Ten years ago The KIVU Gap Year began with a clear vision. The mission was to help today’s high school and early University students see the world, increase their cultural awareness, and prepare them for a lifelong vocation. Over the last ten years, we’ve seen our students enter University with focus, intention, and the ability to master […]

Are you interested in Public Service?
When I travel the country and talk with people about the effectiveness of Washington DC policy makers, I hear a lot of different questions and opinions: Why can’t they get anything done? Where does the vitriolic partisanship come from? Is there anyone on Capitol Hill of good character? They’re just up there getting rich while […]

KIVU Gap Year in Washington DC
The KIVU Gap Year is a “Best in Class” Gap Year for students who are interested in experiencing a time away from formal education to work on a resume of internships and connect with global leaders in their field of study. This year, we’re launching a formal Washington DC Co-Hort where students will have the chance […]

Semester in Washington DC – KIVU Style
To my University Student Friends: I know, I know, school is just winding down. Finals are on the brain, and summer jobs and internships are in the crosshairs for the next season. But…what if… Many of you are thinking about the relevance of the next fall semester back at school, wondering if it’s time to […]

Turmoil for Christians in Jerusalem
For the first time since 1990, the church of the Holy Sepulcher is closed. Church officials took a step of protest for a current Israeli bill moving through the Knesset allegedly targeting Christian owned properties in the region. The law seemingly targets the tax-exemption of the Christian properties, and accuses the church of taking the […]