, not by his circumstances. - [DIU Faculty Makes Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/diu-faculty-makes-camino-de-santiago-pilgrimage/): Dr. Beth Argot's journey along the Camino de Santiago gives insight into worship practices that can facilitate healing. - [DIU and Payap University Launch Innovative Linguistics Partnership](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/diu-and-payap-university-launch-innovative-linguistics-partnership/): Dallas International University (DIU) and Payap University have formed a unique, international partnership to enhance their graduate linguistics programs. - [Transformative Fellowship](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/transformative-fellowship/): Explore the power of faith and friendship at Dallas International University. Learn how our community fosters spiritual growth and academic excellence. - [Ninth Issue of DIU Journal Released (JLCR 5.1)](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/ninth-issue-of-diu-journal-released-jlcr-5-1/): Launching our fifth volume, JLCR leads the field in interdisciplinary research focusing on the global domains of language, culture, and religion. - [What Happens After Bible Translation?](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/what-happens-after-bible-translation/): DIU alum participated in the trailblazing Scripture Use Research and Ministry project to find out what happens to translated Bibles after publication. - [When do I pay tuition and fees?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/pay-tuition/): All tuition and fees are due within the first five business days of Spring or Fall terms and within the first four business days of other terms. DIU prefers to have payment up front for the entire term, but it is possible to set up a payment plan for an additional fee. Students who have - [Tackling Education and Literacy Challenges through Gaming Technology](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/tackling-education-and-literacy-challenges-through-gaming-technology/): DIU alum Aaron Hemphill applies his linguistic knowledge from DIU by promoting mother-tongue literacy through a customizable phone game. - [Do I need to reapply for financial aid if I return after a leave of absence?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/returning-student-financial-aid/): Financial aid at DIU is now awarded on a yearly basis. If you have been awarded financial aid for the award year in which you intend to return, you do not need to reapply for financial aid for that award year. All students are expected to apply for financial aid for each award year. - [Do I need to reapply for financial aid if I postpone my entry date?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/financial-aid-postpone-entry/): Possibly. Financial aid is awarded on a yearly basis. The award year covers Fall term through Summer term of the following year. If you have been awarded financial aid for an award year, you can start in any term of that award year without needing to reapply for financial aid. If you postpone your entry - [Do I need to apply each term for financial aid at DIU?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/financial-aid-duration/): No. However, you do need to submit a Financial Aid application for each award year. DIU scholarships apply to a full year, starting with Fall term and ending with the Summer term the following year. - [When should I apply?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/apply/): Your best opportunity for Financial Aid is by applying before the April 1 deadline for the next award year. Financial Aid award years run from Fall term through the Summer term the following year. You may still apply if you miss the deadline, but aid covering the remainder of the award year will be distributed - [Dallas International's 25th Commencement Exercises](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/dallas-internationals-25th-commencement-exercises/): At its 25th Commencement, DIU celebrated graduates preparing for strategic roles like Bible translation, teaching, library science, and trauma healing. - [Life Changed by Literacy](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/life-changed-by-literacy/): Meet Magui, a disabled Kwakum woman, whose family wrote her off as unable to amount to anything. Now, literacy and Bible translation have transformed her life. - [Pursuing Unity through Diversity](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/pursuing-unity-through-diversity/): New cross-cultural academic programs being established in Uganda and Indonesia to train global leaders from diverse backgrounds. - [Can I use Veterans benefits to pay for my DIU education?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/can-use-veteran-benefits-pay-gial-education/): No, DIU is not certified to accept G.I. Bill benefits. - [Exception Clauses and Life after Graduation](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/exception-clauses-and-life-after-graduation/): We all make mistakes, so how do we learn from them? - [2024 Celebration: Friends of DIU Festival and Global Pathways](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/2024-celebration-friends-of-diu-festival-and-global-pathways/): A cultural festival full of fun, connecting, and exploring a variety of cultures and peoples groups through food, artifacts, and stories from around the world. - [DIU Alumnus Transforms Healthcare from Côte d'Ivoire to Switzerland](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/diu-alumnus-transforms-healthcare-from-cote-divoire-to-switzerland/): Discover the story of DIU grad Pierre Soro, who launched a vital health center serving 17,000 in rural Africa in partnership with his home base in Switzerland. - [DIU Alumni Partner in Consulting and Language Development](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/alumni-spotlights/leading-through-partnership/): Discover how DIU alumna Elizabeth Marti exemplifies global leadership and community partnership in language development and cultural exchange. - [Counting the Cost](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/counting-the-cost/): What does Jesus mean when he instructs his followers to count the cost? - [DIU Student Creates Oral Bible Study Tools](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/diu-student-creates-oral-bible-study-tools/): DIU student serves with SIL International to create oral versions of English Bible study tools to assist oral learners. - [Exploring the Tapestry of Christian Diversity at DIU](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/exploring-the-tapestry-of-christian-diversity-at-diu/): Discover how DIU promotes Christian unity through a unique educational journey that embraces interdenominational diversity and learning. - [Can I pay in installments if I can’t pay the full amount at the beginning of a term?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/payment-plan-2/): Yes. To request and make arrangements for a DIU Payment Plan, please correspond with Student-Finances@diu.edu. Please note: a Multiple Payment Fee will accrue with each payment that leaves a balance due. Check the Tuition and Fees page for the current Multiple Payment Fee rate. Please be conscientious and correspond with Student-Finances@diu.edu regarding any changes to - [When should I register for courses for a given term?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/when-should-i-register-for-courses-for-a-given-term/): Even if a course is offered in a particular term, if it has an insufficient number of students registered by two weeks prior to the start of a term, it may be cancelled. Students are encouraged to register for courses as early as possible. Registration for the Spring term opens October 1. Registration for the - [What is the Drop/Add policy?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/drop-add/): Adding Courses Classes may only be added through the 5th term day of the 16-week term (Spring, Fall or Year Term) or through the 4th term day of the 9-week term (Summer or May-Extended). Dropping / Withdrawing from Courses Students dropping a course after the 5th term day in a 16-week term (Spring, Fall or - [Can I get a refund if I drop a course?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/refund/): Refund for Dropping Course(s) A student will receive a refund for any course dropped according to the following scale (calculated separately for each course): Spring/Fall or Year Term Term days 1-5 100% tuition and fees Term days 6-10 - [The Danger of Living in the Future or the Past](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/the-danger-of-living-in-the-future-or-the-past/): The present is where real experiences and real people exist. It’s the world of the unexpected, the wonderful and the unfair; but it is also the place where Christ tells us to live. - [Student Conference Features 15 Wide-Ranging Presentations](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/student-conference-features-15-wide-ranging-presentations/): DIU's DIAL conference showcases student and alumni research across linguistics, theology, and technology in a personal academic setting. - [Global Affairs at DIU: World-Experienced Faculty](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/global-affairs-at-diu-world-experienced-faculty/): DIU cares about global affairs because our faculty have worked in dozens of countries to help address a variety of challenges. - [Unlock Transformative Career Paths with Global Affairs](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/unlock-career-paths-with-global-affairs/): Combine your hope for a better world with the technical skills you need to engage the world and shape the future. - [Finding God in Everything](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/finding-god-in-everything/): ILC Chaplain Marshall Schultz shares stories of finding God in everything and how that impacts our day-to-day life. - [Finding the 'Middle' in Maa](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/academic-forums/finding-the-middle-in-maa/): Doris Payne presents about finding the 'middle' verb form in Maa, a language complex from Kenya and Tanzania. - [Staying the Course](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/staying-the-course/): DIU President Scott Berthiaume interviews his father and mother-in-law about their many years of overseas service, sharing valuable insights on how to stay the course. - [SBA Pioneers New Approach to Student Community](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/sba-pioneers-new-approach-to-student-community/): DIU's student houses initiative this spring brings together diverse students with history-inspired mascots, enriching campus life. - [Reflections on Lent](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/reflections-on-lent/): Rather than doing things out of tradition, Lent reminds us of God’s wonderful act of salvation repeated through millions of lives over centuries throughout the entire world. - [From Nigerian Businessman to DIU Chaplain](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/from-nigerian-businessman-to-diu-chaplain/): Discover how Dr. Timothy Oluminu's journey from Nigerian businessman to minister culminates in his role as the new chaplain at Dallas International University. - [How do I audit a course?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/audit-course/): In order to audit a course, an Audit Permission Form must be approved by the appropriate individuals and be submitted to the Registrar’s Office. Courses taken for audit must be at the student’s current program level or lower, and all prerequisites for an audited course must be completed. The course head will determine the course requirements - [Life Giving Relationships](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/life-giving-relationships/): Joanna Rogers shares about the importance of life-giving relationships in building community. - [Turning Points in Life](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/turning-points-in-life/): These pivotal moments come from a cumulation of events that cause tremendous momentum and, eventually, change and reset. - [Living Faithfully in Times of Change](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/living-faithfully-in-times-of-change/): Scott Berthiaume teaches from Psalm 30 in the first Transform of the Spring 2024 semester. - [Translating Proverbs, Storying Jesus: DIU Alumni in Action](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/alumni-spotlights/translating-proverbs-storying-jesus-diu-alumni-in-action/): DIU alumni labor to contextualize biblical poetry in culturally relevant forms and contribute to a Life of Jesus project. - [Preparation through Spiritual Community](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/preparation-through-spiritual-community/): Explore how DIU fosters spiritual growth and community bonds through its unique Prayer Partner program, nurturing deep, lasting connections. - [Discovering Hope in Amos: How Hebrew Discourse Illuminates](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/discovering-hope-in-amos-how-hebrew-discourse-illuminates/): Discover how DIU's Hebrew studies reveal hope in Amos, blending linguistic analysis with biblical insights. - [Growing Together in Transform Small Groups](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/growing-together-in-transform-small-groups/): DIU's Transform small groups focused on unity through the fall, fostering spiritual growth and campus-wide connections. - [Arise: Resist Passive Living](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/arise-resist-passive-living/): The sluggard is addicted to rest and moreover, to a passive state of existence. Leisure and rest were not intended as the end goal of life. - [Now Available: Journal of Language, Culture, and Religion 4.2](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/now-available-journal-of-language-culture-and-religion-4-2/): The latest issue of JLCR focuses on the intersection of literacy, Scripture, and Bible translation and includes a host of book reviews from various domains. - [Can I pay my tuition and fees with a credit card?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/credit-card-payment/): The preferred way to submit a payment is by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) since there is no convenience fee attached with that method of payment. Visit our Payments page and then click on the 'Pay Now' button. We do accept credit/debit card payments through PayPal. However, students who pay their tuition and/or fee obligations by - [Literacy Megacourse Offered Summer 2024](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/literacy-megacourse-offered-summer-2024/): This course prepares students to do literacy in contexts having little or no tradition of literacy, no instructional materials exist and where there may or may not even be an alphabet. - [New Directions](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/new-directions/): As you move into your next place in life and face new decisions and challenges, remember that God is faithful to direct your steps! - [Spirit Week: Displaying DIU's Unique Identity](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/spirit-week-displaying-diu-unique-identity/): DIU students celebrate the school's one-of-a-kind learning community through Spirit Week activities. - [Learning Like No Other: 2023 Bible Translation Conference](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/connection/learning-like-no-other/): A DIU student shares how the Bible Translation Conference bolstered her DIU learning with practical applications to her life's work. - [Bible Translation for a Community with No Native Speakers](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/academic-forums/bible-translation-for-a-community-with-no-native-speakers/): Professor Pete Unseth presents an academic forum about a written Bible translation done by a group where the language was no longer spoken. - [Why Learn Koine Greek](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/why-learn-koine-greek/): 6 reasons to study Koine Greek at DIU, including the way that it will improve your English grammar and vocabulary. - [Why Learn Chinese](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/why-learn-chinese/): 6 reasons you might choose to study Chinese at DIU, including the opportunities it provides for your future. - [Giving Thanks](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/giving-thanks/): It is God's desire to bring us to a place where we are constantly living in His presence and experiencing thankfulness for His grace in our lives. - [Pressing Toward the Goal](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/pressing-toward-the-goal/): "I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me." What has God placed in your heart? - [Why Learn Arabic](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/why-learn-arabic/): There are benefits of studying any language, but which is right for you? Here are 7 reasons you might choose to study Arabic at DIU. - [The Morphology of Faith](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/the-morphology-of-faith/): We have to put flesh on our faith. Otherwise, we fool ourselves into thinking that our beliefs alone can bring help to the helpless and goodness in a dark place. - [Reflecting on DIU's Day of Prayer](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/reflecting-on-dius-day-of-prayer/): "What was God telling me? His message was instantaneous. Add two more (personal) day of prayers to my calendar, so I did." - [Be Still](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/be-still/): “If only I had ______, everything would be right.” - [Academic Forum Feb 23: Language Development Cluster Projects](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/academic-forums/academic-forum-feb-23-language-development-cluster-projects/): An evaluation of the cluster strategy in Bible translation after 17 years of experience. - [Academic Forum March 9: The Meaning of "toledoth" in the Hebrew Bible](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/academic-forums/academic-forum-march-9-the-meaning-of-toledoth-in-the-hebrew-bible/): An eclectic linguistic approach to the semantic potential of "toledoth" and its implications for discourse analysis. - [DIU PhD Student Named to Board of Wycliffe Global Alliance](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/diu-phd-student-named-to-board-of-wycliffe-global-alliance/): DIU World Arts PhD student Héber Negrão celebrates his appointment to the Wycliffe Global Alliance (WGA) Board of Directors. - [Milestones](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/milestones/): A mission to learn Scripture well and communicate it through other languages and to other cultures. - [My Rights](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/myrights/): What parts of your identity would you be willing to lose in order not to offend those from another culture? - [Intimate Friendships, by Bill Harris](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/intimate-friendships-by-bill-harris/): Bill Harris shares in chapel about levels of intimacy in friendship and ways we can build better relationships with one another. - ["In every office, there is a crocodile on the desk"](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/in-every-office-there-is-a-crocodile-on-the-desk/): DIU professor and alumna teamed up to review three books on oral traditions in the Amharic language of Ethiopia. - [Annual Festival Celebration](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/annual-festival-celebration/): Celebrating God’s provision from the previous year and prayerfully look ahead to the future- with international flair. - [Weeping](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/weeping/): We cannot plan our weeping any more than we can plan the circumstances that caused it, but I can say with all confidence, weeping is a good and healthy thing. - [Discerning God's Call, by Miguel Lopez](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/discerning-gods-call-by-miguel-lopez/): Miguel Lopez speaks on Acts 13:1-3 and discerning God's call in our lives. - [Laments, by Shonna Ingram](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/laments-by-shonna-ingram/): Shonna Ingram shares about laments and then walks participants through how to create a personal lament in the style of the Psalms. - [Praying Through the Book of Common Prayer, by Scott Berthiaume](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/book-of-common-prayer-scott-berthiaume/): Learn to use the Book of Common Prayer to help you connect with God in your personal prayer time. - [Easter](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/easter/): Just as we have celebrated the resurrection of Christ, we look forward to our own resurrection one day. - [The Arts and Our Uniqueness](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/the-arts-and-our-uniqueness/): The arts are so important for the human spirit! Art changes us, often in tacit ways, by connecting the spiritual to the physical, the historical to the reflective present. - [What Do We Do in the Dry Times, by Joshua Harper](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/what-do-we-do-in-the-dry-times-josh-harper/): How to respond and grow closer to God through dry times in our spiritual lives. - [Mural Dedication](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/mural-dedication/): The mural takes inspiration from Psalm 121; God is our help in time of need, uncertainty and difficulty. - [Facts Are Our Friends](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/facts-are-our-friends/): Facts inform us and help us see the world more objectively. - [Journal of Language, Culture, and Religion 4.1 Now Available](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/journal-of-language-culture-and-religion-4-1-now-available/): The latest issue focuses on Bible translation, Bible and Arabian culture, and Hebrew linguistics. - [Celebrating Legacies of Faith](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/celebrating-legacies-of-faith/): A visit to the JAARS campus for their 75th anniversary and commissioning of their new president, Steve Russell. - [Dr. Leanna Rierson to Teach Biblical Studies](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/dr-leanna-rierson-to-teach-biblical-studies/): Dr. Rierson joins the faculty of the College of International Studies with her lifelong passion for studying and teaching the Bible. - [When Language Skills Meet Spiritual Needs](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/when-language-skills-meet-spiritual-needs/): God created humans to be in community. - [On The Move](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/on-the-move/): It is a blessing to be able to learn from one another across diverse cultural and linguistic perspectives. - [Applied Arts Presentations](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/applied-arts-presentations/): Students from the Applied Arts class share works of art and the reasons they chose those art forms and cultural groups. - [Win a Free Copy of Joshua Harper's New Book](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/win-a-free-copy-of-joshua-harpers-new-book/): A detailed yet comprehensive handbook on the Greek text of Habakkuk, Zephaniah, and Haggai, published in 2023. - [Academic Forum: Names and Naming Conventions](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/academic-forums/academic-forum-names-and-naming-conventions/): Michael Boutin examines linguistic and cultural features of Bonggi personal names and illustrates how these features impact translation. - [Strengthening Biblical Foundations through Dual Enrollment](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/strengthening-biblical-foundations-through-dual-enrollment/): Build up your faith in high school, earn high school and college credit, all while participating in the spiritual life of the community. - [Innovative Solutions for New Programs](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/innovative-solutions-for-new-programs/): Graduate certificates utilize a unique “year-term” created for non-traditional class instruction. - [DIU Awarded $100,000 Grant for 4TheWorld-Innovation Project](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/diu-awarded-100000-grant-for-4theworld-innovation-project/): The grant provides 40% of the $250,000 required to improve and update DIU’s technological infrastructure by 2025. - [João Paulo de Aquino Joins JLCR Editorial Board](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/joao-paulo-de-aquino-joins-jlcr-editorial-board/): Dr. João Paulo Thomaz de Aquino is Professor of New Testament at Andrew Jumper Graduate Center in São Paulo, Brazil. - [Lessons Learned](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/lessons-learned/): If you or I were to visit the church of our youth, what would we tell them? Here are five lessons from my first year as the president of DIU. - [Academic Benefits of Dual Enrollment](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/academic-benefits-of-dual-enrollment/): Three ways that Dual Enrollment courses can improve your academic performance and prepare you to excel in college. - [Out with the Old, in with the New?](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/out-with-the-old-in-with-the-new/): Not all old things are worth preserving, but this is one thing that will always remain, and is obtained through an entire life, even generations of lives. - [Pike Center Grant Awarded to PhD Candidate](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/pike-center-grant-awarded-to-phd-candidate/): For research on how forcibly displaced communities relate their experiences through artistic expression in Tbilisi, Georgia. - [Why Learn Biblical Hebrew](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/why-learn-biblical-hebrew/): 7 reasons to choose to study biblical Hebrew at DIU, including how it will change the way you read the Bible. - [Student Mural Unveiled](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/sba-mural-unveiled/): The DIU Student Body Association unveiled the school’s first mural, in honor of President Scott Berthiaume’s inauguration. - [The Good Story](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/the-good-story/): The Old English term 'gospel' means good story, or more popularly coined, good news! - [Deaf Culture Immersion through DIU's Cross-Cultural Practicum](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/program-spotlights/deaf-culture-immersion-through-dius-cross-cultural-practicum/): DIU student Kati puts her education to use during a cross-cultural experience among a Deaf community in Texas. - [Harmony and Unity Within a Village Community](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/harmony-and-unity-within-a-village-community/): Norm Weatherhead shares stories about their life in a village in Papua New Guinea, and some of the lessons that taught about building unity and harmony. - [Three Aspects of a Christian's Calling](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/three-aspects-of-a-christians-calling/): President Scott Berthiaume shares about our call to the Christian faith, our call to serve in a particular vocation, and the context into which we are called to do so. - [Living Life to the Fullest](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/living-life-to-the-fullest/): God’s eternal purposes for each of us include our earthly life, our careers, our families, and our activities, but it also includes the sacrifices and less comfortable things that we often find ourselves committed to. - [Faculty Excellence in Service of Student Formation](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/faculty-excellence-in-service-of-student-formation/): Dr. Harper's publications and wide-ranging interests are always in service of giving his students the best education possible. - [Celebrating Highest Enrollment for a Single Term](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/celebrating-highest-enrollment-for-single-term/): The latest incoming class includes our biggest freshman class ever, each of whom has a promising future of partnering with and serving local communities. - [DIU's New Ancient Biblical Artifacts: A Window to the Past](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/dius-new-ancient-biblical-artifacts-a-window-to-the-past/): DIU's new ancient biblical artifact replicas related provide a window into the past of the biblical writings and the world of the authors. - [From Fear to Familiar](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/from-fear-to-familiar/): What new technologies and ideas do we see in 2023 that may improve education and the spiritual life at our university? - [Win a Linguistic Book Bundle!](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/win-a-linguistic-book-bundle/): Four unique language studies written or edited by DIU faculty members, Richard Boutwell, Michael Boutin, Mark Karan, and Andrew Eatough. - [Neurotheology and Trauma, by Karen Kornelsen](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/chapel/neurotheology-and-trauma-karen-kornelsen/): Learn about how trauma affects neurology and how to retrain your brain's neural pathways. - [Listening for God's Calling](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/listening-for-gods-calling/): Discerning the "call" from God through Scripture and experience. - [The Provision of God](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/the-provision-of-god/): A word of gratitude for the blessing of the International Linguistic Center as a place for all nations to learn and study. - [The Purple Hulls](https://www.diu.edu/events/trinity-arts-past-events/purple-hulls/): Laughter and joy filled the Event Center on May 6, 2023, as an enthusiastic audience filled the room to welcome the Purple Hulls in an evening concert. Talented bluegrass musicians—and identical twins—Katy Lou Clark and Penny Lea (Clark) Gimble spent several years in Nashville honing their craft, writing for Sony Publishing, touring with various professional - [Win a Free Book on Tagalog Grammar by Paul Kroeger](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/news/phrase-structure-and-grammatical-relations-giveaway/): A comprehensive study of grammatical relations as syntactic notions in the Tagalog language by Paul Kroeger. - [DIU Nations' Cup, June 10, 2023](https://www.diu.edu/events/diu-nations-cup-june-10-2023/): Join us for the Nations' Cup tournament June 10, 2023, in DeSoto, TX, and invest in our future global leaders. - [Holy Week](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/holy-week/): “Grant us grace always to never be afraid to die, but to live in such a way so that living and dying, we are thine!" - [What is a 1098-T, and what do I need to do with it?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/what-is-a-1098t/): For information about the 1098-T, please visit our 1098-T Information page. - [I can’t find a FAFSA code for DIU. Does DIU have one?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/cant-find-fafsa-code/): DIU has chosen not to participate in FSA programs like direct or campus-based loans or Federal Work-Study and therefore we do not have a FAFSA code. However, the US Department of Education has designated DIU as an eligible institution for Federal Student Aid (FSA) and students attending DIU may receive deferments on existing FSA program - [Reflecting on Ash Wednesday](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/presidents-pen/reflecting-on-ash-wednesday/): "Lent is a tradition that helps us focus on our need for a Savior as we think about and experience our own mortality." - [How do I enroll in a Dual Enrollment class?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/faq-dual-enrollment/how-to-apply/): The first step is to fill out the initial application form. Our Dual Enrollment Liaison will ensure that the applicant qualifies for Dual Enrollment at DIU. If so, our Liaison will contact the applicant and provide them with the remaining steps to finish the application and answer any questions. Once the applicant is accepted, they - [Who qualifies for Dual Enrollment?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/faq-dual-enrollment/who-qualifies-for-dual-enrollment/): To apply for Dual Enrollment at DIU, students must be at the sophomore, junior, or senior level of high school. Students must either attend a private high school with whom DIU has a Dual Enrollment partnership, or be homeschooled. If a student attends a private high school that does not have a Dual Enrollment partnership - [What are the age requirements for Dual Enrollment?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/faq-dual-enrollment/age-requirements/): Students must be at the sophomore, junior, or senior level of high school education to qualify for Dual Enrollment at DIU. If students want to attend classes in-person on campus, they must be at least 16 years old. - [Where can I find the time each Dual Enrollment class is offered?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/faq-dual-enrollment/class-times/): Students can find the time and days on which a Dual Enrollment course is offered in the Course Schedule, which is in the main menu of the DIU website under Academics --> Catalog & Courses --> Course Schedule. - [Who do I contact to learn more about Dual Enrollment?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/faq-dual-enrollment/contact/): Any questions can be e-mailed to dual-enrollment@diu.edu. - [When do my classes start?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/classes-start/): Specific start dates vary from term to term, so be sure to check the Course Schedule for the specific term. - [Meet our New President](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/president-announcement/): Scott Berthiaume was named the 3rd president of Dallas International University on March 25, 2022 and took office on July 1st. - [North Texas Giving Day](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/north-texas-giving-day/): North Texas Giving Day is in just one week! DIU is raising additional funds for another Victor Bashon Jackson I Scholarship to be awarded to an African American student in Fall 2023. Please join us on NTX GIVING DAY to raise $24,000 for this exciting opportunity. Generous donors are providing $9,500 in matching funds so - [Inauguration Ceremony](https://www.diu.edu/events/inauguration-ceremony/): The Inauguration of Scott Berthiaume, PhD President of Dallas International University Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 10 AM The Board of Trustees of Dallas International University is pleased to announce the inauguration of its third President, Dr. Scott Berthiaume. Continuing the university’s commitment to provide education and research opportunities in multicultural contexts, Scott brings - [Do I need to be admitted to DIU before I can apply for financial aid?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/apply-financial-aid-2/): No. However, before you apply for financial aid, you must submit your application for admission to DIU. After submitting your application for admission, you will receive an email with your DIU student ID number to use in your Financial Aid Application. - [Does DIU provide child care?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/childcare/): DIU does not provide childcare, but there are several daycares and preschools in the area. - [How do I pay tuition and fees?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/pay-classes/): Visit our Payments page for information about paying your tuition and fees. - [Will I need a car while I am at DIU?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/car/): Public transport in Dallas exists and is somewhat accessible (bus connection about ½ mile away), but it is not advisable to rely solely on this for getting places locally (i.e. church, grocery store, home off-campus, etc). A bicycle, at least, is recommended. You can rent an automobile by the day through the SIL housing office - [Does DIU have campus housing?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/housing/): DIU does not own or operate its own housing but there are several on-campus housing options available to students. Visit our Housing page for more information. - [What if one or more of my transcripts is from another country?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/one-transcripts-another-country/): Academic records from outside the United States should be sent directly from the institution(s) that issued them to both DIU and to the Educational Credential Evaluators (www.ECE.org) to verify U.S. equivalency of courses taken and grades and degrees received. DIU requires a “course-by-course evaluation.” If you go to ECE’s website, click “Apply Now,” select your - [What transcripts must I provide?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/transcripts-must-provide/): Each application type has different transcript requirements. Generally, applicants should provide official school records that are relevant to their intended courses or program at DIU. Official transcripts are required for any credits a student wishes to transfer to a degree program at DIU from another institution. For Undergraduate Admission, DIU requires official copies of previous - [What is Gateway admission?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/gateway-admission/): Gateway admission is a quick way to take a few courses at DIU. All we typically need, apart from the application form, is a transcript. Gateway admission status limits you to no more than 10 semester hours of classes at DIU. - [May I visit DIU before I come as a student?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/may-visit-gial-come-student/): Certainly! Check out our Visit DIU page to schedule a visit today! - [Is admission to DIU the same as admission to a degree program?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/degree-admission/): No. Students need an approved Intended Plan of Study (IPS) to be admitted to a DIU degree program. Students should complete an Intended Plan of Study form with the help of their advisor and then submit the IPS to the appropriate department for approval. The IPS should normally be completed by the end of the - [New Scholarship Opportunity](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/esther-scholarship/): The Esther Endowed Scholarship covers all tuition, fees, and a housing stipend up to the cost of a single Guest House room for one graduate student (MA or PhD). - [How many references do I need to provide?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/many-references-need-provide/): Undergraduate and Graduate applicants need to supply us with 3 references from non-family members using the form on our website. Gateway applicants are not required to submit references. The form should be sent from each reference directly to: DIU Admissions DIU-100 7500 W. Camp Wisdom Rd. Dallas, TX 75236 USA or via email to admissions@diu.edu. - [Where should I look for other funding?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/look-funding/): In addition to applying for DIU financial aid, students are encouraged to check out the outside scholarships page for information on non-DIU scholarships. - [Once I have been awarded financial aid at DIU, what do I need to do to keep it?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/faq-financial-aid/withdraw-financial-aid/): There are varying requirements depending on the scholarship terms. The basic requirements are: accepting the scholarship by agreeing to the DIU Financial Aid Scholarship Terms Agreement, and providing information for a thank-you note to the scholarship donor. Some special scholarships will require very specific terms in order to maintain your scholarship. Once you have accepted - [When do I know if I will receive financial aid?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/know-will-receive-financial-aid/): Financial aid awards for the upcoming award year will be announced by mid-April for those who applied by the April 1 deadline. Those who apply for financial aid after the deadline will learn of their award covering the remainder of the award year within a month or two of their application and certainly before their - [Do I need to be enrolled full-time, or can I be a part-time student?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/enrolled-full-time-can-part-time-student/): It doesn’t matter if you are a full-time or part-time student. Some special scholarships require full-time enrollment, but most scholarships do not. - [Who qualifies for financial aid?](https://www.diu.edu/uncategorized/qualifies-financial-aid/): Any DIU student with financial need may apply for financial aid. - [Do I need to have a certain GPA in order to qualify?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/certain-gpa-order-qualify/): Not necessarily. Only a few of the financial aid scholarships require a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher. - [What will financial aid cover?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/financial-aid-cover/): DIU offers several need-based scholarships for students including international students. Most scholarships cover a percentage of tuition, unlikely to exceed 40%. A few special scholarships cover a larger percentage of expenses. - [Does DIU provide student health insurance?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/health-insurance-2/): DIU does not sponsor a health insurance plan for its students. International students with a DIU-sponsored visa are required to have adequate health insurance coverage for themselves and their immediate family members while they are in the United States. For more information please visit our International Student Health Insurance page. Non-international students are strongly encouraged - [How good do my grades need to be to be considered for admission to DIU?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/good-grades-need-considered-admission-gial/): At least 2.75 cumulative GPA in your high school studies, if applying for undergraduate admission status with 0-23 undergraduate credit hours. At least 2.00 cumulative GPA for all undergraduate classes taken, if you haven’t yet completed a bachelor's degree or if you plan to take only undergraduate-level classes. At least 2.80 cumulative GPA on 72 - [Where can I buy textbooks?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/can-buy-textbooks/): DIU does not own or operate a bookstore. You will need to buy your textbooks online. You may use the big vendors or try http://www.BookFinder4U.com which searches multiple online bookstores. What textbooks do I need? - [Am I required to attend orientation?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/orientation/): If you are new to DIU or resuming studies here after an absence, you will be required to complete the online orientation course in Canvas. An in-person welcoming event will also be held at the beginning of each term to welcome on-campus students to campus. - [What is DIU’s attendance policy?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/attendance-policy/): Attendance is monitored for enrolled students in all courses. Students must be present for a minimum of 80% of their scheduled classes and may not be absent for more than four consecutive class sessions. Any student in violation of the attendance policy will receive an F as their final course grade. Exceptions can only be - [Can I waive prerequisites?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/can-waive-prerequisites/): Students may petition, on a course-by-course basis with proper documentation, to waive prerequisite(s) based on equivalent course(s) taken elsewhere. Any course used as a prerequisite for a graduate course must have a minimum grade of B-. Any course used as a prerequisite for an undergraduate course must have a minimum grade of C+. Some courses - [Arts and Trauma Healing](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/arts-and-trauma-healing/): Arts and Trauma Healing engages students in reading, writing, and hands-on learning for facilitating small groups in an arts-based trauma healing process. - [Can an international student work while enrolled at DIU?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/can-and-international-student-work-while-enrolled-at-diu/): Non-US citizens, including international students, are only allowed to work in the U.S in certain circumstances and only with prior permission to do so. See the Employment for Internationals page of our website. - [Do international students have to fill out U.S. tax forms?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/do-international-students-have-to-fill-out-u-s-tax-forms/): Yes, most internationals in the US are required to fill out at least one form each year. See the US Tax Law for Internationals page to learn more. - [What level of English proficiency is required to study at DIU?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/level-english-proficiency-required-study-gial/): Please visit the English Language Proficiency Requirements page of our website. - [What are the requirements for an international student application to DIU?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/requirements-international-student-application-gial/): A student intending to study at DIU must meet all the application requirements for the level of admission he/she will require to complete his/her intended program, and, if a visa will be required to study at DIU, the international application requirements. The three levels of admission at DIU are: Gateway admission Undergraduate admission Graduate admission - [Who requires a student visa to study at DIU?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/requires-student-visa-study-gial/): Anyone in the U.S. who is not a citizen of the U.S. and has not been granted temporary or permanent resident status in the U.S. will require a student visa to enroll in classes at DIU. Citizens of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) participating countries who intend to study cannot travel on the VWP except to undertake recreational study as - [How long does the application process for an international student require?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/long-application-process-international-student-require/): If a non-US citizen is applying to pursue a degree at DIU and the student will be seeking a student visa to do so, the DIU International Student Office recommends that you submit the application form to DIU at least 6 months before you expect to begin classes. If no visa will be required, we recommend you submit - [Which application do I use to audit a course?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/application-use-audit-course/): There is no application form for students who only want to audit courses. In order to audit a course, a student must apply for and be accepted to DIU in one of our regular admission statuses. See Admission FAQ “Which application form should I use to apply to DIU?” Once you are admitted, you and - [Click here for March 2021 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-march-2021-list-of-new-books-added/): 43 New Titles! - [New Faculty Publication](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/new-faculty-publication/): Dallas International University and the Center for Excellence in World Arts are excited to announce a new publication of work by Dr. Brian Schrag, CEWA Founder, DIU Adjunct Faculty, International Arts Consultant, and SIL Ethnomusicology & Arts. Artistic Dynamos: An Ethnography on Music in Central African Kingdoms Brian Schrag, PhD Artistic Dynamos explains how all - [Click here for Jan-Feb 2021 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-jan-feb-2021-list-of-new-books-added/): 23 New Titles! - [What is a statement of purpose?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/statement-purpose/): This is a short statement indicating 1) why you chose to apply to DIU, 2) what you hope to gain in your studies here, and 3) what you hope to do with the education you receive here. A typical statement of purpose is 2-3 paragraphs long. The Statement of Purpose form can be found on - [Which application should I fill out for an online course?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/online-course-application/): There is not a separate application for students who intend to study at DIU via distance-ed. The correct application form for you to use should be determined by the level (graduate vs. undergraduate) and the number of credits you hope to take. See Admission FAQ “Which application form should I use to apply to DIU?” - [Which application form should I use to apply to DIU?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/application-form-use-apply-diu/): It depends on what level of courses and how many courses you intend to take. Generally, applicants are encouraged to apply for the highest level admission status for which they qualify. If you only want to take a few courses, Gateway admission allows you to take up to 10 credits at DIU. Graduate admission allows - [Do I need to apply for graduate status?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/need-apply-graduate-status/): If you have a completed bachelor's degree and intend to take more than 9 credits of graduate-level classes at DIU, you should apply for graduate admission status. Graduate admission status permits enrollment in any graduate-level class, as well as any undergraduate-level class which may be a prerequisite to your expected graduate-level work. Gateway students are - [Dr. Beth Argot Awarded 2021 Teacher-Scholar Vital Worship Grant](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/dr-beth-argot-awarded-2021-teacher-scholar-vital-worship-grant/): On December 1, 2020, the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship (CICW) announced that it will fund 17 grants to Teacher-Scholars for 2021-2022 as part of its Vital Worship Grants Program. We are delighted to announce that DIU faculty member Beth Argot, Ph.D., was among those selected to receive a Teacher-Scholar Vital Worship Grant - [First DIAL Conference](https://www.diu.edu/events/first-dial-conference/): Our first biannual, in-house academic conference was a great success! We had virtual presentations from at least three countries, including topics such as: Articulation Is Not Enough: Prosody in Northern Pame Acquisition Local Arts as Responsive Modalities in Times of Crisis A Grammatical Sketch of the Kalasha Language Using the Role and Reference Grammar - [Click here for October 2020 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-october-2020-list-of-new-books-added/): 55 New Titles! - [How do I secure a Corporate Matching-gift Programs gift for DIU?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/gift-matching/): Click to view a list of companies who participate in corporate gift matching programs. Not on the list? Ask your company if they would like to participate. - [How does DIU benefit from my gift?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/benefit-gift/): Dallas International University receives no federal or state gifts and depends upon the support of individual donors, foundations, and churches. These gifts provide valuable scholarships that allow DIU to provide financial aid to every student in need so that upon graduation they can immediately begin serving. These gifts also provide resources critical to the development - [How does my gift make a difference?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/gift-make-difference/): Dallas International University is training the next generation of workers in the areas of Bible translation, language development, literacy, and world arts. Our graduates receive exemplary education that is applicable and realistic in solving the real-world problems of illiteracy, poverty, and human suffering. Your gift will help provide funding that makes this possible. - [Why should I give to DIU?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/give-gial/): Dallas International University’s purpose is rooted in the conviction that the Bible should be available in everyone’s heart language. Our graduates’ work makes a difference in people’s lives which will last long after they are gone. This means that your gift will have a global, multi-generational impact. - [We Reached Our Goal!!](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/we-reached-our-goal/): Thanks to YOU, we raised more than our $15,000 goal for North Texas Giving Day! Thanks also to our amazing Board of Trustees and faithful partners who gave the matching grant to make this possible. Your partnership helps us provide high-quality education for world arts professionals, literacy specialists, translators, anthropologists, and many more to - [Student Life Center Open!](https://www.diu.edu/events/student-life-center-open/): The Student Life Center is open for business! Last month, DIU hosted the grand opening for our brand-new Student Life Center. We are so excited to have a place where students can gather, study, and build community. In the Student Life Center, DIU students now have a conference room, a game area, several study - [Proverbs, Riddles, and Dictionaries](https://www.diu.edu/events/proverbs-riddles-and-dictionaries/): Dr. Pete Unseth was delighted to receive four books in the mail, all written by a former student in Ethiopia. Two are dictionaries of Ethiopian languages, one is a collection of over 1,100 Amharic riddles, and one is a collection of over 20,000 Amharic proverbs. Since Dr. Unseth is fascinated by proverbs, during the Covid - [Robin Green Ulibarri](https://www.diu.edu/student-spotlight/robin-green-ulibarri/): Can you imagine not having even one verse of God’s Word in your heart language? According to the Wycliffe Global Alliance (2016), for over 160 million people, speaking about 1,700-1,800 different languages, this is the case. Many of these languages have not even been written down; these cultures primarily use oral communication. But God is - [Click here for Mar-Jun 2020 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-mar-jun-2020-list-of-new-books-added/): 64 New Titles - [What are the full course load and maximum course load numbers?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/what-are-the-full-course-load-and-maximum-course-load-numbers/): In Fall and Spring Terms (16 weeks) full-time is considered to be: 12 undergraduate-only semester hours, with a maximum of 18 semester hours 9 graduate-only semester hours or 9 semester hours of any combination of ush and gsh, with a maximum of 15 semester hours 6 semester hours of PhD, 6xxxx-level courses, with a maximum - [Whom can I ask to do my letters of recommendation?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/can-ask-letters-recommendation/): Non-family members only. If your performance in undergraduate studies was less than stellar, we recommend you choose at least two references who can vouch for your ability to succeed academically (e.g. former professors). Otherwise, you can choose people from your work history, church history, or long-time friends/acquaintances. The recommendation form can be found on our - [Click here for February 2020 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-february-2020-list-of-new-books-added/): 43 New Titles! - [20th Anniversary Celebration](https://www.diu.edu/events/youre-invited-20th-anniversary-celebration/): Thanks to all those who joined in celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Dallas International University. Together with several hundred people, we remembered how God has faithfully blessed us and shared our vision for the future, asking for his blessing and the prayers of his people. We are also grateful for the generous gifts received that - [Glimpses of life at DIU](https://www.diu.edu/events/glimpses-of-life-at-diu/): Life at Dallas International University has many facets. This video encapsulating a year at DIU shows some of the many faces and events of life here. - [Comprehensive Exams are Just Around the Corner](https://www.diu.edu/events/comprehensive-exams-are-just-around-the-corner/): Students are preparing for the comprehensive exams, scheduled for April 18, just a few weeks from now. A successful score will result in a well-earned master’s degree in either Applied Linguistics, Language and Cultural Studies, Abrahamic Studies, or World Arts at Dallas International University. Show support for each of the graduate students who are nearing - [Click here for December 2019 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-december-2019-list-of-new-books-added/): 34 New Titles! - [Click here for November 2019 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-november-2019-list-of-new-books-added/): 87 New Titles! - [Make Arts for a Better Life](https://www.diu.edu/events/make-arts-for-a-better-life/): Brian Schrag and his ethnomusicologist colleague, Kathleen Van Buren, published a new book through Oxford University Press, Make Arts for a Better Life. This volume uses an interdisciplinary foundation involving ethnomusicology, anthropology, community development, folklore, and communication studies to present the process of arts advocacy in any community with any art form. It fleshes out the methodologies - [Annual SBA Memorial Day Picnic, Monday, May 27, 2019](https://www.diu.edu/events/annual-sba-memorial-day-picnic-monday-may-27-2019/): Dallas International University SBA invites faculty, staff, and the entire International Linguistics Center to celebrate Memorial Day on Monday, May 27, 2019. Hotdogs, hamburgers, potluck, family-based activities, and a tournament are sure to keep all ages entertained. - [ACADEMIC FORUM](https://www.diu.edu/events/academic-forum/): Thursday, October 24, 12:20-1:15PM, Mahler 5/7; Peter Schuelke, University of Hawaii; Diagnosing Symmetrical Voice in Little-described Languages; Symmetrical-voice languages are ones that display more than one default transitive pattern. Each pattern, called a voice, correlates with a different thematic role which acts as the pivot of each voice. The pivot of each clause is available - [Celebrate With Us!](https://www.diu.edu/events/celebrate-with-us/): Dallas International University is excited to announce full funding of the Eduard Alekseyev Endowed Scholarship for World Arts! Thanks to the generosity of people like you $30,000 has been raised. This $30,000 will be doubled by the donors who issued the matching challenge, giving a total of $60,000 in the endowment. The Alekseyev Scholarship provides - [Dallas International University Celebrates!](https://www.diu.edu/events/dallas-international-university-celebrates/): Tuesday night, June 4, 2019 marked the 20th commencement service for Dallas International University. Around 375 friends and families gathered together with faculty, staff, and students for this celebration. Graduates receive an exemplary education that is applicable and realistic in solving the real-world problems of illiteracy, poverty, and human suffering. Over the last 20 years, - [Click here for Oct 2019 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-oct-2019-list-of-new-books-added/): 137 New Titles! - [Bible Translation Day](https://www.diu.edu/events/bible-translation-day/): September 30th is Bible Translation Day. The first Bible Translation Day was proclaimed by the U.S. Congress more than 50 years ago in 1966. The church calendar remembers September 30 as the feast day for St. Jerome who was the translator of the Latin Vulgate Bible. Dallas International University continues the work of translation today - [Click here for Aug. 2019 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-aug-2019-list-of-new-books-added/): 64 New Titles! - [Click here for June 2019 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-june-2019-list-of-new-books-added/): 61 New Titles! - [What scores will I need on the GRE?](https://www.diu.edu/uncategorized/scores-will-need-gre/): Contact admissions@diu.edu to discuss any questions you have regarding GRE scores. GRE scores presented to Dallas International should not be more than 5 years old. - [Where do I send my overseas transcripts for evaluation?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/send-overseas-transcripts-evaluation/): Academic records from outside the United States or Canada should be sent to both Dallas Int’l and to the Educational Credential Evaluators (www.ECE.org), the school record evaluation service that we recommends, to verify U.S. equivalency of courses taken and grades and degrees received. Dallas Int’l requires a “course-by-course evaluation.” If you go to ECE’s website, - [Click here for May 2019 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-may-2019-list-of-new-books-added/): 55 new titles added, including 19 CEWA items! - [Click here for Apr 2019 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-apr-2019-list-of-new-books-added/): 80 new titles, including 59 CEWA books! - [Click here for April 2019 list of new books added](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-april-2019-list-of-new-books-added/): 39 new CEWA books! - [Click here for new March 2019 titles](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-new-march-2019-titles/): 45 new titles! - [Click here for Feb. 2019 New Titles!](https://www.diu.edu/library/click-here-for-feb-2019-new-titles/): 98 New Titles! - [International Year of Indigenous Languages](https://www.diu.edu/events/international-year-of-indigenous-languages/): IYIL LANGUAGE GAME NIGHT March 22, 2019, 7:00 -9:00 p.m., in Mahler classroom 5/7; One game will be a double-board, double tiles, “multilingual Scrabble.” Play any word (with Roman script) in any language you know. No challenges, but you do need to ID the language and what the word means. Other games will be those - [Dallas International launches PhD program](https://www.diu.edu/events/dallas-international-launches-phd-program/): The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges has approved Dallas International University’s proposal to launch a PhD in World Arts. This is the first PhD program to be offered by Dallas International and meets a global need for the highest level of training for teachers, researchers, and consultants in the field of - [CPR CLASS OFFERED](https://www.diu.edu/events/cpr-class-offered/): March 9, 2019, 8:00-12:00 noon, in classroom M5/7; American Heart Association CPR Training including Adult & child CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training, will be taught by Fireman Brad Smith. This course is for non-medical personnel. $35 (no book) will get you certificate of attendance. Book - $45; wallet card - $20. If you - [BT Conference coming Fall 2019](https://www.diu.edu/events/bt-conference-coming-fall-2019/): Dallas International University and SIL International will host the biennial BT Conference this coming fall. Register before July 1 for lower registration fees. Extra discounts available for students! For more information, visit https://www.btconference.org/. When: October 11, 2019 – October 15, 2019 Where: International Linguistics Center 7500 W. Camp Wisdom Rd Dallas, TX 75236 - [Dr. Peter Unseth Presenting at ILA Conference](https://www.diu.edu/events/2018-04-20_dr-peter-unseth-presenting-at-ila-conference/): On Friday, April 20, 2018, Dr. Peter Unseth will be speaking at a plenary session of the International Linguistic Association’s annual conference at St. John’s University in New York. The conference theme is “Language and Religion” and his paper will be “Bible Translators Lead the Way in Valuing Creole Languages.” His paper shows that through - [Do I really have 10 years to complete my MA degree?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/degree-completion/): Yes. The MA degree must be completed within 10 years of the date when the first graduate course applied to the degree was taken. If the MA degree is not finished at that time, any credits over 10 years old are lost. The lost credit hours must be replaced. - [Ryan Pennington](https://www.diu.edu/student-spotlight/ryan-pennington/): At fourteen, when Ryan began to follow Christ, he experienced God’s call to cross-cultural service. As undergraduates at Dallas Baptist University (DBU), he and his wife, Crystal, heard David Ross, Dallas International’s first president, speak about his cross-cultural experiences and met him afterward. As a result, Crystal and Ryan eventually completed a minor in Applied - [Ann von Chance](https://www.diu.edu/student-spotlight/ann-von-chance/): Ever since she was a child, Ann had wanted to work cross-culturally. She was especially impacted by her aunt and uncle, who worked cross-culturally, and by her church, which is supportive of cross-cultural ministry. Later, Ann went on to graduate with her linguistics B.A. from the University of California. Since Ann had some Brazilian friends - [Paul Hefft](https://www.diu.edu/student-spotlight/paul-hefft/): Paul Hefft grew up as the son of cross-cultural workers in Panama. After three years as a pastor in Illinois, God called him and his wife, Melissa, away from their “reached” ministry field to serve Bibleless people groups. Consequently, they joined Wycliffe, started Dallas International training, and graduated in 2009 with certificates in Applied Linguistics. - [Gretchen Harro](https://www.diu.edu/student-spotlight/gretchen-harro/): As an elementary school teacher in California, Gretchen gradually realized that she had unused language gifts and that she didn’t belong in her teachers’ community anymore, where a focus on salaries over students reigned. After a trip to Guatemala and a Wycliffe workshop, Gretchen began to think, “Maybe God wants me to leave this wealthy - [Tim Bachmann](https://www.diu.edu/student-spotlight/tim-bachmann/): Having grown up in Brazil as the children of missionaries, Tim Bachmann and his siblings eventually decided to follow in their parents’ footsteps. Responding to God’s leading, Tim studied at Word of Life Seminary in Brazil. After completing seminary and marrying Von, a Brazilian he met there, Tim worked with his family in northeastern Brazil - [Shadrack Kakui](https://www.diu.edu/student-spotlight/shadrack-kakui/): Shadrack Kakui came to Dallas International to get training in linguistics and translation. He plans to use his training to continue to honor his commitment to serve a people group that is largely unreached – the deaf. Shadrack would like to share with you the story of how God is working through him to reach the deaf community in Kenya. - [Josh Samuels](https://www.diu.edu/student-spotlight/josh-samuels/): For Josh Samuels, the road to Dallas International has been full of twists and turns. However, he has sensed God’s leading each and every step of the way. Although Josh does not know exactly where the Lord will take him from here, he continues to trust that God will faithfully guide him to his future ministry in church-planting and Bible translation. - [Lynette Wilson](https://www.diu.edu/student-spotlight/lynette-wilson/): God gave Lynette a heart for nonbelievers and languages, even from an early age. Later, as a high school student, she remembered hearing about Bible translation from missionaries at her church, then thought of a fellow student who was an atheist. “My heart broke for him,” she recalled. “I knew then that I wanted to - [Part 2 of Arts & Orality published](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/part-2-arts-orality-published/): The International Council of Ethnodoxologists (ICE), one of the partners of the Center for Excellence in World Arts, has collaborated a second time with the International Orality Network to produce a volume of the Orality Journal dedicated to equipping people to engage local arts in oral contexts. Journal contributors hail from five continents. Representation from - [Have you seen the award-winning ICE website?](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-news/have-you-seen-the-award-winning-ice-website/): Worship Leader Magazine, with a readership of over 80,000, has announced the newly designed International Council of Ethnodoxologists (ICE) website as one of the Best of 2016 Editor’s Picks! We congratulate our CEWA partner on this award. Explore the website (or view this detailed overview): Click a region of the map on the home page - [Creating Orthographies for Endangered Languages](https://www.diu.edu/events/creating-orthographies-endangered-languages/): Based on her 2013 thesis at Dallas International, Kathleen Sackett has a chapter being published in a new book coming out this month from Cambridge University Press. Her thesis was about working with the Tsakhur speaking community of Azerbaijan, helping the community find ways to spell their language in a way that was acceptable to - [Oral Translation Course - AL5308](https://www.diu.edu/events/oral-translation-course-al5308/): "Come one, come all to Dallas International’s first course on Oral Translation!" AL5308 Oral Translation 3 graduate credits, No prerequisites How do people in predominantly oral societies share information? How do they learn? Do people need to be able to read to learn a new concept? To grow in faith? Is there really such - [Spring Picnic 2016](https://www.diu.edu/events/spring-picnic-2016/): The Spring picnic was a hit! Check out the video below for pictures from the event. The Dallas International Student Body Association holds a campus-wide picnic twice a year. It's a great time for students to take a break from homework and relax with friends, faculty and staff. - [Tone Analysis Course at Dallas International](https://www.diu.edu/events/tone-analysis-course-at-gial/): Did you get that tone right? Over half the world’s languages are tonal – are you prepared? Only offered every other year, students will learn basic behavior of tone in the world’s languages, practice on hearing tone and examining it with Speech Analyzer, organizing and managing tone data, linguistic theory for how to analyze tone, tone in orthographies, and a written project [...] - [What will my address be if I am an SIL Guest House resident?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/guest-house-address/): Your mailing address will be: GSH-101 7500 W. Camp Wisdom Rd. Dallas, TX 75236 - [Who do I contact for airport transportation?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/contact-airport-transportation/): For transportation from the airport, train or bus terminal, you may contact the ILC Housing Office at (972) 708-7426 and request a list of individuals and companies that provide this service. It is the student's responsibility to contact the service directly to make arrangements in advance for transportation. - [What off-campus housing options are available?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/housing-options/): In addition to several one-story multiplexes operated by the SIL Housing office across there street, there are some rentals in the area owned by International Linguistic Center (ILC) employees or related personnel which may have vacancies. For more information on SIL/ILC-related rentals visit our Housing page. Other options: Our campus is located within minutes of several - [Ninth DFW Metroplex Linguistics Conference](https://www.diu.edu/events/ninth-dfw-metroplex-linguistics-conference/): The 9th DFW Metroplex Linguistics Conference will be held all day Friday, October 20. Faculty and students from UTA, UNT, A&M-Commerce, and Dallas International will be presenting talks and posters. This year the event will be held at the UTA Fort Worth campus at 1401 Jones Street Fort Worth, TX 76102. The event is open - [Mother Tongue Education in East Timor](https://www.diu.edu/events/mother-tongue-education-in-east-timor/): The head of Dallas International's Applied Anthropology Department, Steve Walter, traveled to Thailand in June to present on his work on Mother Tongue Education in East Timor. Abstract: The new country of East Timor has a small population, but its people speak 20 different local languages and 3 "foreign" languages - Bahasa Indonesia, Portuguese, and English. - [Drawing Connections to English through Mother-Tongue Literacy](https://www.diu.edu/uncategorized/drawing-connections-to-english-through-mother-tongue-literacy/): Dallas International Academic Forum Thursday, May 26, 12:20-1:15, “Brown Bag Lunch” Mahler 7 Dallas International Megacourse Literacy Students “The Karen/Karenni Project in Dallas: Drawing Connections to English through Mother-Tongue Literacy” In an experimental program to help illiterate Burmese refugees in the Dallas area learn to read English, the Megacourse students developed a Roman script orthography - [Celebrating Our Founding President – Dr. David Ross](https://www.diu.edu/events/celebrating-our-founding-president-dr-david-ross/): Dessert Social Fund Raiser for the Tozer Scholarship Fund, Thursday January 26, 2017, 6:30-8:00 (program starts at 7:00) at the ILC Event Center. Open to the public. - [Wendish proverbs](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/wendish-proverbs/): Dallas International Associate Professor and proverb buff, Pete Unseth, spoke about Wendish proverbs to the Texas Wendish Heritage Society on May 15. He showed examples of Wendish proverbs as short poems and even a tongue twister. He showed how their proverbs reflected life in their traditional setting, but also showed how their proverbs may have - [Arts & Orality journal volume published](https://www.diu.edu/events/arts-orality-journal-volume-published/): The International Council of Ethnodoxologists (ICE), one of the partners of the Center for Excellence in World Arts, has collaborated with the International Orality Network in producing a volume of the Orality Journal focused exclusively on the use of ethnoarts in oral contexts. Contributions from the Dallas International community include articles by Wendy Atkins (student), - [Dallas International Academic Forum: April 28](https://www.diu.edu/events/gial-academic-forum-april-28/): Descriptive vs. expressive reduplication in Kimaragang and beyond Dr. Paul Kroeger, Dallas International Thursday, April 28, 12:20-1:15, “Brown Bag Lunch” Mahler 7 This talk describes “expressive” (or “affective”) uses of reduplication in Kimaragang (a Philippine-type language of northern Borneo); that is, the use of reduplication to express the speaker’s feelings or attitudes rather than to - [Educational Strategies in East Timor](https://www.diu.edu/events/educational-strategies-in-east-timor/): Dallas International ACADEMIC FORUM All are welcome: Tuesday, March 29, 12:20-1:15, Note change from THURSday to TUESday “Brown Bag Lunch” Mahler 7 Dr. Steve Walter, Dallas International & SIL “School Transplantation, Multilingual Education, and other Educational Strategies in East Timor” In the newly independent country of E. Timor, multiple experimental educational programs are currently underway, - [Troubleshooting the Ngbugu Tone and Vowel System](https://www.diu.edu/events/troubleshooting-the-ngbugu-tone-and-vowel-system/): Dallas International Academic Forum, Thursday, April 7, 2016 12:20 - 1:15 Mahler 5/7. Ken Olson, PhD Despite having an established orthography for 20 years, the Ngbugu people of Central African Republic reported significant reading difficulties. To address this, an assessment of the Ngbugu phonological system and extant orthography was carried out during a workshop in - [Language Genesis in Nicaragua](https://www.diu.edu/events/language-genesis-in-nicaragua/): The Sociolinguistics of an Emerging Deaf Community Dallas International Academic Forum, Thursday, March 10, 2016 12:20 - 1:15 Mahler 5/7. Beth Gray This presentation will focus on the emergence of a new signed language among Deaf people in Nicaragua, highlighting the sociolinguistic factors that impact language genesis, shift, and use. - [The syllabary used by the Kickapoo in Mexico](https://www.diu.edu/events/the-syllabary-used-by-the-kickapoo-in-mexico/): Dallas International ACADEMIC FORUM Thursday, Febrary 25, 12:20-1:15, “Brown Bag Lunch” Mahler 7, Pete Unseth The Kickapoo living in northern Mexico have claimed to use the Cherokee syllabary created by Sequoyah. The presentation will present evidence showing that it is actually an obscure script known as the “Great Lakes Algonquian Syllabary”. This evidence is then - [Helping Communities Incorporate Their Own Language, Culture, Art Forms and Values into Relevant Teaching Materials](https://www.diu.edu/events/helping-communities-incorporate-their-own-language-culture-art-forms-and-values-into-relevant-teaching-materials/): Dallas International ACADEMIC FORUM Thursday, February 11, 12:20-1:15, “Brown Bag Lunch” Mahler 7 Mary Saurman and Liz Braun Foerster, Mainland Southeast Asia “Helping Communities Incorporate Their Own Language, Culture, Art Forms and Values into Relevant Teaching Materials” This is based on a case study of the Lahusi community in Northern Thailand, one of many communities - [Translating New Testament Proverb-Like Sayings in the Style of Local Proverbs](https://www.diu.edu/uncategorized/translating-new-testament-proverb-like-sayings-in-the-style-of-local-proverbs/): The most recent issue of The Bible Translator, a technical journal for translators, carried an article by Chris Pluger, a recent graduate of Dallas International. Chris works with Lutheran Bible Translators in Zambia. The article was based on his thesis where he wrote about how he and a team of Zambian translators collected local proverbs - [Academic Forum: The Nelc Dance of Nedr Island](https://www.diu.edu/events/gial-academic-forum-the-nelc-dance-of-nedr-island/): Dallas International ACADEMIC FORUM Thursday, January 28, 12:20-1:15 “Brown Bag Lunch” Mahler 7 Adam Walker will present on “The Nelc Dance of Nedr Island" Some Initial Thoughts on the Dance, Its Cultural Import, and Spiritual Significance Dance is an art form which, like any other, can be used to glorify God or for less noble - [Academic Forum - Banana Fiber Weaving](https://www.diu.edu/events/academic-forum-banana-fiber-weaving/): The final Dallas International Academic Forum of the fall semester will be presented by Kim Beebe Wells on Thursday, Dec. 17 at 12:20 in Mahler 5/7. Kim accompanied Brenda Boerger to the Solomon Islands on a trip to do language and culture documentation. Her presentation is on the resurrection of the art of Banana Fiber Weaving, a - [Society for Ethnomusicology Conference](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-professors-participate-in-society-for-ethnomusicology-conference-in-austin-tx/): Dr. Brian Schrag and Dr. Neil R. Coulter, of the Center for Excellence in World Arts, will each be chairing panel sessions at the upcoming Annual Conference of the Society for Ethnomusicology (SEM), held in Austin, Texas. Schrag chairs a panel titled “Repossessing Practices: Heritage, Nation, Worship,” and Coulter chairs the panel “Crossing Identities: Indigeneity - [Fulbright Visiting Scholar Pius W. Akumbu](https://www.diu.edu/uncategorized/fulbright-visiting-scholar-pius-w-akumbu/): Fulbright Visiting Scholar from Cameroon, Pius W Akumbu, will give a lecture on Babanki Literacy Classes and Community-Based Language Research. Wednesday, December 2, 2015, Time: 12:20-1:15 PM, Place: Mahler Building, Room 5/7, 7500 W. Camp Wisdom Rd. Dr. Pius W. Akumbu teaches in the Department of Linguistics, University of Buea and is currently a visiting - [Academic Forum: Object marking in Shekgalagari](https://www.diu.edu/events/academic-forum-object-marking-in-shekgalagari/): Academic Forum: Object marking in Shekgalagari by Mical Hilbert Nov. 12, 12:20 - 1:15, Mahler 5/7 Mical's paper will focus on a common synatactic problem in Bantu languages. A long-standing question in Bantu languages is if the object markers are agreement prefixes or incorporated pronouns (Bresnan & Mchombo 1987). Givón (1976) claimed that these processes - [Academic Forum: The Household in 1 Peter](https://www.diu.edu/events/academic-forum-the-household-in-1-peter/): Academic Forum: The Household in 1 Peter: Family from a Contextual and Thematic View The next Dallas International Academic Forum will be held Nov. 5 at 12:20pm in Mahler 5/7. The presenter will be Ervin Starwalt, Dallas International Faculty member. His presentation is a discourse-based exegesis of some of the socially controversial statements found in - [Academic Forum: Pondering Micah's Structure](https://www.diu.edu/events/academic-forum-pondering-micahs-structure/): Pondering Micah's Structure: A Syntactical Discourse Approach to Micah's Problems. Joanna Hoyt, Ph. D. October 22, 2015 12:20-1:15pm Mahler 5/7 The lack of agreement on Micah's structure is well documented. In an effort to solve Micah's structural riddles, this paper analyzes Micah based on discourse types. Building on Longacre's approach to discourse analysis, this - [Dallas International Spirit Week September 21-26](https://www.diu.edu/events/gial-spirit-week-september-21-26/): Celebrate with the theme for each day. - Monday: Decades Day - Tuesday: Culture Shock Day - Wednesday: Suspicious Pairs Day - Thursday: Character Day - Friday: Dialectology (talk in an accent) Day Join the parade on Thursday and the Picnic and Volleyball Tournament on Saturday! See the SBA bulletin board for details. - [CEWA & Dallas International welcome new faculty member Neil Coulter](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/cewa-gial-welcome-new-faculty-member-neil-coulter/): Neil Coulter has spent 12 years in Papua New Guinea, working in ethnomusicology, literacy, government relations, education, and administration. During that time, he also served as the Pacific Area Ethnomusicology & Arts Coordinator for SIL. His doctoral dissertation, at Kent State University, presented ways of understanding music endangerment and encouraging revitalization of indigenous musical traditions. - [CEWA Open House October 8, 2015](https://www.diu.edu/events/cewa-open-house-october-8-2015/): The Center for Excellence in World Arts open house will be Thursday, October 8, at 7:00 p.m. Mark your calendar! More information to follow. - [International Literacy Day](https://www.diu.edu/diu-today/international-literacy-day/): The theme of International Literacy Day 2015 is Literacy and Sustainable Societies. Literacy is a key driver for sustainable development. Literacy skills are the prerequisite for the learning of a broader set of knowledge, skills, attitudes and values, required for creating sustainable societies. At the same time, progress in areas of sustainable development, such as - [Dallas International ACADEMIC FORUM](https://www.diu.edu/events/gial-academic-forum-3/): “Centeredness as cultural and grammatical theme among the Maya-Mam of Guatemala” Wes Collins, SIL, Ricardo Palma University When: Thursday, September 10, 12:20-1:15 Where: Mahler 5/7 In this talk, I discuss the key Maya-Mam cultural value of centeredness and I suggest that this value is a pervasive organizing principle in Mayan thought, cosmology, and daily life. - [Dallas International Academic Forum](https://www.diu.edu/events/gial-academic-forum-2/): The first Dallas International Academic Forum of the Fall term will be presented Thursday, August 27th by Jim Owen of SIL Vietnam. The presentation is entitled, "Classroom Language Mapping: An Advocacy Tool for MLE and Beyond." An alternative (and less modest) title might have been "Language Survey on Steroids." Classroom Language Mapping is cutting edge - [SBA Ice Cream Social, August 29.](https://www.diu.edu/events/sba-ice-cream-social-august-29/): In order to welcome those who are joining us this session the SBA will be hosting an ice cream social in the Four Points lounge in Mahler on Saturday, August 29. The party will be from 7-9 and all are welcome. - [Dallas International ACADEMIC FORUM ](https://www.diu.edu/events/gial-academic-forum/): “More on Arapesh Noun Classes” by Bob Conrad, Dallas International & SIL There has been a claim that noun classes in Arapesh can be best described phonologically. However, this presentation will present evidence that they can be best described semantically. The presentation will include pictures of Margaret Meade in the Arapesh area many years ago. - [Launch Party May 14, 2015](https://www.diu.edu/events/launch-party-today/): The Center for Excellence in World Arts invites you to a Launch Party and Ribbon Cutting at 7:00 on May 14, 2015. They are celebrating their new location, Building C3, Suite 300 at the International Linguistics Center located at 7500 West Camp Wisdom Rd., Dallas. IziBongo, world worship band, will be presenting and a short - [Academic Forum - May 14](https://www.diu.edu/events/academic-forum-may-14/): Is the Indonesian passive still a passive when the agent phrase is a clitic pronoun? Dr. Paul Kroeger, Dallas International and SIL Thursday, May 14, 12:20-1:15, “Brown Bag Lunch” Mahler 7 The Malay/Indonesian verbal prefix di-is generally analyzed as a marker of Passive Voice. Some have claimed that this is not the case when the agent - [Dr. Jon Arensen Presents, "The Murle of South Sudan: Surviving in a time of war"](https://www.diu.edu/events/dr-jon-arensen-presents-the-murle-of-south-sudan-surviving-in-a-time-of-war/): The Murle are a cattle-loving people living in the flood plains of South Sudan. Their total population numbers about 148,000. Jon and Barb Arensen lived with the Murle from 1976 to 1984 and eventually helped complete the translation of the New Testament in 1996. In the process, pastors were educated and over 60 churches were - [Easter program presented this Sunday, March 29](https://www.diu.edu/events/easter-program-presented-this-sunday-march-29/): Come join us for the annual Easter choir program on Sunday night in the ILC, Activity Center. The evening will begin with an instrumental, oboe, flute, violin, and piano prelude. If you would like to enjoy this twice, come to Transform at the Turning Point Church at 10:10 a.m. on Wed. April 1, where it - [Renovated Mahler lounge now open](https://www.diu.edu/events/renovated-mahler-lounge-now-open/): There is a new place on campus to study, snack, and refresh! Don't miss the dedication next week (TBA). Thank you to all of the WA volunteers, the design team, and the ILC administration who created such a wonderful new community space. - [Genevan Choir Performance](https://www.diu.edu/events/genevan-choir-performance/): The Genevan choir will be performing on campus at Transform on March 11, from 10:10 until 11:05 a.m. at Turning Point Church (former Museum building). Visitors welcome. Don’t miss this opportunity. The Genevans are a student choir from Geneva College in Pennsylvania. The choir has a long tradition of excellence dating from over a century - [Roundtable discussion](https://www.diu.edu/events/roundtable-discussion/): Roundtable discussion: Contextualization vs. Syncretism: how do we identify the limits of proper contextualization? Hunt Conference Room March 11th 3:30-5:00 - [Best Dallas International photos of 2014](https://www.diu.edu/events/best-gial-photos-2014/): Check out these photos from 2014. It was an exciting year at Dallas International with the launch of our BA program! You may recognize a few faces. - [Dallas International launches BA degree program](https://www.diu.edu/events/gial-launches-ba-degree-program/): Starting Fall 2014, undergraduate students will arrive on campus to complete a BA with a major in International Service. Minors in the program include Linguistics, World Arts, and Cross-cultural Service. Students complete Junior and Senior level course work at Dallas International including courses in anthropology and language learning. Click here to view a complete list - [Academic Forum - February 12](https://www.diu.edu/events/academic-forum-february-12/): Linguistic Competition and Multilingual Education (MLE) in East Timor Dr. Steve Walter, Dallas International and SIL Thursday, Feb. 12, 12:20-1:15, “Brown Bag Lunch” Mahler 7 In the new country of East Timor, a quiet but vigorous debate is taking shape over language policy in education. Some favor Portuguese, a remnant of 500 years of colonization. - [Academic Forum - January 29](https://www.diu.edu/events/academic-forum-january-29/): Assessing the international impact of Sequoyah and his Cherokee syllabary Presented by Dr. Pete Unseth, Dallas International and SIL Thursday, January 29, 12:20-1:15, “Brown Bag Lunch” Mahler 7, All are welcome Many are aware that Sequoyah invented a syllabary for his Cherokee language. But too few are aware that his idea was spread to Canada, - [What if I can't afford to make a large gift this year?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/giving-question/): Every gift makes a significant impact, and it helps us equip those who will minister cross-culturally. A gift of any amount will be greatly appreciated. - [Is housing included in the cost for Dallas International intensive courses?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/intensive-course-housing/): No, it is not. Intensive courses at Dallas International have a short on-campus component, but the housing costs are not included in the course tuition and fees. Visit our Housing page for information about short-term housing options. - [How long will it take to get a student visa?](https://www.diu.edu/uncategorized/long-will-take-get-student-visa/): We recommend starting your visa application about 6 months before you intend to start classes at Dallas International. Sometimes it can be completed in less time if needed. - [What are comprehensive exams?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/comprehensive-exams/): Comprehensive exams (Comps) are taken near the end of a student's MA studies. Comps cover subject matter in the student's major concentration, and are an opportunity for the student to demonstrate mastery of that material. The format of the examinations differs somewhat between the departments, although the function is the same. The examinations are scheduled two - [How do I request a transcript?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/transcript/): Visit our Transcript Request page for information on how to request a transcript. - [What is an intensive course?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/intensive-course/): An intensive course requires completion of online course work in preparation for and following the intensive on-campus instructional time. For intensive course offerings visit our Online & Intensive Courses page. - [Do I have to write a thesis?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/thesis/): No. A graduate student has the option of choosing the Thesis or Non-thesis (comprehensive exam) option for all graduate degrees offered at Dallas International. The undergraduate degree does not require a thesis or comprehensive exam. - [How long would it take to finish an MA degree?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/how-long/): Taking a full-time load, a student can usually complete a degree in three terms. An additional term may be necessary if the student has not completed the prerequisite courses before coming to Dallas International. The undergraduate prerequisite courses are offered as part of the Certificate in Applied Linguistics. - [Whom do I contact about my disability?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/contact-disability/): Contact the Dean of Students at dean-students@diu.edu. In order for Dallas International to make reasonable accommodations, it is the responsibility of students with disabilities to establish their ADA status to the satisfaction of the Dean of Students. Request for accommodation must be presented in writing to the Dean of Students at least 30 days prior - [Do I have to know what classes I will take at the time I apply?](https://www.diu.edu/faq/know-classes-will-take-time-apply/): You do NOT have to know exactly what classes you will be taking, but the more you can tell us about your short and long-term goals on the application (intended major, intended entry semester, intended classes during first term), the more precisely we can advise you during the application process. ## Pages - [Home](https://www.diu.edu/): DIU offers accredited, Christian undergraduate and graduate programs in areas of language, culture, and Bible, taught by internationally experienced faculty. - [About Us](https://www.diu.edu/about-us/): DIU offers accredited, Christian undergraduate and graduate programs in areas of language, culture, and Bible, taught by internationally experienced faculty. - [Undergraduate Applications](https://www.diu.edu/admissions/applications/undergraduate/): UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATIONSYou are here:HomePageUndergraduate Applications Applicants who have not completed an undergraduate degree and are interested in pursuing a BA at Dallas International University or just taking some undergraduate-level classes should apply for Undergraduate Admission. After being accepted to DIU, undergraduate students can also petition to take up to 18 credit hours of graduate level - [Student Theses](https://www.diu.edu/student-theses/): Explore DIU's rich archive of student theses and dissertations, showcasing diverse research in linguistics, culture, and religious studies. - [Dallas International University Community Standards](https://www.diu.edu/community-standards/): DIU fosters a respectful community, emphasizing moral character aligned with Scriptural standards and appropriate campus conduct. - [Jobs](https://www.diu.edu/jobs/): DIU offers student job opportunities in the Library, Work Study, Academic Work, IT, and SIL International for groundskeeping and more. - [Graduate Admission](https://www.diu.edu/admissions/applications/graduate/): Kickstart your DIU graduate application: pay the application fee, submit transcripts, gather references, and complete your statement of purpose. - [Student Body Association (SBA)](https://www.diu.edu/sba/): SBA gives voice to students, integrating extracurricular life. 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Harris, and Brian Schrag, eds. 2013. Worship and Mission for the Global Church: An Ethnodoxology Handbook (with DVD). Pasadena: - [Intensive Courses in World Arts](https://www.diu.edu/cewa/intensives/): You are here:HomePageIntensive Courses in World ArtsWorld Arts Intensive Courses For questions about our Intensive Courses be sure to check out our Intensive Course FAQ. Still have questions, please contact us! Undergraduate Courses WA2381-IN Arts for a Better Future (MayExt) (3 undergraduate credits)In this undergrad course, students will learn to help a community recognize, value, - [CEWA Courses](https://www.diu.edu/cewa/courses/): You are here:HomePageCEWA CoursesWorld Arts CoursesUndergraduate Courses WA2381-IN Arts for a Better Future (MayExt) (3 undergraduate credits)In this undergrad course, students will learn to help a community recognize, value, and plan to use its own arts to meet local needs and goals. The course provides a compact overview of the Creating Local Arts Together (CLAT) - [World Arts News](https://www.diu.edu/cewa/world-arts-news/): World Arts Events & AnnouncementsYou are here:HomePageWorld Arts News - [CEWA Faculty](https://www.diu.edu/cewa/faculty/): CEWA FACULTY & STAFFYou are here:HomePageCEWA Faculty Argot, Beth Associate Director of CEWACore Faculty, Center for Excellence in World Arts beth_argot@diu.edu (214) 442-8538Carson, Geinene Associate Instructor, Center for Excellence in World Arts Geinene_Carson@diu.eduCheung, Ching Ping (Noel) Adjunct Faculty, Center for Excellence in World Arts noel_cheung@diu.eduCoulter, Neil R.Adjunct Faculty, Center for Excellence in World Arts neil_coulter@diu.eduCummins, - [CEWA Advisory Board](https://www.diu.edu/cewa/advisory-board/): CEWA Advisory BoardYou are here:HomePageCEWA Advisory Board Jennie Malouf Gilchrist Dr. Marlow McGuire Jim Meyerhoff Lee Sale Suzanna Voss - [Scholarships for Full-Time, Residential Undergraduate Students](https://www.diu.edu/residentialscholars/): Emerging Leaders ScholarshipFor Full-Time Undergraduate StudentsReduce Your Full-Time Tuition to $7400 Per YearREQUEST MORE INFO Emerging Leaders Scholarship A high-impact, affordable path to your degree at DIU You should not have to choose between your calling and the cost of a college degree. 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We invite you - [Certificate in Biblical Studies](https://www.diu.edu/undergraduate/certificate-biblical-studies/): Foundational knowledge of the Bible's message, cultural backgrounds, and interpretation for individuals in any vocation. - [Nontraditional and Distance Education Courses](https://www.diu.edu/online-courses/): DIU offers diverse online courses in linguistics, culture, and more, providing flexible learning for global engagement and career advancement. - [Course Schedule](https://www.diu.edu/course-schedule/): View DIU's Course Schedule for detailed class times, sessions, and dates across all terms, featuring diverse academic offerings. - [Alumni](https://www.diu.edu/alumni/): Resources and opportunities for Dallas International University alumni. Stay connected and continue to contribute to the DIU mission. - [Programs and CIP Codes](https://www.diu.edu/programs-and-cip-codes/): Below is a list of programs offered at Dallas International with their associated CIP Codes. Program CIP Code Certificate in Applied Linguistics 16.0105 Applied Linguistics Certificate in World Arts 50.0905 Musicology and Ethnomusicology BA (International Service) 30.2001 International/Global Studies BA (Scripture and Culture) 39.0201 Bible/Biblical Studies MA (Applied Linguistics) 16.0105 Applied Linguistics MA (Translation Advising) - [Texas Home School Coalition](https://www.diu.edu/partners/thsc/): Just Announced Dallas International University Partners with Texas Home School CoalitionINQUIRE NOW More About This Partnership Dallas International University, a Christ-centered institution known for its expertise in language and culture and its emphasis on spiritual life, is thrilled to announce a partnership with the Texas Home School Coalition. 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JLCR ArchiveYou are here:HomePageJLCR ArchiveJournal of Language, Culture, and Religion Archive Previous JLCR issues are below. View current issues at: https://jlcr.diu.edu/ Previous Issues - [DFW Metroplex Linguistics Conference 2025](https://www.diu.edu/dfw-metroplex-linguistics-conference-2025/): 17TH ANNUAL DFW METROPLEX LINGUISTICS CONFERENCE The DFW Metroplex Linguistics Conference is a one-day linguistics conference in cooperation with institutions of higher learning around the DFW Metroplex. Faculty and students from the University of Texas at Arlington, University of North Texas-Denton, University of North Texas-Dallas, Dallas International University, and East Texas A&M University will be - [Partners](https://www.diu.edu/partners/): Dallas International University partners with many institutions in the US and abroad to help prepare global leaders to partner with local communities. We partner with the following institutions for a variety of programs and initiatives: Dallas Baptist University Dallas Theological Seminary Colorado Christian University Mid-Atlantic Christian University New Saint Andrews College Texas Home School Coalition - [Mestrado em Tradução Bíblica](https://www.diu.edu/graduate/mestrado-traducao-biblica/): Mergulhe no contexto cultural da Bíblia, explore as línguas originais, domine os princípios interpretativos e espalhe a verdade em vários povos. - [MA in Translation Advising](https://www.diu.edu/graduate/ma-translation-advising/): Study the the Bible's cultural context, original languages, interpretive principles, and communicate truth across cultural boundaries. - [Certificate in Applied Linguistics](https://www.diu.edu/undergraduate/certificate-applied-linguistics/): The Certificate in Applied Linguistics is for anyone interested in cross-cultural work with different languages and cultures. - [DIU Foundations](https://www.diu.edu/undergraduate/foundations/): DIU Foundations is a 46-credit General Education curriculum integrating biblical thought with cross-cultural perspectives, preparing students for today's world. - [Sexual Harassment Policy](https://www.diu.edu/sexual-harassment-policy/): DIU prohibits sexual harassment, providing clear definitions, reporting processes, investigation protocols, and a strict non-retaliation policy. - [Bible Translation Programs](https://www.diu.edu/bible-translation/): Discover multiple programs and degrees providing education and training in Bible Translation at Dallas International University. - [Minor in World Arts](https://www.diu.edu/undergraduate/world-arts-minor/): Minor in World ArtsREQUEST INFO APPLY NOW What is it? The World Arts minor explores the world’s breathtaking variety of art forms and how communities can apply local arts to their own needs and goals. Prospective Careers Artistic Communication Community development through the arts Leading Arts-discovery and Arts-creation workshops Mentoring local artists Researching indigenous arts - [Minor in Middle Eastern Studies](https://www.diu.edu/undergraduate/middle-eastern-studies-minor/): Minor in Middle Eastern StudiesREQUEST INFO APPLY NOW What is it? The Middle Eastern Studies minor introduces the history of the Middle East, its most prevalent religion, and key political and social features necessary for understanding current events. Prospective Careers Community Development Peace Corps Social Worker with Minorities International Relations Political Analysis Media What will - [Minor in Linguistics](https://www.diu.edu/undergraduate/linguistics-minor/): Minor in LinguisticsREQUEST INFO APPLY NOW What is it? The Linguistics minor orients students to the variability and basic components of the world’s languages, preparing them to fruitfully interact with any majority or minority language. Prospective Careers Translation Teaching in a minority language context Multicultural business or non-profit work Literacy and applied anthropology Language research - [Minor in Cross-Cultural Studies](https://www.diu.edu/undergraduate/cross-cultural-studies-minor/): Explore the Minor in Cross-Cultural Studies at DIU, enhancing skills for effective work across diverse cultures and preparing for global careers. - [Minor in Arabic Language and Culture](https://www.diu.edu/undergraduate/arabic-language-culture-minor/): Minor in Arabic Language and CultureREQUEST INFO APPLY NOW What is it? The Arabic Language and Culture minor prepares students for fruitful relationships in the Arabicspeaking world through understanding of its language and cultures. 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