About Author
A Lifetime of Faith, Ministry & Practical Wisdom
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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.”
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.
The greatest impact we make is often through the small, intentional moments when we listen, encourage, and invest in the lives of others.
Arliss Dickerson
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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