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Practical Wisdom for College Life, Faith & Ministry

With 43 years of college ministry experience, Arliss Dickerson shares practical insights through books and speaking that help students navigate college life, build stronger relationships, and grow in their faith.

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Meet Arliss Dickerson

Arliss Dickerson is a longtime college minister, author, and advocate for campus ministry.  He has a passion for helping college students grow in their faith, succeed academically, and navigate the challenges of college life.  His books for college ministers are widely used and quoted.  He is a frequent speaker for high school graduate events and college freshmen orientations.  One University has given his book, 162 Tips & Hacks for College Freshmen, to their entire entering freshman class.  The one word most used to describe Arliss’ books and speaking is “practical.”

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Featured Books

Practical Books for Every Stage of the Journey

162 Tips & Hacks for College Freshmen

Relational, Spiritual, & Academic

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7 Red Flags in a Dating Relationship

Know the warning signals!

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Almost Everything About College Ministry

Wisdom for the brand new and the wise college ministry veteran

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Guidance for College and Beyond

College Success

Practical tips for classes, friendships, and college life.

Stronger Faith

Grow your faith and navigate doubts with confidence.

Campus Ministry

Reach students, develop leaders, and strengthen your ministry.

Wise Dating

Recognize red flags and make thoughtful relationship choices.

EXPERIENCE THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Decades of Experience. Practical Guidance for Life.

In addition to his ministry at Arkansas State University, Arliss Served for 13 years as a college ministry consultant for Lifeway Christian Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention. During that time, in addition to speaking to college minister workshops and students across the country, he led the team that planned and implemented The National Collegiate Ministries Summit. The Summit is a once every three years national workshop involving 600 or more college ministry pros and volunteers.
  • 43 Years of Experience
  • Faith-Centered Guidance
  • Practical Resources
  • Experienced Speaker

EXPERIENCE THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Inspiring Students Through Practical Conversations

One of the hallmarks of Arliss’ ministry at Arkansas State was his weekly one on one hour long meeting with student leaders. He told them they would spend half the time talking about their personal concerns and the second half they would talk about their ministry responsibilities. Many credit this investment in one on one connections with student leaders as being “the secret sauce” to the size and scope of the ministry, as well as the large number of ASU students who have entered full time ministry.

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The Arliss Journal

Keep up with Arliss’ thoughts on college ministry through his blog, It contains everything from tips to an occasional take on a current issue affecting college ministry. The key word always used to describe Arliss’ thoughts and tips is “Practical.”
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EXPERIENCE THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Let's Make a Difference in Students' Lives

Explore thoughtful reflections on self-awareness, healing, relationships, purpose, discernment, spirituality, and intentional living.

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While Arliss cannot always respond to every request and question individually, it will often lead to a Blog post that you and others will find helpful.

The greatest impact we make is often through the small, intentional moments when we listen, encourage, and invest in the lives of others.

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Reflections from Readers

Discover practical advice and inspiring stories that help students, parents, and ministry leaders navigate college life, strengthen relationships, and grow in faith with confidence.

Cassie,Senior Mom

It’s the best one I’ve ever read! It will be my go to gift for years to come.

A Youth Minister

I’m gifting every graduating senior with this book at Graduate Sunday.

Youth Ministry Consultant

If you are looking for a practical resource, it doesn’t get better than this.