Events of Interest
2013 Ohio Christian University graduate and former Disaster Management and Relief student Tempest Norris recently had her work published in the quarterly academic journal, Healing Ministry. The issue was dedicated to prose and poetry surrounding emotional trauma. Ms. Norris had stiff competition for the issue and beat out a number of other submissions to earn the spot in Healing Ministry.Tempest’s poem, “What Would Happen” was originally written for one of her disaster classes at OCU. The course instructor, Thad Hicks stated, “Tempest is very talented. I knew the first time I saw her work, she had a unique and valuable voice that needed to be shared.”A proven and effective tool for emergency and disaster management professionals, Healing Ministry is a quarterly journal for those who work with individuals or groups suffering from trauma, sickness, death and dying. Healing Ministry offers a balanced mix of relevant articles, timely research, field studies, commentaries and human interest stories on the power of faith to guide and comfort those in need.
Events of Interest
Events of Interest
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Alumnus Publishes Book
Published: October 26, 2021
On November 10-11, 2021, Ohio Christian University will host R.E. Addison,
Class of 2021, on campus after the release of his book, Yeshua's Thief. Set
in 28 A.D., Yeshua’s Thief is the story of the family of a thief on the
cross who was forgiven. It is a story of sacrifice, redemption, and
romance.
Ohio Christian University President Jon Kulaga states “being able to
celebrate the success of our students is a joy and a privilege. R.E. is
fulfilling his calling as a pastor, enjoying success as a husband and father,
and now as a writer. Ohio Christian University’s Christ-Centered
On November 10-11, 2021, Ohio Christian University will host R.E. Addison,
Class of 2021, on campus after the release of his book, Yeshua's Thief. Set
in 28 A.D., Yeshua’s Thief is the story of the family of a thief on the
cross who was forgiven. It is a story of sacrifice, redemption, and
romance.
Ohio Christian University President Jon Kulaga states “being able to
celebrate the success
On November 10-11, 2021, Ohio Christian University will host R.E. Addison,
Class of 2021, on campus after the release of his book, Yeshua's Thief. Set
in 28 A.D., Yeshua’s Thief is the story of the
2021 Summer Celebration Picnic
Published: August 6, 2021
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food, Friends and Fellowship. In
spite of some scattered storms, many people of all ages gathered together.
Matt Hunnell, VP of University Advancement commented: “Despite a little
rain, we had a great turn out. It was wonderful to see smiling faces on
campus, and our friends enjoying music, a good meal, and time together. We
look forward to many more events and gatherings on campus in the
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food, Friends and Fellowship. In
spite of some scattered storms, many people of all ages gathered together.
Matt Hunnell, VP of University Advancement commented: “Despite a little
rain, we had a great
Ohio Christian University held its first ever Summer Celebration Picnic on
Friday, July 16, 2021. This was a time for OCU Alumni, donor partners and
community members to get together and enjoy Food
Dr. Melvin Maxwell Graduates to Glory
Published: July 4, 2020
Melvin Maxwell was known as a powerful man of God and prayer warrior by those
who knew him. On Saturday, July 4, 2020, Dr. Maxwell graduated from this life
to his eternal home and was united with his Savior whom he loved. He was born
in Georgetown, Ohio, on November 15, 1921, and grew up during the Great
Depression. Though his mother died at an early age, his father was a godly
man and raised him and his brother Millard to follow Christ no matter how
hard the situation.
On August 25, 1942, Maxwell married his wife, Laura. They had three children
together: Lawrence (Larry), John, and
Melvin Maxwell was known as a powerful man of God and prayer warrior by those
who knew him. On Saturday, July 4, 2020, Dr. Maxwell graduated from this life
to his eternal home and was united with his Savior whom he loved. He was born
in Georgetown, Ohio, on November 15, 1921, and grew up during the Great
Depression. Though his mother died at an early age, his father was a godly
man and
Melvin Maxwell was known as a powerful man of God and prayer warrior by those
who knew him. On Saturday, July 4, 2020, Dr. Maxwell graduated from this life
to his eternal home and was united with
Archived Articles of Interest
Research supports Ohio Christian’s Emergency Management Programs
Published: February 28, 2020
A recent research project published in The Journal of Emergency
Management[1] supports Ohio Christian University’s approach to educating
tomorrows emergency managers. The research highlighted the need of students
to understand the concept of emergency exercises and the average emergency
manager needing more experience with emergency exercises.
This is an area where the program at Ohio Christian University shines. “The
requirement for emergency exercises is a part of our core course load for
emergency management students,” said Dr. Thad Hicks, Head of the Emergency
Management Program
A recent research project published in The Journal of Emergency
Management[1] supports Ohio Christian University’s approach to educating
tomorrows emergency managers. The research highlighted the need of students
to understand the concept of emergency exercises and the average emergency
manager needing more experience with emergency exercises.
This is an area where the program at Ohio
A recent research project published in The Journal of Emergency
Management[1] supports Ohio Christian University’s approach to educating
tomorrows emergency managers. The research highlighted the
Emergency and Disaster Management Partner with Mennonite Disaster Service
Published: November 8, 2019
Representatives from Ohio Christian University’s Emergency and Disaster
Management Program recently joined their new disaster partner, the
Mennonites, at the Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) Region 2 Conference. The
event took place in Rosedale, Ohio on Oct. 25-27.
The Mennonite Disaster Service is a network of Anabaptist churches that
responds in Christian love to those affected by disasters. While their
primary focus is on clean up, repair, and rebuilding homes, they expand
beyond these activities. Their service touches lives and nurtures hope,
faith, and wholeness.
Emergency
Representatives from Ohio Christian University’s Emergency and Disaster
Management Program recently joined their new disaster partner, the
Mennonites, at the Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) Region 2 Conference. The
event took place in Rosedale, Ohio on Oct. 25-27.
The Mennonite Disaster Service is a network of Anabaptist churches that
responds in Christian love to those affected by
Representatives from Ohio Christian University’s Emergency and Disaster
Management Program recently joined their new disaster partner, the
Mennonites, at the Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) Region
Casey Coons Inducted Into Taylor University Hall of Fame
Published: October 16, 2019
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Ohio Christian University Head Men's Basketball Coach Casey
Coons was inducted into the Taylor University Athletics Hall of Fame this
past Saturday, joining the Class of 2019 that also included Molly Currens,
Tanya Crevier, Rick Atkinson, and Tyler Beachler. Coons was a member of the
Trojan's basketball team as a player from 2009-2013 and later served as an
assistant coach for the program.
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Ohio Christian University Head Men's Basketball Coach Casey
Coons was inducted into the Taylor University Athletics Hall of Fame this
past Saturday, joining the Class of 2019 that also included Molly Currens,
Tanya Crevier, Rick Atkinson, and Tyler Beachler. Coons was a member of the
Trojan's basketball team as a player from 2009-2013 and later served as an
assistant coach
CIRCLEVILLE, OH - Ohio Christian University Head Men's Basketball Coach Casey
Coons was inducted into the Taylor University Athletics Hall of Fame this
past Saturday, joining the Class of 2019 that
Alumni Return to Play at Homecoming
Published: October 16, 2019
Ohio Christian University is excited to host their annual Men’s and
Women’s Alumni Basketball games during Homecoming
Ohio Christian University is excited to host their annual Men’s and
Women’s Alumni Basketball games during Homecoming
Ohio Christian University is excited to host their annual Men’s and
Women’s Alumni Basketball games during Homecoming
Ohio Christian to Recognize Alumni at Trailblazer Celebration
Published: October 16, 2019
As part of Ohio Christian University Homecoming
As part of Ohio Christian University Homecoming
As part of Ohio Christian University Homecoming
