Institute Parents, Grandparents & Beyond
Welcome Institute Parents!
Whether you are the parent of a prospective student, a first-year student, a transfer, an upper-level student or a graduate student of the Institute for GOD, you’ve come to the right spot.
Share with Us Your Experience
Our parents are simply the best. We’d love to hear more from you about your experience as a parent of an institute student.
Dear Parent,
The education your son or daughter will receive at the Institute for G.O.D. will prepare them for a life of service to God. Whether your child chooses to have a ministerial or secular occupation, a biblical education at the Institute provides the foundation they need in God’s Word. The Bible applies to any field of work!
Students learn how to study God’s Word and given multiple opportunities to practice it. This combination of theory, practice, and reflection matures students into ethical, kind, hospitable, and devoted adults; into mature disciples of Jesus.
Students who graduate from the Institute demonstrate dependability, honesty, integrity, a strong work ethic, and proficient communication skills. It is our prayer that these traits, formed by their knowledge of the Word and devotion to God, will follow students their entire life.
We hope to work with you to ensure your son or daughter has the best experience possible.
Sincerely,
Jen Nyago
Director of Student Life
Parent Testimonies
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Taylor's Parents
“When our son began taking Bible classes at the Institute, the extensive teaching that he received from the learned professors was impressive. In a short time, his knowledge of the Bible greatly expanded. Not only did he learn the word of God but was given the opportunity to be a “doer” of the word through service to those in need both locally and abroad. My husband, daughter and I were so intrigued by this teaching that we began taking online classes offered through the Institute for G.O.D. We are extremely thankful that our son introduced us to this organization and are blessed by the excellent available biblical education.”
— Kevin & Lori Maute
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Rachel's Mom
“Learning the word of God is indeed primary, but the Institute has offered us much more. …more community, more purpose in living and modeling Christ’s likeness, more care for one another, and more opportunity to care for the marginalized both here and abroad. As a parent, if your prayer is similar to my own, that my children will be dedicated to loving and serving our Lord all of their lives, then let their education begin with a Biblical foundation, one that will help them navigate the pitfalls of life, one that will train them well to view the world and their work through a biblical lens, and one that will draw them closer to the Lord. You won’t regret it as you watch the Lord and His word transform their lives.”
—Beverly Webb
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Breann's Mom
“Witnessing good fruit in your child’s life is a reason to be thankful as a parent and to God. To watch your children thrive where they are “planted” is a good metaphor for the biblical education that is available at The Institute. Good fruit has to be cultivated, this takes time and indeed it is through this biblical education that I’ve seen consistent growth and development, a maturation of my children into godly amazing, faithful, mission minded adults who have given their lives to Jesus.”
—Denise Bennecker
Send a Care Package
Our Student Life office provides Student Care Package options that can be sent to students at any time. Whether you want your child to feel your support during Finals Week, or you think they could simply use a “pick me up,” sending them a care package is a great gesture.
$50 Care Package includes hand-drawn Scripture card, snacks, self-care items (warm socks, face masks, game), and a gift card to Califarmia or Nyumbarista. After your request is submitted you will receive an invoice directly to your email inbox to complete the transaction.
Support Your Student, Make a Donation
Donate through our website to support an upcoming trip or other accommodations for your student, or add dining services funds to their account. All donations are tax deductible.
*A 2.5% processing fee for online donations is deducted from your chosen amount. If you wish to avoid this fee you can make checks payable to: “Institute for Global Outreach Developments” and mail to:
ATTN: Institute Academic Office
401 Center Street
Old Hickory, TN 37138
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Staybridge Suites Mt. Juliet
69 Belinda Pkwy
Mt Juliet, TN 37122
Phone
(855) 516-1090
Courtyard by Marriott
1980 Providence Pkwy
Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
Phone
(615) 432-4070
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1000 Herschel Dr.
Mt. Juliet TN 37122-6338
Phone
(615) 889-0800
Logos Bible Software
Students enrolled in a program at the Institute for G.O.D. receive a license to a specially designed academic package from Logos Bible Software. This package includes the base of the digital resources necessary to participate as a student at the Institute. The full list of resources students receive can be viewed here.
Additionally, students at the Institute are able to apply for a guaranteed academic discount at Logos, which grants them up to 30 percent off of certain resources.
Connect with Us
The Institute for G.O.D.
401 Center Street
Nashville, TN 37138
Phone: 615-879-2022
Fax: 615-246-2719
Personnel Directory
Gregg D. Garner - President & Founder
Jeffrey Sherrod - Academic Dean, VP for Institutional Effectiveness
Tim Sherrod - Administrative Assistant to the VP for Institutional Effectiveness
Laurie Kagay - VP of Enrollment
Shaun Galford - Registrar
Beverly Webb - Registrar Assistant
Benjamin Reese - Librarian
Jennifer Nyago - Director of Student Life
Nathan Cameron - IT Specialist, Student Volunteer Program Coordinator
Ty Mathews - Student Integration Program Manager
Christopher Jones - Chaplain
Katie Dunning - Scholarship Coordinator
Mitchell Buchanan - Student Meals Coordinator
Brandon Galford - Admissions Counselor
Anna Jones - Resident Director