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.
Program Details:
- A $50 e-gift card drawing will occur at the end of every month to pick a winner from those who submitted referrals during that month. The winner will be emailed individually and announced via a campus-wide email.
- Referrals may be made at any time within the year, and there is no limit to the number of referrals a person can submit.
- If the referred person is already in our system, the referrer will earn 1 entry into the drawing. If not, the referrer will earn 5 entries.
- If the referred person is already signed up for an Orientation Day or registered for classes, the referrer will not earn an entry into the drawing and the referred person will not quality for the Refer-A-Friend Scholarship.
Articles of Interest
Ohio Christian to Host Fifth Annual Forge Leadership Summit
Published: July 19, 2019
Ohio Christian University will host the fifth annual Forge Leadership Summit
on July 23-27. The five-day conference is the Forge Leadership Network’s
foundational event that on-ramps students into their yearlong mentorship
academy to develop the next generation of conservative leaders. Forge will
welcome 75-80 young adults to the summit where they will participate in
dynamic trainings, professional development programs and listen to over two
dozen renowned speakers on current issues.
“Forge is raising up a farm system for the conservative movement in the
state [of Ohio],” said Co-
Ohio Christian University will host the fifth annual Forge Leadership Summit
on July 23-27. The five-day conference is the Forge Leadership Network’s
foundational event that on-ramps students into their yearlong mentorship
academy to develop the next generation of conservative leaders. Forge will
welcome 75-80 young adults to the summit where they will participate in
dynamic trainings,
Ohio Christian University will host the fifth annual Forge Leadership Summit
on July 23-27. The five-day conference is the Forge Leadership Network’s
foundational event that on-ramps students into
OCU Improves Retention Through Persistence and Completion Academy
Published: July 18, 2019
Ohio Christian University has participated in the Higher Learning
Commission’s Persistence and Completion Academy for the past two years.
This group of around 20 institutions collaborate on ideas to improve
retention and graduation rates. Through this collaboration, Ohio Christian
has worked on several initiatives for both the Adult
Ohio Christian University has participated in the Higher Learning
Commission’s Persistence and Completion Academy for the past two years.
This group of around 20 institutions collaborate on ideas to improve
retention and graduation rates. Through this collaboration, Ohio Christian
has worked on several initiatives for both the Adult
Ohio Christian University has participated in the Higher Learning
Commission’s Persistence and Completion Academy for the past two years.
This group of around 20 institutions collaborate on ideas
OCU Welcomes Students at Orientation Day 2019
Published: June 14, 2019
Ohio Christian University was pleased to welcome 69 students to Orientation
Day 2019 on June 14. Incoming students started the morning doing activities
together where they had the opportunity to meet their fellow classmates.
After the students settled down, OCU Provost, Dr. Bradford Sample and Dr.
Valerie Jones, Teacher Education Department Chair, encouraged the new
students to pursue academic excellence and to, above all, grow in Christ.
Jones also gave a warm welcome to the students saying, “We here are family,
and your faculty members here truly care about you the student and
Ohio Christian University was pleased to welcome 69 students to Orientation
Day 2019 on June 14. Incoming students started the morning doing activities
together where they had the opportunity to meet their fellow classmates.
After the students settled down, OCU Provost, Dr. Bradford Sample and Dr.
Valerie Jones, Teacher Education Department Chair, encouraged the new
students to pursue
Ohio Christian University was pleased to welcome 69 students to Orientation
Day 2019 on June 14. Incoming students started the morning doing activities
together where they had the opportunity to
2019 Graduates Celebrate Commencement
Published: May 5, 2019
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
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
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
Community Action Day - It was a GREAT Day!
Published: April 18, 2019
April 11th proved to not just be a nice day to be outside, but a great day to
serve the community of Circleville and surrounding areas. In its 20thyear,
Community Action Day brought out over 400 students to serve residents and
businesses who were in need. A tradition at Ohio Christian University,
classes were canceled, and students were able to go into the public and
implement the service attitude taught at OCU.
With help from Volunteer Economy and RPHF Solid Waste District, students were
equipped to effectively serve and feel prepared to do so. Students served in
various capacities
April 11th proved to not just be a nice day to be outside, but a great day to
serve the community of Circleville and surrounding areas. In its 20thyear,
Community Action Day brought out over 400 students to serve residents and
businesses who were in need. A tradition at Ohio Christian University,
classes were canceled, and students were able to go into the public and
implement the service
April 11th proved to not just be a nice day to be outside, but a great day to
serve the community of Circleville and surrounding areas. In its 20thyear,
Community Action Day brought out over 400
Archived Articles of Interest
Student Profile: Amber Ginter on “What No One Tells You About Coming to OCU”
Published: August 27, 2019
As a senior, I often hear excited, uncertain freshmen asking: "Excuse me, do
you know where Room CE201 is?”, "Have you ever had Professor X?", "Is she
as intimidating as everyone says?", "How do I know what to major in?", "Why
doesn't this guy who seems perfect for me text me back?" My answers,
respectively, are: “Yes, yes, and yes. But, she's awesome. Don't worry.
You will figure it out. I am not one to give ‘guy advice’, but maybe God
is telling you he isn't ‘the one’?”
Such questions go on and on. One thing remains: No matter what your class at
the start of a new school year,
As a senior, I often hear excited, uncertain freshmen asking: "Excuse me, do
you know where Room CE201 is?”, "Have you ever had Professor X?", "Is she
as intimidating as everyone says?", "How do I know what to major in?", "Why
doesn't this guy who seems perfect for me text me back?" My answers,
respectively, are: “Yes, yes, and yes. But, she's awesome. Don't worry.
You will figure it out. I
As a senior, I often hear excited, uncertain freshmen asking: "Excuse me, do
you know where Room CE201 is?”, "Have you ever had Professor X?", "Is she
as intimidating as everyone says?", "How do I
OCU Now Offering English and History majors
Published: October 14, 2016
Ohio Christian University students can now major or minor in English or
History. The programs were created because OCU is awaiting approval to
offer a Bachelor of Science in Education in Adolescence to Young Adult
Education (high school teacher education program) with majors in integrated
language arts, math, science, and social studies. The courses were already
created and the decision was made to offer these as stand-alone degrees. The
degrees are available to students in the Adult and Graduate Studies Program
or Residential Undergraduate Program.
About the English Program
OCU's
Ohio Christian University students can now major or minor in English or
History. The programs were created because OCU is awaiting approval to
offer a Bachelor of Science in Education in Adolescence to Young Adult
Education (high school teacher education program) with majors in integrated
language arts, math, science, and social studies. The courses were already
created and the decision was
Ohio Christian University students can now major or minor in English or
History. The programs were created because OCU is awaiting approval to
offer a Bachelor of Science in Education in
OCU's Ablaze and Tenth Avenue North Rock Ross County Fair
Published: August 12, 2016
CHILLICOTHE - The fair board took a gamble that appeared to pay off.
Thursday night's concert at the Ross County Fair was something the fair board
had never tried before. With the help of Ohio Christian University, it
brought two contemporary Christian bands, OCU's Ablaze and headliner Tenth
Avenue North, to the grandstand.
The grandstand was packed with more than 500 people of all ages cheering,
clapping and even at times dancing along to the music. The high-energy lead
singer of Tenth Avenue North ran up and down into the crowds, jumping and
dancing along with them. The longer the
CHILLICOTHE - The fair board took a gamble that appeared to pay off.
Thursday night's concert at the Ross County Fair was something the fair board
had never tried before. With the help of Ohio Christian University, it
brought two contemporary Christian bands, OCU's Ablaze and headliner Tenth
Avenue North, to the grandstand.
The grandstand was packed with more than 500 people of all ages
CHILLICOTHE - The fair board took a gamble that appeared to pay off.
Thursday night's concert at the Ross County Fair was something the fair board
had never tried before. With the help of Ohio
OCU's Ablaze to open for Tenth Avenue North on August 11th
Published: August 4, 2016
On August 11th, Ohio Christian University's traveling music ministry group
Ablaze will open for Tenth Avenue North at the Ross County Fair in
Chillicothe, Ohio.The student group travels the region bringing its
distinctive sound to churches, schools, youth events and more. Their
masterful vocals and instrumental arrangements blend the foundations of
contemporary worship with genuine, timeless lyrics as they spread the gospel
of Jesus Christ.
"We get to travel to lots of different places and meet a lot of people," said
Caitlyn McCrary, an Ablaze member and OCU Junior. "There have been
On August 11th, Ohio Christian University's traveling music ministry group
Ablaze will open for Tenth Avenue North at the Ross County Fair in
Chillicothe, Ohio.The student group travels the region bringing its
distinctive sound to churches, schools, youth events and more. Their
masterful vocals and instrumental arrangements blend the foundations of
contemporary worship with genuine, timeless
On August 11th, Ohio Christian University's traveling music ministry group
Ablaze will open for Tenth Avenue North at the Ross County Fair in
Chillicothe, Ohio.The student group travels the region
OCU Named Top Military Friendly University
Published: July 31, 2016
Ohio Christian University remains in the top 20 percent of colleges,
universities, and trade schools that are dedicated to serving those who
serve. For the sixth year in a row, Ohio Christian University was named a Top
Military Friendly School by G.I. Jobs, the premier resource for military
personnel transitioning into civilian life.
G.I. Jobs’ mission is to simplify the military transition experience using
education and employment tools and resources to guide military service
members to a successful civilian career. The annual military friendly schools
list honors the institutions
Ohio Christian University remains in the top 20 percent of colleges,
universities, and trade schools that are dedicated to serving those who
serve. For the sixth year in a row, Ohio Christian University was named a Top
Military Friendly School by G.I. Jobs, the premier resource for military
personnel transitioning into civilian life.
G.I. Jobs’ mission is to simplify the military transition
Ohio Christian University remains in the top 20 percent of colleges,
universities, and trade schools that are dedicated to serving those who
serve. For the sixth year in a row, Ohio Christian
