Academic Calendar
May
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Essential Principles and Practices of Bible Study for Preachers and Teachers
with Gerald Mershimer & Christine Zimmerman
Do you want to grow in your ability to reflect God's Word in your preaching?
Do you want to connect with other pastors who want to do the same?
Do you want to learn principles and practices that will help you effectively deliver God's Word to your parishioners?
If you answered Yes to any of these questions, you will want to attend the next CEU event hosted by Ohio Christian University's Ministerial Institute!
The Sunday morning sermon or the Sunday school lesson is a significant part of the role pastors and teachers play in "equipping the saints." However, the sermons and lessons do not just materialize; much study and preparation go into the final product. In order to provide parishioners with sound biblical teaching, pastors and teachers must have a solid Bible study method themselves. The purpose of this workshop is to provide pastors and teachers with principles, practices, and access to resources for their personal Bible study and lesson preparation. This workshop is part one of a three-part series on Bible Study Methods.
Meet Our Presenters
Gerald Mershimer
is Assistant Professor of Bible and Preaching at Ohio Christian University where he has enjoyed teaching and mentoring students for the past five years. Before coming to Ohio Christian University, he had been involved in pastoral ministry for over twelve years. Gerald continues to accept as many requests to preach as his schedule will allow.
Gerald has been married to his wife Nikki for over sixteen years. They live in Lancaster, Ohio in a home that is bustling with their children Caleb, Celeste, Chasidy and Christopher, along with their nephew, Allen.
One of Gerald's passions is to give himself to join God at work in raising up a new generation of preachers who love the gospel, live the gospel and preach the gospel so that broken people may experience the life-giving power and peace of God.
Christine Zimmerman
is involved in graduate studies at Regent University, pursuing her Master of Arts in Biblical Studies. She has been employed at Ohio Christian University since graduating from there in 2011, serving in various support roles such as Academic Coach and Tutoring Center Coordinator. Christine currently serves as General Education and Religion Department Coordinator.
Admission is FREE! CCCU pastors in attendance will receive one CEU credit.
You won't want to miss this event! Register below!
Location:
Ohio Christian University: Science & Logistics Center Room 103
1476 Lancaster Pike
Circleville, OH. 43113
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Notify us of any scholarships you have received from outside sources. This will enable us to finalize your financial aid package for the coming school year once we have received your FAFSA. If your family contribution is unmanageable, consider making interest-free monthly payments through the online payment system. Call the Ohio Christian University Financial Aid Department at (740) 477-7716 for more information. Check with your church and remind them of our Church Matching Grant Program. We will match up to $500 per semester with your church’s donation to your education. Church Matching Grant Program application forms are available in the Financial Aid Office.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
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Notify us of any scholarships you have received from outside sources. This will enable us to finalize your financial aid package for the coming school year once we have received your FAFSA. If your family contribution is unmanageable, consider making interest-free monthly payments through the online payment system. Call the Ohio Christian University Financial Aid Department at (740) 477-7716 for more information. Check with your church and remind them of our Church Matching Grant Program. We will match up to $500 per semester with your church’s donation to your education. Church Matching Grant Program application forms are available in the Financial Aid Office.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
June
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Complete the form below to register your child(ren) for the Summer Band Camp. Activities will include:
- Small and Large Group Rehearsals
- Private Instruction
- Clinics
- Faculty and Student Performances
Students will perform a concert for family and friends on Friday, June 14th @ 1:00 p.m.
The cost of registration is $45.00. The camp fee is to be paid by Registration Deadline of June 7, 2013.
Summer Instrumental Camp Scholarships
There are a number of scholarships available for students who are planning to attend the camp. These scholarships will cover camp tuition for the student. Those interested in applying for a scholarship must submit their application and a recording of a short audition piece by Friday, May 31st.
Mail recording to:
Ohio Christian University
Attn: Music Department
1476 Lancaster Pike
Circleville, OH. 43113
or send as an e-mail attachment to janthony@ohiochristian.edu
Register TODAY!
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New Students
Ask your guidance counselor to forward your FINAL high school transcript to Ohio Christian University.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
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New Students
Ask your guidance counselor to forward your FINAL high school transcript to Ohio Christian University.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
July
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Are You Ready for LifeTraks 2013? LifeTraks School of Leadership is once again being held on OCU campus under the combined direction of Live God Loud Ministries (formerly Appalachian Youth Ministries) and Ohio Christian University. Every summer, over twenty-five teenage students between the ages of 15 - 19 spend the month of July devoting themselves to a “Christ- first” mind-set development. These are Christ-centered young people with a passion to use their God-given talents through both ministry and professional career opportunities.
The students attend morning classes that challenge them to become great Christian leaders with a biblical world-view. Some of the classes include Foundations of Christian Leadership, Life Purposes and Leadership, Financial Guidance for Personal Development, Resume Preparation and Computer Techniques, along with other leadership topical classes. Along with the classes, students have daily opportunities to gain professional experience working in Ohio Christian University departmental offices.
Among the highlights of the month is a drama tour that involves the entire LifeTraks team. Tour performances range throughout the Midwest and Eastern states, including performances at Appalachian Youth Camp in Roxbury, PA and OCU in Circleville, OH.
The mission of LifeTraks is to challenge young people to move into adulthood with a Christ-first mentality.
Do you know someone between the ages of 16 and 20 who should be part of LifeTraks School of Leadership?
Contact Tony McCrary, OCU Director of Church Relations at (740) 420-5902 or by emailing tmccrary@ohiochristian.edu.
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All Students
Consider our monthly payment plan which you can set up using the following link: Get Started
It is best to have your billing estimate handy when you call so that you can determine the total amount that you will need to pay over the course of the coming semester or school year. Billing estimates are sent to all students who have completed and submitted the FAFSA and who have been awarded financial aid by the Ohio Christian University Financial Aid Office.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
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All Students
Consider our monthly payment plan which you can set up using the following link: Get Started
It is best to have your billing estimate handy when you call so that you can determine the total amount that you will need to pay over the course of the coming semester or school year. Billing estimates are sent to all students who have completed and submitted the FAFSA and who have been awarded financial aid by the Ohio Christian University Financial Aid Office.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
August
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If you have signed up a payment plan, begin making payments this month. Review your award letter and billing estimate and send it back signed to the Financial Aid Office along with any other requested paperwork that you received in your award packet. Payment in full must be made by the first day of classes unless another payment option has been arranged.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Program is only available for students enrolled in the Traditional program.
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If you have signed up a payment plan, begin making payments this month. Review your award letter and billing estimate and send it back signed to the Financial Aid Office along with any other requested paperwork that you received in your award packet. Payment in full must be made by the first day of classes unless another payment option has been arranged.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Program is only available for students enrolled in the Traditional program.
September
- Enjoy the day with your grandchild by coming to our 1st Grandparent's Day. Enjoy a special day with your Grandchild on our beautiful campus. You will be privileged to attend chapel, enjoy a guided campus tour, lunch with our University President, Dr. Mark Smith and then relax as you enjoy some seminars targeted for your everyday living. The afternoon will round out with a dessert reception!! We are looking forward to a great day.
October
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The 22nd Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament sponsored by Linking Legacies and Ohio Christian University will be held October 4, 2013 at Cook's Creek Golf Club. Last year was a great success, raising over $25,000 for Ohio Christian University scholarships and programs through The Chester and Jean Mitchell Linking Legacies Scholarship and Ministry Support Endowment Fund. So far, more than $125,000 has been contributed to scholarships through this event. Register online now »
Schedule of Events*
Morning Session
- 7:00 am
- Assembly
- Registration
- Goody Bags
- Driving Range Practice
- 7:45 - 8:00 am
- Announcements / Instructions
- Shotgun Tee-Off
- Team Photos
- Putting Contest
- Lunch at end of play
Afternoon Session
- 11:30 am
- Lunch
- Registration
- Goody Bags
- Driving Range Practice
- 1:00 - 1:15 pm
- Announcements / Instructions
- Shotgun Tee-Off
- Team Photos
- Putting Contest
Prizes
- Closest to Pin
- Accuracy Drive
- Longest Putt
- Traveling trophy for lowest score by a church sponsored team
- Team Putting Contest
Team Divisions
- Scratch Division: All teams with a team handicap of 10 or less.*
- Amateur Division: All teams with a team handicap of 11-20.
- Duffers Division: Teams with a team handicap of 21-30.
*(and other teams who wish to declare, prior to play, that they want to play “scratch”)
Team Registration
Foursomes can choose to play golf in the morning, afternoon, or both. The cost of registration is $500 per team for one round. Team registration for two rounds, morning and afternoon, is $800. The tax deductible portion of registration is $55.00 per individual. Register online or call 740-477-7801 for more information.
*Schedule is tentative and subject to change. Registration is limited to first 25 teams in each wave to register with $100 deposit.
2012 Tournament Sponsors
Hole Sponsors
- Balestra, Harr & Scherer CPA’s, Inc.
- Blocks Shoe Store
- Bowen, Powell & Co.
- C&L Improvement, Inc.
- Captain D’s
- Cargill Aghorizons
- Citizen’s Bank
- Clark D. Cellio DDS, M.S., Inc.
- Crossroads CCCU
- Dan and Donna Daily Realtors
- Dickey-Beckley Team Realtors LLC
- Ecologic Industries LLC
- Fifth Third Bank
- Grady Enterprises Inc.
- Home Helpers
- Huffer & Huffer Law Firm
- Hummel & Plum Life
- Lighthouse Ministries
- Michael E. Clark & Associates
- Sharff’s
- Spires Pest Control & Construction Services LLC
- The McKnight Group
- The River (104.9)
- Wellman’s Funeral Home
- Wesbanco
- West Central District (CCCU)
- Whited, Seigneur, Sams & Rahe, CPAs, LLP
Tee to Green Sponsors
- Berger Hospital
- Bricker & Eckler LLP
- Christian Healthcare Ministries
- Drs. Shaw, Ely & Dubos, DDS, Inc.
- DuPont
- Dynahoe Construction Equipment & Tool Rental
- Liberty Mutual
- Nauman Outdoor Advertising
- Steve Austria
- Sweney Cartwright & Co.
- Savings Bank
Dinner Sponsors
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Citizen’s Land Title
- Paragon Technical Services
- Production Plus Corp.
Gift/Prize Sponsors
- 7 Miles Bakery
- Chapel Hill Golf Course
- Crown Hill Golf Course
- Davy Motors Inc.
- Gibby’s Eatery
- Goodwin’s Family Restaurant
- Precision Jewelers
- Reunion Resort
- River’s Bend
- Scioto Valley Coffee
- 7:00 am
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- » Brian Free & Assurance
- » The Talleys
- » Three Bridges
- » Gordon Mote
Ticketing Options
$20 - General Admission - Buy online or call 740-420-5903
$25 - Reserved Seating (Call Judy @ 740.869.3253 or 614.266.5411)
Free admission for children 6 and under. Doors open at 4:30pm. Food available beginning at 4pm. Credit or debit card required to complete online purchase.
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$12/lunch and all homecoming activities
Special Alumni discount: 50% tickets ($10) to Saturday's Gospel Concert featuring alumni Stan Toler, Terry Toler and Mark Hollingsworth.
Alumni Chapel
Thursday, October 4 at 10:45 AM
Join our current students for a special chapel featuring alumnus, Michael Tipton ('06)
Linking Legacies Ohio Golf Outing
Friday, October 5 - 1st flight at 8:00 AM (registration at 7:00 AM); 2nd flight at 1:00 PM (registration at 12:00 AM)
Join other alumni for a morning or afternoon of golf at Cook's Creek Golf Course. Learn more or register online.
Alumni Baseball Game
Saturday, October 6 at 9:00 AM
All Former Crusader/Trailblazer players and coaches are invited to attend our 1st annual Baseball reunion and game! Interested in playing? Contact Coaches Brian Bigam (bbigam@ohiochristian.edu) and Michael Blevins (mblevins@ohiochristian.edu)
30th Reunion for the Class of 1982
Saturday, October 6 at 10:00 AM
Special reunion for the class of 1982. Reunion activities will begin at 10:00 AM in the Presidential Dining Room (Johnson Hall) with additional activities throughout the day. For more details, contact Charla Holbrook at scd@cccuhq.org
Alumni Soccer Game
Saturday, October 6 at 10:00 AM
All former Crusader/Trailblazer players and coaches are invited to attend the Annual Soccer Reunion! Interested in playing? Contact Coach Josh Murton (jmurton@ohiochristian.edu)
Alumni and Friends Tailgating Picnic
Saturday, October 6 at 11:15 AM
This will be a great time to reconnect with old friends and be on campus again. Don't bring a thing. A great lunch will be served. Children are encouraged to come and enjoy inflatables and games. Dress casually and have some fun.
Stick around and watch our OCU soccer team play rival team, Kentucky Christian University (special presentation between games).
OCU Men's and Women's Soccer Game vs. KC
Women's Soccer Game @ 12:00 PM and Men's Soccer Game @ 2:00 PM
Come out and support your Trailblazers as they take on our rival school, Kentucky Christian University.
Homecoming Court and Special Presentation at the halftime of the men's game
Throwback Chapel
Saturday, October 6 at 4:00 PM
With special guest speaker, former president, Dr. Doug Carter.
For the first time, we are hosting a chapel which will feature both our current choir, as well as former music groups and choir members! Join us for a time of fellowship and worship.
If you were a member of either the choir or a traveling group during your time at OCU (formerly CBC), contact Julia Sorley (740-420-5903, option 6, or jsorley@ohiochristian.edu) for an opportunity to share once again! Individuals interested in participating should contact us for more detailed information.
Current participants include Maranatha members RD and Shelly Saunders, Bruce Morrison and Susan (Long) Jones, as well as young alums, Jeremy and Adrienne Davis.
Homecoming Gospel Concert
Friday, October 5 at 6:00 PM and Saturday, October 6 at 6:00 PM
Gospel concerts will be held in the evenings on Friday and Saturday. For more information check out the website at www.ohiochristian.edu/concert.
Need Accommodations?
Contact the Circleville Holiday Inn at (740) 420-7711 located off of US 23
Rates: $65/night
Reference Number: Block ID #59534
December
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FAFSA forms arrive at the Ohio Christian University Financial Aid Office and High School guidance offices. FAFSA information is available online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
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FAFSA forms arrive at the Ohio Christian University Financial Aid Office and High School guidance offices. FAFSA information is available online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
January
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Fill out the FAFSA online using you/your parents’ previous year’s 1040 tax returns and designate Ohio Christian University (School ID#003030) as a recipient of the data. The FAFSA allows for online retrieval of your 2012 tax information once this is filed. Clicking on this will ensure the most accurate information is included and could reduce the chance that you are selected for the verification process.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
1098-Ts will be mailed out and made available through logging into your SONISWeb account no later than January 31st.
February
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Orlando, Florida, February 6-8, 2014
Escape the cold Ohio winter and fly to sunny Orlando, Florida for the eight annual Ohio Christian University - Linking Legacies Florida Golf Classic. Register online today!
Ohio Christian University has committed to preparing 1000 leaders to serve this present age in ministry, community, and corporate settings. The proceeds of this event will provide scholarship funds to support the $1.8 million that is given in student aid each year.
Join us as we golf some of the most beautiful golf courses in Florida at Reunion Resort near Orlando. For a virtual tour of the accommodations, please visit www.ReunionResort.com. Together, we can provide the resources and opportunities needed to raise up a new generation of Christian leadership.
We have upgraded the annual scholarship tournament to a five-star event. Purchase your ticket online or secure your reservation early by making payments of $100/month or $200/month toward your registration.*. Come enjoy the beautiful location and support the OCU scholarship program. We are committed to "Raising 1000 Leaders" that will impact our world.
Over the course of three days in Florida, we will enjoy comfortable quarters and fine dining at Reunion Resort, one of the finest resorts in Orlando. We will golf at three challenging, yet playable, championship golf courses:
- Jack Nicklaus' Tradition Course
- Arnold Palmer's Legacy Course
- Tom Watson's Independence Course
Please pray about your gift towards the President's Challenge. Our goal is $35,000 from this event. Thank you for your prayerful consideration.
Invited guests include Dr. John C. Maxwell.
Itinerary
Thursday - February 6, 2014
- 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Arrival time
- 1:00 p.m. Tee time; boxed lunch on golf cart
- 6:30 p.m. Dinner and Awards Ceremony
Friday - February 7, 2014
- 7:30 a.m. Breakfast
- 10:00 a.m. Tee time; boxed lunch on golf cart
- 6:30 p.m. Dinner, Devotional, and
Awards Ceremony
Saturday - February 8, 2014
- 6:30 a.m. Breakfast
- 8:00 a.m. Tee time
- 1:00 p.m. Buffet Lunch and Farewell
Itinerary is tentative and subject to change.
Registration
The cost of registration is $1200 and includes transportation to and from the Orlando airport, lodging, scheduled meals, golf, and prizes. Reserve your package online or call 740-420-5918. The tax-deductible portion of the registration fee is $100. The cost of airfare is not included in the registration fee.
*The total registration cost must be paid in full prior to the event.
For more information, please call Mark Taylor at 740-420-5918.
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If you have not submitted the FAFSA, DO IT NOW! DON'T DELAY ! You will receive a report from the federal processor after submitting the FAFSA. Check the report carefully for errors. Any errors that are found should be corrected. Errors can be corrected at www.fafsa.ed.gov, or you may call our office at 740-477-7716 for help.
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
March
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Join us for a dinner and gospel concert with the Booth Brothers!
Ticketing Options
- $35 for the concert and dinner
- $15 for the concert only (balcony seating)
Buy online or call 740-420-5903 today!
Doors open at 5:00pm for dinner concert and at 6:30pm for concert only.
Dinner begins at 5:45pm, and concert begins at 6:45 pm
Menu*
- Premium Buffet
- Salad
- Two meat selections (one meat at carving station)
- Two side dishes
- Two Vegetable side dishes
- Dinner roll and dessert
- Regular and Decaffeinated Coffee, Hot and Iced Tea, Iced Water
Menu is subject to change.
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All Students
March 15th is the priority deadline to complete the FAFSA for new and continuing students. Some Federal grants are awarded on a first come, first served basis. HURRY! MONEY IS BEING AWARDED FAST!
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
April
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All Students
If you have completed your FAFSA, but have been selected for verification or have other FAFSA issues please submit the requested paperwork to the OCU Financial Aid Office. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.
Look for a summer job! Chances are you will need to contribute at least some money towards your school bill for the coming school year. Do not depend on school loans as your income for college!
Please Note: The Church Matching Grant Form is only available to Traditional Undergraduate Students only.
Registrar's Office
The University Registrar’s Office is your connection to classes at OCU. Our mission is to enable course registration and provide an accurate record of your academic work.
We support our students and faculty in these ways:
- Registration Services -- Class Schedules & Registration
- Academic Records -- Request Your Transcript
- Privacy of Student Records -- Your Rights under FERPA
Our goal is to provide courteous and professional service to current and past members of the OCU academic community.
How may we help you?
Come See Us Graham Building Lower Level | Contact Us Phone: 740-477-7780 |
