On Saturday, May 4, 2019, Ohio Christian University held its 70th-year Commencement Ceremonies at the university’s main campus in Circleville, Ohio. There were 664 associate, bachelor, and master level graduates invited to the Ohio ceremony that earned their degrees.
Kristen Muzzy was the 2019 Commencement Address speaker. Muzzy is the President and co-founder of the World Alliance for the Volunteer Economy or WAVE. As a survivor of human trafficking, Muzzy spoke about God’s love and the plan He had for her trials in bringing her closer to Him. In her early life, she felt like the odds were against her, but God had an extraordinary plan. Her goal in life has been “to never give up and always yield to God’s calling,” the same advice she imparted to the 2019 graduates.
As soon as Muzzy prompted, the crowd came to its feet to honor the sacrifice, support, and love of the family members and friends that stood by the side of each graduate. Muzzy’s speech to the graduates emphasized that dedication to our faith is a focal point of our future careers and choices. Her address encouraged each graduate to know their capabilities, saying, “You are enough. God moves mountains; what can’t He do with us?”
Each year, OCU Honor Graduates are selected by the faculty. These graduates represent all the ideals of Ohio Christian University and must have distinguished themselves in academic achievement, Christian service, and leadership potential. Four 2019 Honor Graduates for the traditional program were selected, representing various academic disciplines: Ariel Young, Religion; Julia Brown, Psychology; Kaleb Blevins, Business and Government; and Karee Neff, Teacher Education. Catherine DeLorco was chosen as the Honor Graduate representing the AGS program.
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2021 Refer-A-Friend Program Announced
Published: February 2, 2021
Ohio Christian University (OCU) is pleased to announce an ongoing
Refer-A-Friend Program where individuals can invite a friend to learn more
about OCU. A monthly drawing for referrers and a scholarship for prospective
students make this an excellent opportunity to refer a friend.
The referrer should enter his or her friend’s information at
ohiochristian.edu/referafriend. This will automatically qualify the referrer
to enter that month’s drawing for a $50 e-gift card of the winner’s
choice and qualify the referred student for a Refer-A-Friend Scholarship.
Refer A Friend
Program
Ohio Christian University (OCU) is pleased to announce an ongoing
Refer-A-Friend Program where individuals can invite a friend to learn more
about OCU. A monthly drawing for referrers and a scholarship for prospective
students make this an excellent opportunity to refer a friend.
The referrer should enter his or her friend’s information at
ohiochristian.edu/referafriend. This will
Ohio Christian University (OCU) is pleased to announce an ongoing
Refer-A-Friend Program where individuals can invite a friend to learn more
about OCU. A monthly drawing for referrers and a
Incoming Campus Students Attend Summer Orientation
Published: July 13, 2020
On July 10th, Ohio Christian University welcomed 62 incoming students to
campus for the first Orientation Day of the summer. Orientation Days are
for incoming students to the Undergraduate Campus Program to register for
classes and prepare for their first semester on campus.
OCU had several COVID-19 procedures in place including taking temperatures,
requiring masks, social distancing guidelines, and hand sanitizing stations
to help ensure the safety of everyone on campus.
OCU President Dr. Jon S. Kulaga welcomed the students and encouraged them to
be part of God’s story. Students and
On July 10th, Ohio Christian University welcomed 62 incoming students to
campus for the first Orientation Day of the summer. Orientation Days are
for incoming students to the Undergraduate Campus Program to register for
classes and prepare for their first semester on campus.
OCU had several COVID-19 procedures in place including taking temperatures,
requiring masks, social distancing
On July 10th, Ohio Christian University welcomed 62 incoming students to
campus for the first Orientation Day of the summer. Orientation Days are
for incoming students to the Undergraduate Campus
Prospective Students Have Many Options to Experience Campus this Summer
Published: June 4, 2020
Ohio Christian University is excited to offer several options to connect with
prospective students of our Undergraduate Campus Program over the summer
and help them experience OCU:
Option 1: Individual Campus Visits
Ohio Christian University is now open for prospective students to visit
campus. The university has social distancing procedures in place to help
everyone on campus stay safe. Learn more.
Option 2: Virtual Preview Day
Join us for a Virtual Preview Day on Friday, June 26th! Learn why students
choose OCU, ask our panelists questions, virtually tour campus, win prizes,
Ohio Christian University is excited to offer several options to connect with
prospective students of our Undergraduate Campus Program over the summer
and help them experience OCU:
Option 1: Individual Campus Visits
Ohio Christian University is now open for prospective students to visit
campus. The university has social distancing procedures in place to help
everyone on campus stay safe.
Ohio Christian University is excited to offer several options to connect with
prospective students of our Undergraduate Campus Program over the summer
and help them experience OCU:
Option 1:
Summer Institute to Offer New Online Courses and Certificates
Published: May 5, 2020
Ohio Christian University’s Summer Institute provides the opportunity for
professionals, K-12 teachers, professors, university students, and high
school students to complete online graduate or undergraduate level courses at
a reduced rate.
OCU is also introducing ten new stand-alone certificate programs as part of
the Summer Institute for anyone interested in furthering his or her skills in
an area. Most courses begin June 1, 2020.
Graduate Level Courses for Teachers and Professors
These courses are designed to help K-12 and undergraduate instructors work
towards a graduate degree.
Ohio Christian University’s Summer Institute provides the opportunity for
professionals, K-12 teachers, professors, university students, and high
school students to complete online graduate or undergraduate level courses at
a reduced rate.
OCU is also introducing ten new stand-alone certificate programs as part of
the Summer Institute for anyone interested in furthering his or her skills in
Ohio Christian University’s Summer Institute provides the opportunity for
professionals, K-12 teachers, professors, university students, and high
school students to complete online graduate or
Alumni Spotlight: Lauren Ray
Published: April 26, 2020
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – A familiar face is once again killing it for Ohio
Christian University, only this time her impact is being seen off the court.
Lauren Ray, a 2018 Emergency and Disaster Management graduate of OCU,
currently serves as the Assistant Director of Student Life – Housing and
Discipline, a role she took over earlier this year. Lady Trailblazer
Volleyball fans will remember Lauren as a key member of the program, playing
for the team for three seasons (2015-17). Originally from Canal Winchester,
OH, Lauren transferred into OCU following her freshman year at Ohio
University,
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – A familiar face is once again killing it for Ohio
Christian University, only this time her impact is being seen off the court.
Lauren Ray, a 2018 Emergency and Disaster Management graduate of OCU,
currently serves as the Assistant Director of Student Life – Housing and
Discipline, a role she took over earlier this year. Lady Trailblazer
Volleyball fans will remember Lauren
CIRCLEVILLE, OH – A familiar face is once again killing it for Ohio
Christian University, only this time her impact is being seen off the court.
Lauren Ray, a 2018 Emergency and Disaster Management
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OCU Scholars Day 2019 Has Big Winners!
Published: March 22, 2019
Each year Ohio Christian University conducts a Scholars Day where applicants
compete for over $300,000 worth of scholarships.
Scholars Day provides an opportunity to compete for the Creative Communities
Scholarship, the Ohio's Future Scholarship and the Homeschool Excellence
Scholarship, which are each worth $50,000 and guarantee a coveted internship
position. Also awarded is OCU’s highest scholarship, the Distinguished
Trailblazer Scholarship, which covers all tuition costs for a four year
degree.
During Scholars Day, students compete for the full-ride tuition scholarship
to OCU
Each year Ohio Christian University conducts a Scholars Day where applicants
compete for over $300,000 worth of scholarships.
Scholars Day provides an opportunity to compete for the Creative Communities
Scholarship, the Ohio's Future Scholarship and the Homeschool Excellence
Scholarship, which are each worth $50,000 and guarantee a coveted internship
position. Also awarded is OCU’s highest
Each year Ohio Christian University conducts a Scholars Day where applicants
compete for over $300,000 worth of scholarships.
Scholars Day provides an opportunity to compete for the Creative
State Representative Rick Carfagna Visits Campus
Published: March 11, 2019
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr. Jon Kulaga (President), Ted
Perry (Chief Financial Officer) and Craig Brown (Chief Relationship
Officer) where the group discussed multiple partnerships related to
micro-credentialing, entrepreneurship and workforce development for regional
incumbent industry.
Rep. Carfagna received a campus tour from OCU students, then ended his time
on campus with a meeting in the Robert W. Plaster Free
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr. Jon Kulaga (President), Ted
Perry (Chief Financial Officer) and Craig Brown (Chief Relationship
Officer) where the group discussed multiple partnerships related to
micro-credentialing,
On Friday, March 8th, State Representative Rick Carfagna (Chair, Finance
Subcommittee on Higher Education) visited Ohio Christian University (OCU). He
was welcomed to the president’s office by Dr.
Survey Results: Online Offers Community
Published: February 27, 2019
Ohio Christian University’s Office of Institutional Effectiveness
recently participated in a national assessment called “The Thriving
Survey.” Respondents to this online survey included
126 Traditional Undergraduate students and 275 students in the College of
Adult and Graduate Studies. One of the most interesting findings
was the high level of community in OCU’s adult and online classes.
83% of adult and online students agree there is a “strong sense of
community among students in this program.”
What is it about OCU’s adult and online programs that create this sense of
Ohio Christian University’s Office of Institutional Effectiveness
recently participated in a national assessment called “The Thriving
Survey.” Respondents to this online survey included
126 Traditional Undergraduate students and 275 students in the College of
Adult and Graduate Studies. One of the most interesting findings
was the high level of community in OCU’s adult and online classes
Ohio Christian University’s Office of Institutional Effectiveness
recently participated in a national assessment called “The Thriving
Survey.” Respondents to this online survey included
126
Information Technology & Data Analytics Degrees Open Doors to World-Changing Jobs
Published: February 5, 2019
Ohio Christian University’s Information Technology and Data Analytics
degrees train students for high-tech careers in today’s ever-changing
environment. By offering both a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
and a Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics, OCU prepares students to meet
all the challenges in these continually growing and evolving fields.
The Information Technology major teaches students to integrate information
technology with business management and equips them to plan, implement, and
support information systems. With a Data Analytics degree, students learn to
Ohio Christian University’s Information Technology and Data Analytics
degrees train students for high-tech careers in today’s ever-changing
environment. By offering both a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
and a Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics, OCU prepares students to meet
all the challenges in these continually growing and evolving fields.
The Information Technology major
Ohio Christian University’s Information Technology and Data Analytics
degrees train students for high-tech careers in today’s ever-changing
environment. By offering both a Bachelor of Science in
New Sports, Recreation and Fitness Ministry Concentration
Published: December 13, 2018
For Ohio Christian University (OCU) Director of Ministry Programs Dr. Wayne
Pessia, sports, recreation, and fitness (SR
For Ohio Christian University (OCU) Director of Ministry Programs Dr. Wayne
Pessia, sports, recreation, and fitness (SR
For Ohio Christian University (OCU) Director of Ministry Programs Dr. Wayne
Pessia, sports, recreation, and fitness (SR
