Colorado Christian University’s President's Speaker Series features leading voices from politics, business, the arts, and more. Join the CCU community as we explore the intersection of faith and real-world action from Christian luminaries across all walks of life. In 2024-25 we look forward to welcoming Vice President Mike Pence and Karen Pence, singer/songwriter Steven Curtis Chapman and Mary Beth Chapman, and Jeremy S. Adams. Space is limited so act now to secure your seat and be a part of history.
The President’s Speaker Series offers CCU a unique opportunity to host national and international leaders, entrepreneurs, performing artists, and influential political figures on our campus to engage our students, faculty, and community. These esteemed guests bring a wealth of experience, leadership, insight, and wisdom, enriching our educational environment and helping to shape a culture rooted in the grace and truth of Jesus.
— President Hogue
Nov. 15, 2024
Colorado Christian University welcomes you to an exclusive luncheon and lecture featuring the 48th Vice President of the United States, Mike Pence, and his wife, former Second Lady of the United States Karen Pence. In partnership with The Centennial Institute and President Hogue, this event offers a unique opportunity to engage in conversation with Vice President Mike Pence, one of America’s most dedicated public servants, sharing his insights on leadership. The day also includes a lecture-style conversation regarding education in America with Mrs. Karen Pence and First Lady Hogue, partnering with CCU’s School of Education. Join us for an informative time of moderated lectures as Vice President Mike Pence and Karen Pence share these culturally relevant topics of leadership, faith, and their commitment to service.
Michael R. Pence, 48th Vice President of the United States, was born in Columbus, Indiana on June 7, 1959, as one of six children born to Edward and Nancy Pence. As a young boy, he had a front-row seat to the American Dream. Experiencing this nurtured the future Vice President’s belief in the importance of hard work, faith, and family.
Karen Pence, wife of Vice President Mike Pence, is a mother, educator, and award-winning watercolor artist. Mrs. Pence works to bring attention to art therapy and to the sacrifices made by military service members and their families.
Feb. 7, 2025
Come encounter the heart and hope behind the songs you know and love. Colorado Christian University proudly presents an inspiring event featuring Steven Curtis Chapman and Mary Beth Chapman. Join us for an uplifting experience through personal stories and songs as the couple shares messages of healing, hope, adoption advocacy, and music. The day includes a luncheon with the Chapmans, a live acoustic performance from the legendary Steven Curtis Chapman, and an evening lecture. In partnership with CCU’s School of Music, in this non-traditional exclusive music masterclass, don’t miss a unique opportunity to hear from these remarkable speakers and be encouraged by their journey.
In a career that has spanned more than three decades, Steven Curtis Chapman is the most awarded artist in Christian music history. With 59 Gospel Music Association (GMA) Dove Awards, five GRAMMY®Awards, an American Music Award, and a historic 50 No. 1 singles, he has sold more than seventeen million albums with ten RIAA-Certified® Gold or Platinum albums to his credit.
Mary Beth Chapman is the co-founder and chairman of the board of Show Hope, a nationally recognized nonprofit in adoption advocacy and orphan care that she and her husband, Steven Curtis Chapman, founded. She is a speaker and a “New York Times” best-selling author.
April 24, 2025
We are thrilled to welcome Jeremy S. Adams to the CCU campus! More details regarding the event day will be announced in the coming days. Be sure to check back for more details.
Jeremy S. Adams has dedicated 27 years to teaching government and economics at Bakersfield High School and spent 16 years as a political science lecturer at California State University, Bakersfield. He is widely recognized as one of California’s most accomplished educators, earning numerous prestigious accolades.
