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Ohio Christian University celebrates having 3,000 students enrolled in the College of Adult and Graduate Studies. The AGS program with a convenient one night a week schedule, online options, and affordable tuition has made college a possibility for many adults.“Reaching 3000 AGS students is the culmination of a lot of hard work, dedication, and prayer,” said Silvia Lucaschi-Decker, Assistant Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing. “This milestone could not have been possible without our efficient recruitment and student services teams led by knowledgeable and caring leaders.”This academic year, the AGS program began offering Master of Business Administration, Master of Management, and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees."As we move into the future, we are committed to continued innovation regarding the academic programs and delivery methods we use in preparing adult and online students for the workforce needs of 2013 and beyond,” said Dr. Tim Eades, Vice President for the College of Adult and Graduate Studies.  “Additionally, we plan to enhance all facets of student services to ensure increasing student satisfaction and graduation."While growth and innovation remain vital, OCU remains fully committed to its biblical background, maintaining all requirements for its accreditation with the Association for Biblical Higher Education. Students in the AGS program come from various religious and non-religious backgrounds to further their careers and take a significant core of Bible and theology classes in every program. OCU leaders hope that students through their education can come to realize the importance of Jesus Christ in their lives.“It is my desire to continue to see enrollment growth in the College of Adult and Graduate Studies which ultimately translates into more lives touched for Christ,” Lucaschi-Decker said.Christina Seawell, a student studying Substance Abuse Counseling in the College of Adult and Graduate Studies, has experienced that transformation."The Lord brought me back to where I belong,” Seawell said. “The professors at Ohio Christian are my wings helping me to fly towards my degree and my life with God.”With a heritage dating back to 1948, Ohio Christian University offers a complete education that develops students intellectually, professionally, and spiritually. OCU offers degree programs designed to equip students to become leaders in their careers, communities, families, and in the world. Students enrolled in OCU’s traditional undergraduate program attend classes at its main campus in Circleville, Ohio. OCU’s Adult and Graduate Studies program offers 12 campus locations in the surrounding region as well as online degree programs.

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Fall Revival 2021

Semester Begins With Revival Services

Fall Revival 2021

Published: September 10, 2021

Students started the new semester with three days of revival services in the Ministry
Students started the new semester with three days of revival services in the Ministry
Students started the new semester with three days of revival services in the Ministry

OCU Among The 25 Safest Colleges Campuses in America

Published: September 10, 2021

Ohio Christian University earned twelfth place on college data and review site Niche's list of the top 25 safest college campuses in America. Niche analyzed data and student reviews to look at which campuses are the safest. This honor did not escape the attention of Newsweek magazine, read their article here. Niche's Safest College Campuses ranking is intended to highlight colleges with little to no campus crime, drugs, or alcohol usage.  They consider not only the campus data, but also the crime incidents in the local area, rates for violence and arrests, and comb through student
Ohio Christian University earned twelfth place on college data and review site Niche's list of the top 25 safest college campuses in America. Niche analyzed data and student reviews to look at which campuses are the safest. This honor did not escape the attention of Newsweek magazine, read their article here. Niche's Safest College Campuses ranking is intended to highlight colleges with
Ohio Christian University earned twelfth place on college data and review site Niche's list of the top 25 safest college campuses in America. Niche analyzed data and student reviews to look at

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Dr. Melvin Maxwell - photo by Tom F Watson, used with permission

Dr. Melvin Maxwell Graduates to Glory

Dr. Melvin Maxwell - photo by Tom F Watson, used with permission

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
Ohio Christian University Front Sign

Ohio Christian Prepares for Potential Coronavirus Outbreak

Ohio Christian University Front Sign

Published: March 13, 2020

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) international outbreak, Ohio Christian University (OCU) has taken strides to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and faculty through a variety of measures, including moving classes online and canceling events on campus. The health and safety of our OCU family is our utmost concern and we’re committed to doing all that we can to ensure that we follow the guidelines set out by our state and national leaders in response to this developing situation. Our athletics programs are part of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) international outbreak, Ohio Christian University (OCU) has taken strides to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and faculty through a variety of measures, including moving classes online and canceling events on campus. The health and safety of our OCU family is our utmost concern and we’re committed to doing all that we can to ensure that we
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) international outbreak, Ohio Christian University (OCU) has taken strides to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and faculty through a variety of
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Education Summit Draws Local and State Representatives

Education Summit Draws Local and State Representatives image

Published: November 30, 2019

On Friday Nov. 15, teacher education students and professionals gathered on the campus of Ohio Christian University where they discussed Ohio’s new “Each Child Our Future” education plan. The event featured government and education professionals with insight on the new plan and how it will affect education now and in the future. The Ohio Department of Education’s vision for the plan is for each child to be challenged to discover and learn, prepared to pursue a fulfilling post-high school path, and empowered to become a resilient, lifelong learner who contributes to society. The plan
On Friday Nov. 15, teacher education students and professionals gathered on the campus of Ohio Christian University where they discussed Ohio’s new “Each Child Our Future” education plan. The event featured government and education professionals with insight on the new plan and how it will affect education now and in the future. The Ohio Department of Education’s vision for the plan is for
On Friday Nov. 15, teacher education students and professionals gathered on the campus of Ohio Christian University where they discussed Ohio’s new “Each Child Our Future” education plan. The event
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Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted Speaks on Campus

Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted Speaks on Campus image

Published: November 8, 2019

Almost 100 people gathered in the Robert W. Plaster Free Enterprise Center at Ohio Christian University to attend a Rural Development Forum on Oct. 31. The event was organized by The Montrose Group LLC and the keynote address was made by Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted. The morning consisted of a number of panel discussions addressing economic development and challenges facing rural communities. The panels were chaired by local business leaders, academic professionals, and state and local representatives. Ohio Christian University’s Chief Relationship Officer, Craig Brown, also
Almost 100 people gathered in the Robert W. Plaster Free Enterprise Center at Ohio Christian University to attend a Rural Development Forum on Oct. 31. The event was organized by The Montrose Group LLC and the keynote address was made by Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted. The morning consisted of a number of panel discussions addressing economic development and challenges facing rural
Almost 100 people gathered in the Robert W. Plaster Free Enterprise Center at Ohio Christian University to attend a Rural Development Forum on Oct. 31. The event was organized by The Montrose Group
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Ohio Christian Extends Support to Cincinnati Christian University Students

Ohio Christian Extends Support to Cincinnati Christian University Students image

Published: November 8, 2019

Ohio Christian University was saddened to learn that Cincinnati Christian University would close at the end of the semester. The loss of campus community and the uncertainty this news brings must be an incredible burden. Ohio Christian is prepared to welcome CCU students into our family and has made a transfer agreement with CCU to help current students complete their education as easily as possible. Additionally, we have created a special scholarship for CCU students who transfer full time to Ohio Christian University to ease the financial burden of transferring. The administration
Ohio Christian University was saddened to learn that Cincinnati Christian University would close at the end of the semester. The loss of campus community and the uncertainty this news brings must be an incredible burden. Ohio Christian is prepared to welcome CCU students into our family and has made a transfer agreement with CCU to help current students complete their education as easily as
Ohio Christian University was saddened to learn that Cincinnati Christian University would close at the end of the semester. The loss of campus community and the uncertainty this news brings must