Thank you for your interest in Ohio Christian University. Whether you are a current student, an alumnus, a prospective student or family, or a friend of OCU, we are so glad you are here! My wife, Shelli, and I are both graduates of Ohio Christian University. We were living in Georgia when the Lord called us back to Circleville, Ohio, to lead our university. When God called me back to OCU, He gave me the scripture Isaiah 61:3, which says, “…that they may be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he may be glorified.” God gave me a vision that OCU would be good soil for future Oaks of Righteousness. My goal is that, with the Lord’s guidance, OCU can be a place for Trailblazers to grow and learn in good soil that establishes solid roots. Higher education can and will influence the hearts and minds of this generation. We want to ensure that OCU is a place trusted to produce graduates who are firmly rooted in the Word of God and not led by culture. We pray that each of our graduates, wherever they may go, will be known as Oaks of Righteousness—standing firm on the truths of Scripture. I invite you to partner with us in prayer and in giving to be a part of transforming lives and developing students to become Oaks of Righteousness.

-President R. D. Saunders