InterVarsity

InterVarsity, officially known as InterVarsity Christian Fellowship (IVCF), is an international, interdenominational Christian campus ministry that supports student-led communities on college and university campuses. Its stated aim is to help students and faculty follow Jesus, grow spiritually, and engage their campuses and broader communities through mission, service, and learning. On many campuses, InterVarsity chapters gather for Bible study, worship, prayer, and discussions, while also offering leadership development, mentoring, service projects, and outreach opportunities.

History and scope: InterVarsity traces its roots to 20th-century North American student Christian movements and developed into a larger international network with national affiliates in multiple countries. In the United States, the organization is commonly referred to as InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. The movement operates through national and regional offices that recruit staff, train student leaders, and provide resources to campus ministries. It emphasizes an evangelical, biblically centered approach to faith and learning, and engages with university life through both religious and social dimensions.

Activities and programs: InterVarsity supports campus chapters with programs such as small-group Bible studies, prayer meetings, evangelism and apologetics outreach, and service-oriented projects. It also conducts conferences, leadership training, and cross-cultural or mission opportunities for students. A longstanding feature of the movement is its commitment to holistic student development—spiritual formation, intellectual engagement, and active service in communities.

Publications and publishing arm: The organization oversees InterVarsity Press (IVP), a publishing house that releases books on theology, Biblical studies, spirituality, and Christian living, contributing to its broader educational and spiritual mission.

See also: Urbana Missions Conference; InterVarsity Press; Campus ministry.